Elizabeth is located on Highway 20 just 15 minutes east of Galena Il. in beautiful Jo Daviess County, IL. When planning a trip to our neck-of-the-woods, be sure to stay at least an afternoon to wander through the country streets of Elizabeth. 
Experience the history of this reconstructed fort. The Apple River Fort was the site of an important battle during the Black Hawk War. It was the only fort attacked by Black Hawk during the turbulent summer of 1832. On June 24, 1832, the settlers at the fort turned back an attack by some 200
Elizabeth, IL FortsMeander through perennial nursery and 15 acres of display gardens. 800 hosta varieties, 2500 perennial, grass, tree and shrub varieties.
Elizabeth, IL GardensLocation includes picnic tables, shelters, restrooms. Climb the lookout tower for a spectacular view of Jo Daviess County'
Elizabeth, IL Scenic ViewsA unique experience in the old homestead way of life. Rich in tradition and still farm our hayfield using Belgian draft horse...
Home of the Franklin Grove Area Historical Society, Chaplin Creek is an evolving prairie community set in the 1835-1895 perio...