Galena/Jo Daviess County Historical Society
211 S. Beach St., Galena, IL 61036
Historic Sites
Founded in 1938 and the home to the Galena & U.S. Grant Museum.
A qualified museum guide will board your group's motorcoach and take you through Galena, with stops that can include the Galena/Jo Daviess History Museum, Ulysses S. Grant Home and Old Market House.
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Freedom Reins PRCA Rodeo
The Shenandoah Riding Center • Jul 05 – Jul 06 @ 4PM
Since 1975, the Shenandoah Riding Center has provided a pro rodeo in conjunction with Independence Day celebrations. The Freedom Reins Pro Rodeo hosts two nights of…
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Live @ The Plaza
Green Street Plaza • Jul 11 @ 5PM
Visit the Plaza to enjoy live music, food trucks, and community!
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Galena Brew Fest
Chestnut Mountain Resort • Jul 20 @ 1PM
Join the Annual Galena Brew Fest at the beautiful Chestnut Mountain Resort, where you can sample a wide variety of craft beers while enjoying stunning views…
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Ulysses S. Grant Home State Historic Site
Galena
This Italianate home was presented to U.S. Grant in 1865.
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The Old Blacksmith Shop
Galena
Enjoy watching the sparks fly at the Old Blacksmith Shop!
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Elihu B. Washburne House State Historic Site
Galena
The house is a state historic site managed by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency and tours are given by the International Order of the Questers.
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