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General Ulysses S. Grant Home State Historic Site

307 Decatur St, Galena, Illinois 61036 USA

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“Learn about a Civil War hero!”

On August 18, 1865, Galena celebrated the return of its Civil War hero General Ulysses S. Grant. Following a jubilant procession with much flag waving and speeches, a group of Galena citizens presented the General with a handsome furnished house on Bouthillier Street. The house is managed by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency as the U.S. Grant Home State Historic Site.

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Reviewed by
Megan Bannister

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135 Reviews
113 Helpful

August 06, 2014

Rated 3.0

Worth a stop—especially if you're an American history buff! This home was gifted to Ulysses S. Grant by grateful citizens in 1865 after his victories in the Civil War. He used the home as his official address through his election, presidency and into his retirement, visiting for the last time in 1880.

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Lesli Peterson

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1,213 Reviews
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March 03, 2022

Rated 5.0

This activity is perfect for those that love to learn and appreciate the beauty of history. The tour is easy to follow, and guides are knowledgeable about the house’s place in our nation’s history as well as some fun facts about Grant himself.

We think a stop here is one of the best things to do in Galena!

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