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Andover Historical Museum & Grounds
The home of August Rehnstrom was built in 1861 by Eric Berglof and became a temporary haven for Swedish immigrants in the 1860’s. On the lawn is a bell from the first two-story school, millstones from the historic Edwards River Mill, and the first post office in Henry County, Illinois in May of 1837.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- Admission
- Donations appreciated
- Hours
- Open daily to public by chance or appointment
- Address
- Locust St.
- Phone
- 309-476-8228
- Map
- Get Directions →
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