Review:

Designed by William Dennison, the U.S. Grant Home State Historic Site was built in 1860 and is the former home of Civil War general Ulysses S. Grant. Residents of the city of Galena gave the home to Grant in 1865 as thanks for his war service, but he moved out in 1969 when he became the 18th President of the United States.

The home has been maintained as a memorial to Grant since 1904, and today it's a historic museum with rooms furnished in typical 1860s fashion. The home is open to visitors five days a week, and guided tours are available for a small fee.

908 3rd St, Galena, Illinois 61036, Phone: 815-777-3310, Map

Plan Your Trip

Get Ready to Go!

Need some more help?


Read our Reservations & Travel Planning Tips guide.