The Peoria area is the third largest metropolitan area in the state of Illinois (nearly 400,000 residents). The city of Peoria itself (pop. 114,000) is Illinois' sixth largest city. Peoria is home to the Caterpillar corporation world headquarters, Bradley University, and minor league teams for baseball and hockey.
Downtown Peoria is located along the Illinois River. A mix of residential, business, retail, and education buildings rise from the city streets. It feels like a downtown from the history books that continues to struggle to find its niche in the 21st century.
The 14-story Pere Marquette Hotel was built in 1926.
Lobby of the Pere Marquette
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