Illinois National Guard Armory

The Illinois National Guard Armory in Rockford, Illinois, served as the headquarters for Illinois National Guard units of various designations for nearly 60 years. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2000.

The armory also was used as a music venue throughout the 1970s

Notable Concerts Held At Illinois National Guard Armory Include:

June 11, 1979 – Cheap Trick
October 24, 1979 – Blue Öyster Cult
June 18, 1979 – Peter Frampton
January 8, 1977 – REO Speedwagon
November 13, 1976 – Rush
May 11, 1973 – King Crimson
April 25, 1973 – Utopia
April 8, 1973 – Rare Earth
April 5, 1972 – Badfinger
June 23, 1965 – The Kinks

Illinois National Guard Armory
605 N. Main St.
Rockford, IL 61103