illinois inventions

Illinois is more than just cornfields—it's a breeding ground for some of the world's most unexpected inventions. Get ready to be surprised by these 10 Illinois-born creations that might just make you rethink everything you thought you knew about the Prairie State.

There was a time when parties and barbecues were not complete without these little beauties.

We all know what Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls look like, but did you know they started as a special gift from one Illinois man to his daughter?

I'm not creative as much as I'd like to be. That being said, I can't believe people make inventions like it's nothing. I can't even think about what I'm doing in the next 20 minutes.

The five groundbreaking inventions from some big thinking Illinoisans changed the world. Some maybe a little more than others.