Location: Bloomington
Top Things to do in Bloomington
Top 7 Museums in Bloomington, Illinois (IL)
Surrounded on all sides by rolling green farmland, Bloomington is a hub of activity offering attractions and events for all seasons. Take the kids to Grady's Family Fun Park for games, rides or a round of mini golf. Lace up your skates and glide across the rink at Pepsi Ice Center, or take to the Constitution Trail for jogging and cycling in the summer or cross-country skiing in the winter. You'll have no trouble teeing off in the Bloomington-Normal area, home to five golf courses.
Restaurants in Bloomington
1. Eaton Studio Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Eaton Studio Gallery opened in 2000 in Historic Downtown Bloomington by local artist Herb Eaton-Pamala Eaton for showing and selling paintings, sculpture, drawings, and prints. Our goal is keeping the ARTS ALIVE and creating value in ART in our downtown community by exhibiting and selling new-rotated work monthly and hosting musical & theatrical events and art and cultural salon discussions.
Reviewed By annc235 - Bloomington, United States
Unique large studio. Stunning art. Purchased paintings here. Great owners. In perfect downtown location that participates in Friday evening art walks which are lots of fun.
2. McLean County Arts Center
3. Prairie Aviation Museum
4. McLean County Museum of History
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
The McLean County Museum of History traces its roots back to 1892, the year the McLean County Historical Society was founded. It is a nationally accredited award winning museum with five permanent exhibit galleries and two rotating galleries. The Museum is located in the historic 1903 McLean County Courthouse that includes an architectural tour throughout the building. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for senior citizens, and FREE for children and students with I.D. This educational institution is dedicated to telling the rich story of McLean County through programs which serve people of all ages. The Museum preserves 19,000 objects, makes available more than 11,500 rare and hard to find reference books, manages 1,700 feet of historical papers and images in its archives. It also houses the new Cruisin' with Lincoln on 66 Visitors Center and the McLean County Genealogical Society. Tuesdays are FREE days.
Reviewed By rdrckr1 - Bloomington, United States
Beautiful old courthouse. Floors are marble, great detail inside with wide stairs and ceiling. Lots of exhibits on each floor. If you are local or know family local the library is a treasure trove of historical information. ( people there to help you ) If you visit on a Saturday during summer farmers market, its free. ( air-conditioned) My grandson, aged 7, enjoyed the visit as well. Route 66, changing exhibits.
5. Inside Out: Accessible Art Gallery & Cooperative
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
6. Main Gallery 404
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
Main Gallery 404-in the heart of downtown Bloomington's art district. Nestled among art galleries boutiques, restaurants, and coffee shops. We feature local and regional artists offering a wide range of original art. Prices range from $6 to $500. Jewelry, paintings, textiles, and sculptures plus unique small items perfect size to pack and take back home.
7. Joann Goetzinger Studio and Gallery
An art studio and gallery for the work of Joann Goetzinger. Occasionally showing work of other artists. Open Saturdays, 9-4 and First Fridays 5:00 until 8:00 pm. also open by appointment or chance.
