Peoria County

Located on the banks of the Illinois River, Peoria County is at the heart of the area and offers a wealth of attractions, events, historical sites, shopping and artistic venues throughout the county's communities. Over 300 years ago, the Native Americans and French Traders who called our river valley home referred to the area as Pimiteoui, or "fat lake," because of the richness of the river. Today that tradition continues through riverfront development, a bustling downtown Peoria and much more. 

Visit http://www.co.peoria.il.us/ for more information on Peoria County.