GALENA, Ill. — The sign on Highway 20 and Franklin reads "Welcome to Galena." This city of approximately 3,500 people has plenty to offer. "Galena Main Street, historic downtown, which has over ...

Galena, Illinois, a city rich in history and charming surroundings, is less than three hours away from Chicago, making it a perfect getaway for families. Once a hub for commerce by way of the ...

Galena – in the far northwestern part of Illinois, near the locus of the Iowa and Wisconsin borders – is not only a great place to stock up on candles, taffy and seasonal holiday decorations.