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Seminary Street is one of the midwest's success stories in downtown restoration and revitalization. The National Trust's Main Street Program began as a demonstration project in Galesburg. Restored buildings now thrive with restaurants and specialty shops.

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Carl Sandburg State Historic Site

Galesburg is the birth place and burial site of the internationally known writer, Carl Sandburg. The Visitor Center contains a museum, a museum shop, a small theater where several informative videos about Carl Sandburg are shown and a renovated "barn"

Galesburg, IL Historic Homes

Central Congregational Church

The Central Congregational Church, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was erected in 1898

Galesburg, IL Historic Churches

The Orpheum Theatre

The restored vaudeville Orpheum Theatre, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is a monument to the spirit of Galesburg and Knox County - a love of history, the arts and community. Described as "a veritable house of enchantment" when it opened its doors on August 19, 1916

Galesburg, IL Historic Theatres


Seminary Street Historic District

Seminary Street is one of the midwest's success stories in downtown restoration and revitalization. The National Trust'

Galesburg, IL Historic Districts

Things to do near Galesburg, IL

The Jesus Tree

The life size image of Jesus Christ holding a lamb in his arms has brought visitors from all over the world. This 150 year ol...

Detweiller Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

The Peoria Art Guild

At the Peoria Art Guild you will find art exhibits, orginal artwork for purchase or rent, art classes and other special event...

Old Orchard Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...