Galena / Jo Daviess County Historical Society & Museum

  • 211 S Bench St Galena, IL
  • (815) 777-9129

Attraction Info

History Museums

A brick mansion built in 1858 is home to the Galena-Jo Daviess County Historical Society containing over 6,000 square feet of exhibit space. Enjoy the original oil painting depicting Lee's surrender to Grant, Civil War weaponry, and lead mining exhibit.

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  • Our team of researchers has confirmed that this attraction is kid-friendly, free/cheap and indoors
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