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Apple River Fort

Hours of Operation

  • Open mid-Apr - early Sep: daily 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; early Sep - mid-Apr: Wed. - Sun. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
(815) 858-2028
Website
311 E Myrtle St
Elizabeth , IL 61028

Description

During the Blackhawk War, the Apple River Fort's untrained settlers staved off nearly 200 Sauk and Fox warriors. Today, the historic building is home to an enlightening museum that features exhibits on subjects such as the histories of the Sauk and Fox tribes, and the causes that lead to the 16-week ... more »

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