Makers Madness: The Coolest Thing Made in Illinois

7 Mar 2025
News
First Round Voting Open Now Until March 16
The competition is designed to highlight the many different products made in Illinois, including everything from food products and military flashlights to automobiles and components for the aerospace industry. This round of votes will determine the Top 16 products from more than 250 unique products that were nominated from across the state.
Consecutive rounds of voting in head-to-head matchups will take place each week to further narrow the field, culminating with an awards ceremony at the Governor’s mansion on April 9 when The Coolest Thing Made in Illinois will be named.
Are you ready to pick the coolest thing made in Illinois?
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