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Old Market House State Historic Site

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81 Reviews

#13 of 28 things to do in Galena

Sights & Landmarks, Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites

123 N Commerce St, Galena, IL 61036-2209

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“Great history and local information”

We visit this spot every year when we come to Galena. Not only is it a history museum with all... read more

Reviewed September 22, 2018

MotherOfTwoSons

South Holland, IL

“It's all about Grant”

You can easily spend an hour just beginning to see all the different Ulysses S Grant history here... read more

Reviewed September 17, 2018

721Douglas

Cresco

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Vendors peddled their wares at this Greek Revival Market House in the 19th century, which now hosts changing exhibits, meetings and special events.

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123 N Commerce St, Galena, IL 61036-2209

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+1 815-777-3310

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MotherOfTwoSons

South Holland, IL

4842

Reviewed September 22, 2018

Great history and local information

We visit this spot every year when we come to Galena. Not only is it a history museum with all kinds of displays (mostly about General Grant and his family), but it also has tons of tourist information for the area. It's the first place...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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721Douglas

Cresco

Reviewed September 17, 2018

It's all about Grant

You can easily spend an hour just beginning to see all the different Ulysses S Grant history here. For history buffs for certain.

Date of experience: August 2018

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Taylor B

Chicago, Illinois

47983354

Reviewed August 20, 2018

The Old Market House dates to 1845

No matter where you go in Galena, Illinois, you walk into history. Start at the Old Mark House State Historic Site at 123 North Commerce Street, on the block between Main Street and the Galena River. The Old Market House was erected in 1845-1846 and...More

Date of experience: August 2018

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Al H

Muscatine

14035

Reviewed July 27, 2018

Great collection of US Grant Artifacts

They have a great collection of General Grant artifacts and memorabilia. Also, it houses the welcome center for Galena with information on all of the attractions.

Date of experience: July 2018

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JCgolf9

Ottawa, Illinois

563

Reviewed June 14, 2018

Resourceful and informative

There's a great deal of history packed into this space along with a very helpful staff. Enjoy viewing some authentic pieces of history and find brochures for all sorts of area activities and attractions. AND, the building and location have a pretty neat history too!

Date of experience: June 2018

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cdhcch

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

45876

Reviewed February 18, 2018

good starting point

Clean bathroom. The display was interesting for Civil War and local history buffs. Good information place for things to see in the area.

Date of experience: October 2017

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Michegirl7

Dixon, Illinois

308

Reviewed October 18, 2017

Interesting and helpful!

This is a fun stop while in Galena. The museum houses many interesting things from the area and it is also a place to purchase tickets for various events in town. Our family took the walking tour with Ulysses Grant. Fun time!

Date of experience: June 2017

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rockyjoe

Minneapolis, Minnesota

1203757

Reviewed October 9, 2017

OK for a quick visit

The Old Market House Historical Site was built in 1846 and was a central part of the community in the early days of Galena. This house is open every day from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM and there is no cost to enter (but they...More

Date of experience: August 2017

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Martin K

Granite Bay

9058

Reviewed September 9, 2017

Start here

Start here when visiting Galena. Lots of information brochures about the area. The best part is the staff at the information center. They take the time to listen to you to discover your interests and make recommendations based on them.

Date of experience: September 2017

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Taylor B

Chicago, Illinois

47983354

Reviewed August 21, 2017

The place to start your tour of Galena

The Old Market House at 123 North Commerce Street, a block off Main Street in the heart of downtown Galena, has been converted into the Galena Welcome Center and is the place for visitors to start their tour of the historic town. Built in 1845,...More

Date of experience: August 2017

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