Old River School Historic District

Includes original Freeport and the city’s first street, Monterey. In later years, the area was known as the “Gold Coast”. Numerous old and architecturally significant structures are in the district, including Freeport’s oldest house building.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Free
Hours
24-hr. access
Address
Bounded by the Pecatonica River, Brick Ave., Galena Ave., and Clark St.
Phone
800-369-2955
Email
[email protected]
Website
www.stephenson-county-il.org
Map
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Wheelchair Accessible Facility

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Freeport Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Ferguson Fine Arts Theatre

Located on the campus of Highland Community College, Ferguson Fine Arts Theatre features a variety…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Freeport Arts Center

Explore six permanent galleries: European (19th Century paintings, sculpture, and one of the world's finest…

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