Galena Map
Galena is the county seat of, and largest city in, Jo Daviess County, Illinois in the United States, with a population of 3,429 in 2010. The city is a popular tourist destination known for its history, historical architecture, and ski and golf resorts. Galena was the residence of Ulysses S. Grant, several other war generals, entertainers, and politicians.
Galena has a rich history that is visible in the city's architecture. Originally inhabited by Sac and Fox Native Americans, by the late 17th century, the French began to settle in the area. In the early 19th century, American settlers began to arrive. Following a sharp decline in the demand for lead, Galena's population dropped from 14,000 in the mid-19th century, to 3,396 in the early 21st century.
Once one of the most important cities in the state, Galena was the hub on the Mississippi River between St. Louis and St. Paul. Due to erosion, the Galena River is inaccessible to steamboats like it once was. Also Galena received national attention in the 1860s as home of General Ulysses S. Grant.
Nearby cities include Bellevue, Benton, East Dubuque, Elizabeth, La Motte.
In Galena
305 North Inn Aldrich Guest House Amelia's Galena Ghost Tours Inc American Old Fashioned Ice Cream Parlor Avery on Prospect Hill Guest House Ayalas Las Margaritas Belle Aire Mansion Guest House The Belvedere Mansion And Gardens Big Bill's Sandwich Shop & Coffee Bar Charlie’s Place Eatery Countryside Tours Elle & Becks Galena Brewing Company Galena Canning Galena Cellars Vineyard & Winery Galena Day Spa Galena Kandy Kitchen Goldmoor Inn Great American Popcorn Company Greenbriar Country Inn and Suites Gustafson & Grey Healing Touch of Galena Indulge Day Spa Jamie's Wine Studio - Galena Leibold Auto Center of Galena Little Tokyo Main Street Inn Original Goat Yoga - Galena Palace Camp Ground Queen Anne Guest House Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Simply Elegant Boutique Stonedrift Spa The Grateful Gourmet The Market House Restaurant The Steamboat House Veterinary Associates