The 815 is more than an area code — it's an identity. It's the sound of Rockford, Illinois calling, and the answer is local pride. Rockford Art Deli is the creator of the original 815 design, and our 815 collection has grown into one of the most recognizable symbols of Rockford pride in the region. Show the world where you're from with our 815 gear — featuring Rockford 815 t-shirts, hoodies, hats, totes, and accessories designed and screen-printed right here in downtown Rockford, IL. Whether you're a Rockford native, an 815 transplant living across the country, or someone who just knows Rockford is worth repping, this collection is your statement.
The Best Places to Sport Your 815 Gear Around Rockford
Rockford has more going for it than people realize — and the 815 represents all of it. Here are some of our favorite spots to get out, explore, and wear your 815 pride loud:
Hit the Rockford City Market on a summer Saturday — great local food, music, and fellow Rockfordians
Walk the trails at Rock Cut State Park — 3,000 acres of Illinois nature right in the 815
Spend an afternoon at Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden — beautiful year-round
Check out a show at the historic Coronado Theatre in downtown Rockford
Grab dinner along the Rock River at Prairie Street Brewhouse — Rockford's industrial heritage meets great food
Explore the Anderson Japanese Gardens, one of the highest-rated Japanese gardens in North America
Cool off at Magic Waters Waterpark on a hot 815 summer day
Stroll Auburn Street for local shopping, dining, and Rockford community vibes
About Our 815 Gear Collection
From the original 815 tee to new designs that celebrate Rockford's neighborhoods and culture, our 815 collection covers the full range of Rockford pride. Here's what you'll find:
815 t-shirts — the original Rockford area code tee and new seasonal styles
815 hoodies & crewnecks — perfect for Rockford's crisp fall and winter nights
815 hats — structured and unstructured caps for everyday wear
815 tote bags — haul your farmers market finds in Rockford style
815 accessories — stickers, keychains, patches, and more
All 815 designs are original Rockford Art Deli creations, designed and printed in-house at our shop at 402 E State St in downtown Rockford. Whether you're shopping for yourself or looking for the perfect Rockford Illinois gift, our 815 collection delivers authentic local pride in every stitch. Shop local. Wear local. Rep the 815.
