Museums
Quincy is home to 12 eclectic museums. Some historical in nature, some inspired by the arts, others reflecting agriculture, architecture, and unique collections. A photo gallery is below, as well as the BOGO MUSEUM PASS. For each admittance you pay, a friend gets in free, compliments of SeeQuincy. Visit 5 of the 12 and get a free prize! Call if you'd like a copy mailed to you | 800.978.4748.
EELLS HOUSE
Owned by prominent abolitionist Dr. Richard Eells, the oldest standing two-story brick house in Quincy & a station on the Underground Railroad. 415 Jersey 217.223.1800 | more info
THE HISTORY MUSEUM ON THE SQUARE
In Quincy's first public library building, featuring Quincy artifacts, stained glass gallery, gift shop and Mormon history room. FREE. 332 Maine 217.214.1888 hsqac.org
JOHN WOOD MANSION
One of the Midwest's finest example of Greek Revival architecture, once the home of John Wood, Quincy's founder & Illinois' 12th Governor. 425 S 12th 217.222.1835 hsqac.org
LOG CABIN VILLAGE
An 1800s Lincoln-Era Village of 4 log cabins, log corn crib, stone smoke house and log church. The exteriors may be viewed dawn to dusk. Guided tours by appointment.
1100 Quinsippi Island Rd 217.223.9078 logcabinvillagequincyil.com
QUINCY ART CENTER
Galleries, exhibits and hands-on classes located in the East End Historic District. Click here for the NEW Celebration of Education Sculpture Series. FREE. 1515 Jersey 217.223.5900 quincyartcenter.org
QUINCY MUSEUM
Originally the Newcomb-Stillwell Mansion, the 1st floor is now restored to period 1890s, while the two upper floors offer rotating exhibits. 1601 Maine 217.224.7669 thequincymuseum.org
VILLA KATHRINE
Mediterranean castle built on the Mississippi bluffs in 1900 for world traveler, George Metz. Self-guided & group tours available. Now home to Quincy's Tourist Info Center and the Quincy Area CVB. 532 Gardner Expressway 217.224.3688 thevillakathrine.org
WORLD AEROSPACE MUSEUM
Aircraft displays from former soviet bloc countries; on the ground of Quincy Regional Airport. Tours Monday-Friday,
10a-4p, by appointment. FREE.
1645 Hwy 104 | 217.885.3800 jet-warbirds.com