Apple River Fort - Elizabeth, IL
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cldisme
N 42° 19.104 W 090° 12.903
15T E 729498 N 4688885
From archeological evidence and written, first-hand accounts, this fort was recreated to depict a time during the Blackhawk War of 1832.
Waymark Code: WM1R5C
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 06/29/2007
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Upon hearing the news that Chief Blackhawk and his Sauk and Fox troops were trying to reclaim their lands, the new settlers to the Apple River region banded together to build their own fort just in case Blackhawk came their way.
Sure enough, Blackhawk's men and the settlers fought on June 24, 1832.
To find out how each side turned out after the fighting concluded, you must visit this site yourself.
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Guests are invited to park at the Interpretive Center and walk approximately a half mile to the fort site. Disabled guests may drive to the fort site, but that is the exception, not the rule. Parking is found at N42d 19.086' W090d 13.221.
At the fort, hosts in period costume provide a living history example of how life was for the settlers of the Apple Valley and the fear they had for Chief Blackhawk and his men.
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Yes, a lot of the information about the site focuses on the settlers point of view, but mostly because that is where most of the accounts and archeological evidence can be found.
The site does try very hard to provide a point of view from the Sauk and Fox, as well.
The "Official Tourism" URL link to the attraction: [Web Link]
The attraction’s own URL: [Web Link]
Hours of Operation:
Mid-April – Labor Day Weekend
Open Daily – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
After Labor Day – Mid-April
Open Wednesday – Sunday – 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
CLOSED VETERAN'S DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY & CHRISTMAS DAY.
Admission Prices:
The suggested donation is $3.00 per adult and $1.00 per child.
Group and school tours are available by advance registration.
Approximate amount of time needed to fully experience the attraction: Half of a day (2-5 hours)
Transportation options to the attraction: Personal Vehicle Only
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