Bloomington · Mclean County, IL
Arts & Culture in Bloomington
Scout analyzed 55 Bloomington places and surfaced the ones that actually fit arts & culture.
Places analyzed
55
Matches
7
Typical spend
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Typical visit
2.1 hr
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Downtown Bloomington Arts & Dinner Date
Indulge in a romantic evening starting with an elegant Italian dinner at Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano. Then, elevate your night with a captivating performance at the historic Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts. Conclude your date with a sophisticated drink at Jazz UpFront, soaking in the ambiance.
Budget-Friendly History Afternoon
Spend a captivating afternoon exploring local history at the McLean County Museum of History, a free educational experience. Afterward, enjoy a wallet-friendly lunch at Rosie's Pub, known for its historic setting and pub fare. Conclude your day with a relaxing stroll through Ewing Park I.
Bloomington Date Night at the Arts Center
Begin your evening with a light appetizer and a handcrafted martini before immersing yourselves in a captivating performance at the historic Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts. Conclude your date with a memorable dinner at a chic farm-to-table restaurant, offering fresh, seasonal dishes.
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Arts & Culture
David Davis Mansion
Restored Victorian mansion & gardens of prominent 19th-century family, with period art & technology.
Arts & Culture
McLean County Museum of History
County history museum in a century-old domed structure with 7 galleries, 19,000 objects & archives.
Arts & Culture
Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
Plays, pop concerts, classical music & other events in a restored theater dating to 1921.
Arts & Culture
Vrooman Mansion
Elegant B&B with antiques-filled rooms & suites in an 1869 mansion offering a library & a garden.
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