Explore Jo Daviess County
Ulysses S. Grant Home State Historic Site
The Ulysses S. Grant Home in Galena, Illinois is the former home of Ulysses S. Grant, the Civil War General and later 18
Galena, IL Famous HomesGalena/Jo Daviess County History Museum
Housed in the 1858 Daniel A. Barrows mansion where much of the home's original detail still exists, the museum exhibits include Civil War, mining, steamboating, clothing, geology, dolls, toys. Original 1830
Galena, IL MuseumsGalena Birding
Birding trips to the banks of the Mississippi, mature woodlands or open meadows last approximately 2 1/2
Galena, IL BirdwatchingOld Stockade on the Cobblestone Street
See and hear of Galena's earliest Indian trader and how his building served Galena since the mid-1820
Galena, IL Historic BuildingsThe Belvedere
The Belvedere is an Italianate 1857 mansion built for J. Russell Jones, Ambassador to Belgium, with Victorian furnishings, Liberace's estate items, and "Gone With the Wind"
Galena, IL MuseumsAll About A Ghost Tour
Fascinating walking tour with stories about Galena's ghostly past. Stories are thoroughly researched and documented.
Galena, IL Ghost ToursThe Dowling House
The Dowling House is Illinois' oldest stone structure--Galena's oldest home, built in 1826 as a trading post/residence. Furnished with primitives and Galena Pottery. 30-minute tours. Brill'
Galena, IL Historic HomesThe Old Market State Historic Site
The Old Market House, constructed in 1845-1846, was a center of Galena's community life during Galena's "Golden Era." The greek revival house sheltered vendors and shoppers, who gathered in the heart of the river city's business district until 1910
Galena, IL Historic SitesLittle White Church on the Hill
Restored in 1984, this country church has stained glass, original pews, pine flooring, authentic lighting, and period restroom. Outdoors the chapel includes a cobblestone walk and wedding dove benches. Customized packages. Reservation required;
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