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Galena Getaway

A trip from May 16, 2008 to May 18, 2008, travelling to Dubuque, Galena
Annual Fishing Widow trip with Michael and probably Nick.
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05/16/2008 to 05/18/2008
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Fri 05/16/08 (day 1) - Dubuque

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Bittersweet On The Bluff

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Offering steaks, seafood, chicken and pasta. Outdoor seating on deck available. This restaurant overlooks the …
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7010 Donna's Dr.
Dubuque, IA, United States
815-747-2360,
Fri May 16 7:00pm - Fri May 16 8:00pm
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Bowling

Bowling Alleys/Supplies BOWLING & BEYOND 1860 Hawthorne Street | Dubuque, IA 52001 | 563.583 …More  
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Fri May 16 8:00pm - Fri May 16 10:00pm
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Sat 05/17/08 (day 2) - Galena, Dubuque

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Galena Main Street Walking Tour

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Galena Historical Society guides will lead you on a tour that explores the history and architecture of Galena …
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Galena, IL 61036
United States
815-777-9129
Sat May 17 12:00am
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Vinegar Hill Historic Lead Mine & Museum

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This underground lead mine is typical of the primitive mines of the era. It was originally mined by an Irishman …
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8885 North Three Pines Road
Galena, IL 61036
United States
815-777-0855
Sat May 17 12:00am
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Apple River Fort & Interpretive Center

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This fort and center describes the area's Native Americans, its early miners, and the conflict that grew into …
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Galena, IL 61036
United States
815-858-2028
Sat May 17 12:00am
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Crystal Lake Cave

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This natural underground masterpiece includes stalactites, stalagmites, a crystal clear lake, and rare anthodites.
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Galena, IL, United States
563-556-6451,
Sat May 17 12:00am
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National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, The

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An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium is accredited by the A …
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98 East Third Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
United States
319-557-9545,800-226-3369
Sat May 17 12:00am
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Fenelon Place Elevator

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Offering a view of the historic Dubuque business district, the Mississippi River and three states, the Fenelon …
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512 Fenelon Place
Dubuque, IA 52001
United States
319-582-6496
Sat May 17 12:00am
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Clinton County Historical Society Museum

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Learn the story about the Mississippi settlers.
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708 25th Ave. North
Dubuque, IA 52001
United States
319-242-1201
Sat May 17 12:00am
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Dubuque Museum of Art

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Established in 1874, the Dubuque Museum of Art is Iowa's oldest cultural institution.
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701 Locust Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
United States
563-557-1851
Sat May 17 12:00am
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Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens

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The only arboretum and botanical garden in the United States staffed entirely by volunteers, the 52-acre Dubuque Arb …
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3800 Aarboretum Drive
Dubuque, IA 52001
United States
319-556-2100
Sat May 17 9:00am - Sat May 17 10:00am
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Hrs 8am til sundown. dbq.com/arboretum
http://www.dubuquearboretum.com/
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Shenandoah Riding Center

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This stable offers one hour guided trail rides, along with English and Western riding lessons, horse boarding …
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200 North Brodrecht Road
Galena, IL 61036
United States
815-777-2373
Sat May 17 10:00am - Sat May 17 11:30am
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Galena Cellars Vineyard & Winery

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Featuring over twenty varieties of wine, available for sampling, Galena Cellars also offers locally produced cheese …
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515 South Main Street
Galena, IL 61036
United States
815-777-3330,800-397-9463
Sat May 17 4:00pm - Sat May 17 5:30pm
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http://www.galenacellars.com/home.asp
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Daily tours at 2pm Saturdays at 2
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Sun 05/18/08 (day 3) - Galena

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Ulysses S. Grant Home

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This home was presented to General U.S. Grant upon his return to Galena in 1865. The house has been restored to …
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500 Bouthillier Street
Galena, IL 61036
United States
815-777-0248
Sun May 18 12:00am
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Belvedere Mansion

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This 22 room, Italianate mansion was built in 1857, for the Ambassador to Belgium. The home is furnished with …
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1008 Park Avenue
Galena, IL 61036
United States
815-777-0747
Sun May 18 12:00am
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Galena/Jo Daviess County History Museum

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Housed in an 1858 mansion, the museum offers special exhibits featuring Grant and the Civil War, mining, steam …
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211 South Bench Street
Galena, IL 61036
United States
815-777-9129
Sun May 18 12:00am
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LinMar Gardens

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This three and a half acre garden is situated on natural limestone outcroppings. It features hostas, viburnums, coni …
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504 South Prospect Street
Galena, IL 61036
United States
815-777-1177
Sun May 18 12:00am
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Chicago Great Western Museum

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Built in 1888, this museum is on the National Register of Historic Places. Many photographs and artifacts are …
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East Myrtle Street
Galena, IL 61028
United States
815-858-2098
Sun May 18 12:00am
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Galena Public Library & Historic Collection

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The library was built in 1907 in the Greek Revival Style. It offers a reading room that features a mosaic fireplace …
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601 South Bench Street
Galena, IL 61036
United States
815-777-0200
Sun May 18 12:00am
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Washburne House State Historic House

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This Greek Revival home was built in 1843, and received major additions in 1859 and 1860. The entire first floor …
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908 Third Street
Galena, IL 61036
United States
815-777-3310
Sun May 18 12:00am
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Old Stockade on the Cobblestone Street

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This log-built structure was used as a refuge for the women and children of the Galena area during the Blackhawk …
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208 Perry Street
Galena, IL 61036
United States
815-777-1222
Sun May 18 12:00am
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Dowling House

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Built in 1826, this is the oldest home in Galena. The home is built of native limestone and served as both a trading …
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220 Diagonal Street
Galena, IL 61036
United States
815-777-1250
Sun May 18 12:00am
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Galena Post Office & Customs House

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Built in 1857-1859 from Nauvoo limestone, this Renaissance Revival building is the second oldest continuously …
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110 Green Street
Galena, IL 61036
United States
815-777-0225
Sun May 18 12:00am
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