Dixon in Lee County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

102 South Galena Avenue

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, July 8, 2023

1. 102 South Galena Avenue Marker

Inscription. In 1854 E.B. Stiles established the Exchange Bank here, which was replaced by the Lee County Bank in 1865 and later the City National Bank. In 1926 the exterior was rebuilt by William J. McAlpine and would more recently feature additions such as parking garages and drive through banking lanes.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the National Register of Historic Places series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1854.

Location. 41° 50.613′ N, 89° 28.951′ W. Marker is in Dixon, Illinois, in Lee County. Marker is at the intersection of South Galena Avenue (U.S. 52) and East 1st Street, on the right when traveling north on South Galena Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 102 S Galena Ave, Dixon IL 61021, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. 101-103 West First Street (within shouting distance of this marker); 105-107 West First Street (within shouting distance of this marker); 115 West First Street (within shouting distance of this marker); Reagan Peace Park Murals (within shouting distance of this marker); Berlin Wall Replica (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Wings of Peace and Freedom

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(about 300 feet away); 123 East First Street (about 300 feet away); Our Fathers — Veterans of 1861-1865 (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dixon.

Also see . . . Dixon Downtown Historic District (PDF). National Register of Historic Places nomination for the district, which includes this building. (National Archives) (Submitted on August 15, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, July 8, 2023

2. 102 South Galena Avenue Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on August 15, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 14, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 47 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 14, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.