Explore Where Everyday Products Come To Life In Illinois

Looking for something interesting to do this summer in Illinois, there are many factories in our state that give tours of their facilities.

Learn About Things Made In Illinois During Special Factory Tours

When I was growing up, my family went on some interesting vacations and visited some strange places. I was a curious kid, so I didn't mind. I remember taking some weird factory tours for beer, liquor, candy, cereal, guitars, and more. In the long run, I really did learn something at each stop. There are a lot of products made in Illinois. Did you know that several factories give tours?

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Illinois has a surprising number of behind-the-scenes experiences that turn everyday products, historic inventions, and modern technology into memorable travel stops.

 

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Here are some factory tours available in Illinois...

• Fermilab National Accelerator Laboratory - Batavia (physics research facility)

• Stern Pinball Factory Tour - Chicago (pinball machine factory)

• Caterpillar Visitors Center - Peoria (construction equipment)

• Excel Bottling Company - Breese (craft soda)

• Marcoot Jersey Creamery - Greenville (dairy)

• Argonne National Laboratory - Lemont (scientific research facility)

• Amazon Fulfillment Center Tour - Monee (filling orders for Amazon)

• John Deere Historic Site - Grand Detour (farm equipment)

• Melvin Price Locks and Dam - Alton (Mississippi River locks and dam)

• Federal Reserve Bank Money Museum - Chicago (banking and money)

• Long Grove Confectionery Company - Buffalo Grove candy)

• MWRD Water Reclamation Plant - Chicago (water treatment plant)

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Some of these factories look a little more interesting than others. I know they are no Disney World, but they are still very interesting places to visit. Your family could actually learn something along the way.