Area // Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit

Bushnell Wheeler Home

542 Wheeler Ave.
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-1514
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Overview

Completed in 1856 for Reverend Alexander Montgomery, the agent for the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions, this Italianate Villa has been restored to its former glory. Local area history room and library.

The South Beloit Historical Society hosts an annual Christmas Open House and summer band concerts in the gazebo. Tours by appointment or chance.

Attraction

General

Directions: Illinois Rt. 2 north or Illinois 251 north to South Beloit. From Rt. 2 turn east at Gardner Street or from Rt. 251 turn west. Go two to three blocks to Wheeler. Turn south onto Wheeler.
Hours: By appointment or chance

Attraction Amenities

Parking - Free:

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