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River Bend Gallery

300 S. Main Street, Galena, IL 61036

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Professional artist Geoffrey Mikol creates stunning photographs that shed new light on the natural surroundings of Galena.

Professional artist Geoffrey Mikol owns River Bend Gallery with his family and has garnered numerous awards for his work, developing a following of collectors and enthusiasts. As a person born with Down Syndrome, Geoffrey uses his skillful eye as a photographer to express himself in new ways, capturing beautiful scenes of nature with technical precision. With a warm and inviting atmosphere, guests can view and purchase his photography displayed on mediums such as framed prints, metal, barn wood and slate. Often times, Geoffrey is available for guests to meet the artist himself.

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18th Annual Galena Oktoberfest

Depot Park •  Oct 04 @ 11AM

Family Fun, Live Polka Music, Wiener Dog Racing, plus German-style Food and Beer, headline this year's popular Galena event!

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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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