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The DeSoto House Hotel
"Illinois' Oldest Operating Hotel"
Since 1855
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Come and stay at the DeSoto House Hotel and enjoy your summer in beautiful Galena!
~ Check out our midweek packages! ~
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Make your room & dinner reservations now! |
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Check us out on
"John McGivern's Main Streets -
Galena, Illinois"!
You can watch our segment here or view the entire program here.
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Don't miss our awesome segment on the program "Travel the Tri-states"!
You can check it out here.
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Midweek Dinner Package
Sunday - Thursday
One-night stay
$50.00 Dinner coupon
$229.00
Subject to availability
Prices good through August 31, 2022
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Midweek Breakfast Package
Sunday - Thursday
One-night stay
Breakfast for two
$209.00
Subject to availability
Prices good through August 31, 2022
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Midweek Breakfast & Dinner Package
Sunday - Thursday
One-night stay
Breakfast for two
$50.00 Dinner coupon
$254.00
Subject to availability
Prices good through August 31, 2022
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History Museum Package
Sunday - Thursday
One-night stay
Breakfast for two
Tickets to the Galena Grant History Museum
$229.00
Subject to availability
Prices good through August 31, 2022
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Trolley Package
Sunday - Thursday
One-night stay
Breakfast for two
Two tickets for the Galena Trolley
$229.00
Subject to availability
Prices good through August 31, 2022
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Best Available Rate
One-night stay
Starting at $119.00
Subject to availability
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Everyone loves a cocktail or two... |
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Stay with us Sundays through Thursdays and enjoy a complimentary cocktail from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, in one of our fabulous restaurants.
Then join us for dinner!
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In addition to browsing through Galena’s 19th-century downtown with more than 100 storefronts, here are some other ways to enjoy our beautiful area: |
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8850 North Menominee Road
East Dubuque, IL 61025
563.543.8936
Berning Acres is a family-owned dairy farm located in Menominee, Illinois (halfway between East Dubuque & Galena).
They milk 400 cows, mostly Holsteins (the black and white ones!) and run about 850 acres.
They are passionate about what they do, and they love educating others about what farming looks like today. Their hope is that you’ll visit their farm and leave with some great knowledge about agriculture, farm animals and farm life (and a deeper appreciation for that wholesome nutritious glass of milk you enjoy each day!)
Berning Acres is offering two great ways for everyone to enjoy their farm:
Farm Tours – for the whole family
Night at the Farm – for adults, pick your favorite!
Cows, Beers and Cheese Curds
or
Cows, Wine and Charcuterie
For more information and to register click here.
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- UTV Ride
- 6 Ziplines
- Rappel
- Sky Bridge
- Hike
- Quick Jump
The tour begins with an enjoyable UTV ride through the trees to the first platform. The course gets progressively longer starting with shorter ziplines and ending with 3 ziplines over 700 feet long. Reach speeds up to 40 mph and heights of 75 feet! Rappel off of a platform and venture across our 140 foot sky bridge to reach our final 1,250 foot zipline. For the final challenge element you can choose to QuickJump or Rappel!
Every tour will be given an orientation on safety and braking before beginning on the first zipline. Each guest wears a waist and shoulder harness with lanyards that are attached to steel cables at all times while up at height.
Enjoy approximately 2 1/2 hours of thrilling fun on this completely guided canopy tour!
For more information click here.
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616 S. Devils Ladder Road
Galena, IL 61036
Experience the pure joy of frolicking goats while walking through native prairie and forest as the goats follow along and play.
The trek explores the wooded property and prairies that have been in our family for four generations. The goats follow us along the way and enjoy hand-fed treats. The hike lasts an hour and is 1.25 miles long. The trail is suitable for all ages and abilities.
All of our guides have an inherent knowledge of the land and the animals. We have grown up on this property, raised our families here, and are excited to share it with you.
In addition to hiking with goats you may also enjoy:
Hoof It + Sip It
Wine Tasting + Goat Trek
Hoof'n + Groove'n
Live Music + Bonfire + Goat Trek
Trek'n + Treat'n
Goat Trek + Treats
For more information and to register click here.
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June 2 through October 13 is the perfect time to explore Galena's charming downtown!
Feast your eyes and ears every Thursday night from 5:00 - 7:00 PM on historic Main Street, with live music and art from incredible local and regional performers.
Additionally, a new celebration called Live at the Plaza will be held at Green Street Plaza every last Thursday of the month, starting May 26 and ending September 29.
This family-friendly, free-to-attend event will feature regional musicians, performers, food and drink. June’s Live at the Plaza event will celebrate diversity and inclusion with special Amazing For All giveaways!
For more information click here.
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The Galena River Trail offers 8.0 miles (one way) of scenic hiking, biking or cross-country skiing.
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Enjoy panoramic views of the Mississippi River from Casper Bluff Land and Water Preserve.
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Other great places to visit in addition to our local historic attractions and museums are: |
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Thursday, August 4, 2022 - Sunday, August 7, 2022
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Jo Daviess County Fairgrounds
900 High Street
Warren, Il 61087
Celebrate at the longest running consecutive fair in Illinois!
Enjoy Livestock Shows, Exhibits, Badger State Tractor Pull, Rodeo, Demolition Derby, Live Entertainment, Delicious Fair Foods, Carnival Rides, and more!
For more information click here.
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Friday, August 5, 2022 - Sunday, August 7, 2022
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Various Artist Galleries
Galena, IL 61036
Drive the hills and valleys of the Driftless Region’s most scenic counties. Take a laid back self-guided tour experiencing art from inception to fulfillment.
Visit talented artists’ in their studios & galleries, while enjoying artisan libations such as food, wine craft brews, and spirits, and discover the region’s hidden talent. Interact and enjoy with unique individuals along your personal tour.
Each month our artists come together to host the Scenic Art Loop by ARRT’s Monthly Art Drive.
Join us on the first full weekend of each month for a new experience. A new map is created monthly to ensure artists’ availability.
For a map and more information click here.
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Saturday, August 6, 2022
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday, August 20, 2022
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Saturday, September 17, 2022
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Casper Bluff Land & Water Reserve
870 S Pilot Knob Road
Galena, IL 61036
Guided tours of Casper Bluff are back for 2022.
Bring the family to learn about the prairies, oak savannas, and past Native American presence from trained volunteer guides.
Casper Bluff commands some of the best views of the Mississippi River and its backwater sloughs and is home to many rare and wondrous birds.
A system of mowed trails takes visitors to part of the Aiken Mound group, a series of Native America mounds that were built in approximately 700-900 A.D. as part of the Effigy Mound culture and includes a rare, intact effigy mound in the shape of a Thunderbird.
Trails also wind through acres of restored native prairie and oak savanna habitat.
Don’t miss out on this special opportunity to discover all that Casper Bluff has to offer.
The cost is $10.00 per person. RSVPs are required.
For more information click here.
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Main Street Sidewalk Sale
Friday, August 12, 2022 - Sunday, August 14, 2022
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Main Street
Galena, IL 61036
Join Galena's Main Street merchants for their summer clearance!
There will be sales up and down Main Street, along both sides and inside the stores.
Shop 'til you drop, and then pop into DeSoto House Hotel for a bite to eat!
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16th Annual Market House Square Arts Festival
Saturday, August 13, 2022 - Sunday, August 14, 2022
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Old Market House State Historic Site
123 N. Commerce Street
Galena, Il 61036
You never know what you'll find when you browse the many exhibits at this annual outdoor art festival.
Local and regional artists showcase their paintings, woodwork, jewelry, pottery, baskets, and more.
Local musicians will perform throughout the day and plenty of food and beverages available for purchase.
A great outing for the whole family!
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Saturday, August 13, 2022
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Horseshoe Mound Preserve
1679 N Blackjack Rd
Galena, IL 61036
The Perseid Meteor Shower happens every year in early August as Earth passes through an asteroid belt.
With clear skies, we can see shooting stars all night long.
Our guest presenter, Walter Trentadue, will tell us about this natural phenomenon and offer a look through powerful telescopes to view celestial bodies.
Bring a lawn chair and picnic blanket to enjoy the evening.
If you have a telescope, bring it along as this event is one of the few times Horseshoe Mound is open after dark.
$10/person for non-members of JDCF.
For more information click here.
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Friday, August 26, 2022
6:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Casper Bluff Land & Water Reserve
870 S Pilot Knob Road
Galena, IL 61036
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Insect Collecting
Learn various techniques for collecting insects such as sweep netting, tree beating, and pit-fall trapping.
Everyone can make seed bombs to plant at home.
8:00 PM– 11:30 PM: Mothing Party
Over 11,000 species of moths are native to North America.
Join insect enthusiasts and experts to watch thousands of moths gather on drop sheets and sugar baits.
Insect enthusiasts, Ethan Brown, Jim Louderman, and Barbara Williams will show us how you can invite moths to your own mothing party at home.
RSVPs are not needed and you are free to arrive and depart at any time during the event.
There is no fee to attend but donations are gladly accepted.
For more information click here.
*Rain-date: August 27th, same time and location.
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Sunday, August 28, 2022
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Hawk Valley Retreat and Cottages
2752 W. Cording Road
Galena, IL 61036
Join the Women of Courage and Commitment as they present "Ladies of the White House" in a fundraising event for the Galena History Museum.
Join such amazing women of the White House like Eleanor Roosevelt, Jane Pierce, Grace Coolidge, Alice Roosevelt, Jackie Kenedy, and Betty Ford as they discuss their time in the White House.
This event is being held in the historically Renovated Cording Event Barn at Hawk Valley Retreat & Cottages.
The $20 admission is a complete donation to the GALENA & U.S. GRANT MUSEUM and includes the show, light snacks, and beverages.
For tickets and more information click here.
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Saturday, September 10, 2022
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
DeSoto House Hotel Ballroom
230 S. Main Street
Galena, IL 61036
Please join us for a gathering of book lovers, friends, and attendees of the first annual Romantic Galena Reads Book.
There will be over 20 romance authors from all over the country, including bestselling and award-winning authors of every romance genre – Contemporary, Historical, Suspense, Western, Paranormal and more – everything from sweet to steamy.
It's a great way for you and your friends to find new favorite authors!
For more information click here.
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Friday, September 9, 2022 - Sunday, September 11, 2022
12:00 PM
Downtown Galena
Main Street
Galena, IL 61036
Get ready for shopping deals, drinks & laughs!
Enjoy the many stores and restaurants that will be hosting special events, in-store specials and more throughout the weekend.
All customers can collect their receipts from the weekend and turn them in on Sunday morning for a chance to win 1 of 3 Great Galena Giveaways.
Any receipt qualifies, whether it be gas, food, lodging, shopping, etc.
Top prizes valued over $500.
Register when you arrive in town to get your list of specials and your Ladies Getaway Bracelet.
Check-in location: Poopsie's 402 S. Main Street
For more information click here.
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Take a break and stop by our Quiet Room on the lobby level of the hotel to view these videos:
The DeSoto House Hotel
"The Largest Hotel in the West"
Galena: Steamboat Capital of the Old Northwest
Both videos are about 15-20 minutes in length and run continuously.
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You can learn more about the history of the DeSoto House Hotel here.
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There's always plenty to do in scenic, historic Galena! |
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Create your dream wedding... |
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Call to make your dreams come true!
815.777.6818
Sales Department
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Reserve your getaway now!
Make your reservations by calling
815.777.0090 or 800.343.6562.
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Consider us your home away from home! |
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DeSoto House Hotel Gift Certificates
make perfect gifts!
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Michael Steinhoff
General Manager
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