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IL Eye Doctors

Illinois patients have trusted Bard Optical for medically focused, comprehensive eye care for over 80 years. When you visit Bard Optical in Bloomington-Normal, you can expect quality, personalized eye care from a highly trained team of professionals.

Bard Optical – Normal


1700 E College Ave Suite 3, Normal, IL 61761
(309) 250-3781

Hours


Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Our Medical Approach


We pride ourselves on our thorough, medical approach to eye care. Our skilled eye doctors use the latest technology to evaluate your vision and look for conditions that may affect how you see now and in the future. We’ll gain a complete understanding of your overall eye health so we can make personalized recommendations that protect your vision.

Services


From total eye care to fashionable eyewear, we offer all the services you need for clear vision at our Bloomington-Normal location.

Woman getting an eye exam at Bard Optical in Normal

Comprehensive Eye Health Exams

At Bard Optical, we’re known for our thorough, comprehensive eye health exams. Our eye care professionals will take their time to understand you and your vision needs as they examine the delicate structures inside of your eyes. And if we detect any conditions that might pose a threat to your vision, we’ll personalize a plan for you to ensure your vision is always protected.

Boy getting an eye exam at Bard Optical Normal

Pediatric Eye Health Exams

Our “Vision for Life” philosophy means caring for patients of all ages. With our pediatric eye health exams, we’ll make sure your little ones grow up with clear, comfortable vision that lasts by screening for age-specific conditions. If we find anything out of the ordinary, we’ll craft a plan that keeps their vision in great shape.

Girl getting an contact lens exam at Bard Optical in Normal

Contact Lens Exams

We want to make sure your corrective lenses are as visually precise as they are comfortable. During a contact lens exam, we take detailed measurements of your eyes to get an accurate prescription and assessment of your eye health to determine which lenses will work best for you. Our eye doctors are well versed in contact lens fittings and will recommend the right size, style, and brand of lenses for your specific needs.

Eye disease management at Bard Optical in Normal

Eye Disease Management

Using advanced technology, our team can detect even the earliest signs of eye diseases that can affect your sight and quality of life, like glaucoma or age-related macular degeneration (AMD). If we identify any cause for concern, we’ll personalize a plan to proactively treat these conditions — before they can impact your vision.

Girl selecting eyeglasses at Bard Optical in Normal

Eyewear Options for Everyone

Each of our patients has a unique fashion sense, and we believe their eyewear should complement it! We’re proud to carry a large variety of frame styles, and our opticians will help you find the perfect pair that matches your personality, budget, and lens preferences.

Comprehensive Eye Health Exams
Woman getting an eye exam at Bard Optical in Normal

At Bard Optical, we’re known for our thorough, comprehensive eye health exams. Our eye care professionals will take their time to understand you and your vision needs as they examine the delicate structures inside of your eyes. And if we detect any conditions that might pose a threat to your vision, we’ll personalize a plan for you to ensure your vision is always protected.

Pediatric Eye Health Exams
Boy getting an eye exam at Bard Optical Normal

Our “Vision for Life” philosophy means caring for patients of all ages. With our pediatric eye health exams, we’ll make sure your little ones grow up with clear, comfortable vision that lasts by screening for age-specific conditions. If we find anything out of the ordinary, we’ll craft a plan that keeps their vision in great shape.

Contact Lens Exams
Girl getting an contact lens exam at Bard Optical in Normal

We want to make sure your corrective lenses are as visually precise as they are comfortable. During a contact lens exam, we take detailed measurements of your eyes to get an accurate prescription and assessment of your eye health to determine which lenses will work best for you. Our eye doctors are well versed in contact lens fittings and will recommend the right size, style, and brand of lenses for your specific needs.

Eye Disease Management
Eye disease management at Bard Optical in Normal

Using advanced technology, our team can detect even the earliest signs of eye diseases that can affect your sight and quality of life, like glaucoma or age-related macular degeneration (AMD). If we identify any cause for concern, we’ll personalize a plan to proactively treat these conditions — before they can impact your vision.

Eyewear Options for Everyone
Girl selecting eyeglasses at Bard Optical in Normal

Each of our patients has a unique fashion sense, and we believe their eyewear should complement it! We’re proud to carry a large variety of frame styles, and our opticians will help you find the perfect pair that matches your personality, budget, and lens preferences.

Proudly Serving Bloomington-Normal, IL

At our Bloomington-Normal, IL location, we’re proud to provide comprehensive eye care to patients from Barnes, Towanda, Merna, Bentown, Yuton, Twin Grove, Covell, Shirley, Holder, Shamrock, Gillum, and other surrounding areas.

Whether you’re visiting Miller Park Zoo or spending a day with the kids at the Children’s Discovery Museum, we’ll make sure that you can enjoy it all with the best vision possible.

Bard Optical Normal location driving directions

Driving Directions


We’re located at 1700 E College Ave Suite 3, Normal, IL 61761

From the northeast, head southwest on Old U.S. Rte 66 and continue to where U.S. Route 66 becomes Shelbourne Drive. Drive 0.2 miles, then turn left onto N Towanda Ave and in 0.5 miles, turn left onto Fort Jesse Rd. In 0.2 miles, pass Fort Jesse Café on your right and in another 0.1 miles, turn right onto Old Rte 66 W/Veterans Pkway. Then in 0.3 miles, pass Portillo’s Normal on your right and in another 0.2 miles, use the left lane to turn left onto E College Ave. Finally in 440 feet, turn left and in about 351 feet, we’ll be straight ahead on your right.

From the south, head northeast on Old Rte 66/ S Veterans Pkwy. Pass Aroma Indian Restaurant & Bar on your right and continue for another 0.1 miles, passing The Tasty Crab on your right. Continue onto Old Rte 66 for 2.6 miles, then turn right onto E College Ave. In 387 feet, make a quick left and continue straight; we’ll be on your right in the same shopping complex as Petco.

Testimonials


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Sarah H
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This place is great! The ladies were so helpful and amazing. We joked and laughed, felt like I've known them for years. Awesome selection, very reasonable prices, updated equipment, clean. I'll definitely be a repeat customer.
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Shawn Shadden
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I went and got my eye exam today, outstanding service! The front staff was friendly and welcoming and the dr that did my exam was amazing as well she made sure I was happy with the exam and that I could see everything. I didnt feel rushed or anything and I couldnt be any happier! 5 stars definitely would recommend!
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Tiffany DeMars
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No optometrist on site right now but customer service was great from start to finish. The accepted my prescription from the vision venter at Walmart and my state insurance through meridian. The glasses I got were even cute and up to date style not just basic wire frames.
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Colleen Mcmanamon
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Always good care even with previous issue with my eye...dr always thorough and staff great with choices!....highly recommend
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Erin Muckelston
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Very friendly and pretty much on time with their patients
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penny moskaloff
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It was the best experience ever I was totally pleased with the service