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John Wood Mansion, Log Cabin & Parsonage

425 South 12th Street, Quincy, IL 62301

Historic Sites

Go back in time and experience a treasured piece of Quincy history.

The John Wood Mansion is the restored home of Quincy's founder and the 12th governor of Illinois. The 1835 Pioneer Log Cabin is preserved authentically, and the Parsonage displays items depicting the history of Adams County.

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Woodland Cemetery Tours

Woodland Cemetery •  Oct 11 – Oct 31 @ 5:30PM

Experience Quincy in the spookiest way during the Woodland Cemetery Ghost Tours! Interpreters will bring historical figures back to life as they regale you with famous…

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Early Tin Dusters Car Show

Downtown Quincy •  Oct 17 – Oct 19

Sights and sounds abound in downtown Quincy as Tin Dusters line the streets. Bring the whole family out and enjoy classic cars and food vendors…

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Quincy Preserves Fall Homes Tour

Lorenzo Bull House •  Oct 18

The Quincy Preserves annual Home Tours are a rare opportunity to visit wonderful homes in the area.

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