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illinois/driftless-area/landmark/badger-mine-museum

Badger Mine & Museum

Explore a hand-dug 1827 lead mine and discover Wisconsin's mining history at the Badger Mine & Museum in Shullsburg.

Badger Park, 279 W Estey St, Shullsburg, WI 53586
4.7 Excellent 69 reviews
wisconsin/southwest-wisconsin/landmark/wisconsin-state-historical-marker-150-father-samuel-mazzuchelli

Wisconsin State Historical Marker 150: Father Samuel Mazzuchelli

Explore the historical significance of Father Samuel Mazzuchelli at Wisconsin State Historical Marker 150 in scenic Cuba City, Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Trunk Hwy 11, Cuba City, WI 53807
5 Excellent 4 reviews
illinois/driftless-area/landmark/hawk-valley-retreat-cottages

Hawk Valley Retreat & Cottages

Escape to Hawk Valley Retreat & Cottages in Galena, IL, for a tranquil getaway surrounded by nature's beauty and historic charm.

2752 W Cording Rd, Galena, IL 61036
5 Excellent 250 reviews
wisconsin/southwest-wisconsin/landmark/presidential-courtyard

Presidential Courtyard

Discover the serene beauty and historical significance of Presidential Courtyard, a charming park in Cuba City, Wisconsin, perfect for cultural immersion.

Cuba City, WI 53807
3.5 Good 2 reviews
wisconsin/southwest-wisconsin/landmark/hazel-green-town-hall

Hazel Green Town Hall

Discover the charm of Hazel Green Town Hall, a historical landmark that showcases Wisconsin's rich heritage and community spirit.

2130 N Main St, Hazel Green, WI 53811
5 Excellent 3 reviews
wisconsin/great-river-road/landmark/historical-marker-172-the-point-of-beginning

Historical Marker 172: The Point of Beginning

Explore the rich history of The Point of Beginning, a historical landmark in Hazel Green, Wisconsin, marking the start of America's Public Land Survey System.

148 WI-80 Trunk, Hazel Green, WI 53811
4.6 Excellent 11 reviews
illinois/illinois-river-valley/landmark/millville-town-historic-site

Millville Town Historic Site

Discover the quiet history and natural beauty of Millville Town Historic Site in Apple River, Illinois.

8663 E Canyon Rd, Apple River, IL 61001
illinois/rock-river-valley/landmark/apple-river-canyon-state-park

Apple River Canyon State Park

Explore the rugged beauty of Illinois' Driftless Area at Apple River Canyon State Park: hiking, fishing, camping, and scenic views await.

8763 E Canyon Rd, Apple River, IL 61001
4.6 Excellent 576 reviews
illinois/galena-territory/landmark/stony-point-lookout-members-only

Stony Point Lookout (Members Only)

Discover panoramic views and tranquil beauty at Stony Point Lookout in Galena Territory, a members-only scenic escape.

Galena, IL 61036
4.9 Excellent 22 reviews
illinois/galena-territory/landmark/thunder-bay-falls-private

Thunder Bay Falls (PRIVATE)

Discover a serene 40-foot waterfall near Galena, Illinois. An easily accessible natural escape perfect for a quick visit or peaceful retreat.

233 Thunder Bay Rd, Galena, IL 61036
4.6 Excellent 633 reviews
illinois/galena-historic-district/landmark/buehler-preserve

Buehler Preserve

Escape to nature in Buehler Preserve, a tranquil haven just steps from downtown Galena, offering hiking, biking, and scenic river views.

102 Jefferson St, Galena, IL 61036
4.5 Excellent 13 reviews
illinois/galena-historic-district/landmark/horseshoe-mound-preserve

Horseshoe Mound Preserve

Discover panoramic tri-state views and explore historical trails at Galena's Horseshoe Mound Preserve, a natural escape for all skill levels.

1679 N Blackjack Rd, Galena, IL 61036
4.7 Excellent 330 reviews
illinois/galena-historic-district/landmark/old-blacksmith-shop

Old Blacksmith Shop

Experience the artistry of a bygone era at Galena's Old Blacksmith Shop, a living history museum since 1897.

245 N Commerce St, Galena, IL 61036
4.9 Excellent 43 reviews
illinois/galena-historic-district/landmark/dowling-house

Dowling House

Explore Galena's oldest house, a limestone gem built in 1826, offering a glimpse into the city's lead mining past and frontier life.

220 Diagonal St, Galena, IL 61036
4.5 Excellent 108 reviews
illinois/river-bend/landmark/river-bend-gallery

River Bend Gallery

Discover the artistic charm of River Bend Gallery in Galena, Illinois, where local talent shines through stunning artworks and a warm atmosphere.

112 N Main St, Galena, IL 61036
4.8 Excellent 53 reviews
illinois/galena-historic-district/landmark/old-market-house-state-historic-site

Old Market House State Historic Site

Explore Galena's vibrant past at the Old Market House State Historic Site, a landmark showcasing local history and Ulysses S. Grant's legacy.

123 N Commerce St, Galena, IL 61036
4.4 Very Good 7 reviews
illinois/galena-territory/landmark/civil-war-monument

Civil War Monument

Honor the brave at Galena's Civil War Monument, a serene landmark of American history and sacrifice.

515 Park Ave, Galena, IL 61036
4.8 Excellent 12 reviews
illinois/galena-territory/landmark/amelia-s-galena-ghost-tours-inc

Amelia's Galena Ghost Tours, INC

Explore Galena's haunted history with chilling tales and documented ghost stories on immersive tours led by local storytellers.

129 S Main St, Galena, IL 61036
3.1 Average 208 reviews
illinois/galena-territory/landmark/long-hollow-canopy-tours

Long Hollow Canopy Tours

Experience high-flying thrills on ziplines and aerial adventures in the scenic hills of Galena, Illinois. Open seasonally, May-October.

3247 W Longhollow Rd, Galena, IL 61036
4.9 Excellent 157 reviews
illinois/galena-historic-district/landmark/galena-jo-daviess-county-historical-society

Galena - Jo Daviess County Historical Society

Explore Galena's vibrant past at the Jo Daviess County Historical Society: mining, steamboats, and U.S. Grant await!

211 S Bench St, Galena, IL 61036
4.7 Excellent 173 reviews
illinois/galena-historic-district/landmark/galena-u-s-grant-history-museum

Galena - U.S. Grant History Museum

Discover Galena's vibrant history and the legacy of Ulysses S. Grant in an elegant 19th-century mansion museum.

211 S Bench St, Galena, IL 61036
4.7 Excellent 85 reviews
illinois/galena-historic-district/landmark/grant-park

Grant Park

Discover Galena's charm at Grant Park: history, recreation, and riverfront views await in this scenic downtown escape.

625 Park Ave, Galena, IL 61036
4.7 Excellent 718 reviews
illinois/galena-historic-district/landmark/u-s-grant-home-state-historic-site

U.S. Grant Home State Historic Site

Step back in time at Ulysses S. Grant's beautifully preserved Galena home, offering a glimpse into the life of the Civil War hero and president.

500 Bouthillier St, Galena, IL 61036
4.7 Excellent 1,275 reviews
illinois/galena-historic-district/landmark/a-darkness-lovely-retail-store-of-the-haunted-galena-tour-company

A Darkness Lovely, Retail Store of The Haunted Galena Tour Company

Explore Galena's ghostly side: unique souvenirs, eerie books, and haunted tour tickets await at A Darkness Lovely.

304 S Main St, Galena, IL 61036
4.9 Excellent 28 reviews
illinois/galena-historic-district/landmark/the-haunted-galena-tour-company

The Haunted Galena Tour Company

Experience Galena's dark history and ghostly legends with captivating storytelling and costumed guides on a chilling walking tour through haunted sites.

304 S Main St, Galena, IL 61036
4.8 Excellent 164 reviews
illinois/galena-territory/landmark/historic-marker-early-galena-il

Historic Marker - Early Galena, IL

Commemorating Galena, Illinois's early settlement and transformation into a 19th-century mining and river port hub. A tribute to the pioneers.

Galena, IL 61036
4.8 Excellent 11 reviews
illinois/galena-territory/landmark/all-about-a-ghost-tour

All About A Ghost Tour

Explore Galena's ghostly side: Authentic historic walking tours unveil the city's eerie past and lingering paranormal mysteries.

227 S Dodge St, Galena, IL 61036
4.6 Excellent 9 reviews
illinois/galena-historic-district/landmark/washburne-house-state-historic-site

Washburne House State Historic Site

Explore the meticulously restored Galena home of Elihu Washburne, advisor to Lincoln and Grant, and experience 19th-century life.

908 3rd St, Galena, IL 61036
4.7 Excellent 23 reviews

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