City of Stone & Steel: The Joliet Limestone Architectural Tour

Joliet, Illinois is a city where the past is carved in stone and the future is grounded in its heritage.

Throughout the 19th Century, “Joliet Limestone” characterized grand public buildings and sacred spaces not only in Joliet, but throughout the State of Illinois and the greater Midwest.

Back by popular demand, the Joliet Area Historical Museum (JAHM) in partnership with the City of Joliet Historic Preservation Commission is once again celebrating historic preservation month by offering a special thematic motorcoach tour on Saturday, May 31 entitled “Stone & Steeples” that showcases four historic Joliet limestone buildings. These structures not only highlight Joliet’s legacy of craftsmanship, community, and enduring design, but further define the City’s heritage as characterized by strong traditions of faith and worship.
• All Saints Greek Orthodox Church
• Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church
• University of St. Francis “Motherhouse”
• Bishop Hill Winery (Frederick Sehring Mansion)

Museum opens at 8:30 AM
Motorcoach will arrive/depart from JAHM
(Ticket Price includes JAHM admission for duration of the day)
• Cost: $30 General Public/$20 JAHM Members
• Parking: Joliet Area Historical Museum Surface Lot, Benton & Ottawa Sts.
Motorcoach will arrive/depart from JAHM
(Ticket Price includes JAHM admission for duration of the day)
• Tickets: Purchase online at jolietmuseum.org