Founded in 1894, the Peoria Park District was the very first park district established in the state of Illinois. It now encompasses almost 9,000 acres of public land. Hear the story of how these areas of respite and recreation were developed, beginning with Glen Oak and Laura Bradley Parks.

This bus tour departs at 10 a.m. from the parking lot across from Kelleher’s Irish Pub (619 SW Water Street). Tours cost $20 per person and reservations are required. Visit 309tix.com to reserve a spot.