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.
What's happening nearby...
Galena Independence Day Celebration
Green Street Plaza • Jul 04 @ 2PM
Celebrate America's birthday in style in Downtown Galena!
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Galena Brew Fest
Chestnut Mountain Resort • Aug 01 @ 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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Galena Main Street Sidewalk Sale
Main Street Galena, IL • Aug 07 – Aug 09 @ 9:30AM
Main Street Boutiques are clearing out their inventory, and you're the lucky winner!
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