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Introduction to Galesburg, Illinois
Galesburg, Illinois, in Knox county, is 41 miles S of Davenport, Iowa (center to center) and 154 miles SW of Chicago, Illinois. As of the year 2000 census, 33,706 people lived in Galesburg.
Galesburg History
George Washington Gale founded the present day City of Galesburg. In fact, the area was named after Gale as a tribute to its founder. The first settler of the area arrived in 1836. The first anti - slavery society of Illinois was founded in Galesburg in 1837. The area also served as a stop on the Underground Railroad. Galesburg was the hometown of Carl Sandburg, renowned author, poet, and historian.
Galesburg and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Galesburg
During your stay in Galesburg, you can visit the Lakeside Water Park, Lancaster Park, and Lake Storey Beach. The city also offers a number of picnic shelters and gazebos. Camping can be enjoyed at the Allison Campground. The Bunker Links Golf Course offers an 18 holes golf course. The Galesburg Civic Art Center Museum, Galesburg Railroad Museum, and Discovery Depot Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Shopping can be enjoyed at the Sandburg Mall and Bridlecreek Shopping Center.
Galesburg Transportation
International air transportation is available from Quad City International Airport.
Galesburg Higher Education
Carl Sandburg College and Knox College are the local colleges.
Galesburg strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Illinois):
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| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 3% |  |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 4% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State) | Top 8% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 12% | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 17% | |
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