Streator Street Art & Sparkling Wine in Starved Rock Country, Illinois

Amid the Prairie State, street art, sparling wine and starved rock? Venture beyond popular Starved Rock State Park to discover the Illinois wine industry at August Hill Winery in Utica. Entrepreneur and vintner Mark Wenzel shares the secrets behind Illinois sparkling wine and its unique character shaped by the region's soil and climate. Delve into the vibrant street art scene in Streator, where over 40 pieces of public art adorn the cityscape thanks to the efforts of the Walldogs. Mayor Tara Bedei gives insight into Streator's transformation and the community's unwavering spirit. From sipping sparkling wine to marveling at larger-than-life murals, this episode highlights the passion of locals who are shaping the cultural landscape of their communities, inviting travelers to experience the heart and soul of LaSalle County.Get more trip itineraires, travel advice, Darley's Revolutionary Road Trip book and more at darley-newman.com