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Grant, Ulysses S., House - Galena, Illinois - U.S. National Register of Historic Places on Waymarking.com
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Grant, Ulysses S., House - Galena, Illinois
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U.S. National Register of Historic Places
Posted by:
Hikenutty
N 42° 24.667 W 090° 25.474
15T E 711919 N 4698637
U.S. Grant lived in this home after he returned from the Civil War. The house was a gift to Grant from the citizens of Galena.
Waymark Code:
WM1X37
Location:
Illinois, United States
Date Posted:
07/24/2007
Published By:
snfromky
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Before the Civil War Grant lived in Galena in a small rented house and worked for his father in town. After returning from the war as a hero the town had this home built for him as a thank you gift.
The state of Illinois manages the Grant Home as a State Historic Site. In 1955 the home underwent an extensive restoration, returning it to its 1868 appearance. It is still operated as a museum. Summer hours: Wednesday through Sunday 9am - 5pm April through October Winter hours: Wednesday through Sunday 9am - 4pm November through March Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Suggested donation of $3 for adults and $1 for children.
Street address:
111 S. Michigan Avenue
Galena, IL USA
61036
County / Borough / Parish:
Allamakee
Year listed:
1966
Historic (Areas of) Significance:
Politics/Government
Periods of significance:
1850-1899
Historic function:
Domestic
Current function:
Recreation And Culture
Privately owned?:
no
Season start / Season finish:
From: 01/01/2007 To: 12/31/2007
Hours of operation:
From: 9:00 AM To: 5:00 PM
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Please give the date and brief account of your visit. Include any additional observations or information that you may have, particularly about the current condition of the site. Additional photos are highly encouraged, but not mandatory.
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