Muncie to Oregon or Bust

The adventure began on Friday, July 23rd.  We met the Hahns and had great travel weather to Galena, Illinois.  We camped at Palace Campground and prepared to explore the historic city of Galena.  On Saturday we walked along the Galena River near the restored depot.  During the last two days the area had received 10 inches of rain.  We saw the results of the rainstorms.  One van was two thirds underwater.

After walking along the levee we toured the city and enjoyed lunch. 

Our first stop following lunch was the Belevedere House.  It was a home that was built in the 1850's and was furnished with furniture and decorations that demonstrated the wealth of the time.  It also included items from Liberace and the drapes from "Gone with the Wind".

The next stop was President Grant's Home.  He served as a soldier, worked in a tannery, and was elected as the 18th president.  The home was modestly furnished, but had a fantastic view of the city.

Sunday we traveled to Fairmont, Minnesota, and we will camp in Wall on Monday.