Dixon, County seat in Lee County, Illinois
Dixon stands along the Rock River in northern Illinois, featuring residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, and municipal buildings across its 7.1 square miles.
John Dixon established a rope ferry service across the Rock River in 1828, leading to the settlement that would become an incorporated city.
The Northwest Territory Historic Center, housed in Ronald Reagan's boyhood school, contains exhibits about local history and the 40th president's early years.
The Dixon Park District maintains over 1,100 acres of recreational spaces, including parks, trails, and sports facilities for residents and visitors.
Dixon earned two state designations: the Petunia Capital of Illinois in 1999 and the Catfish Capital of Illinois in 2009.
Location: Lee County
Inception: 1828
Website: https://www.discoverdixon.org/
Website: https://discoverdixon.org
GPS coordinates: 41.84610,-89.48500
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:54
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