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Located directly off Interstate 74 between Peoria and the Quad Cities, Galesburg is the largest city within a 40-mile radius. This allows it to serve as a local melting pot, bringing all the surrounding communities together for education, commerce, entertainment, local festivals and more. You’ll visit us on your next weekend getaway and fall in love. So when you do, here’s all the resources and information you’ll need to learn exactly why it’s time to make Galesburg, Illinois your new home.

GROCERY, MARKETS & SPECIALTY STORES

If you need help finding information on the schools—public and private—click on the links below to learn more about our local schools and discover how they might fit your student’s individual needs and educational expectations.

Grocery

Markets & Specialty Stores

Antique Shopping Six Antique shops filled floor to ceiling with one-of-a-kind finds.

Downtown District Unique boutiques offering some of the best of Galesburg.

Galesburg Farmer’s Market Fresh produce, crafts, homemade food, & freshly butchered meats.

Seminary Street A red-bricked road guides your path from eatery to boutique.

Henderson Street & Seminary Square A taste of many well-known storefronts & restaurants.

SCHOOLS

Preschool

Elementary

Junior High

High School

Religiously Affiliated

RELIGIOUS & CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS

Galesburg’s diversity continues into its multitude of religious centers. Regardless of your beliefs, there’s a home for you to connect and practice your faith amongst your peers. Continue on your journey, start a new one, or become closer on your own terms with the tools and resources available for you and your family.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

We get it. You need to get to where you’re going—whether domestic or abroad! Moving to Galesburg won’t leave you short on public transportation services. From bus to plane, you’ll be able to move about the city without the need for a personal vehicle.

Amtrak

By train, use a passenger rail service like Amtrak. This fast and efficient travel method offers daily trips in and out of the ‘Burg, so you can start your adventure sooner!

Bus

By bus, explore the various areas of the city without the hassle of parking or the stress of driving your personal vehicle. The Galesburg Transit City Bus provides four fixed bus routes to all the places you may need to go!

Airports

By plane, find yourself on your next adventure to a place unknown! Enjoy your work trip or well-deserved getaway with peace of mind that your home in Galesburg is waiting for you.

Quad Cities International Airport

General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport

Chicago Midway International Airport

O’Hare International Airport

Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal

St. Louis Lambert International Airport

Services

Easily get around town by downloading rideshare apps, like Uber and Lyft, or ride in style with VIP Limousine, offering a stretch Hummer vehicle with personal driver. Call them to book at 309-252-2247.

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