VISIT KANKAKEE COUNTY ILLINOIS

We welcome you to explore our unique blend of natural beauty, heritage and urban attractions along 57 miles of winding river. Kankakee County is located just 50 miles south of Chicago, off of Interstate 57. Routes 45/52, 50 and 17 also run through the River Valley. O'Hare International Airport is 75 miles north of Kankakee County, and Midway Airport is 50 miles north. The Greater Kankakee airport is also available for personal aircraft landing space.

Architecture

Explore the diverse architecture found on campuses and on streetscapes throughout Kankakee County.

B. Harley Bradley House

The B. Harley Bradley House is one of Wright's earliest Prairie Style homes. View the beautiful landscape around the tra ... Details

Downtown Momence Historic District

Nestled on the Kankakee River, this intact turn of the 19th Century commercial district was listed in the National Regis ... Details

Historic Churches of Kankakee County

Tour our nine historic churches that represent the spirit of commitment our early settlers had in establishing Kankakee ... Details

Kankakee County Courthouse

Built in 1912, the courthouse features a dome mural depicting scenes of local history and is a focal point positioned in ... Details

Kankakee County Fair and Exposition Center

The first county fair was held in 1856 in the current Riverview Historic District. The fair has been held every year sin ... Details

Kankakee County Museum

Discover an extensive collection of county history. The museum grounds include the 1855 Dr. A. L. Small Memorial Home, ... Details

Mainstreet Momence

PO Box 101
Momence, IL
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Riverview Historic District

The Riverview Historic District sits on the scenic banks of the Kankakee River and contains custom-built, carefully-rest ... Details

The Kankakee Depot

The 1898 Illinois Central Railroad depot was restored in 1998 and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in ... Details

Kankakee County is located just 50 miles south of Chicago!

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