Western Illinois Tourism
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Channel Cat Water Taxi - MetroLINK - Moline, Illinois
Channel Cat Water Taxi - MetroLINK - Moline, Illinois
Take the Water Taxi to see the sites and do some shopping, all from the river! The Channel Cat Water Taxi is the recreational service that gives relaxation to QCA families, friends and tourist in both Illinois and Iowa.
Great River Tours, Inc. - East Moline, Illinois
Great River Tours, Inc. - East Moline, Illinois
Take the Mighty Mississippi for a 35 to 40 minute narrated sightseeing tour aboard the historic “Riversong”. The trips are a personalized combination of relaxation, history, and adventure.
Village of East Davenport - Davenport, Iowa
Village of East Davenport - Davenport, Iowa
A collection of businesses in a unique setting, just like the little towns from days gone by.
This National Register Historic District was once a training camp for Civil War soldiers, and now includes a variety of art galleries, small shops, restaurants, local pubs and parks. Enjoy the vista from Lindsay or Prospect Parks, or take a cruise aboard the Channel Cat Water Taxi, which docks just east of the Lindsay Harbor Boat Club.
American Woman’s League Chapter House - Andover, Illinois
American Woman’s League Chapter House - Andover, Illinois
The home of August Rehnstrom was built in 1861 by Eric Berglof, and served as a temporary haven for Swedish immigrants in the 1860s. This is a “Class I” Chapter House, the smallest standard design, many of which were built all across the country by the American Woman’s League.
Jenny Lind Chapel - Andover, Illinois
Jenny Lind Chapel - Andover, Illinois
Visit Jenny Lind Chapel which is the house of worship of the oldest Swedish Lutheran congregation in Illinois. It is an evidence of pioneering faith and devotion, and begun in 1851 under the leadership of Pastor Lars Paul Esbj�rn. It was dedicated on Advent Sunday, December 3, 1854, and named after the noted Swedish singer whose generous interest helped to make the structure possible.
Hennepin Canal Parkway - Recreational Trail - Annawan, Illinois
Hennepin Canal Parkway - Recreational Trail - Annawan, Illinois
Want a peaceful, relaxing day of picnicking, hiking, fishing and good old fashioned family fun? Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park is just the place you’re looking for. Spend the day and bring a picnic lunch along. There are plenty of picnic tables at the 104.5-mile linear park which spans five counties (Rock Island, Bureau, Henry, Lee and Whiteside).
Lavender Crest Winery - Colona Illinois
Lavender Crest Winery - Colona Illinois
This winery opened in November of 2004. Lavender Crest Winery features wine production, a wine tasting room, gift shop, espresso bar that serves lunch, and a banquet center that seats 250-300 guests.
This winery opened in November of 2004. Lavender Crest Winery features wine production, a wine tasting room, gift shop, espresso bar that serves lunch, and a banquet center that seats 250-300 guests.
Historic Village - Bishop Hill, Illinois
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.
Old Odd & Unusual Museum - Cambridge, Illinois
Old Odd & Unusual Museum - Cambridge, Illinois
The museum contains a 1936 Ford fitted with a snow track, a 1925 Harley Davidson, a 1946 Indian motorcycle, a collection of pedal cars, a single-horse sleigh made in a Freeport factory in 1895, the first hand-operated gas pump in Henry County, vintage televisions, crystal tube radios and more.
Barn Theater, Richmond Hill Park - Geneseo, Illinois
Barn Theater, Richmond Hill Park - Geneseo, Illinois
The Barn Theater is located atop the bluff in Geneseo. Created in 1968 to be the home of the theater this is a wonderful adventure for all to enjoy.
The group converted the top floor of an old dairy barn to fit their needs and has never looked back. The recently renovated Barn now seats 165 per performance in a rare and unique in-the-round environment beneath the original, rustic timbers.
Currently, the Players stage all six productions at the Barn in a season running from February through October. RHP prides itself in presenting a wide variety of comedies, dramas, and thrillers that local audiences might not otherwise have the opportunity to see.
Directions:
from Iowa
Take I-80 East to Illinois
Take the Geneseo exit, Exit 19
Turn LEFT (north) onto IL Rt. 82 (aka Oakwood Ave)
Go 1/2 mile to S. State St (just before Pizza Hut, watch for green & white Richmond Hill Park/Richmond Hill Theater sign)
Turn LEFT onto State St., cross small creek bridge and make an IMMEDIATE LEFT onto Robinson Dr.
Follow Robinson Drive along the creek and up the hill to the Barn
from Illinois (West)
Take I-280 East towards Chicago
At I-80 /I-74 / I-280 interchange (aka The Big X) continue east on I-80 (follow signs to Chicago)
Take the Geneseo exit, Exit 19
Turn LEFT (north) onto IL Rt. 82 (aka Oakwood Ave)
Go 1/2 mile to S. State St (just before Pizza Hut, watch for green & white Richmond Hill Park/Richmond Hill Theater sign)
Turn LEFT onto State St., cross small creek bridge and make an IMMEDIATE LEFT onto Robinson Dr.
Follow Robinson Drive along the creek and up the hill to the Barn
from Illinois (East)
Take I-80 West towards Moline
Take the Geneseo exit, Exit 19
Turn RIGHT (north) onto IL Rt. 82 (aka Oakwood Ave)
Go 1/2 mile to S. State St (just before Pizza Hut, watch for green & white Richmond Hill Park/Richmond Hill Theater sign)
Turn LEFT onto State St., cross small creek bridge and make an IMMEDIATE LEFT onto Robinson Dr.
Follow Robinson Drive along the creek and up the hill to the Barn
Phone: 309-944-2244
