Normal, Illinois, home to approximately 55,000 people, is located in McLean County and home to the main campus of Illinois State University. There’s something special about this place – an obsession with a history that can be felt walking around town.
Founded in 1854 by Jesse W. Fell and named after his alma mater, North Carolina’s Wake Forest College (now known as Wake Forest University), Normal has been a hub of activity ever since its inception. With numerous historical sites such as David Davis Mansion State Historic Site, The Children’s Museum of History Science & Technology, and Miller Park Zoo, you feel like you have stepped back in time when visiting any one of them. Each site provides insight into how life was lived during different periods throughout the area’s past.
Normal also offers plenty for active visitors looking to explore the outdoors. From biking trails along Sugar Creek to golfing at Ironwood Golf Course or a leisurely stroll through Uptown Normal, there is always something to do here which will make your stay memorable no matter what season it might be.