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180 miles from Chicago ~ 160 miles from St. Louis
60 miles from Springfield ~ 55 miles from Bloomington/I-55
35 miles from Peoria/I-74 ~ 10 miles from Pekin
The Village of Manito was surveyed and planned in 1858. It consisted of 100 acres. From its inception, the railroad played an important part in its growth.
A depot, post office, and other private enterprises soon formed a "Main Street" (Broadway) in town that over the years was the commercial center of Manito.
Manito is now a progressive community with nearly 2000 residents. Our area has a strong agricultural background. The area's diverse soil types and plentiful water supply encourage a broad range of grain and seed crops, vegetables, melons and Christmas trees.
Because of Manito's location atop the Mahomet-Teays Aquifer and our longer growing season, crop production is exceptional. You will observe many center pivot irrigation systems throughout the area. Water is our gold in this "Imperial Valley of the Midwest."
. . Our History
Signals Our Strength
. . Our Community Pride
Pulls Us Ahead
. . Our Community Spirit
Flashes With Enthusiasm