Things to do in Rantoul
Chanute Air Force Base and Museum
The Chanute Air Museum collects, preserves, exhibits and interprets aviation and aerospace artifacts. Special emphasis is directed to the life and accomplishments of Octave Chanute, Chanute Field/Chanute Air Force Base and its technical training programs, the history of Illinois aviation, and the community of Rantoul, Illinois. Call (217) 893-161 for more information.
1011 Pacesetter Drive, Rantoul, IL
Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center
The highlights of the Center include two amazing water slides that splash down into 350,000 gallons of crystal clear water. The zero-depth entry pool also features water toys for children, lanes for swimmers and diving boards. Call (217) 893.0461 for more information.
100 East Flessner, Rantoul, IL
Monticello Railway Museum
The mission of the museum is to collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit materials and artifacts relating to railroading, with emphasis on Central Illinois, and to operate a demonstration railroad for the education and enjoyment of the public. Call (217) 762-9011 for more information.
Staerkel Planetarium
The William M. Staerkel Planetarium at Parkland College is second largest planetarium in Illinois! We are open year-round, providing science education programs and fascinating light show entertainment to nearly 40,000 people each year. Call (217) 351-2446 for more information.
2400 W Bradley Ave, Champaign, IL
University of Illinois
The University of Illinois is the state's best and most comprehensive public university. We are a family of three distinct campuses — Chicago, Springfield and Urbana-Champaign. Call (217) 351-2446 for more information.