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River Bend Gallery

300 S. Main Street, Galena, IL 61036

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Professional artist Geoffrey Mikol creates stunning photographs that shed new light on the natural surroundings of Galena.

Professional artist Geoffrey Mikol owns River Bend Gallery with his family and has garnered numerous awards for his work, developing a following of collectors and enthusiasts. As a person born with Down Syndrome, Geoffrey uses his skillful eye as a photographer to express himself in new ways, capturing beautiful scenes of nature with technical precision. With a warm and inviting atmosphere, guests can view and purchase his photography displayed on mediums such as framed prints, metal, barn wood and slate. Often times, Geoffrey is available for guests to meet the artist himself.

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Other Side of the Anvil

Lawn adjacent to the Stillman Mansion •  Oct 18 – Oct 19 @ 10AM

Two-day blacksmithing event that features forging and historic demonstrations, like broom tying. This is a unique opportunity to work hands-on with a coal forge and gain…

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Twenty Dirty Hands Self-Guided Pottery Tour

Multiple Locations •  Oct 17 – Oct 19 @ 10AM

Join in the 24th edition of the Tri-State region’s only self-guided pottery tour, October 17 - 29, 2025.

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Galena 45th Annual Halloween Parade

Main Street, Galena •  Oct 25 @ 6:30PM

Join Galena's 45th Annual Halloween Parade & Festival! The largest, longest, and spookiest Parade and Festival in the Tri-State Area!

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