Romeoville, Illinois

Historical marker location:

15701 S Independence Blvd, Romeoville, Illinois

( Marker can be reached from South Independence Boulevard (Illinois Route 53) 0.3 miles south of University Parkway.)

Welcome to Route 66 Illinois.

Illinois is home to several prestigious universities, including the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Northwestern University, and the University of Chicago. These universities are known for their strong academic programs and research facilities, and they attract students and scholars from around the world.