History Buffs Will Want To Stop In Knoxville
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The Old Knox County Courthouse was built in 1839 and used until the county seat was moved to Galesburg in 1873. Upstairs is a display of farm equipment including a Brown Corn Planter manufactured in Galesburg, a desk used by Stephen Douglas when he held court in Knoxville and photographs and information about the courthouse. Downstairs you'll find the largest museum collection of Abingdon pottery in the United States.
Be sure to stop at the Hall Of Records right next door |
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Old Jail
You'll want to photograph your friends and family behind the bars of the cramped solitary confinement cells, or in the drunk tank in the Old Knox County Jail, the site of the only (legal) hanging in Knox County. Kept just like it was in 1845, those who broke the law definitely were not pampered back then. |
Sanburn Log Cabin
Knoxville's first general store is still around, the Sanburn Log Cabin, built in 1832. Just imagine having to do all of your shopping in this one tiny store.
Knoxville's first general store is still around, the Sanburn Log Cabin, built in 1832. Just imagine having to do all of your shopping in this one tiny store.
Demonstrators
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If shopping is your thing, vendors will display their wares - a diverse mix of crafts, antiques and collectibles. We must warn you, though, forget the diet, as local civic groups will tempt you with their homemade cooking. Sandwiches, snacks and desserts can be eaten on the go. For a "sit down" meal, have a pancake breakfast at the 150-year-old Masonic Lodge or homemade chili and potato soup prepared by our local volunteer firefighters at the Fire Station may be just the thing.
James Knox Park
A few blocks north of downtown, in James Knox Park, step back in time and visit a completely restored one-room schoolhouse, maintained by the Knox County Retired Teachers' Association. Chances are you'll meet a school marm who actually taught in one of the many one-room schools that once dotted our countryside.
A few blocks north of downtown, in James Knox Park, step back in time and visit a completely restored one-room schoolhouse, maintained by the Knox County Retired Teachers' Association. Chances are you'll meet a school marm who actually taught in one of the many one-room schools that once dotted our countryside.
Newman School
A few blocks north, in James Knox Park, step back in time and visit a completely restored one-room schoolhouse, maintained by the Knox County Retired Teachers' Association. Chances are you'll meet a school marm who actually taught in one of the many one-room schools that once dotted our countryside.
A few blocks north, in James Knox Park, step back in time and visit a completely restored one-room schoolhouse, maintained by the Knox County Retired Teachers' Association. Chances are you'll meet a school marm who actually taught in one of the many one-room schools that once dotted our countryside.
World War II Cannons
As you wander around our friendly town, you're sure to feel very safe, as Knoxville is stoutly defended by two authentic World War II Howitzers. No invasions from Galesburg guaranteed. Enjoy your stay!
As you wander around our friendly town, you're sure to feel very safe, as Knoxville is stoutly defended by two authentic World War II Howitzers. No invasions from Galesburg guaranteed. Enjoy your stay!
Knox County Museum
The Knox County Historical Museum was moved into its new building in 2009. It was built by Knoxville native Gil Hebard who donated the building to the City of Knoxville with the stipulation that it be used for a museum. Inside you will find historical artifacts including a buggy that Lincoln used on Oct. 22, 1858, when traveling from Plymouth to Carthage during his campaign for the U. S. Senate.
The Knox County Historical Museum was moved into its new building in 2009. It was built by Knoxville native Gil Hebard who donated the building to the City of Knoxville with the stipulation that it be used for a museum. Inside you will find historical artifacts including a buggy that Lincoln used on Oct. 22, 1858, when traveling from Plymouth to Carthage during his campaign for the U. S. Senate.
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Hours of Operation
Vary depending on day and time of year. |
Contact
Dawn Hutchison (309)221-4310 |