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Prophetstown Historical Society Museum

Prophetstown, IL - Whiteside County
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Address:

  • 320 Washington Street
  • Prophetstown, IL, 61277
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  • History
  • Museums

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Prophetstown is named for the Indian Prophet Wa-bo-kie-shiek (White Cloud). White Cloud was the advisor to Black Hawk during the 1832 Black Hawk War.

The museum is full of historic memorabilia, especially the Eclipse Lawn Mower, which was manufactured in Prophetstown.

Donations.

Open Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon, or by appointment.

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