Become a Towpath Member
The Illinois & Michigan Canal wasn't built by machines — it was built by hand, by thousands of laborers, immigrants, and local families who dug, hauled, and worked their way through the Illinois prairie to connect the country. Lock by lock, mile by mile, it was hard work and a shared purpose that built something lasting — and that same spirit still runs through Morris today.
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When you become a member, you're not just supporting a bookstore — you're joining a community that believes in showing up for each other, in small businesses that root themselves in local history, and in the kind of place where neighbors still stop to talk.
Help us build Morris's community bookstore. All members receive:
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- Annual discounts on merchandise at our store
- Subscription to our members only newsletter with book reviews and sneak peeks at titles and events
- A welcome gift with Towpath branded merch (early orders may take some time to become available)
- Entry into our monthly members raffle for a $40 gift card
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More membership opportunities coming soon ...
We are still working on our other membership programs. Let us know what you think in the community survey.