Why is Galena located in such a rugged and hilly area, so unlike
the rest of Illinois? Come and view our large landform model and
learn how the glaciers spared this unique part of Illinois,
leaving Jo Daviess County with the highest elevations in the
State. See, also, the tragic effects of soil erosion and
siltation of the Galena River from years of mining and farming.
All of the
highest points in Illinois are located near Galena in Jo Daviess
County.
Visitors inspect the museum's unique landform model.
Native stone was used to
build many of Galena's structures, including Turner Hall, seen
here upon completion in 1874.
