Things To Do In Galesburg

Discover the Many Charms of Galesburg

Here are our top 6:

1. Visit Seminary Street, a lovely, compact, independent shopping district three blocks away.
2. Eat your way through Galesburg. Try a crepe from Landmark Cafe or a pizza from Baked.
3. Get a sense of our history—we're more than just the site of the Lincoln-Douglas Debate—by exploring the exhibits in Alumni Hall and Old Main.
4. Walk the trails, take a paddleboat ride, or kick back on the beach at Lake Storey, a 10-minute drive from campus.
5. Drink coffee. Visit Innkeeper's and try their artisan roasted blends (made in house!).
6. See the exciting local art at the Galesburg Community Arts Center, home to many Knox-related events!