Dowling House, Historic house on Diagonal Street in Galena, United States.
The limestone building features a single-pen architectural design with functional rooms, large windows, and a symmetrical facade typical of early American construction.
Built between 1826 and 1827, the structure stands as the oldest building in Galena and the sixteenth oldest in Illinois, initially serving as both residence and trading post.
The Dowling family shaped local governance, with John serving on the fire committee and town board while Nicholas became mayor of Galena in 1843.
Visitors can explore the house through thirty-minute guided tours from May to November, examining period furnishings that reflect 1820s living conditions.
The building underwent complete rehabilitation in the 1960s by William McCauley after decades of abandonment, leading to its preservation as a museum.
Location: Galena
Address: 220 Diagonal Street
GPS coordinates: 42.41720,-90.42690
Latest update: March 6, 2025 03:19
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