Attractions in Oregon, Illinois
Amusements
Sinnissippi Farm & Forest 708-710-8354
3122 South Lowden Road, Oregon, IL 61061
This tree farm features premium fraser, douglas and concolor firs, fresh cut white and Scottish pines, douglas and fraser fir wreaths, and white pine roping. more info map
Historic Homes & Buildings
Chana School Museum 815-732-4714
201 North River Road, Oregon, IL 61061
Located on the east side of the Rock River at Oregon Park East, this two-room schoolhouse served the Oregon community from 1883 until the 1960s. Listed on the National... more infoOld Ogle County Courthouse
Located in Historic Downtown Oregon
This three-story Romanesque Revival-style building is listed on the National Register of Historic Buildings. It has been refurbished and is open for public tours. ... more info
Libraries & Research Centers
Mt. Morris Public Library 815-734-4927
105 South McKendrie Avenue, Mt. Morris, IL 61054
The Mt. Morris Public Library is normally open from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday, until 5:00 p.m. Fridays, and Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. more info
Museums & Galleries
Art Casting of Illinois & Adagio Fine Art Gallery 815-732-7777
5 Madison Street, Oregon, IL 61061
A bronze foundry specializing in fine art sculpture. The Adagio Fine Art Gallery showcases select artwork from the foundry and some pieces from the private collection... more info mapBilly Barnhart Museum 815-732-3950
201 North 3rd Street, Oregon, IL 61061
Located in the Historic Conover Square Mall
Vintage toys, collectibles, sleighs, farm equipment, and relics of the past are featured at the Billy Barnhart Museum. more info mapEagle's Nest Colony Art Collection 815-732-2724
300 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061
Located in the Oregon Public Library
Showcases turn-of-the-century works in various mediums, including Lorado Taft and Nellie Verne Walker’s neo-classical masterpieces. The second-story art... more info mapJeff Adams - inBronze Studio, Gallery & Foundry 815-734-7578
309 North Wesley Avenue, Mt. Morris, IL 61054
"Never static, Adams' sculptures and monuments flow with the movement of wind and waves capturing the intricate details, graceful lines, and energy of the subjects he... more info mapRuby Nash Museum 815-732-7545
111 North 6th Street, Oregon, IL 61061
Was the home of the Chester Nash family. The Nash Home & Museum is furnished with artifacts from all over Ogle County, from the earliest settlers to present day. The... more info map
Parks, Gardens & Zoos
Nachusa Grasslands 815-456-2340
8772 South Lowden Road (Headquarters), Franklin Grove, IL 61031
Nachusa Grasslands consists of 3,100 acres of prairie remnants, restorations, and reconstructions. This preserve is home to over 700 native prairie plant species and... more info map
Tours & Cruises
Oregon Sculpture Trail
Visitors to Oregon can enjoy a sculpture tour while driving through Oregon on Illinois Route 2. This trail began in 1911, with the creation of Lorado Taft's sculpture,... more infoPride of Oregon, The 800-468-4222
1469 Illinois 2, Oregon, IL 61061
A replica of the famous Rosie O’Shea paddlewheel, this authentic, 102-foot paddlewheel riverboat is docked at the historic Maxson Riverside Restaurant and... more info map
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