Best places: Historic sites in Wauconda

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U.S. Grant Home State Historic Site
Historical place
Italianate mansion built in 1859 & given to President Ulysses S. Grant, featuring exhibits & tours.
4.70 (1.2K reviews) (~188.59 km from centre)
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Kenosha Public Museum
Museum
Modern facility with mammoth skeletons & other natural science artifacts, plus a fine art gallery.
4.70 (1.2K reviews) (~45.19 km from centre)
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Celery Flats Historic Area
Park
👍👍 We love riding our bikes here! Nice place to have a picnic or take a break from enjoying the nearby trails. There are plenty of tables and chairs and the bathrooms are very clean and well kept. Lots of events going on throughout the year with live music, movies, and food trucks. We love going to Fri...
4.70 (989 reviews) (~210.32 km from centre)
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Milwaukee County War Memorial Center
War memorial
This event space & memorial is dedicated to the Wisconsinites who have served in the armed forces.
4.80 (389 reviews) (~89.16 km from centre)
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DuSable Bridge
Bridge
Long-standing drawbridge honoring a founder of Chicago & decorated with sculptures & plaques.
4.60 (4.3K reviews) (~59.15 km from centre)
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Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery
Beer hall
Pabst beer history tours & private events, plus a gift shop & cafe, in a former brewery.
4.70 (501 reviews) (~89.23 km from centre)
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The Rookery Building
Historical place
Chicago's oldest high-rise, this 1888 Romanesque structure has a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed lobby.
4.60 (1K reviews) (~59.47 km from centre)
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John Deere Historic Site
Historical landmark
👍 Historical site of John Deere origin of fabrication of his plow. Blacksmith demonstrations.
4.80 (266 reviews) (~112.78 km from centre)
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Standard Oil of Illinois Gas Station
Historical place
👍👍 Been here on my last trip 2 years ago. It was not open then and it was not open now, but after all this is wery good place to stop by and look a good restouration. On my last trip, this was a turning point back to North.
4.70 (332 reviews) (~143.48 km from centre)
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Gaylord Building Historic Site
Historical landmark
👍👍 This is a very cool old building in historic downtown Lockport. The museum is a great place to spend a couple of hours. Be sure to save some time to relax an take in the area.
4.70 (191 reviews) (~74.59 km from centre)
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Joliet Iron Works Historic Site
Historical place
👍👍 Thought this place was really cool to walk around and explore . Was cool to think of all the history there . After exploring the main part of this place it leads to trails you can walk to through the woods . Little ponds are the side of you as you walk . Was cool to see the old Joliet Prison in the...
4.50 (355 reviews) (~80.08 km from centre)
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Riverview Farmstead Preserve
Nature preserve
👍👍 Simple & sweet trail. Paved/stroller friendly. Bathroom and picnic tables available. Ample parking.
4.70 (156 reviews) (~65.27 km from centre)
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Elgin History Museum
Local history museum
👍👍 Museum was extremely interesting. Love the amount of information, interactive things, history and all things on display. Totally worth the trip! Very clean place and lots of fun!
4.70 (155 reviews) (~26.77 km from centre)
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Fabyan Windmill
Historical place
👍 Beautiful low crowded place that has history and natural beauty. A Japanese garden with beautiful surroundings, a free flowing river , historic Fabyan windmill and lush green nature are a treat. Seems like pet friendly and for kids they have good space to play around. Overall a feel good place and c...
4.80 (118 reviews) (~45.23 km from centre)
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Fireman's Park
Park
👍👍 Always a wonderful park for events. Love this place!
4.50 (248 reviews) (~139.15 km from centre)
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Fischer Farm
Historical place
👍 Nice farm overall. Nice seeing the variety of animals.
4.70 (134 reviews) (~39.47 km from centre)
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The Oliver Mansion
Historical place
Tours of the J.D. Oliver family's 38-room, 1897 home, with its original interiors & woodwork intact.
4.60 (153 reviews) (~168.19 km from centre)
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Chicago Portage National Historic Site
Historical place
👍 Its a nice short walk with some interesting historical information. But it's nestled between I-55 and Harlem so I wouldn't really call it relaxing. However, if you need a quick break or want to stretch your legs, the walkway is partially paved and partially gravel. Good for walking dogs or short str...
4.60 (141 reviews) (~57.58 km from centre)
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Frank Lloyd Wright's Burnham Block
Historical place museum
Frank Lloyd Wright's American System-Built homes, made 1912–1916 as a model for affordable housing.
4.50 (177 reviews) (~85.03 km from centre)
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Funk Prairie Home and Gem and Mineral Museum
Historical place museum
👍👍 This place gives free tours with reservations. Our group of 9 had the entire place to ourselves and it was a delightful tour. Answered many questions. House is beautifully preserved and maintained with many original pieces. Guide was clear and very knowledgeable. There are stairs to climb but even i...
4.80 (88 reviews) (~221.8 km from centre)
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