Galena’s History
Galena has a long and rich sense of history, dating back to the 1800’s when famous Americans like Abraham Lincoln and Ulysses S. Grant roamed these quiet streets. The historic attractions in Galena range from tours of historic mansions, like the Belvedere, to Civil War Reenactments. Galena, known as a historically haunted destination, has become a popular place for ghost tours. There are other tours less spooky to enjoy, too, through some of the more historic homes and sights in Galena.