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LAHS "Quarries and Illinois & Michigan Canal Walking Tour"

  • Date: 06/04/2022 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM  

The tour guide will talk about the history of Lemont limestone, the quarry industry and its workers, plus the construction and use of the I&M Canal.  Historical photos of canal boats, quarry equipment and workers will be shown to give a sense of the hustle and bustle of the quarries and canal in their heyday.  Tour is 3/4 mile on a crushed gravel/mulch trail with some inclines.

► ► ► Meet at the I & M Canal Trail / Lemont Heritage Quarries 1st Parking Area
$10.00 / Adults, $7.00 / Seniors (65+), $5.00 / Child (Under 18)
PAY AT THE QUARRIES – CASH OR CHECK ONLY 

For more info: 630-257-2972 or visit www.lemonthistory.org or email lemonthistorical@gmail.com.

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