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1918 Standard Oil Filling StationRochelle’s first filling station and the first station built along the Lincoln Highway in Illinois. Restored in 2001, the 1918 landmark now houses the Spark Shop, a retail incubator for local small businesses.
Flagg-Rochelle Public LibraryActive public library in a 1912 Prairie-style Carnegie building listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Norm Skare HomesteadNorm Skare Homestead preserves a piece of Rochelle-area pioneer history within Norm Skare Park. See the historic home and grounds, then explore the park’s shelter, disc-golf course, and hiking trails. Contact the Flagg-Rochelle Park District before visiting for current homestead access or interpretive programming.
Roberts Armory WWII Historical MuseumWWII US Army vehicles/artillery. Reenactments, parades, and preservation. Open Memorial Day, Lincoln Highway Heritage Festival, Veteran’s Day, or by appointment. Call 815-561-4445.
Rochelle Fire Department MuseumMuseum features a restored 1924 fire engine “Old Gertie” and other antique fire department equipment.
Rochelle Flagg Township MuseumMuseum with artifacts, searchable genealogical records at the Research Rochelle Station, and in possession of one of the only known 1915 Partin-Palmer automobiles. Group tours by arrangement. Call for hours.
Rochelle Lincoln Highway Interpretive GazeboILHC gazebo at Rochelle Railroad Park with panels on Lincoln Hwy history. Mural at 429 Lincoln Hwy depicts Emily Post’s stay. Funded by FHWA and Illinois DOT.
Rochelle Lincoln Highway Interpretive MuralEmily Post-themed Lincoln Highway mural at 429 Lincoln Highway, part of the Illinois Lincoln Highway Coalition interpretive mural series.
Rochelle Lincoln Highway Interpretive Mural #2On Trans World Plastic Films, 150 N 15th St. Sepia mural from vintage postcard depicts Chicago & Northwestern Railroads, Rochelle-built Partin-Palmer automobile, and Lincoln Hwy “L” sign. Highlights Rochelle as “Hub City.”
- Spring Lake Pool & SplashpadSeasonal outdoor aquatic facility with a water slide, diving boards, splashpad, children's wading pool, open swim area, daily admission, group visits, and private rentals.
T-Byrd LanesRochelle bowling center with lanes for casual play and leagues, plus an on-site restaurant and bar, pro shop, pool tables, arcade games, and birthday-party options.
The REC CenterFlagg-Rochelle Park District recreation center with gymnasiums, indoor turf, fitness center, walking track, multipurpose rooms, and two pools.