Near North River Road (County Road 33) south of East Park Road, on the right when traveling south.
The towering concrete statue known as "Black Hawk" is Lowden State Park's most famous landmark. The sculpture, a marvel of period engineering and technology, was created between 1908 and 1910 by sculptor Lorado Taft and artist and engineer John G. . . . — — Map (db m185025) HM
Near North River Road (County Road 33) just south of East Park Road, on the right when traveling south.
In the spring of 1832, the land along the Rock River was a battlefield. The United States was at war with a band of Sauk and Fox Indians. At stake were the Indians' tribal homelands of northwestern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
Almost 30 . . . — — Map (db m185021) HM
On East Brick Road at North German Church Road, on the right when traveling west on East Brick Road.
Built on the old Chicago and Iowa Trail, this road was the first state aid paved rural road in northern Illinois. Begun in 1914, it was dedicated August 24, 1915. One lane of fired bricks was put in the north lane, a dirt tract in the south lane; . . . — — Map (db m131315) HM
On 4th Street (Illinois Route 2) at West Washington ( Route 64), on the right when traveling south on 4th Street.
1744 1821 in memory of Captain Joseph Ogle pioneer*soldier*circuit rider for whom this county was named served in the Revolutionary War as Captain of Virginia Troops
Placed by the Rochelle Chapter D.A.R. 1924 — — Map (db m208465) HM WM
On West Washington St (Illinois Route 64) just west of South 4th Street ( Route 2), on the right when traveling east.
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Holmes . . . — — Map (db m255975) WM
Near North River Road 1.7 miles north of Washington Street ( Route 56), on the left when traveling north.
Governor of Illinois 1917-1921
President, the Holstein-Friesian Association of America 1921-1930
Sensitive to the best in men and animals, devoted to the refinement, productivity and integrity of both, conscious of the contribution of the . . . — — Map (db m257929) HM
On West Washington Street (Illinois Route 64) just east of South 5th Street, on the right when traveling east.
Improved roads in the 1900s, like the Lincoln Highway, contributed to the rise of Industrialism in America. This brought the period known as the Gilded Age. Business leaders amassed enormous wealth and built elaborate homes, theaters, local . . . — — Map (db m209415) HM
On West Washington Street (Illinois Route 64) just east of South 5th Street, on the left when traveling west.
The Lincoln Highway is an example of the 1900s American cultural awakening. The end of the Victorian era brought progress and independence as people set out in their automobiles to venture across the country. The vision of the first . . . — — Map (db m209416) HM
On Washington Street (Illinois Route 64) just east of South 5th Street, on the left when traveling west.
Oregon has a rich art and cultural heritage that dates back to the days of the Lincoln Highway. Seeking peace and quiet from the hectic life of the city, motorists were now able to enjoy weekends and summers in nearby rural areas. Located on the . . . — — Map (db m209417) HM
On West Washington Street (Illinois Route 64) just east of South 5th Street, on the right when traveling east.
In 1913, Carl Fisher proposed the "coast-to-coast Rock Highway". Eager to put America on wheels, executives from automobile and tire manufacturers quickly joined the effort. At the inaugural meeting on July 1, 1913, the newly elected President, . . . — — Map (db m209414) HM
Near North River Road (County Road 33) south of East Park Road, on the right when traveling south.
The "Black Hawk" statue is one of many large-scale works created by Chicago artist Lorado Taft. For five decades, from 1886 to his death in 1936, Taft was a vibrant figure in the Illinois art world, as a sculptor, lecturer, and author. . . . — — Map (db m185026) HM
On South Prairie Road 1 mile west of East Hogan Road, on the left when traveling west.
From 1840 to 1855 John Stephenson operated a grist mill and a distillery here. A part of the earth dam still remains and can be seen about 30 yards to the south. The mill pond covered several acres and extended about 300 yards south of the earthen . . . — — Map (db m208411) HM
On East Brick Road 0.1 miles east of North Chana Road, on the right when traveling west.
The Chicago and Iowa trail, usually known as the C & I trail, passed through here. Travelers by stage coach, covered wagon, or on horseback between Chicago and Iowa frequently stayed overnight at Capt. Stinson's inn. This center of community life in . . . — — Map (db m131316) HM
Near River Road 2 miles north of Washington Street ( Route 56).
This log cabin, which dates back to the 1830's, originally stood on the Glenn Borneman farm west of Leaf River. It was initially a one-room lofted structure with hand-hewn logs that were notched at the ends for joining at the corners. The timbers . . . — — Map (db m257917) HM
Near North River Road (County Route 33) south of East Park Road, on the right when traveling south.
Whether you're here to stroll, picnic, camp, or just enjoy the scenic views of the Rock River, Lowden State Park welcomes you. The park is open year-round, and offers foot trails, more than 100 campsites, and even an inexpensive cabin that can be . . . — — Map (db m185024) HM
