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Villa Kathrine

532 Gardner Expressway, Quincy, IL 62301

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Built in 1900, the Villa is a restored Mediterranean castle on the Mississippi, open for self-guided tours daily and guided by appointment. It also serves as Quincy's Tourist Information Center and is stop #26 on the Great River Road.

Villa Kathrine is a unique example of Mediterranean architecture in the Midwest. Located on the bluffs of the Mississippi, Villa Kathrine houses Quincy's tourist information center.

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Summer Flavor Tours

The Pour Haus •  Jun 07 – Aug 30

Flavor Tours incorporate, history, art and of course food! The weekend walking tours are held every Saturday in the summer, rain or shine. …

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2025 USA National and Junior National Pool Championships

Oakley Lindsay Center •  Jul 07 – Jul 12 @ 9AM

Enjoy some exciting billiards action! A variety of games and styles will be played at the Oakley Lindsay Center in Quincy, IL. Free and open to…

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Gem City Summer Concert Series

Lincoln Park •  Jul 18 – Jul 19

Join us for a weekend of incredible music on Quincy's beautiful riverfront!

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