Dixon Attractions
Dixon was the original site of a trading post served by a ferry on Rock River. It is also associated with two U.S. presidents, Abraham Lincoln was here in 1832 and Ronald Reagan grew up in Dixon.
Lincoln Monument State Memorial
A small park marks the site of the Dixon Blockhouse, within the park is a statue of Lincoln as a young man.
Ronald Reagan's Boyhood Home
Ronald Reagan's Boyhood Home was home to the Reagan family from 1920-1923. It has been restored and furnished to appear as it did during that period. Next to the home is a Visitors Center with video footage of Mr. Reagan.
Ronald Reagan's Boyhood Home
816 South Hennepin Avenue
Dixon, IL 61021-3646
United States
816 South Hennepin Avenue
Dixon, IL 61021-3646
United States
Phone 1 (815) 288-5176
Fax 1 (815) 288-3642
Hours
April 1 to November 15
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
