John Wood Mansion, Log Cabin & Parsonage
425 South 12th Street, Quincy, IL 62301
Historic Sites
Go back in time and experience a treasured piece of Quincy history.
The John Wood Mansion is the restored home of Quincy's founder and the 12th governor of Illinois. The 1835 Pioneer Log Cabin is preserved authentically, and the Parsonage displays items depicting the history of Adams County.
What's happening nearby...
Quincy Festival of Lights
Moorman Park • Nov 28 – Dec 31 @ 5PM
Enjoy the magical lights as you drive through Moorman Wavering Park as part of your annual holiday tradition!
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Quincy Shootout
Blue Devil Gym in Baldwin School • Jan 24 – Jan 25 @ 9AM
Seventeen high school basketball teams from 7 states will meet up in the Quincy Notre Dame gymnasium and Blue Devil Gymnasium in Baldwin School on January…
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Great River Eagle Days
Oakley LIndsay Civic Center • Jan 25 – Jan 26 @ 10AM
The event honors Native American traditions surrounding bald eagles with a variety of sacred ceremonies and entertainment. Native American food and crafts and educational activities…
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Quincy Underground Railroad Museum: Dr Richard Eells House
Quincy
A great place to check out Quincy's Underground Railroad History. Many exhibits and displays telling the history of fugitives escaping the slave state of Missouri.
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