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With a population of over 147,000 as of 2021, Joliet is the fourth largest city in Illinois and the county seat of Will County. Joliet is located just 45 miles southwest of Chicago along the Des Plaines River and Route 66. Once known for its limestone quarries and as a major national railroad hub, today Joliet thrives with diversified industries, commerce, education, and unique attractions that celebrate its history.

History of Joliet

The area that is now Joliet was first inhabited by Native Americans in the 1600s. French explorers Louis Jolliet and Father Jacques Marquette traveled through the area in 1673. Canal construction in the 1830s brought growth and industry to the region. Joliet was officially incorporated as a village in 1852 and as a city in 1862. The City of Joliet government offices are located at 150 W. Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL 60432, phone (815) 724-4000.

Joliet quickly developed into a major national railroad center in the late 1800s and was nicknamed the "City of Steel and Stone". Many immigrants came to Joliet to work in the steel mills and quarries. The Joliet Public Library has an extensive collection of resources on local history and genealogy dating back to this time period.

Joliet's Economy and Major Employers

While the steel and stone industries declined over the years, Joliet has diversified its economic base. Major employers in Joliet today include Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center (333 Madison St, Joliet, IL 60435, (815) 725-7133), Silver Cross Hospital (1900 Silver Cross Blvd, New Lenox, IL 60451, (815) 300-1100), Hollywood Casino Joliet (777 Hollywood Blvd, Joliet, IL 60436, (815) 927-2175), Joliet School District 86, Joliet Township High School District 204, the University of St. Francis, Joliet Junior College, Stateville Correctional Center, and many logistics and distribution centers.

Major companies with headquarters or major operations located in Joliet include Caterpillar, Amazon, UPS, FedEx, McDonald's, Busch's, Barrett-Jackson, and many others. The City of Joliet offers resources for business and development through its Department of Community and Economic Development.

Attractions and Landmarks

Joliet offers many unique attractions that celebrate its history and heritage for both visitors and residents to enjoy.

• Joliet Area Historical Museum - A museum located in the former Ottawa Street Methodist Episcopal Church where you can learn about the history of Joliet (204 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL 60432, (815) 723-5201)
• Route 66 Welcome Center - Located in the Old Joliet Prison, this center celebrates Joliet's place along the famous Route 66 highway (Connects Joliet, Illinois to Santa Monica, California)
• Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie - A large protected prairie area with trails and nature programs located just south of Joliet
• Rialto Square Theatre - A historic 1920s theater downtown that hosts performances and events (102 N Chicago St, Joliet, IL 60432, (815) 726-6600)
• Joliet Park District - Operates over 80 parks, offering classes, recreation, and entertainment for the community

Three historic Joliet landmarks with their GPS coordinates:

• Joliet Area Historical Museum - 41°31'50.2"N 88°09'01.0"W
• Route 66 Welcome Center (Old Joliet Prison) - 41°31'59.2"N 88°05'39.5"W
• Rialto Square Theatre - 41°31'29.8"N 88°09'00.2"W

Joliet Public Transportation

Public transportation in Joliet and surrounding suburbs is provided by Pace Suburban Bus. Pace operates several bus routes that serve popular destinations and connections to Metra commuter rail service to Chicago.

Joliet Municipal Government and Services

Joliet is the county seat of Will County, Illinois (302 N Chicago St, Joliet, IL 60432, (815) 774-7400). Joliet residents receive services from several school districts, including Joliet Public Schools District 86, Joliet Township High School District 204, and Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202. The city also provides residents with garbage collection, recycling, water, sewer, street maintenance, snow removal, and other services.

Residents of Joliet can stay connected through the City of Joliet Facebook page, email newsletters, and other notifications. The city makes extensive data and records available to the public through its Open Data Portal.

Sports and Recreation in Joliet

Joliet offers plenty of sports and recreation opportunities for spectators and participants alike. The Joliet Slammers baseball team plays minor league games at DuPage Medical Group Field downtown. Several venues host auto racing and other events, including Chicagoland Speedway and the Route 66 Raceway. The Empire Joliet Casino offers gaming, dining, and entertainment.

For outdoor recreation, residents have many choices of parks, trails, golf courses, water activities, and more through the Joliet Park District.

Living and Visiting Joliet, Illinois

With its prime location, diversified economy, unique attractions, recreation opportunities and more, Joliet continues to thrive as a wonderful place to live, work, and visit. To learn more about events, attractions, parks, and local businesses, visit the Joliet Region Visitor's Bureau website.

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