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History:

The city of Peoria itself was established as a village by French explorers in 1691, and was named after the Peoria Native American tribe. After the War of 1812, Americans settled in the area pushing out the Native Americans and the French. The Riverfront was the site for trading and business, occurring alongside and down the river. As the riverfront business decreased over the years, in 2012 the Peoria Riverfront Museum was established to commemorate its glory days. The Riverfront is also home to the Caterpillar Visitors Center, as Peoria used to be home to the Caterpillar Headquarters, a construction manufacturer company. While the 鈥淪pirit of Peoria鈥� a riverboat, used to carry passenger along the Illinois River it has since moved it location. The Peoria Riverfront holds festivals, including its annual Fourth of July fireworks display. Overall, the Peoria Riverfront is a beautiful location to take an afternoon stroll and immerse yourself into the Midwest city.

Location Significance:

The Riverfront is located in downtown Peoria, between two of Peoria鈥檚 most popular bridges, the Murray Baker Bridge and the Bob Michel Bridge. The Murray Baker Bridge is named after Murray Baker, the former vice president of Caterpillar. The bridge itself is essential in connecting residents from Peoria to East Peoria along Interstate 74 and Illinois Route 29. The Bob Michel Bridge carries Illinois Route 40 across the river. This bridge specifically allows pedestrians and bikers to cross, and was named after the later congressman Robert H. Michel, who was born in Peoria.

If you鈥檙e ever in Peoria, be sure to stop by and explore the stores downtown, the museum, and walk the Riverfront!听

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