The historic community of Beloit is located in Rock County, Wisconsin, with an estimated population of 35,775. Beloit is minutes from the Illinois border and is the home of Beloit College, the worlds largest can of chili (located at the Hormel Chili plant), and the Beloit Snappers (Minor League Baseball). Beloit sits along Interstate 39/90, with the center of the city being located along the lovely Rock River. Chicago is southeast of the city, conveniently accessed by Interstate 90. Milwaukee is located northeast of the city and is easily accessed by Interstate 43.
Beloit real estate boasts a great mix of both historical remnants and new contemporary growth. Sharing space with the newly revitalized Riverside Park and Beloit Riverfront are an old stone water tower and many historic homes. Beloit real estate includes single-family, waterfront,town-homes, condominiums, residential land & lots and investment properties. You will find great family homes ranging from $80,000 to $320,000. ~The History of Beloit~
In the early 1800s, the Winnebago Indian tribe inhabited the land where Turtle Creek and Rock River join. Joseph Thiebault was the first white man to settle alongside the Winnebago in Rock County. He was a French trapper that came to the area to trade with the Indians in the 1820s. Thiebault had a cabin near the state line, right where Beloit City Hall now stands.
Another of the early pioneers and merchants was Caleb Blodgett. Blodgett first named the town New Albany, but it was renamed shortly after by a citizen committee. The name Beloit is believed to come from Balotte, a French word, meaning handsome ground. It was spelled after Detroit, since everyone saw it as a growth and trade symbol. The family of Emmanuel Craig were the town\'s first African-Americans. Craig was a coachman who arrived in the mid-1830s. The Craig family were some of the first to witness the creation of the township government, formed in 1842 and in 1846, the founding of Beloit College. In 1836, Beloit was officially founded and in 1846, it was incorporated as a village. In 1856, the town was incorporated as a city, and by 1929 the city had a Council-Manager form of government. In the early 1990s, the city under-went a major revitalization to the Rock River area, turning it into a world class recreation complex and open space. The area is used by most everyone year-round. The Downtown area was renovated and economic redevelopment continues, showing the rebirth of the city. Several new businesses have moved to the city and existing corporations are growing.
Now the local government works with the residents together to continue the transformation of Beloit real estate.
~Beloit Education~
The School District of Beloit provides a high quality public education for its students. There are twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, one high school and an education center in the district. The district offers after-school programs throughout the school year, with activities such as leadership organizations, enrichment and homework clubs, talented and gifted student competitions and more. The district is also dedicated to giving each student the best possible education available.
Beloit College is one of the most notable colleges in the state, with an enrollment of 1,500 students. The school is a liberal arts undergraduate college, where you can find several prehistoric Indian mounds around the campus.
Between Beloit and Janesville is Blackhawk Technical College, which has an adult education center in Beloit\'s downtown area.
~Activities and Recreation in Beloit~
The community of Beloit enjoys a wide variety of activities and recreational opportunities, mostly due to the city\'s uncommon diversity. The Beloit Snappers, a professional minor league baseball team, makes its home amongst Beloit, along with the popular, lively riverfront. Several small restaurants, boutiques and shops are in the downtown area alongside up-scale condominiums. The city is considered an arts center that houses many cultural assets. The city\'s proud heritage is celebrated by the Hanchett-Barlett Homestead, the City\'s Historical Society, the popular Angel Museum and the Industrial Arts Museum. Along the riverfront, Beloit College campus, and throughout the downtown area, several unique pieces of public art are displayed. A world-class symphony orchestra is shared by Beloit and its neighbor, Janesville. The symphony has numerous activities and events year-round and boasts a professional summer stock theater.
You can also find parks with ball fields, ball courts, playgrounds, picnic areas, pavilions, jogging trails and recreation centers.
It\'s safe to say that you won\'t go without something to do in Beloit. come see for yourself what is so special about our city! | 
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Beloit\'s Year-Round Events:
ArtWalk
Beloit Autorama
Beloit Farmer\'s Market
Beloit Heritage Days
Beloit International Film Festival
Beloit Riverfest
Celebrate & Grandprix Race
Christmas Lights Parade & Festival
Festivals at Harry\'s Place
Gospel in the Park
Hog Hula
Hollidazzle
Movies at Harry\'s Place
Music at Harry\'s Place
Pops on the Rock
Thunder on the Rock
Southern Wisconsin AirFest
Winterfest
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