Peoria was the earliest permanent European settlement in what is now Illinois; French explorers first established a presence along the Illinois River in the late 17th century, with the community later evolving into the modern city. The lands that eventually would become Peoria were first settled by Europeans in 1680, when French explorers René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle and Henri de ...

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Peoria, city, seat (1825) of Peoria county, central Illinois, U.S. Peoria lies along the Illinois River where it widens to form Peoria Lake, about 160 miles (260 km) southwest of Chicago. With Peoria Heights, West Peoria, Bartonville, Bellevue, East Peoria, Creve Coeur, Marquette Heights, North

In celebration of America 250, the City of Peoria is proud to highlight the many ways our community is honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States. Here's a listing of upcoming events, locations, & website links so you can celebrate all year long.

Here’s my list on the best things to do in Peoria: 1. Peoria Riverfront Museum Source: Peoria Riverfront Museum / Facebook Peoria Riverfront Museum Opened in front of the historic Rock Island Depot and Freight House in 2012, the Smithsonian-affiliated Peoria Riverfront Museum rolls a multitude of experiences into one attraction.