Historic Village - Bishop Hill, Illinois

This historic village was founded by Swedish immegrants in 1846 which has retained it’s unique quality to share with the world.

These Janssonists built a successful communal society based on economic and religious principals. Many of the structures erected during this building campaign still exist. The colony grew and flourished for fifteen years before disbanding in 1861.

Bishop Hill is a National Landmark Village, listed in the National Register of Historic Places and it is an Illinois State Historic Site.

They invite you to taste the history of this once-bustling 19th century settlement. Sample their fascinating museums, quaint eateries, unique gift shops, and art galleries.

Museums
BISHOP HILL COLONY CHURCH, STATE HISTORIC SITE,
Illinois Historic Preservation Agency
Martha Downey, Site Superintendant
PO Box 104 • Bishop Hill, IL 61419
309-927-3345
BISHOP HILL COLONY HOTEL, STATE HISTORIC SITE,
Illinois Historic Preservation Agency
Martha Downey, Site Superintendent
PO Box 104 • Bishop Hill, IL 61419
309-927-3345

BISHOP HILL MUSEUM, STATE HISTORIC SITE,
Illinois Historic Preservation Agency
Martha Downey, Site Superintendant
PO Box 104 • Bishop Hill, IL 61419
309-927-3345

COLONY STEEPLE BUILDING,
Bishop Hill Heritage Association Mike Wendel, Administrator
103 North Bishop Hill Street • PO Box 92 • Bishop Hill, IL 61419
309-927-3899

HENRY COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Henry County Historical Society
202 South Park St. • PO Box 48 • Bishop Hill, IL 61419
309-927-3528

NATIONAL ARCHIVES BUILDING Vasa Order of America
109 South Bishop Hill Street • PO Box 101 • Bishop Hill, IL 61419

They say: Enchantment awaits you behind every door; be renewed by the ageless wisdom of their utopia!
309-927-3898

Written by Travel Writer · Filed Under Western