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All About A Ghost Tour

230 S. Main St., Galena, IL 61036

Historic Sites

Immerse yourself into mix of history and mystery!

Galena Historic Main Street Walking tour with researched, authentic stories about Galena's ghostly past & present, guided by one of Galena's foremost historians.

Tour starts at the DeSoto House Hotel, on Friday & Saturday at 8:00 PM.

Location: DeSoto House Hotel, corner of Main St. and Green St. Cost: $15.00 for adults, kids through high school age are free.

What's happening nearby...

Galena Country Fair

Grant Park •  Oct 11 – Oct 12 @ 10AM

One of Galena's most popular events featuring more than 100 vendors selling a variety of high-quality, original handmade arts, crafts and fine arts!

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Twenty Dirty Hands Self-Guided Pottery Tour

Multiple Locations •  Oct 17 – Oct 19 @ 10AM

Join in the 24th edition of the Tri-State region’s only self-guided pottery tour, October 17 - 29, 2025.

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Other Side of the Anvil

Lawn adjacent to the Stillman Mansion •  Oct 18 – Oct 19 @ 10AM

Two-day blacksmithing event that features forging and historic demonstrations, like broom tying. This is a unique opportunity to work hands-on with a coal forge and gain…

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