Elizabeth: A Midwest Historical Getaway in Illinois
The beautiful town of Elizabeth is the receiver of the 2010 Home Town Governor award. The city located in the Jo Daviess County of Illinois in the United States is an extraordinary tourist destination. The main street of the town has an excellent deal for dining and shopping, as well as an excellent place to experience the comforts of a small friendly village. You will find solace and tranquility in this charming little town.
Best Time to Visit
To make the most of the sunny weather with little chance of rain, plan your visit at Elizabeth, IL during the months from May to September or make sure to mark your vacation calendar in June for the Spring Fling Weekend and October for the Scarecrow Festival, or other festival weekends throughout the year. Book your stay at the Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, a perfect destination for visitors who want to relax in a storybook setting. Consider on booking a night at the Worldmark Galena.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Take a tour at the Elizabeth History Museum, home to a considerable collection of military artifacts, with numerous local veterans' items and over thousands of memorabilia, including exhibits on farming and lead mining. Immerge with the town's history at the Apple River Fort Statethrough programs that live through from May to October. Don't miss the Depot Museum, which is also a must, a voluminous library with over a thousand books and artifacts situated in a previously Chicago Great Western Railway station. Don’t forget to visit the Chestnut Mountain Resort or the Old Market House.