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Daisy Dow

Stays

Sleep In A Wooden Shoe Shop When You Book A Stay In This Small-Town Airbnb In Illinois

Spend the night in a wooden shoe shop in the village of Teutopolis, an unexpected but worthwhile destination for Illinoisan history buffs.

by Daisy Dow
on Sep 3
A cozy room with exposed brick walls, wooden beams, a ceiling fan, and a TV on a wooden cabinet.
Experiences
Attractions
Antiques Shops

This Antique Mall Along Route 66 in Illinois Is the Epitome of Americana

Stop by The Pink Elephant Antique Mall in Livingston for a trip back in time and a side of all things Americana.

by Daisy Dow
on Sep 12
a massive pink elephant made of fiberglass stands in front of a trailer used as a sign for the pink elephant antique mall on route 66 in illinois
Food

A Historic Church Is Now Illinois’ Best New Mediterranean Restaurant

by Daisy Dow
on Aug 14
Aerial view of a modern triangular building surrounded by trees and a park at dusk.
Experiences
Attractions
Shops & Boutiques

The Eclectic Neighborhood In Illinois You Could Spend Weeks Exploring

by Daisy Dow
on Aug 12
Bright yellow flower shop with "Wild Pansy" sign, adorned with plants and flowers, set against a clear blue sky.
Experiences
Museums

I Saw Georgia O’Keeffe’s “My New Yorks” And Here’s What It Taught Me About Chicago, Illinois

by Daisy Dow
on Aug 9
A spacious gallery with large text on walls: "MY NEW YORKS" on the left and "GEORGIA O'KEEFFE" on the right. Visitors walk through.