2013 Travel Guide
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Caterpillar Visitors Center
Opened in October 2012, this brand new visitors center celebrates the long history of the Caterpillar company. Visitors can explore the past by taking a journey back in time via historic photos and antique equipment. Visitor favorites include a 24-foot tall 797 mining truck that doubles as a movie theater and a product floor complete with simulators to explore its world-famous product line.
CITY: Galesburg
Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive
The Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive Associates invite you to come to Fulton County, Illinois and enjoy the natural wonders of the Spoon River Valley. Spoon River has carved a wide scenic valley through Fulton County as it flows from London Mills to the south and east where it joins the Illinois River near the southeastern corner of the county. The Spoon River became nationally known from the work of Edgar Lee Masters, author of the noted Spoon River Anthology. Come on out the first two full weekends in October. There are over one hundred miles of scenic routes on the Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive to be enjoyed on this driving tour with beautiful fall colors. There will be food, arts, crafts, entertainment and flea market. Visit 17 villages and historic sites!
CITY: Canton
Argyle Lake State Park
Find serenity at this beautiful 1700-acre wooded park situated along an old stagecoach route between Galena and Beardstown. Featuring 95-acre Argyle Lake, the park is home to countless beaver dams and more than 200 bird species and 5 miles of hiking and biking trails.
CITY: Colchester
The Nature Conservancy Emiquon Preserve
The Emiquon Preserve, also known as the “Jewel of the Illinois River,” is aptly named for its abundance of wetlands and wildlife. The sheer biological diversity made it the natural place for Native Americans to settle long ago. In recent years, the land has undergone a restoration returning its natural beauty for all to enjoy once again.
CITY: Lewistown
Historic Barn Tours
Four different self-guided driving tours pass 30 historic country barns, ranging in style from double valley, cross gable and gambrel, to stick and round.
CITY: Macomb
Brown's Oakridge Zoo
Browns Oakridge Zoo is a family owned and operated zoo established in 1990. Beginning with a single pot bellied pig and a few whitetail deer, the number of species housed at the zoo has grown to include five Siberian tigers, several black bears, two lions, and many more exotic and domestic animals. Over the years we have taken in many abandoned animals. A total of 152 lion and tiger cubs, abandoned in captivity have been reared here. Most of our animals have been raised in the house, and have had a lot of human contact. You won’t just get to see the animals here, but you will be able to have hands on contact. Imagine being able to hold a lion, tiger, or bear cub. It brings out the kid in all of us.
CITY: Smithfield
Old Main at Knox College
This historical tour of Old Main and the Knox College campus includes stories about the Lincoln-Douglas debate held at Old Main, the sole remaining original site of the famed political debates.
CITY: Galesburg
Galesburg Railroad Museum
Museum celebrating the shared histories of Galesburg and the railroad. Tour a real steam locomotive. See the authentic railroad memorabilia. Great for kids and rail fans! Right next door to the Amtrak Depot.
CITY: Galesburg
Lakeview Nature Center
Borders Spring Lake Park and is habitat for deer, turkey, fox, geese, beaver and coyotes. Trails and educational programs offered.
CITY: Macomb
Banner Marsh State Fish and Wildlife Area
Fishing, boating, picnicking in the out-of-doors.
CITY: Canton
Spring Lake Park
Offers a wide variety of recreational activities. Fishing, boating, camping & hiking.
CITY: Macomb
Chez Willy's
Enjoy big city dining in a small town atmosphere. The unique American cuisine, and premium wine selections are a treat for anyone visiting Galesburg and especially for our regular customers.
CITY: Galesburg
Wyatt Earp Birthplace Home
Deputy U.S. Marshal Wyatt Earp, an American hero who helped tame the Wild West, was born in Monmouth in 1848. Visit his birthplace and see historical documents and artifacts that tell the story of this great American hero. Tours by appointment only.
CITY: Monmouth
No Place Like Home
Country home furnishings. Candles, cooking ingredients, pictures. Enjoy our coffee of the day while you shop.
CITY: Macomb
Horn Field Campus
Rustic setting available for retreats, picnics, camps, nature studies or a team course.
CITY: Macomb
Broadview Inn and Suites - Galesburg
7-story building with 1 bed king rooms and 2 bed queen rooms, lighted parking lot, indoor pool & hot tub, onsite restaurant & lounge.
CITY: Galesburg
Carl Sandburg State Historic Site
Author-poet Carl Sandburg was born in the the three-room cottage at 331 E. Third Street in Galesburg on January 6, 1878. The modest house relfects the typcial living conditions of a late-nineteenth-century working-class family and features many furnishings that once belonged to the Sandburg family. Behind the home stands a small wooded park which features the Quotation Walk, a celebration of the Prairie Poet's work and words. It is in this tranquil setting that the ashes of Carl Sandburg and his wife Lilian were liad to rest beneath Remberance Rock.
CITY: Galesburg
Discovery Depot Children's Museum
Discovery Depot Children's Museum is a non-profit institution providing fun and educational programs for children and families. Interactive exhibits, programs, and collections will stimulate curiosity, promote discovery and encourage learning. Creative playground facilities outside for children too. Through these resources, visitors will gain a better understanding of our world.
CITY: Galesburg
Macomb Park District
12 parks that offer diverse activities. Fishing, picnics, baseball diamonds, volleyball courts, hiking trails and playgrounds.
CITY: Macomb
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Black Earth Film Festival
The Black Earth Film Festival seeks to enrich the quality and type of the visual arts available to the people of Galesburg, Knox County and Western Illinois with a film festival that brings the finest in independent films of all varieties to our community at large. This 3 day event is open to people of all ages and highlights between 15 and 18 different films.
CITY: Galesburg
Western Illinois University Agricultural Department
Explore the Allison Research and Demonstration area, which has historically been farmed without the use of pesticides and limited amounts of commercial fertilizer. The university also has a bull and ram test station.
CITY: Macomb
Henderson County Museum
This museum preserves Henderson County's rural American heritage, with the primary focus of the exhibits on the first half of the 20th century.
CITY: Raritan
The Barn
Spend the night in a true timber frame post and beam barn set in 200 acres of wooded quiet.
CITY: Dahinda
Central Congregational Church
This historic Romanesque-style church was erected in 1898.
CITY: Galesburg
McDonough County Courthouse
This historical courthouse, built in 1872 for $155,000 and still in use today, features its original stone, brick and walnut detail.
CITY: Macomb
Harry Mussatto Golf Course
This scenic 18-hole course has a driving range, putting green and golf cart rentals.
CITY: Macomb
Blandin House Museum
This two-story brick home, owned by town founder Joseph Blandin, is said to have been visited by Abraham Lincoln during his 1858 campaign against Stephen Douglas. The museum features artifacts from Blandinsville's rich history.
CITY: Blandinsville
Those Were the Days - Knox College
In this 1940s romantic comedy a middle-aged couple looks back on their college days and courtship. The movie was filmed at Knox College in Galesburg, the alma mater of writer George Fitch (a Saturday Evening Post staffer), whose novel inspired the film. The “Old Main” building at Knox College is the only remaining original site of the 1858 Lincoln-Douglas senatorial debates.
CITY: Galesburg
Walnut Grove Guest House
The Walnut Grove Farm Guest House is a bed and breakfast and is a turn-of-the-century bungalow that is comfy, eclectic and artsy. It can be yours for a focused work retreat, a romantic get a way, or a family adventure in the heartland. Historic Walnut Grove Farm was homesteaded in 1835 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1989.
CITY: Knoxville
Dickson Mounds Museum
The premier on-site archaeological museum, located 45 miles southwest of Peoria, interprets the 12,000 year history of American Indian cultures in Illinois through artifacts, interpretive exhibits, major multi-image productions, hands-on activities and a variety of public events in a rural setting.
CITY: Lewistown
Rice Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
Rice Lake is a waterfowler's dream. Its high quality habitat attracts thousands of migrating birds annually. In addition, areas are also available for fishing, boating, camping, and wildlife observation.
CITY: Canton
Illinois Citizen Soldier Museum
See military memorabilia from the War of 1812 through Desert Storm.
CITY: Galesburg
Galesburg Civic Art Center
This non-profit art gallery presents rotating exhibits from local and national artists. Each year the center hosts GALEX, one of the longest running national competitions and exhibitions in the country.
CITY: Galesburg
Sirloin Stockade
We are a steak house with a very extensive buffet with a lot of selections. No delivery service. Take-out available.
CITY: Galesburg
The Packinghouse Dining Company
Housed in a turn-of-the-century packing plant, famous for prime rib, great steaks & Seafood, fabulous salad bar, fresh baked goods and renowned cinnamon rolls.
CITY: Galesburg
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Cruise Night in Maple City
Cruise Night in the Maple City is put on by the Maple City Street Machines Club and is the biggest car show in the Midwest. There are approximately 2000 cars in the show. The show begins at 6 p.m. but the cars are rolling in all day long. Along with the Cruise Night you will enjoy music, entertainment, food vendors and more.
CITY: Monmouth
Elijah Iles House: Springfield's History Museum
Experience the historic Greek Revial-style house once owned by a founder of Springfield: Elijah Iles. It houses a permanent exhibit, Springfield as Urban Frontier 1818-1836.
CITY: Smithfield
Fulton County Camping & Recreation Area
Enjoy camping, hiking, fishing and other outdoor recreational activities.
CITY: St. David
Seacord House
1800's Victorian furnished with family antiques, family recipe waffles and muffins made fresh each day.
CITY: Galesburg
Prairie Inn
Galesburg's only 3-diamond full service hotel on 10.7 acres, indoor swimming pool and whirlpool, meeting rooms, state of the art fitness center.
CITY: Galesburg
Comfort Inn - Galesburg
Completely renovated - offers data ports in all rooms - copy and fax machines available - complimentary continental breakfast
CITY: Galesburg
Homestead Room at Best Western Prairie Inn
Italian-American cuisine specializing in seafood, pasta and steaks.
CITY: Galesburg
Holt House
The founding of Pi Beta Phi Fraternity, the first women's sorority, took place at Holt House, which is open for tours. It was in Ada and Libbie’s bedroom at the Holt home that I.C. Sororities came to life.
CITY: Monmouth
Rib Shack
Casual dining for ribs, barbecued chicken, fried chicken, barbecued rib tips and steaks.
CITY: Galesburg
Super 8 Motel Galesburg
Super 8 Galesburg motel provides the value and convenience you need during your travels. Pull off Interstate 74 at the Knoxville exit 51, midway between the Quad Cities and Peoria, IL, to enjoy handy amenities like guest laundry and large-vehicle parking. Wake up in the morning to free SuperStart continental breakfast before hitting the road, and relax in the evening with free Wi-Fi and heated indoor pool. Book a suite with Jacuzzi, microwave and refrigerator. We are pet friendly and handicapped-accessible.
CITY: Galesburg
Western Illinois Museum
See a regional collection of artifacts, historical documents and memorabilia representing Western Illinois history.
CITY: Macomb
Monsanto Learning Center
You're welcome to visit the Monsanto Facility at Monmouth, home to many exciting facets of agricultural research and training.
CITY: Monmouth
The Great House
Home built in 1856. Greek Revival Architecture. Elegant, classic decor featuring 7 fireplaces. Unique wine cellar. Quite an interesting history.
CITY: Galesburg
Sully's Pub
Sports theme and 9 televisions. No delivery service. Take-out available.
CITY: Galesburg
Super 8 - Macomb
Affordable rooms with continental breakfast, cable TV, and large vehicle parking.
CITY: Macomb
Macomb Country Club
This beautiful 18-hole course offers rental carts and a driving range.
CITY: Macomb
Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream
Buffet 7 days a week. Family fun center with games, pizza and ice cream. Delivery also.
CITY: Galesburg
Fairfield Inn Galesburg
This Galesburg IL hotel by Marriott offers comfortable guest rooms at a superior value for both business and leisure travelers. Free continental breakfast, including fresh-brewed coffee, cereal and fresh fruit.The hotel is conveniently located across the street from Carl Sandburg Mall which features JC Penney, Sears, K-Mart and Bergner's. This Galesburg hotel just minutes from Knox College, the Galesburg Railroad Museum and offices for BNSF Railroad. We also have free passes to the YMCA down the street for guests looking to utilize a fitness center. We will get you started each day with a delicious deluxe continental breakfast featuring fresh home made Belgian waffles, freshly brewed coffee, pastries, fresh fruit, two kinds of juice and much more. Restaurants nearby include Applebee's, Perkins, Sirloin Stockade and Sully's Pub
CITY: Galesburg
Country Inn & Suites - Galesburg
Country Inn & Suites is proud to offer guests comfortable accommodations and modern amenities, such as free high-speed, wireless Internet access, convenient meeting space, complimentary hot breakfast buffet, an indoor pool and an on-site Fitness Center. To ensure a pleasant stay, we also provide guests with a free weekday newspaper and guest laundry facilities. Be our guest and experience what sets us apart from other hotels in Galesburg, Illinois.
CITY: Galesburg
Macomb Holiday Inn Express
50 rooms with indoor pool and hot tub. Free continental breakfast and small meeting space available.
CITY: Macomb
Shaw Creek Golf Course
This nine-hole golf course offers a putting green and cart rental.
CITY: Bushnell
Chez Willy's
An elegant eatery in a bistro-like atmosphere, serving current American cuisine with the freshest ingredients.
CITY: Galesburg
Lake Storey Park
411-acre park and 132-acre lake. Biking/running trails, beach/swimming boats, canoeing, fishing, lakes and rivers.
CITY: Galesburg
Holiday Inn Express Galesburg
Holiday Inn Express provides guests with an ideal location in a city known for railroad innovation! Whether you're in town for business or just to relax, we have the quality amenities and knowledgeable staff to make you feel right at home. Leisure travelers are close to local historical sites and attractions, including the Lincoln-Douglas Debate Site, the Galesburg Railroad Museum, Carl Sandburg Birthplace or perusing the Seminary Street Historic Distric shops.
CITY: Galesburg
Amerihost Inn
60 rooms including 2 Jacuzzi suites, indoor pool, hot tub, and free continental breakfast. All major credit cards accepted.
CITY: Macomb
Macomb Days Inn
144 rooms, full service restaurant, lounge, truck parking, cable and coin laundry. All major credit cards accepted.
CITY: Macomb
Inselhaus Bed & Breakfast
Inselhaus, one of the finest local turn of the century homes, offers beautiful bed & breakfast accommodations, private dining, and special occasion facilities in the heart of Macomb.
CITY: Macomb
Seminary Street Historic District
Seminary Street is one of the Midwest's success stories in downtown restoration and revitalization, featuring historic Galesburg buildings that now thrive as restaurants and specialty shops.
CITY: Galesburg
Hy-Vee Food Court
Hy-Vee's kitchen includes salads, a hot case for lunch and supper, and breakfasts between 5am-11am are cooked fresh and fast. Catering service. Chinese express, Italian express and New York Deli.
CITY: Galesburg
The Packinghouse Dining Company
American steak house serving beef, chicken and seafood. Wonderful salad bar with unique selections. Famous for their cinnamon buns. Located in an old butcher plant sitting next to the railroad tracks. Unusual decor.
CITY: Galesburg
Ball Fore Family Entertainment Center
All types of family fun. Miniature golfing, driving range, batting cages, ice skating, in-line skating and archery.
CITY: Macomb
Gold Hills Golf Club
Rolling hills make up this 18-hole golf course. Carts, a driving range and a putting green are available.
CITY: Colchester
Landmark Cafe and Creperie
A casual bistro-style restaurant serving pasta, sandwiches, crepes, vegetarian fare, stuffed baked potatoes and the world's best spinach bisque.
CITY: Galesburg
Sandburg Mall
Four major department stores and 40 specialty shops throughout the mall
CITY: Galesburg
Orpheum Theatre
This restored vaudeville theater in downtown Galesburg offers a wide variety of entertainment and tours.
CITY: Galesburg
Cornucopia Natural Food/Uncle Billy's Bakery
Fresh baked from scratch bread & sweets, vegetarian deli items such as tarts & salads, lasagna & eggplant parmesan, coffee, smoothies, bulk food, organic produce, teas and imported cheese.
CITY: Galesburg
Diamond Dave's Mexican Restaurant
Casual Mexican-American dining for the whole family. Enjoy one of the 14 flavors of margaritas.
CITY: Macomb
The Taco Hideout
Mexican food, established 1964. First Mexican restaurant in the area.
CITY: Galesburg
Hammer's General Feed Store
Unique dining atmosphere, children's menu available, party room for larger groups, specializing in homemade pizza and pasta, also sandwiches, salad bar and Mexican dinners. No delivery service. Take-out available.
CITY: Galesburg
Hawthorn Inn & Suites - Monmouth
The finest acommodations in West Central Illinois, close to downtown area.
CITY: Monmouth
Monmouth Soda Works
Serving salads, sandwiches, pies and old-fashioned ice cream treats.
CITY: Monmouth
