Celebrating Champaign History
Champaign is celebrating its 150th anniversary and WILL-TV looks back at the people, places and events that shaped its history. John Paul or Rick Atterberry hosts each episode.
Historical photos and interviews with experts bring to life an earlier time in the life of the city.
Watch Episodes of Illinois Pioneers Online
Illinois Central
Department Stores
Theaters
Media
Schools
Vice and Bootlegging
Streetcars
U of I History
Presidents Who Visited Champaign-Urbana
Parkland College
African-American Leaders
Athletics
Business and Industry
Funding for Illinois Pioneers – Champaign @ 150 is made possible, in part, by the Noel Foundation, and by donors to the Champaign 150th Anniversary Celebration Fund. More information on the city’s 150th Anniversary is at champaign150.com.
