One thing is for sure: the drive through the flat American midwest can get a bit boring. If you're traveling I-70 between St. Louis and Indianapolis, we have a stop for you! Right smack in the middle of the two cities is Casey, Illinois, a small town with big things! This little town is home to twelve Guinness Book certified World's Largest things plus lots of other BIG fun! Travelers can find a scavenger hunt map on their website bigthingssmalltown.com, and enjoy an hour or two searching out the over twenty BIG things throughout the town. Most are found within a few city blocks. Plus there are lots of cute shops and restaurants for a lunch or dinner stop. According to their website FAQ's, the man behind the idea of Big Things Small Town is Jim Bolin, a local business owner. Born and raised in Casey, he felt like he owed something to the community that had given him so much. Most of the materials used are recycled items like old telephone poles, damaged pipe, or old oil tanks. If you're ever in the area, check it out!
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