We write about all the great things to do in Galena, Illinois.

From the moment you turn onto Main Street in historic Galena, it feels like you have stepped into a town that decided preservation was nonnegotiable. The storefronts, the limestone, the steep streets, and the river-town layout all make it easy to see why this is one of the most...

Whether you’re an avid Civil War history buff or a general history enthusiast, make time this spring for one of the best Civil War Reenactments near Galena. The annual US Grant Pilgrimage Weekend is one of the biggest Civil War Reenactment events in the country, and it’s right here...