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Downtown Bloomington

115 E. Washington , Bloomington, IL 61701

Historic Sites

Spend some down time in Downtown Bloomington!

The McLean County Courthouse, capped by a stately dome, serves as a landmark to identify the historic core of the city. Turn-of-the century buildings, many with interesting historical pasts, flank the courthouse square. A visitor can find museums, banks, a legal and governmental center, residential living, a large artists' community, plus an assortment of specialty retail businesses and supportive services in Downtown Bloomington. There is an abundance of restaurants and a lively night scene. Discover all that downtown Bloomington has to offer by shopping, dining, working and playing in this great historical district!

What's happening nearby...

Thanksgiving Farmers’ Market

Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts  •  Nov 23 @ 9AM

Kick off our indoor market season by joining us for the Thanksgiving market.

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The Baby Fold’s Festival of Trees 2024

The Interstate Center •  Nov 21 – Nov 23 @ 4PM

The Baby Fold’s Festival of Trees is a long-standing community tradition that has been providing critical funding for local children’s programs for 29 years.

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Christmas under the Dome

McLean County Museum of History  •  Dec 06 – Dec 07 @ 5PM

Join the McLean County Museum of History for free festive fun during Christmas Under the Dome!

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The Stevenson family brought honor to McLean County for three generations.

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