We are so excited to celebrate this union in Peoria Heights, Illinois! This is Stella's hometown, and it holds a special place in her heart. Our family is honored to welcome all our guests from around the world to experience this beautiful part of the Midwest.

Peoria is one of Illinois's oldest cities, established as a French fur trading post in the late 1600s. Over the centuries, it developed into a vibrant center of commerce, culture, and natural beauty. Peoria is nestled in the Illinois River Valley, which has been a significant feature throughout Peoria's history, offering fertile grounds for agriculture and a key transportation route that helped the city thrive.

Peoria is also known for its historical role in whiskey production. By the late 19th century, Peoria had become a major hub for distilleries, producing more whiskey than any other city in the country.

Peoria's place in American cultural lore is further cemented by the famous phrase, "Will it play in Peoria?" This saying originated in the early 20th century and became widely used in the 1920s vaudeville era, referring to the city as a litmus test for mainstream appeal. Because Peoria was seen as a typical American city, if a show, product, or idea was successful there, it was believed it could succeed anywhere in the United States.

If you are looking for something to do other than club activities..

Open Saturday Mornings

8 am - Noon

200 Block of Water Street

http://visitdowntownpeoria.com/peoria-riverfront-market

Immerse yourself in the Peoria Riverfront Museum a world-class facility on Peoria's beautiful downtown RiverFront.

222 SW Washington Street

http://www.peoriariverfrontmuseum.org/

Seven miles of trails for hiking and nature enjoyment and is home to a gift shop that carries bird feeding and hiking necessities.

https://peoriaparks.org/places/facilities/forest-park-nature-center/

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Grand View Drive is a 2.52 mile meandering pleasure driveway constructed in 1903. The “world’s most beautiful drive,” as President Theodore Roosevelt referred to it in a visit to Peoria in 1910, offers visitors numerous panoramic scenic views of the Illinois River Valley.

A Perfect Pear Boutique

4544 N. Prospect Road

The Nook Gifts & Decor

4601 N. Prospect Road

So Chic Boutique

4605 N. Prospect Road

I Know You Like a Book

4707 N. Prospect Road

Global Village

1308 E. Seiberling Avenue

Jacaranda

https://www.jacarandapeoria.com/schedule/

Yoga Projekt

https://yogaprojekt.com/#schedule