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The imposing columns at the head of Chambers Street is a wonderful relic of Galesburg's early years. Local legend says that the basement of the house was used as a station on the "underground railroad." Each of the 3 guest rooms are unique in decoration and feature their own private bath.

Location: 501 E. Losey St., Galesburg Illinois 61401 Telephone 309-342-8683

Other Bed and Breakfasts and Country Inns nearby:
(Sheffield) Chestnut Street Inn Bed and Breakfast
(Galesburg) Fahnestock House
(Galesburg) Great House
(Knoxville) Knox Station Bed & Rails
(Peoria) Ruth's Bed and Breakfast
(Galesburg) Seacord House

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