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Tower Park |
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Glide 200 feet to the top of the tower in our enclosed glass elevator to "View the Wonder" for many miles of the Illinois River Valley. |
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Tower Park, in Peoria Heights, Illinois, has a 200' tall Observation Tower, open air water fountain, children's playground, and a bronze monument of Abraham Lincoln designed by Gutzon Borglum (designer of Mt. Rushmore) that is identical to two other sculptures, one in front of Lincoln's Tomb in Springfield, Illinois, and the other in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda at Washington, D.C. |
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On top of 500,000 gallons of clear, pure well water, there are three separate observations decks designed to provide a spectacular panorama in all directions. There are three telescopes available for even closer viewing. This structure is the only one of its kind in the U.S.A. |
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The observation Tower is open from the first part of April through October (weather permitting). Please note the operating hours listed. |
| OBSERVATION HOURS | HOLIDAY HOURS |
| Before 5-23 Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM | Memorial Day |
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Beginning 5-23-08 (Friday) |
Labor Day |
| Tuesday through Thursday | |
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11:00 to 9:00 PM |
July 3rd & 4 |
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Closed Mondays, Except Holidays |
11:00 to 9:00 PM and/or 10:00 PM |
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ELEVATOR RIDES TO OBSERVATION DECKS |
| Adults - $2.00 |
| Seniors (age 65 and up) - $1.75 |
| Children (age 5 to 12) - $1.25 |
| Children under 5 are FREE |
| Season passes are available for |
| unlimited visits to the observation decks |
| Family Pass - $30.00 |
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Husband and wife and one guest during normal operating hours. (Includes children high school age and under.) |
| Senior Pass - $20.00 |
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One senior and one guest during normal operation hours. |
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JULY 3rd & 4th FIREWORKS |
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| Adults - $2.50 |
Children ( age 5 to 12) - $1.50 |
| Seniors (age 65 and up) - $2.00 | Children under 5 are FREE |
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OBSERVATION TOWER or PAVILION RENTAL |
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Reserve the Tower or the covered Pavilion for your special needs. |
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| - Reunions | - Award Ceremonies |
| - Weddings | - Dances |
| - Parties | - Concerts in June, July, August (4th Tues.) |
| - Church | - School |
| - Business Groups | |
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The pavilion has a 5 disc CD changer and amplification sound system, 75 chairs and 4 tables available for weddings, fundraising events and multiple private functions. It also has electrical outlets. Restrooms and drinking fountain are also available for your convenience. No liquor is allowed in the park. Discounts are available to Peoria Heights residents, businesses, and organizations. Call our office today for information on making your reservation. |
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| TICKET OFFICE: (309) 682-8732 |
| 1222 E. Kingman |
| Peoria Heights, Illinois 61616 |
| (off 4900 N. Prospect & Grandview Dr.) |
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