Quincy features 19th century architecture along the Mississippi River. Some of the homes of interest are the Huffman House, Lorenzo Bull House and Warfield House.
The All Wars Museum includes military items from the American Revolution to Desert Storm. Displays include vehicles, weapons, uniforms, medals and flags.
Hours:
9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm; Sun:9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
The Gardner Museum of Architecture and Design is housed in Quincy's historic old public library, the Romanesque Revival style building was erected in 1888. The Gardner Museum offers exhibits that focus on the history of the region's architecture and stained glass. The second floor known as "Aspirations in Glass" features stained glass windows saved from demolished churches.
Address: Gardner Museum of Architecture and Design, 332 Maine Street, Quincy, IL 62301-3929, United States
Phone: 1 (217) 224-6873, Fax: 1 (217) 224-0006
Quincy Museum is housed in the Romanesque Necomb-Stillwell House, built in 1891. The house has architectural ornamental carvings on the stone exterior. The first floor features 19th century furnishings. The second and third floors feature changing exhibits. The Discovery Area has hands-on activities for children that include dinosaurs, wildlife, and American Indian cultural exhibits.
Villa Kathrine is an Islamic residence, built in 1900. The Villa built for Quincy native and world traveler George Metz. It was based on sketches and photos of villas in various parts of the Islamic world. Some of the features include a "harem" room and a courtyard which surrounds a reflecting pool.