Local Attractions in Grundy County, IL
Although Grundy County is not a large area in Illinois, it still holds commercial and agricultural importance. Our small county and its towns have a lot of substantial history. As Grundy County Historical Society, we collect, provide and display the history of Grundy County. We encourage you to visit our county so you can take pleasure in all of our local attractions as you absorb the history. View our list below and follow the links to catch a sneak peek at what Grundy County has to offer.
Things to do in Grundy County
In Morris
- Grundy County Historical Museum
- Shopping in Nostalgic Downtown
- Visit the Canalport Park with a replica of a canal boat
- Walk a part of the I&M Canal to Stratton Park Boat Launch
- Visit Gebhard Woods with CCC Camp builds
- Evergreen Cemetery – Chief Shabbona burial site
- Morris Heritage Homes – take a self-guided tour of beautiful historical homes in Morris
- Take a self-guided walking tour and visit the shops of historical downtown Morris
Museums in Area
- Carbon Hill Museum - open Monday afternoons or by appointment
- Gardner Jail
- South Wilmington Museum
- Gardner Museum - in City Hall (open only 2nd Wednesday of month)