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Bloomington is a city located in McLean County in central Illinois, United States. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 79,168, making it the 12th most populated city in Illinois. Bloomington is best known as the hometown of State Farm Insurance and Country Financial.

History

Bloomington was founded in 1831 by a group of settlers from New England. The city was named after Bloomington, Indiana due to the fact that many settlers originated from there. It quickly became an important hub for transportation and trade. The establishment of railroads further boosted Bloomington's economy and spurred growth in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Major companies like State Farm Insurance, Country Financial, and Beer Nuts got their start in Bloomington.

To learn more about the history of Bloomington, visit the Bloomington, Illinois Wikipedia page.

Attractions and Landmarks

Miller Park Zoo

The Miller Park Zoo is a favorite attraction, featuring exotic animals like red pandas, snow leopards, and Amur tigers. The zoo has been in operation for over 100 years. Address: 1020 S Morris Ave, Bloomington, IL 61701. Phone: (309) 434-2250. Website: millerparkzoo.org

U.S. Cellular Coliseum

This arena hosted the 1984 and 2004 US Olympic gymnastics trials. It is home to the Bloomington Edge arena football team. Address: 101 S Madison St, Bloomington, IL 61701. Phone: (309) 433-9378. Website: uscellularcenter.com

Constitution Trail

This 24-mile hiking and biking trail connects Bloomington with Normal, Illinois. It features beautiful scenery alongside Sugar Creek. Website: constitutiontrail.org

GPS Coordinates: 40.484771, -89.002273

David Davis Mansion

This 36-room Victorian home was built in 1872 for Senator David Davis. Address: 1000 Monroe Dr, Bloomington, IL 61701. Phone: (309) 828-1084. Website: daviddavismansion.org

GPS Coordinates: 40.495413, -88.996869

McLean County Museum of History

This museum chronicles the history of McLean County. Exhibits include a Victorian parlor and a 1900s grocery store. Address: 200 N Main St, Bloomington, IL 61701. Phone: (309) 827-0428. Website: mchistory.org

GPS Coordinates: 40.489632, -88.993528

Public Transportation

Public transportation is provided by the Bloomington-Normal Public Transit System. It operates 18 bus routes in the area. Website: bnpts.com

Major Employers

State Farm Insurance

State Farm is headquartered in Bloomington and is the city's largest employer. Address: 1 State Farm Plz, Bloomington, IL 61710. Phone: (309) 766-2311. Website: statefarm.com

Country Financial

Country Financial is a financial services company founded in Bloomington in 1925. Address: 1701 N Towanda Ave, Bloomington, IL 61701. Phone: (309) 557-3000. Website: countryfinancial.com

Advocate BroMenn Medical Center

BroMenn Medical Center is a major regional hospital and Level II trauma center. Address: 1304 Franklin Ave, Normal, IL 61761. Phone: (309) 454-1400. Website: advocatehealth.com/bmh

Economy

Bloomington has a diversified economy, with major industries including insurance, healthcare, education, manufacturing, and tourism. Top employers include State Farm Insurance, Country Financial, Advocate BroMenn Medical Center, Illinois State University, and Rivian Automotive. Bloomington's central location and transportation infrastructure also makes it a regional hub for distribution and logistics.

Learn more about the Bloomington-Normal economy at the Economic Development Council's website: bnbiz.org

County Information

Bloomington is located in McLean County. The McLean County Government website is mcleancountyil.gov. Address: 115 E Washington Street # M102, Bloomington, IL 61701. Phone: (309) 888-5110.

School Districts

Public schools in Bloomington are part of McLean County Unit District No. 5. The district website is district87.org. Address: 1809 W Hovey Ave, Normal, IL 61761. Phone: (309) 828-7100.

There are also several private and parochial schools in the area.

Local Sports

The Bloomington Edge are an arena football team playing at the U.S. Cellular Coliseum. Website: bloomingtonedge.com

Facebook

You can also follow local news and events on the City of Bloomington Facebook page: facebook.com/CityBlm

Additional Local Resources

Bloomington-Normal Convention and Visitors Bureau - visitbn.org

The Pantagraph - Local newspaper - pantagraph.com

Town of Normal - normal.org

Illinois State University - illinoisstate.edu

Location and Map

Bloomington is located at 40.4842068, -88.9936873. Here is a map of Bloomington:

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