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Prophetstown Historical Museum
Prophetstown is named for the Indian prophet Wa-bo-kie-shiek (White Cloud), the advisor to Black Hawk during the 1832 Blackhawk War. The museum is full of historic memorabilia, especially the Eclipse Lawn Mower manufactured in Prophetstown.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- Hours
- During Prophetstown events and F: 4pm-6pm Sa: 10am-noon
- Address
- 320 Washington St.
- Phone
- 815-537-2818
- Map
- Get Directions →
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