Bard Optical

Bard Optical Visit our website to find a Bard Optical near you! Diana J. Hall, owner of Bard Optical bought the business from A. Arthur Bard in 1981. Ms. In Peoria alone, Ms.
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We have 21 locations to better serve the central Illinois community - proud to provide you vision care excellence for almost 80 years. Hall has grown the business from a one-office location to serving Central and Southern Illinois with 20 offices. Diana Hall greatly supports the communities in which Bard offices are located. Hall leads the Mayor's Litter Committee as she heads up the "Pride is Picking Up In Peoria" litter campaign. Hall is active in Peoria Rotary, with the YWCA, and the Center for Prevention of Abuse. Hall gives generously on the bahalf of Bard Optical to national causes such as United Way, Susan G. Komen Race For The Cure, Optometry Giving Sight, and to Southside Mission and Peoria Promise in Peoria, Illinois.

Your eyes work hard every day—when was your last comprehensive eye exam? Routine checkups can catch issues early and kee...
10/27/2025

Your eyes work hard every day—when was your last comprehensive eye exam? Routine checkups can catch issues early and keep your vision crystal clear. Our expert optometrists are here to help you see your best, year-round.
Schedule your comprehensive eye exam today: https://www.bardoptical.com/contact-us/

Spending more time indoors on screens this fall?Reduce digital eye strain with these tips:💻 Follow the 20-20-20 rule👓 As...
10/22/2025

Spending more time indoors on screens this fall?
Reduce digital eye strain with these tips:
💻 Follow the 20-20-20 rule
👓 Ask about blue light blocking lenses
💧 Use artificial tears for dryness
Your eyes will thank you!
Ask us about digital protection solutions. https://www.bardoptical.com/contact-us/

Fall in love with your look this season! 🍂Explore our new collection of frames—classic, trendy, and perfect for autumn.S...
10/15/2025

Fall in love with your look this season! 🍂
Explore our new collection of frames—classic, trendy, and perfect for autumn.
Stop by and find your perfect fall frames.

Today is World Sight Day, a reminder of how precious our vision is. 🌎💛Regular eye exams help detect problems early and k...
10/09/2025

Today is World Sight Day, a reminder of how precious our vision is. 🌎💛
Regular eye exams help detect problems early and keep your eyes healthy for life.
Schedule your comprehensive eye exam today. https://www.bardoptical.com/contact-us/

Fall is the perfect time to schedule your annual eye exam! 🍂Catch any vision changes before the busy holiday season and ...
10/02/2025

Fall is the perfect time to schedule your annual eye exam! 🍂
Catch any vision changes before the busy holiday season and keep your eyes healthy year-round.
Book your fall eye exam today: https://www.bardoptical.com/contact-us/

Not all lenses are created equal—your eyes deserve the right fit. Whether you need lightweight, glare-free, photochromic...
09/30/2025

Not all lenses are created equal—your eyes deserve the right fit. Whether you need lightweight, glare-free, photochromic, or progressive lenses, Bard Optical offers personalized solutions for every lifestyle.

Let’s find what works for you! 👓

Did you know regular physical activity supports healthy vision?✔️ Improves blood flow to the eyes✔️ Lowers risk of condi...
09/25/2025

Did you know regular physical activity supports healthy vision?

✔️ Improves blood flow to the eyes
✔️ Lowers risk of conditions like glaucoma and AMD
✔️ Reduces inflammation

A little movement goes a long way for your eyes and your overall health!

Fall in love with a fresh new look! 🍂We’ve got the latest styles and top brands in frames—perfect for cozy sweaters, cri...
09/22/2025

Fall in love with a fresh new look! 🍂
We’ve got the latest styles and top brands in frames—perfect for cozy sweaters, crisp air, and seeing the season in style. Stop in to browse our collection!

As we age, our eyes become more sensitive to blue light from screens. This can lead to more fatigue, dryness, and disrup...
09/16/2025

As we age, our eyes become more sensitive to blue light from screens. This can lead to more fatigue, dryness, and disrupted sleep. Ask us about blue light filtering lenses that help protect your eyes at any age! 👓

Schedule your visit today: https://bit.ly/3Zx9kPm

Having trouble reading small print? You might be experiencing presbyopia—a natural part of aging where near vision gets ...
09/12/2025

Having trouble reading small print? You might be experiencing presbyopia—a natural part of aging where near vision gets blurrier. We offer stylish reading glasses, multifocals, and contact lens options to keep things clear and comfortable!

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) affects the sharp central vision we use to read and recognize faces. It’s more co...
09/04/2025

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) affects the sharp central vision we use to read and recognize faces. It’s more common as we age—but regular eye exams can help us catch it early and preserve your sight.

Book your exam today: https://bit.ly/3Zx9kPm

For four decades, Springfield has been the heart of our journey—and we’re beyond grateful for every patient and neighbor...
09/02/2025

For four decades, Springfield has been the heart of our journey—and we’re beyond grateful for every patient and neighbor who made it possible. Thank you for letting Bard Optical be part of your family’s eye care story!

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8309 N Knoxville Avenue
Peoria, IL
61615

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+18004994747

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Diana Hall, owner of Bard Optical bought the business from Arthur Bard in 1981. Ms. Hall has grown the business from a one-office location to serving Central and Southern Illinois with 21 offices.

Bard Optical’s mission is to help our patients preserve and improve the health of their eyes. Our company motto is “Vision for Life” because our offices are family vision centers designed to provide crucial evaluations and treatments of eye health issues for patients ranging in age from 2 to 102. Selling glasses and contact lenses is secondary to developing a lifelong relationship with our patients as their eye doctors. Whether it is a child’s first eye health examination or a senior citizen who is coming back to us following cataract surgery, all of our patients are given individual attention to ensure we are able to educate them and assist them in managing the health of their eyes.

Bard Optical’s Optometrists are highly skilled doctors who diagnose diseases, remove foreign bodies, prescribe medication, fit contact lenses and evaluate the vision correction needed for each patient. Unlike doctors who work for national chains or box stores, our Optometrists have access to extended medical testing equipment to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases. We co-manage surgical patients with outside medical doctors to provide our patients with a continuity of care.

Our staff is uniquely trained to help guide patients through important pre-testing, to assist our Optometrists in the exam lane and to dispense products, including designer eyewear and a wide variety of contact lenses.