About Galesburg, Illinois
Galesburg is a great family-friendly community in Illinois, less than an hour from Peoria, and only 15 minutes from Dahinda. Galesburg homes are within commuting distance of Peoria, but are also close to wilderness recreational areas such as Oak Run for those who appreciate the great outdoors. Oak Run is a popular weekend resort for camping, fishing and boating on Spoon Lake, golfing, and other outdoor activities – and the best part is that it is only half an hour away from Galesburg.
Galesburg was known as a strongly anti-slavery as a community since it was founded by a Presbyterian minister in the early 1800s, and was one of the original stop on the Underground Railroad. There have been a number of famous people who have lived in the town of Galesburg, including President Ronald Reagan, an NFL player, a congressman, a governor, and even the inventor of the Ferris wheel!
With a population of 33,000 in the 2000 Census, Galesburg has both the friendliness of a small town and the space of a larger town. There are approximately 17 square miles of land in Galesburg, with plenty of outlying properties where home buyers can purchase larger Galesburg lots or land and build their own family home.
The Galesburg economy has been tied to the railroad since its early days, when a group of local businessmen lobbied for the Chicago-Quincy railroad connection. The public school system is a good one in Galesburg, with Carl Sandburg Community College conveniently located as a great choice for secondary education when the kids get older.
Families will enjoy the many local festivals and events, like the annual model railroad exhibit (one of the largest in the country), the Great Cardboard Boat Regatta, the Annual Rubber Duck Race, the Stearman Fly-in, and much, much more. Because of the diverse economy and real estate market, the area remains a great location for investment in Galesburg real estate.
