Italianate mansion built in 1859 & given to President Ulysses S. Grant, featuring exhibits & tours.
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Nov 5, 2024
What a beautiful, historical site. The setting is scenic and picturesque where you can get one of the best views of Galena. Our docent was friendly and very knowledgeable as she took us back into the… Full review by Debra S
Oct 6, 2024
This house was built in 1860 - it was given to Grant by residents of Galena in 1865 as thanks for his service in the Civil War. Grant and his family lived in the house between the war and his 1868 pr… Full review by 795davec
Aug 9, 2024
My husband and I came back for a visit to this awesome historic mansion..was here in early 90’s and it was awesome experience and very historical as well. Full review by METAL B
When we visited it was free. However they did state donations were accepted. There was a donation box at the beginning and end of the tour. There was no pressure to donate and I …
When we visited it was free. However they did state donations were accepted. There was a donation box at the beginning and end of the tour. There was no pressure to donate and I observe about 50% dropped something in the box.
I'm thinking of taking my 91-year-old mother to Galena for a few days. She is healthy and does get around okay, but I saw the photo with all of the stairs to the Grant home and I don't think she can do all of those stairs. Is there another entrance into the building that you saw?
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There are a number of steps from the street below. There is a very small parking lot next to the building next door or you could go s drop off. The stairs inside the house to the second …
There are a number of steps from the street below. There is a very small parking lot next to the building next door or you could go s drop off. The stairs inside the house to the second floor are narrow and slightly steep. There may be an elevator as I have a vague memory of the area in the main floor foyer. Worth seeing!
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