Attractions in Galesburg, Illinois

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Orpheum Theatre 309-342-2299
57 South Kellogg Street, Galesburg, IL 61401
Opened in 1916 as a Vandeville house, the Opheum Hosted many early stars of stage and screen. more info map

Browning Mansion 309-344-2839
325 North Kellogg Street, Galesburg, IL 61401
Built in 1867 this mansion has been restored to the 1886 Victorian era and decorated by the Galesburg Historical Society. more info map
Lawrence House, The 309-343-2485
590 North Prairie Street, Galesburg, IL 61401
Located in the heart of the historical district
This Richardsonian Romanesque house, listed as a local, state and federal landmark, features a sandstone exterior, marble exterior columns, original beveled glass, three... more info map
Old Main Knox College 309-341-7757
South Cherry and South Streets
The only remaining original building from the 1858 Lincoln-Douglas debates. This American Gothic architectural building is a National Landmark. more info map

Carl Sandburg Historic Site 309-342-2361
313 East Third Street, Galesburg, IL 61401
Located on the south side of Galesburg, across from a park and garden, this home is the birthplace of Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and Lincoln biographer Carl Sandburg. ... more info map
Seminary Street Historic Commercial District 309-342-7061
East Main and South Seminary Streets
Historic buildings which were abandoned are now restaurants, distinctive specialty shops, bakery and wine stores, and an antiques mall. more info map

Civic Art Center 309-342-7415
114 East Main Street, Galesburg, IL 61401
Ten exhibits per year from regional shows to annual national competition, there is also an art gallery/shop and an educational program. more info map
Discovery Depot 309-343-1194
128 South Chambers, Galesburg, IL 61401
Visit this children's interactive and historical museum and give them a great learning experience. more info map
Discovery Depot Children's Museum 309-344-8876
128 South Chambers Street, Galesburg, IL 61401
Located across the street from the Galesburg Amtrak Station and the Galesburg Railroad Museum, the Discovery Depot Children's Museum promotes "literacy, science,... more info
Galesburg Railroad Museum 309-342-9400
211 South Seminary Street, Galesburg, IL 61401
The Galesburg Railroad Museum features a history of railroading in Galesburg since the CB&Q came to Galesburg in 1850's. more info map
Illinois Citizen Soldier Museum 309-342-1181
1001 Michigan Avenue, Galesburg, IL 61401
Featured here are artifacts from the War of 1812 through Desert Storm. more info map