Things to Do in Elizabeth

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  • Jack S
    Aurora, IL4 contributions
    The staff is super friendly and helpful. The wine is enjoyable. Our favorites are the white sangria and the massbach stomp red!
    Written September 10, 2023
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  • NJ2492
    Medford671 contributions
    This has to be the absolute largest antique store I have ever been or or seen before. It’s many many ramps and stairways that leads to more rooms of antiques and finds. The old school is all still intact where you actually shop and walk on the old stage with the curtains still up and everything! I found a vintage jack o lantern card board cut out and my partner found old music sheets. It’s definitely a place that you could spend a few days to really explore the entire place and take it all in. It’s just up the road from
    Galena
    Written August 15, 2023
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  • Renee G
    solon9 contributions
    Nice little place. They have a great bock. Fun place to sit and relax. If you are doing the northern Illinois ale trail make sure you stop for a beer.
    Written March 11, 2023
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  • Kathleen
    Joplin, MO568 contributions
    If you are in Elizabeth, take the time to visit this small fort. It's a quick, but interesting, walk through. Be sure to read the history of the Black Hawk War to understand what this fort is about and why it was built. It's a complicated history and one that needs to be understood from both sides.
    Written June 3, 2023
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  • Rachel G
    Oronoco, MN14 contributions
    It’s amazing how much detail and information was put in this little space. I learned a lot about local train history and was impressed by the passion of the folks who put it all together
    Written May 28, 2023
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  • Expedition289186
    26 contributions
    My family was lucky enough to stay at the Dittmar Farm and Orchard’s Tree House during our visit to lovely JoDaviess County. This charming tree house is nestled amongst the most beautiful 150+ foot evergreens and aside a bustling creek with a hiking path nearby. The home is adorable and the perfect place for a family retreat. Our kids (1,3 & 5 yrs old) enjoyed playing up in the loft, accessible by a “tree house ladder”. The wood work and finishes in the house are thoughtfully done and the beds comfortable. The back deck overlooks the creek and a field with a fire pit (perfect for s’mores!) and the side deck in the trees; both relaxing places to enjoy playing a game, bird watching, and any other peaceful activity. We’d recommend this to any group for a tranquil getaway. We look forward to to coming again for a fall and winter visit. Thank you Mike and family for allowing us to visit your charming tree house!
    Written July 31, 2021
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  • Matt E
    1 contribution
    We visit here a few times every year for strawberries and apples. There’s no greater peace of mind than supporting local businesses and knowing where your food comes from, not to mention the customer service here is always on point. We love this place and will continue to visit for years to come.
    Written September 7, 2023
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  • Rockhellee
    6 contributions
    Nice little eclectic shop downtown. Owner(?) was very friendly and kind. Nice antiques and vintage/repurposed items. Unfortunately, we didn't find anything we needed. The prices seemed a bit steep for a lot of items, but that seems to be what you get in a small store like this. We will probably stop again if we visit the area again. It was definitely worth a look and the time to see what was inside.
    Written August 8, 2021
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  • Kurtsworld
    Chicago, IL4 contributions
    Fun gallery with quality art and small woodwork. We bought a beautiful watercolor. Across the street is a pottery store and antique store worth stopping in too.
    Written August 29, 2020
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  • Taylor B
    Chicago, IL8,745 contributions
    A visit to Galena, Illinois, and the surrounding area requires at least three days. If you want to see it all and enjoy what you're seeing. There are historic sites and boutiques and restaurants. Most of all, there is an abundance of art galleries and specialty shops that produce all manner of pottery and sculpture. My wife and I love to browse through one shop after another. You never know what you'll find. But when you find it, you'll know it. Take Eshelman Pottery, for example. Located at 238 North Main Street in Elizabeth, on U.S. Highway 20, about 15 miles east of Galena. Open from 9 to 5 Monday through Thursday and 9 to noon on Friday, it is the pride and joy of Paul and Laurel Eshelman, who have been living and making contemporary functional pottery since 1988. They produce quality products in made to order fashion...clay vessels, bowls, double espresso cups, platters, trays, vases, bottles, tumblers, teapots, dinnerware and cream and sugar containers for eating, drinking, serving, pouring and arranging. In beautiful colors with all manner of glaze. You get what you ask for.
    Written August 8, 2022
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  • Melody G
    Omaha, NE19 contributions
    Bottom floor of old Victorian House. Can get through rather quickly or spend time blowing the dust out of the corners to see what you find. Older lady has been here for years and family live upstairs.
    Written November 11, 2020
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  • Lori
    Galena, IL8 contributions
    This quaint country store offers many fair trade items that are beautifully handcrafted. If you love cotton fabrics, you will find many one-of-a-kind patterns and colors of kitchen towels and dinner napkins. They wash extremely well. I've been buying them for years and give them as gifts.

    Donna, the owner is super welcoming and pleasant. She will make your experience there one to remember.
    Written July 18, 2023
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  • Bonnie M
    Carterville, IL194 contributions
    We had the Italian beef and a hamburger. Both were very good. The people were very friendly. The cook actually came out and talked to us for a while. Would go back
    Written October 5, 2015
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  • Bill_7654321
    Schaumburg, IL2 contributions
    Good bar food, pizza and mixed drinks. It was friendly atmosphere. The service was friendly and it was affordable.
    Written October 10, 2017
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