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Morrison Lincoln Highway MuralThe Morrison Lincoln Highway Interpretive Mural at 208 E. Main Street depicts visitors arriving at the 1921 Whiteside County Fair after the newly paved Lincoln Highway made regional travel easier. Installed as part of the Illinois Lincoln Highway Coalition’s interpretive mural series, the hand-painted work connects Morrison’s fair heritage with the nation’s first transcontinental highway and forms part of the scenic byway’s public-art trail across Illinois.
Morrison Veteran’s Park & MemorialMorrison Veteran’s Park & Memorial on East High Street offers a quiet place to honor area veterans. The memorial includes a Howitzer field-artillery piece, tablets naming deceased Morrison-area veterans with service and burial information, personalized brick pavers, and granite benches for reflection. The American, POW/MIA, and Illinois flags fly above the site. Contact the City of Morrison for information about purchasing a memorial brick.
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.
Norm Skare ParkRochelle park at 9977 County Highway 22 with a shelter, disc golf course, hiking trails, and the historic Norm Skare Homestead.
Ogle County CourthouseHistoric Ogle County Courthouse in downtown Oregon, constructed in 1891–1892 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The landmark remains an active county government building and a prominent architectural feature of the county seat.
Ogle County Historical Museum / Ruby Nash MuseumHistoric 1878 Nash home and museum presenting artifacts and stories from Ogle County's earliest settlers to the present.
Old Lee County CourthouseCompleted in 1901, the Old Lee County Courthouse is a Classical Revival landmark in downtown Dixon and a contributing property in the historic district. The domed cut-stone building stands on the site of Lee County’s earlier courthouse and continues to house county administrative offices and the County Board meeting room. A marker on the lawn recalls Abraham Lincoln’s campaign speech at the site.
Old Settlers Cabin, Lincoln Statue and Fort Dixon SitePresident’s Park brings together Dixon’s Old Settlers Cabin, Abraham Lincoln Statue, and former Fort Dixon site along the Rock River. Leonard Crunelle’s 1930 bronze depicts the 23-year-old Lincoln as a Black Hawk War militia captain, the only known statue showing him in military uniform. The 1894 cabin preserves local pioneer history and opens for special tours and events. The grounds and riverwalk are open for self-guided visits.
On Any Sunday Motorcycle MuseumPrivate motorcycle collection in downtown Polo with about 90 bikes on display, especially European motorcycles from 1928 through 1978, plus racing and street-bike memorabilia. Hours can be limited and access may be by chance or appointment, so call before traveling.
Oregon Depot MuseumHistoric 1910 depot museum, hosts Ogle County Military Museum, event space, monthly speaker series. Trailhead for Bike Ogle’s 9 mapped routes. Open Sat 9am–noon.
Oregon Kiwanis ParkKiwanis Park is a 2-acre site along the riverfront at the west edge of the Oregon dam. Close to downtown, popular fishing spot, panoramic views of Rock River Valley and Blackhawk statue. Home to “From the Waters Comes My Bounty” statue.
Oregon Lincoln Highway Interpretive GazeboILHC interpretive gazebo on the Ogle County Courthouse lawn. Related mural in downtown Oregon. Part of a 40-mural, 16-gazebo project funded by FHWA and Illinois DOT.
Oregon Lincoln Highway Interpretive MuralDepicts 1924 Road Guide’s mention of Blackhawk statue trip. Mural shows the 48-foot Blackhawk statue by Lorado Taft on the Rock River bluff. Part of IL Lincoln Highway mural project.
Oregon Park East23-acre park divided by River Road. Access above and below Oregon dam for fishing and canoeing. Home to historic Chana School and annual car/tractor show. Observation deck overlooks Rock River Valley and downtown Oregon. Facilities: ball diamond, basketball court, restrooms, shelters, playground, grills, picnic tables, bike trail, parking.
Propheter ParkOutdoor basketball courts, playground, open play areas, and a Lincoln statue.
Prophetstown Civil War MonumentLocated on the east bank of the Rock River at Riverside Cemetery. Commemorates four battles: Shiloh, Gettysburg, Kennesaw, and Resaca. Features a lone Civil War soldier.
Prophetstown MuralsExplore downtown public murals depicting Prophetstown history and celebrating the community’s Illinois Arts Friendly recognition.
Reagan Peace ParkPark featuring a 20-foot Wings of Peace and Freedom sculpture by Nick Tanev, murals, and a replica of the Berlin Wall, recognizing President Reagan’s impact on world peace.
Robert A. Millikan ParkPark named for Nobel laureate Robert A. Millikan. Downtown Morrison. Features icons of Morrison’s past: hitching post, railroad crossing, horse trough, historic brick paths. Developed with help from the Historic Preservation Commission.
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.”
Rock Falls Veterans Memorial ParkThe first City Park in Rock Falls, Veterans Memorial Park was established to memorialize, commemorate and properly recognize our veterans – past, present and future – for their contributions to the protection of our nation and its citizens, as well as the preservation of freedom throughout the world. Contains dedicated monuments to all Rock Falls Veterans. Has a fully lit band shell and covers approx. 1 acre.
Ronald Reagan ParkVillage park with a playground, picnic space, presidential-history marker, gazebo, and a bronze statue of a young Ronald Reagan.
