Did You Know? — Peoria
1
Peoria was once the largest whiskey-producing city in the world, with 24 distilleries operating in 1887.
2
The famous phrase 'Will it play in Peoria?' originated here, becoming a national idiom to test if something appeals to mainstream America.
3
Grandview Drive was famously declared 'the world's most beautiful drive' by President Theodore Roosevelt during his visit in 1910.
4
Peoria is the birthplace and global headquarters of Caterpillar Inc., a monumental force in heavy machinery manufacturing.
5
The Peoria Riverfront Museum uniquely combines art, history, science, and a planetarium under one roof, reflecting the city's diverse cultural offerings.