Beautiful Lockport, Illinois, is one of the safest and greatest places to live in the State. The city of 20,000 residents enjoys a rich history dating back to 1830 when it was an important town along the canals of the 19th century. Today, residents celebrate the town's unique blend of history and modern amenities, while visitors also enjoy the sights and sounds of the Lockport.

Just 35 miles southwest of Chicago and 5 miles north of the small town of Joliet, Lockport is ideally situationed at the junction of Interstates 80 and 55. The O'Hare International Airport is just 30 miles away while the smaller Midway Airport is 25 miles to the northeast. Location is everything in Lockport. Residents can stay in the isolated metropolitan area of Joliet or take the 30 minute trip to Chicago to enjoy some of the finest urban fare in the region.

Downtown Lockport is actually part of the Illionis & Michigan Canal National Heritage Corridor. The corridor stretches some 120 miles, and in Lockport you can visit 37 different historic locations and structures.

There's plenty to do in and around Lockport. Within the city you can dine at a four-star restaurant, shop till you drop, or visit an art gallery. In the surrounding regions there are many forest preserves, parks, and lakes.