Lockport Attractions
Lockport was founded in 1836 when construction began on the Illinois and Michigan Canal.
Gaylord Building
The Gaylord Building played an important role in the commercial development of northeastern Illinois. The oldest section was first used to store supplies for the construction of the I & M Canal.
Exhibits on the history of the canal are featured through artifacts and historic photos. The people who built it, the towns along the canal, and the landscape are highlighted throughout.
Exhibits on the history of the canal are featured through artifacts and historic photos. The people who built it, the towns along the canal, and the landscape are highlighted throughout.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Facilities
Restaurant or food service
Illinois & Michigan Canal
The Illinois & Michigan Canal is a 97 mile long canal that connects the Great Lakes to the Mississippi River. Along the canal is a State Park.
Illinois & Michigan Canal National Heritage Corridor
15701 South Independence Boulevard
Lockport, IL 60441
United States
15701 South Independence Boulevard
Lockport, IL 60441
United States
Phone 1 (815) 588-6040
Fax 1 (815) 588-6046
Lllinois and Michigan Canal Museum
The Illinois & Michigan Canal Museum highlights 19th century life along the canal. It is housed in the home of the canal commissioners, built in 1837.
