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...

Live @ The Plaza
Green Street Plaza • Jul 10 @ 5PM
Visit the Plaza to enjoy live music, good food and immerse in the community!
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Galena Brew Fest
Chestnut Mountain Resort • Jul 26 @ 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 08 – Aug 09 @ 9:30AM
Main Street Boutiques are clearing out their inventory, and you're the lucky winner!
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Galena
Immerse yourself into mix of history and mystery!
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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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Dowling House
Galena
Galena's oldest house, Dowling House, was built in 1826 by John Dowling.
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