Central Illinois Landmarks Foundation

Preserving Central Illinois' historical and cultural treasures through advocacy, education, and strategic partnerships in Peoria and beyond.

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Central Illinois Landmarks Foundation

The Central Illinois Landmarks Foundation (CILF) in Peoria is dedicated to preserving and promoting the historical and cultural significance of buildings and places in the region. Founded in 1972, CILF engages in advocacy, strategic partnerships, and restoration efforts to enhance the quality of life in Central Illinois communities.

A brief summary to Central Illinois Landmarks Foundation

416 Hamilton Blvd, Peoria, Illinois, 61602, US
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Local tips

Check the CILF website or call ahead for information on current exhibits, events, and opening hours.
Consider exploring other historical sites in downtown Peoria, such as the Peoria Historical Society, to enrich your visit.
Look for the CILF's historical markers throughout Peoria to discover more about the city's architectural and cultural heritage.

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Getting There

Walking

The Central Illinois Landmarks Foundation is located at 416 Hamilton Blvd in downtown Peoria. From the Peoria City Hall, walk west on Hamilton Blvd for approximately 3 blocks. The G.A.R. Hall will be on your left. Sidewalks are well-maintained in this area.
Public Transport

CityLink buses serve the downtown Peoria area. Check the CityLink website for the most up-to-date routes and schedules. Disembark at a stop near Hamilton Blvd and walk a short distance to 416 Hamilton Blvd. A single ride fare is $1.
Driving

From I-74, take the downtown Peoria exits. Follow signs to Hamilton Blvd. The Central Illinois Landmarks Foundation is located at 416 Hamilton Blvd. Parking is available at the Hamilton Square (Peoria County) parking deck located at 314 Hamilton Blvd. Check for current parking rates.

Discover more about Central Illinois Landmarks Foundation

The Central Illinois Landmarks Foundation (CILF) stands as a beacon for historic preservation in Peoria and throughout Central Illinois. Established in 1972, the foundation has been instrumental in identifying, protecting, and enhancing buildings, structures, and places of historical and cultural importance. Located at 416 Hamilton Blvd in downtown Peoria, the CILF operates from the Greenhut Memorial Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.) Hall, a historic building itself.The CILF's mission extends to advocating for preservation, promoting landmarks, and forming strategic alliances to improve the region's quality of life. The Historic Markers Committee of the CILF has installed numerous recognition and interpretive markers throughout the Peoria area. Criteria for marker placement include the age of the structure, its architectural significance, or its association with a person or event of local, state, or national significance.The G.A.R. Hall, which houses the CILF, is a landmark in its own right. In the early 1970s, Leslie H. Kenyon led efforts to save the hall from demolition. Kenyon served as CILF president for much of its history. To make the building fully accessible, an elevator was added to the building in 2015, thanks to the generosity of Theo J. Kenyon, honoring her late husband.