Attractions in Macomb, Illinois

Historic Homes & Buildings

McDonough County Courthouse 309-833-1315
Downtown Macomb
This majestic old courthouse was built in the summer of 1872, of limestone and red brick. The architecture structure is Second Empire Revival. The original Mansard... more info map

University Art Gallery/Museum 309-298-1587
Located at Western Illinois University
This musuem and art gallery is devoted to collecting, preserving, exhibiting ,and interpreting quality works of visual art. It offers the university and the public... more info map
Western Illinois Museum 309-837-2750
201 South Lafayette Street, Macomb, IL 61455
The mission of the Western Illinois Museum is to collect, preserve, study, interpret, and exhibit significant materials relating to the region of Western Illinois,... more info
Western Illinois University Geology Museum 309-298-1368
On the campus of Western Illinois University
Discover the marvels of earth science, at this museum, with numerous displays, including a dinosaur nest and egg. more info map
Western Museum 309-833-1315
202 South Randolph, Macomb, IL 61455
The history of the west is explored with displays of Native American dress, trapper paraphernalia, Civil War items, and more at this museum. more info map

Historic Barn Tours 309-833-1315
201 South Lafayette Street, Macomb, IL 61455
Go on any of four self-guided tours, and discover the beauty of the countryside, as you view the historic barns nestled in McDonough County. The barns showcased have... more info map
The Haunted Dead Tour 309-333-4133
141 South Lafayette Street, Macomb, IL 61455
This seasonal, 2.5-hour walking tour guides you through buildings in downtown Macomb believed to be haunted. Hear ghostly tales of the darker side of Macomb's history,... more info map