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.
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 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.
Address:
Ronald Reagan's Boyhood Home, 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: 10am-4pm; Sun: 1pm-4pm
Facilities: Gift shop