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Built in 1860 to serve the Chicago, Alton & St. Louis railway, the Lockport depot provided services for passengers and freight. Due to the speed of the railroad, this dolomitic limestone structure at 13th Street quickly captured the passenger traffic from the I&M Canal packet boats. Listed on the National Register Of Historic Railroad Landmarks, the station now serves Metra Read more...
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With the I&M Canal construction occurring between 1836 and 1848, Lock No. 1 was a critical piece of the puzzle to connect New York City to New Orleans by an inland water route. Lock No. 1, located at Division & Canal Street, is built with strong local dolomitic limestone and was essentially completed by 1839 to create a water route Read more...
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Built around 1843, the Stage Coach Stop preserves a piece of Lockport’s early history. The stage coach lines followed the old Indian trail toward Chicago. This route became Archer’s Road and it is still a major route today. Now converted to private residences. Please respect their privacy. Read more...
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Phone Number: 815-838-5080
Begin your journey into Will County’s past here in the Visitors Center. Learn about the history of each building, moved from sites in Will County to this location at 249 W. 2nd Street. Heritage Village hosts numerous events including Military Days reenactments and the kid’s zone for Old Canal Days. We have renovated the inside of the Visitors Center, and Read more...
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The CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps) was created by the U.S. Govt. during the Depression as a means of gainfully employing young men and giving them military like discipline. They were sent to work on the canal, helping to repair locks, clearing the towpath of growth, and building roads, foot bridges and picnic shelters such as this one. All for the Read more...
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Phone Number: 815-347-2201
Practical Weapons Training Group LLC was Started with One Basic Principle in Mind, To Bring You The Best Concealed Carry Training Possible”. We Provide You with Services that Others Cannot. We Have Over 30 Years of Law Enforcement Experience. Specializing in Illinois CCL classes, we also offer Pistol, Carbine Rifle(AR-15) and Shotgun Courses. We utilize both indoor and outdoor ranges for Read more...
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Phone Number: 815-552-3031
EMBERS is more than just a Restaurant & Tap House…. EMBERS can also serve all your banquet, catering and party needs. From baby showers to weddings and all special occasions, corporate meetings and events EMBERS is equipped to handle events as small as 30 and as large as 200 people! Hold your party indoors or outdoors on our rooftop deck overlooking Read more...
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Phone Number: 815-838-1919
If you DON’T want a generic franchise pizza, our pizza is for you! Mangia Pizza makes all of your favorite styles… authentic thin, Chicago pan or mega stuffed. For something different, try our Colossal calzone. We also serve Italian Beef & Sausage or Meatball Sandwiches. Call today for carry-out or delivery. Mangia Mangia! Read more...
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Phone Number: 815-526-0825
Where Fire Meets Ice! At Lock and Mule our menu is centered around our enormous wood fire grill, where fire is harnessed to release all the succulent flavors of meats and vegetables freshly sourced from our network of local farmers. We also pride ourselves on crafting a portfolio of ice cold beers to suit any palette – from light sessionable lagers Read more...
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Phone Number: 815-838-6500
Welcome to Public Landing Restaurant, an upscale casual eatery. The Public Landing is housed in the historic Gaylord Building (1838). Enjoy our historic dining and banquet rooms or our senic outdoor patio. Our menu features… Craft Cocktails & Beers Fresh Salads Jet Fresh Seafood 28 Day Wet Aged Steaks Homemade Desserts Classic American Comfort Food Read more...









