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QUINCY TOURISM GRANT PROGRAM

The Oakley Lindsay Center Board of Directors in cooperation with the Quincy Area Convention & Visitors Bureau along with the City of Quincy has established the Quincy Tourism Grant Program. The grant program is designed to reinvest a portion of the Hotel/Motel tax funds back into the Quincy community to promote conventions, tradeshows and events that will grow and produce additional hotel usage. Grant funds are awarded on a quarterly basis in the amount of $500 to $5,000. Priority is given to those events & entities based on their ability to generate overnight visitors to Quincy. Grant funds are awarded on a first come, first served basis. The application must be received 90 days prior to the event, and will be accepted on the following dates: Jan 15, April 15, July 15 and October 15.

For more information or questions contact: Oakley Lindsay Center | 217.223.1000

or apply online | oakleylindsaycenter.com

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Best Small Town Family-Friendly Weekend Destinations VacationIdea Magazine | May 2015 | Quincy ranked #22

Top 10 Best Small Cities for College Grads in 2014 Creditdonkey.com | May 2014 | Quincy The 50 Cities in America That Boomers Never Want to Leave Huffington Post | Jan 2014 Quincy selected to represent Illinois Top 10 Most Affordable Places in Illinois Movoto.com Jan 2014 | Quincy

Best Small City to Raise A Family Forbes MagazineNov 2010 | Quincy ranked #8

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QUINCY ARCHITECTURE & HISTORY

museumsarchitectural driving tour

private home tours

FLOWERS, FOOD & WINEflorists | wineries | iconic food stops

caterers | group-friendly dining

HANDY GUIDES8 eclectic guides

off the record with ron frillman

EVENT VENUES

TRANSPORTATION | ACCOMMODATIONS

SAMPLE ITINERARIES#1 abundant architecture & iconic food : quincy

#2 nature & agritourism : quincy#3 great river road & the stout route : nauvoo

#4 all about abe & joe : pittsfield

ANNUAL EVENTS

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The SeeQuincy staff

your liaison to

venues and

attractions,

developing

customized

itineraries,

along with

marketing

& PR support

–free of charge.

SeeQuincy’s mindset is

this: What’s ours is yours–

from our expertise to promotional materials,

the ease & success of your event is our priority.

Majestically built

on the limestone

bluffs of the

Mississippi,

Quincy is a

gem of a

river town,

steeped in

hospitality,

history and

natural beauty.

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of Midwest friendliness & value,

Quincy is the naturally beautiful and

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Complimentary services & assistance to planners & group leaders. For special requests, just ask what we can do–our main services include, but are not limited to, the following:

Distribution & preparation assistance of Press Releases to area mediaCoordination & assistance in bid proposalsPromotion of events open to the public on local, area and statewide calendars & websitesPosting of events open to the public on SeeQuincy’s social media channelsPossible sponsorship dollars to events generating substantial hotel room nightsRoom rate & room block coordination with area hotelsConvention Bags, Visitor Guides, Maps, Discount Coupon Booklets, Museum PassportsQuincy Merchandise for speakers and special guestsAssistance in event date selectionLarge event brochure design & layoutStep-on city guide serviceCoordination of site visitsCustomized group itineraries and set up with all attractionsBrochures for area transportation, hotels, restaurants, antiques, recreation & eventsAssistance with city & park district applicationsMailing of visitor packets in advance of event

SeeQuincy serves a 3-county area consisting of Adams, Hancock & Pike, encompassing nearly 300,000 people, offering 1750+ hotel rooms collectively.

T H E H I S T O R Y M U S E U M 332 MAINE 217.214.1888 hsqac.orgQuincy’s original public library, now home to area artifacts, a stunning stained glass gallery, gift shop, and Mormon City of Refuge Display. The gallery is a gorgeous event venue.

QUINCY MUSEUM 1601 MAINE 217.224.7669 thequincymuseum.orgMillionaire mansion on Maine Street with 20,000 sq ft, 14-karat gold woodwork on the 1st floor and rotating exhibits on the 2nd & 3rd floors.

VILLA KATHRINE 532 GARDNER EXPY

2 1 7 . 2 2 4 . 3 6 8 8 v i l l a k a t h r i n e . o r gQuincy’s own Mediterranean castle built on the Mississippi River bluffs in 1900 for world traveler, George Metz at a cost of $7,000. Also serves as the Tourist Info Center & houses SeeQuincy.

DR. EELLS HOUSE 415 JERSEY 217.223.1800This 1835 home was a stop for fugitives on the Underground Railroad and was the residence of leading abolitionist, Dr. Richard Eells. Quincy was the first “station” across the border of the slave state, Missouri.

J O H N W O O D M A N S I O N 425 S 12TH 217.222.1835 hsqac.orgOutstanding Greek Revival home built for Quincy’s founder, this beauty was cut in half and moved from across the street in 1864. Wood was also the 12th Governor of Illinois.

ALL WARS MUSEUM & PARK 1707 N 12TH 217.222.8641 quincyivh.orgOver 5,000 US military artifacts in the museum, located on the grounds of Illinois’ oldest Veteran’s Home, which has been termed “a city within itself ”. Deer & buffalo roam in the surrounding park.

QUINCY

ARCHITECTURE & HISTORY

MUSEUMS

ABUNDANT ARCHITECTUREDRIVING TOUR

15 AREAS OF THE CITY

Quincy touts some of the best architecture outside

of Chicago in the State of Illinois and holds 4 National Register

Historic Districts.

The Abundant Architecture Tour guides you through a selection of diverse areas of the

city for maximum exposure to a variety of

styles, taking approximately an hour

to complete.

See sleek mid-century modern structures to

skillfully crafted 19th century homes

of both majestic & modest facades.

A knowledgeable step-on guide may be arranged, or self guide with your

group via the accompanying map.

ARCHITECTURE DRIVING TOUR GUIDE

BOGO MUSEUM PASS (BUY ONE GET ONE)

*ASK FOR

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Custom designed tours that groups rave over, the

Private Homes Tours program offers exclusive

tours of outstanding & meticulously maintained resi-

dences in Quincy’s East End Historic District.

A tota l of e ighteen pr ivate ly owned homes

offers a wonderful selection from which to choose.

SeeQuincy makes all the arrangements, commonly

grouping the homes within walking distance from

one another, with 3-4 homes scheduled to suit the

group’s interests and itinerary. Tours are given by the

people who know the property best– the home

owners themselves.

The tour structure accommodates large groups

or smaller more intimate groups as well. Below

is a sneak peek at a handful of homes on the tour.

PRIVATE HOME TOURS PHOTO GALLERY

ASK FOR

QUINCY

ARCHITECTURE & HISTORY

PRIVATE HOME TOURS

HOME2HOME

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Want to bring more purpose to your group’s travels?

HOME2HOME is the ideal way

to accomplish just that.

It’s a partnership between SeeQuincy,

Habitat For Humanity, and YOU!

Simply by booking your tour,

you’ll be helping prospective home owners

get one step closer

to living in their own homes.

When your group

of 25 or more tours

up to 3 Private Homes, the CVB provides

much needed materials to Habitat For Humanity.

In this case, a 10lb bucket of nails.

{GROUP LEADER TESTIMONIALS

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PRIVATE HOME TOURS COST $5/person per home

“I thank you immensely for such a great choice of homes to tour. We were so very graciously welcomed into each home and really enjoyed

the personal tours we received. “

{“Our home tours were excellent. We especially loved Judy, her garden,

the house and story. Boom--successful day.

Can’t wait to bring another group!”

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FLORISTS

ADAM FLORIST522 S 8TH | 217.228.0522adamflorist.com

FRERICKS GARDENS3400 N 12TH | 217.223.1403frericksgardens.com

COUNTY MARKET520 N 24TH | 217.222.01904830 BROADWAY | 217.223.4829mycountymarket.com

HYVEE FLORAL SHOP3700 BROADWAY | 217.228.1166 1400 HARRISON | 217.222.8850hy-vee.com

WELLMAN FLORIST1040 BROADWAY | 217.222.2030wellmanflorist.com

LAVISH FLORAL DESIGN105 N 10TH | 217.641.2609lavishfloraldesign.com

HOLTSCHLAG1133 S 12TH | 217.222.1680holtschlagflorist.com

THE FLOWER GIRL 217.222.2611

QUINCY AREA

FLOWERS, FOOD & WINEGROUP-FRIENDLYDINING

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WINE TRAIL

BAXTER’S VINEYARDS & WINERY2010 E PARLEY ST | NAUVOO217.453.2528nauvoowinery.com

HOPEWELL WINERY19048 US HWY 54 | ROCKPORT217.285.2759 hopewellwinery.com

SPIRIT KNOB WINERY2213 E 640TH PLACE | URSA217.964.2678 spiritknob.com

VILLAGE VINEYARD WINERY337 N VERMONT | CAMP POINT217.509.9463

LAKE HILL WINERY 1822 E CTY RD 1540 | CARTHAGE217.357.2675lakehillwinery.com

CATERERS

UNDERBRINK’S BAKERY 1627 COLLEGEAuthentic German bakery since 1929, using many of the original “formulas” today. Nut Rolls, Radio Rolls, and Angel Food Cupcakes with buttercream icing are heavenly.... 217.222.1831 underbrinks.com

MAID-RITE SANDWICH SHOP 507 N 12THHome of the loose meat sandwich, Food Net-work’s Alton Brown loved his Maid-Rite in 2007 as will your group. Served diner style, but “No tipping allowed”... put it toward homemade cream pies or shakes! 217.222.9767 maid-rite.com

W I N K I N G ’ S M A R K E T 4 1 6 S 4 T HThe last corner mom & pop grocery store in Quincy, Winking’s began in 1948 and is the local brown bag lunch favorite. Cold cuts, hot home made soups & a penny candy corner.217.223.4764 winkingsmarket.com MISSISSIPPI VALLEY

WINE TRAIL GUIDE

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LOCAL FIX CULINARY GUIDE

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SUBWAY936 BROADWAY | 217.228.2008

TONY’S TOO4821 OAK | 217.641.2300

THYME SQUARE CAFE615 HAMPSHIRE | 217.224.3515

thymesquarecafe.net

POP’S PIZZA popsquincy.com938 MAINE | 217.222.7677

QUINCY STEAMBOAT CO.833 KENTUCKY | 217.224.6644

quincysteamboat.com

QDOBA MEXICAN GRILL415 N 32ND | 217.222.4822

qdoba.coom

BUTCHER BLOCK819 MAINE | 217.222.6248

butcherblockquincy.com

PANERA BREAD panerabread.com3720 BROADWAY | 217.222.0860

KELLY’S kellysquincy.com2902 BROADWAY | 217.222.5579

JJ’S KITCHEN1400 N 30TH | 217.228.1447

jjskitchen.com

JIMMY JOHN’S1828 BROADWAY | 217.223.1000

jimmyjohns.com

COUNTY MARKET520 N 24TH | 217.222.0190

freshtradtions.com

THE PATIO patiorestaurant.com133 S 4TH | 217.222.1281

KRAZY CAKES512 HAMPSHIRE | 217.222.2253

krazycakesquincy.com

THE YUM FACTORY700 MAINE | 217.209.0177

theyumfactory.com

GROWN-N-GATHERED601 MAINE | 217.615.0716

grownngathered.com

HY-VEE hy-vee.com3700 BROADWAY | 217.228.10601400 HARRISON | 217.224.9442

THE ABBEY1736 SPRING | 217.228.8868

ZOUP zoup.com3428 BROADWAY | 217.577.7020

FATBACK’S SMOKIN RACKS901 N 24TH | 217.209.0390

SALVATION ARMY KROC CTR405 VERMONT | 217.222.5762

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BEST BUFFET5325 OAK | 217.228.8883

BOODALU STEAKHOUSE117 HAMPSHIRE 217.222.3100

DUNNBELLY BAR & BISTRO4403 BROADWAY217.209.3775

DRAKES STEAK & ALE201 S 3RD | 217.277.8325

FUJI JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE5005 BROADWAY217.231.3838

GOLDEN CORRAL3908 BROADWAY217.506.6153

MAID-RITE 507 N 12TH | 217.222.9767

THE PARK BENCH/REVELRY115 N 4TH | 217.222.6869

THE PATIO133 S 4TH | 217.222.1281

THE PIER401 BAYVIEW DR217.221.0020

RIVERSIDE SMOKE HOUSE222 S 3RD | 217.214.7675

SPROUT’S INN2814 N 12TH | 217.223.6294

THYME SQUARE615 HAMPSHIRE 217.224.3515

TIRAMISU137 N 3RD | 217.222.9560

TONY’S TOO4821 OAK | 217.641.2300

MISSISSIPPI VALLEY

LAGONDOLA500 S 8TH | 217.223.0303

lagondolaspaghettihouse.com

QUINCY

HANDY GUIDES

ANNUAL TRAVEL GUIDE

50 GREAT THINGS TO SEE & DO

ABUNDANT ARCHITECTURE

LINCOLN IN QUINCY

MISSISSIPPI VALLEY WINE TRAIL

LOCAL FIX CULINARY GUIDE

10 SITES TO SEE

DRIVE THE 5 TOLTON SITES

All the Lincoln-significant sites in Quincy in one guide. Fun “Rubbing Page” to create your per-sonal souvenir of the Lincoln Storyboard Trail. Collect your free Lincoln top hat at the end!

OFF THE RECORD

A curated selection of the finest attractions in our three-county area. Please take selfies & fun photos as you visit each and share on our Facebook. #seethe50.

The foodie’s fabulous inside dish on what 70 local chefs are fixing. Check out the STOUT ROUTE 3000 on the back of the guide. A fun “little” food itinerary along the Great River Road.

Five family-owned wineries in the scenic Quincy surrounds. Take the TRAIL BLAZER CHALLENGE: Visit all five wineries and claim your signature Wine Trail T-shirt or glass at the end.

Prepare to be amazed : Peruse 15 areas of the city, pausing to stroll the gorgeous East End Historic District or tour a stunning “house museum”...gawk all you like. We do!

See sites associated with Mormons as the group was offered a safe haven by Quincyans in 1839. Number 4 on the tour is now The History Museum, featuring a Mormon City of Refuge Display and video.

Learn the inspiring story of the first African-American priest in the United States. Tour the sites & places signifying the milestones of Au-gustine Tolton’s life in Quincy.

with RON FRILLMAN

All inclusive tool to the three county area, with beautiful photos, meaty editorial, day-trip-ping ideas, accommodations map, and an insid-ers view of the best places to discover off the beaten path.

bizarrebrow-raising

spookyspine-tingling

astounding & amazing

driving tourof places associated

with some of the Quincy area’s intriguing former residents

the famous & infamous 13

O F F T H E R E C O R D

{sneak peek}

Tumultuous Mary Astor,

Maltese Falcon starlet, with

Humphrey Bogart

Our newest driving tour is a quirky one for sure, featuring rarely spoken of past Quincy area residents.

They’ve all left their mark in the history book, whether beautiful, or corrupt.

The best way to experience this tour to the fullest is via our knowledgeable and entertaining step-on guide,

Ron Frillman. Groups absolutely rave over Ron. He’s a pro at bringing the past to life,

providing an enlightening and lively commentary to complement the subject matter.

In fact, Ron co-authored a book about the second character

in the Off The Record Guide, Jennie Hodgers.

If you choose to self guide, the pocket guide contains a user-friendly map, routing the stops in geographical order.

ALL GUIDES DOWNLOADABLE ON SEEQUINCY.COM

ASK FOR OFF THE RECORD GUIDE*

Pulitzer prize-winning author James Stewart +

his story on the “Doctor of Death”, Michael Swango–

both Quincy natives

Albert Cashier,Jennie Hodgers?

A Civil War soldier borna female, disguised as

a man for over 50 years

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C I R C L E D N U M B E R I N D I C AT E S C A PA C I T Y

ADAMS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS2010 E 1250TH ST | MENDON 217.936.2230 grandstand, arena, morton bldgs, 100-site camping

AMBIANCE5225 KOCHS LANE | 217.224.1111

AMERICAN LEGION116 N 8TH | 217.223.2218

BOODALU STEAKHOUSE117 HAMPSHIRE | 217.222.310

CASINO STARLITE1201 N 20TH | 217.222.1512

DICK BROTHERS BREWERY929 YORK | 217.224.9892

DUNNBELLY BAR & BISTRO4403 BROADWAY | 217.209.3775

EAGLE’S NEST HOTEL 300 S 3RD | 217.224.7733

ELKS CLUB 311 N 2ND | 217.222.3423

FAIRFIELD INN4415 BROADWAY | 217.223.5922

FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES3737 N 5TH | 217.222.0535

THE GATHERING PLACE1704 N 24TH | 217.222.9876

GROWN-N-GATHERED601 MAINE | 217.615.0716

HERITAGE LODGE1166 N 2753RD LN | 217.653.1502

THE STAINED GLASS GALLERY AT THE HISTORY MUSEUM332 MAINE | 217.214.1888

HOFFMAN MANSION2 COOPER ST | HAMILTONinfo@hoffmanmansion.com

HOLIDAY INN4821 OAK | 217.641.2300

JJ’S KITCHEN1400 N 30TH, STE 1 |217. 228.1447

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS700 S 36TH | 217.222.1000

THE KROC CENTER405 VERMONT | 217.222.5762

LAKEVIEW WEDDINGS2439 N 1800TH AVE CAMP POINT | 217.430.6774

MACHINIST HALL2929 N 5TH | 217.222.0394

MARTINIS AT 515515 MAINE | 217.222.5150

MICROTEL INN & STES200 S 3RD | 217.222.5620

OAKLEY LINDSAY CTR300 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA217.223.1000

ONE: SPECIAL EVENT VENUE600 HAMPSHIRE | 217.214.0600

THE PARK BENCH/REVELRY115 N 4TH | 217.222.6869

THE PATIO133 S 4TH | 217.222.1281

THE PIER-UPPER ROOM401 BAYVIEW DR | 217.221.0020

POINTE D’VINE276 HWY 57 | 217.656.3056

QUALITY INN & SUITES(THE ATRIUM ON THIRD)201 S 3RD | 217.222.2666

QCY ART CENTER1515 JERSEY | 217.223.5900

QCY FAMILY YMCA3101 MAINE | 217.222.9622

QCY MALL COMM ROOM33RD & BROADWAY | 217.223.8713

QCY PUBLIC LIBRARY526 JERSEY | 217.223.1309

QCY SENIOR & FAMILY CTR639 YORK | 217.223.5700

QCY UNIVERSITY1800 COLLEGE AVE217.222.8020

SALEM CHURCH435 S 9TH | 217.222.0601

SCOTTIE’S FUN SPOT8000 BROADWAY | 217.222.3868

SPROUT’S INN2814 N 12TH | 217.223.6294

STATE ROOM434 STATE | 217.221.9844

STONEY CREEK INN3809 BROADWAY | 217.223.2255

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BALDWIN AUDITORIUM3000 MAINE | 217.228.7140

THE CROSSING CHURCH150 S 48TH | 217.224.6374

FLINN STADIUM4400 MAINE | 217.224.4607

JOHN WOOD COMM COLLEGE1301 S 48TH | 217.224.6500

THE KROC CENTER405 VERMONT | 217.222.5762

OAKLEY LINDSAY CENTER300 CIVIC CTR PLAZA | 217.223.1000

SALEM CHURCH SANCTUARY435 S 9TH | 217.222.0601

QCY COMMUNITY THEATRE300 CIVIC CTR PLAZA | 217.222.3209

QCY JR HIGH MORRISON THEATRE14TH & MAINE | 217.228.7140

QCY PARK DISTRICT PORTABLE MOBILE STAGE 217.223.7703

QCY UNIVERSITYMACHUGH THEATRE1800 COLLEGE | 217.228.5320

QU STADIUM18TH & SYCAMORE | 217.222.8020

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WINDSONG ACRES2121 E 2400TH ST | CAMP POINT217.779.1991

WINTER’S WEST WING415 HAMPSHIRE | 217.224.2002

WOMEN’S CITY CLUB1550 MAINE | 217.222.2578 (closed Aug)

TANGERINE BOWL3530 MAINE | banquet room217.222.8262

TIRAMISU137 N 3RD | 217.222.9560

TOWER OF PIZZA2635 BROADWAY | 217.224.6030

VILLA KATHRINE532 GARDNER EXPRESSWAY217.224.3688

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PLANESQUINCY REGIONAL AIRPORT | 1645 HWY 104 800.352.0714 | 217.885.3120 | quincyregionalairport.com | united.com

UNITED AIRLINES 2 FLIGHTS DAILY TO CHICAGO O’HARE

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TRANSPORTATION

TRAINSAMTRAK | 2914 WISMAN LN | 800.USA.RAIL amtrak.comDAILY SERVICE TO CHICAGO Departs Qcy 6:12a & 5:30p | Arrives Qcy 11:58p & 10:18p

AUTOMOBILESENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR | 4519 BROADWAY800.325.8007 | 217.222.7000 | enterprise.com

HERTZ RENT-A-CAR | 207 N 36TH217.222.8520 | hertz.com

DIAMOND CABS | 121 S 9TH, QCY | 217.222.6820

PREDMORE SHUTTLE | 1205 N 12TH, QCY217.222.7055 | 7 PASSENGER VANS

MIKE’S LIMO SERVICE | QCY | 217.440.0188 up to 6 PASSENGER | SERVICE TO STL LAMBERT AIRPORT

VALENTINE EXPRESS | QCY | 217.617.0711 | 34 PASSENGER

VIP BUS RIDE | QCY | 951.444.8477 | vipbusride.com | 27 PASS

MOTORCOACHESGREAT RIVERS BUS LINE, INC | QCY | 800.805.8766 greatriverbus.com | 40, 55, 56 PASSENGER MOTORCOACHES 7 PASSENGER DENALI SUV

HANNIBAL TROLLEY | 220 N MAIN | HANN, MO | 573.221.1161

WALDEN BROS | HANNIBAL, MO | 800.221.3081 waldenbros@sbcglobal.net | 32 PASSENGER

PUBLIC BUSESQUINCY TRANSIT LINES | 2020 JENNIFER RD, QCY217.228.45501 | quincy-il.gov/transit/home.htmCITY PUBLIC TRANPORTATION

TRAILWAYS BUS SYSTEM | COUNTY MARKET EXPRESS 301 RIVERVIEW AVE, QCY | 217.223.1010DAILY SERVICE TO BURLINGTON & ST LOUIS

TROLLEYS & CARRIAGES

BASH’S CARRIAGE | 660.216.5163 | Horse & Carriage

HERITAGE LODGE | 217.653.15021166 N 2753RD LN | LORAINENew 23,000 sq-ft log home with generous, sweeping views and open interior. Surrounded by ample land for recreation. Whole house rental daily/weekly.

SLEEPS UP TO 13 | 4 BED | 4.5 BATH

QUINCY HOTELS/MOTELSADAMS COUNTY LODGES/INNS

URSA CREEK LODGE | 217.228.2460URSA ursacreeklodge.comOriginally a 1919 railroad bridge, the lodge is built upon the piers of the bridge, offering a magnificent great room with stone fireplace & incredible secluded views. Ideal for meetings/dinners for up to 30.

SLEEPS UP TO 8 | 3 BED | 1.5 BATH

VICTORIAN INN | 877.693.6116217 N ILLINOIS ST | CAMP POINT thevictorian-inn.comNestled in the quaint town of Camp Point, offering a relaxing stay surrounded by antiques, fireplaces and charm. Ideal for small group getaways, events and weddings.

SLEEPS UP TO 11 | B&B + COTTAGE AVAIL

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DRIVING TOUR QUINCYIL

Enjoy Quincy’s abundant architecture and rich history from the comforts of your vehicle with a knowledgeable step-on guide.

Behind the scenes tour of Quincy’s authentic 1929 working German bakery + a sweet sampler tray.

(stops 2 & 3 are neighboring properties: groups may split and tour separately for 30 min each)

Mediterranean castle overlooking the Mississippi built in 1900 by world traveler George Metz. Now serves as Quincy’s Tourist Info Center.

V I L L A K A T H R I N E532 gardner expressway

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Stunning interior murals and extensive white marble adorn this Gothic Revival style 1884 Catholic church. Guided tours available.

10:15-11:15a UNDERBRINK’S BAKERY1627 college

10:15-11:15a ST FRANCIS CHURCH 1721 college

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Cantilevered over the Mississippi River, The Pier offers Midwestern cuisine with a twist. Their upper room is ideal for large groups.

Thorough & delightful tours of magnificent homes in Quincy’s pristine East End. Tour three distinguished residences (choose from 18).

1:30-3:30p PRIVATE HOME TOURS

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Millionaire Mansion on Maine comprised of 20,000 sq ft, 14-karat gold woodwork on the 1st floor; rotating exhibits on the 2nd & 3rd floors.

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Home of the “loose-meat” sandwich, a Quincy icon which Food Network’s Alton Brown approved. Famous for tasty sandwiches, crinkle cut fries, and home made pies & shakes. Served diner style...but no tipping allowed!

QUINCY MUSEUM1601 maine

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THYME SQUARE CAFE 615 hampshire

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Farm-to-table breakfast at the former “Busy Bee Mercantile”. Chef Shupe sources ingredients locally and cures & smokes local meats onsite. The only artisan bread bakery in a100-mile radius.

(Thyme Square Grass Fed Burger with Easy Over Egg above)

DICK BRO’S BREWERY929 yorkTour the vast underground caverns to the natural springs & learn the history surrounding the empire of this brewery that was larger than Anheuser-Busch at one time. Located in Quincy’s South Side German District.

Brown bag lunch-to-go from Quincy’s only corner mom & pop grocery & deli, since 1948. Choose from cold cuts & cheese, hot roast beef, or home made soups. Eat on the road or at the Ag Museum, picnic style.

WINKING’S MARKET 416 s 4th

In a peaceful rural setting, a private collection of 40+ John Deere implements and an expansive display typical of a 1930s homestead. Interesting & educational tour provided by the owner.

1 9 3 0 s A G M U S E U M1435 boy scout rd

Tour the vineyard and wine-production area of this locally owned family winery overlooking the Mississippi. Sample award-winning wine while enjoying inspiring views from the outdoor terrace or indoor great room with fireplace.

Originally an iron box tussle structure built over Ursa Creek used as a railroad bridge by the CB & Q in 1919. Now a unique lodge built upon the two original concrete railroad piers, affording spectacular and secluded views of the creek via expansive windows and wrap-around porches. Relax to a cozy catered dinner in the open dining area/ great room with a massive hand crafted stone fire-place.

SPIRIT KNOB WINERY2213 3 640th place | ursa

URSA CREEK LODGE

Constructed in 1938, the dam covers 1,075 acres, with the movable portion equaling 1,265 feet in length. The facility was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2004.

L O C K & D A M 2 1909 w lock & dam road

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NAUVOO | 217.453.6648 | beautifulnauvoo.com

GREAT RIVER ROAD & THE STOUT ROUTE

MORNING DRIVE ONTHE GREAT RIVER RD

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Northward bound from Quincy on America’s National Scenic Byway, pausing at scenic over-looks along the winding road. The vista evolves from the bottom farm land to curving, tree filled canopies that hug the bluffs. Keep your camera handy...photo opp’s abound.

HOFFMAN MANSION2 cooper st | hamilton

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Tour 33,000 sq ft of opulent interiors, Missis-sippi views and infiniti pool. Magnificent details of imported marble, intricate millwork and an extraordinary art collection curated by the home’s visionary owner grace the $30 million mansion. Group meetings/event space, plus individual overnight accommodations at $2500/night– Justin Bieber recently stayed sending a framed pair of his Calvin Klein boxers as a host gift. A por tion of the proceeds benefit local charities.

HISTORIC NAUVOO 42:30-5p

Enjoy a horse-drawn wagon ride or walking tour through restored homes, shops, and businesses of 1840, including live demon-strations. Shop popular Mulholland Street offering boutique artisans and crafters.

HOTEL NAUVOO1290 mulholland st | nauvoo 55p

Another stop on the STOUT ROUTE, this 175 year old inn and restaurant has been operated by the Kraus family for four gen-erations. The buffet is a gourmet’s “tour de force”, with a quantity and variety that chal-lenges even the biggest appetite. Southern fried chicken, channel catfish, carved roast beef, the Inn’s famous wild rice dressing, a 40-item salad bar....Mini “Abe” enjoyed the giant homemade cinnamon rolls.Retire for the night at one of Nauvoo’s group-friendly accommodations.

WARSAW BREWERY900 n 5th | warsaw

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Early lunch at this 1860 imposing brick struc-ture sitting atop a rising slope above the Mississippi. The former brewery has seen a colorful past, including the rise and fall of Prohibition. Now offering a creative menu & full bar. Try the Bloody Mary Tower or Chick-en & Waffles.

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Nauvoo is recognized as a National Historic Landmark District and touts the rare combinaton of history, natural beauty, and quaint shopping & dining experiences. The townsite has more

than 50 restored homes and shops to tour in the “Flats”, world-class shows, and horse drawn wagon rides year round...all for free.

It is here that the upper Mississippi River is at its widest, producing a massive green blanket of lily pads, with ample scenic overlooks along the Great River Road, America’s historic 1938

north-south byway. The 3000-mile roadway connects this community with its northern neighbors,

and to the south through Quincy and beyond.

Below is an itinerary that combines the Great River Road and four fabulous food stops from Nauvoo to Quincy.

It’s included in the Local Fix Culinary Guide to 70 local eateries. A feast for the eyes and appetites...ENJOY!

HOTEL NAUVOO70 years. Let’s name a few…Southern Fried Chicken, Farm Fresh Catfish, Roast Beef, Sugar-Glazed Yams, 40-item Salad Bar, Home-Made Cinnamon Rolls...topped off with a Manhattan from the full bar.

>WORLD FAMOUS “ALL YOU CAN EAT” BUFFET for nearly

WARSAW BREWERY >BLOODY MARY TOWER balanced by 4 breadedhot wings, a slider, shrimp skewer & blue cheese stuffed olive. >CHICKEN & WAFFLE meal...fluffy Belgium waffle, 2 chicken breasts with sriracha sauce & maple syrup. >WILD BUFFALO LOADED POTATO

THE PIERcheese crab meat & a side of creamy risotto. >CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE

>SURF & TURF... a 6 oz. filet mignon with butter-poach blue

CHICK’S ON THE RIVER >Take the BIG ASS CHALLENGE: a team of two has 1 hr to consume & keep down 25 lips, a big ass ice cream pie, 16 oz of ranch or blue cheese dressing, or lip sauce. See website for contest rules.

To salute the Great River Road National Scenic Byway and its 3000-mile path, we’ve created the STOUT ROUTE 3000. It’s a fun “little” food itinerary along the Quincy area’s portion of the best scenic drive in America, incorporating a menu approaching 3000 calories per meal, at some pretty stout stops.

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TEN ACRE TREE HOUSESoff-grid lodging near Nauvoo | 217.453.6648

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ITINERARY #4ABE AT FREE PRESS COFFEEGETTING HIS CUP O’ JOE.

PITTSFIELD | 217.285.2971 | pikeil.org

ALL ABOUT ABE & JOE

Nestled between the Mississippi & the Illinois River, the rolling hills of Pike County provide a scenic backdrop

for the perfect road trip.

The historic town of Pittsfield serves as the county seat and maintains the town square, anchored by a stately court house, outlined by local shops & eateries. Abraham Lincoln

often traversed the town’s streets, and his connections come to life today in the Lincoln Talking House Tour,

incorporating 14 locations into an audio driving tour.

Abundant natural resources and wildlife grace the county, creating the ideal landscape for country lodges,

recreation and relaxation.

BIG HORN LODGE16177 CTY HWY 11

PLEASANT HILL | 217.242.8761pikebighorn.com

HARPOLE’S HEARTLAND LODGESUNSET VALLEY LODGE PRAIRIE RIDGE LODGE

HEAVENLY VIEW CABIN PRIVATE LUXURY CABINS

10236 393RD ST | NEBO 800.717.4868heartlandlodge.com

ILLINOIS XTREME LODGE38841 IL-104 | BAYLIS | 217.577.5977

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SPRAGUE’S KINDERHOOK LODGE22168 STATE HWY 106 217.432.1090

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“Coffee you can feel good about”, EFB offers ar tisan organic fair trade coffee in a cool, renovated downtown space. The only coffee roaster in a 90-mile radius. Shop at neighboring Grown -N- Gathered– farmer’s market meets specialty grocery.

LINCOLN IN QUINCY 29:45a-11:45a

Walk to Washington Park, Quincy’s central downtown square, the site of the Sixth Lincoln-Douglas Debate in 1858. Peruse the Story-board Trails with the use of the new Lincoln in Quincy Guide.

Tour the Eell’s House , the 1835 home of leading abolitionist, Dr. Richard Eells. The historic brick structure was a stop for fugitives on the Underground Railroad, with Quincy serving as the first “station” across the border of the slave state, Missouri.

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4th-5th maine-hampshire | quincyQuincy is a Gateway Community in the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area.

FREE PRESS COFFEEroad trip to pittsfield | 107 e washington

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The name pays homage to the former Pike County Free Press Newspaper and the menu touts handcrafted “joe”, a full espresso menu, sweet & savory treats and a full sandwich menu. Peek into the adjoining William Watson Hotel, where Lincoln slept.

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Drive the audio tour of 14 Lincoln- significant structures, ranging from humble frame cottages to the majestic stone Pike County Courthouse, site of Lincoln speech.

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Escape to the country. Enjoy the unique retreat venue that has become an inter-national attraction. Luxurious comfort and impeccable service in an incredible, secluded setting. Ride through 1,200 rolling acres of ATV trails, relax to a bonfire, connect over delicious meals.

“Amazing lodge and amazing stay. Top-notch facilities, ser-vice and food. I’ve been across the country and this ranks with the best, if not the best!” –Shawn McGuire, Trane

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QUINCY AREA BRIDAL MAGAZINE BRIDAL EXPO 13GREAT RIVER EAGLE DAYS 27-28

UNTOLD NAUVOO STORIES HISTORICAL SYMPOSIUM 2-3 EXODUS RE-ENACTMENT 3WINGFEST 3ANNE OF GREEN GABLES 9-11NORTHERN PASSAGES 11 VOCES8 | QCY CIVIC MUSIC 17MARK TWAIN TOY SHOW 23-25GOITSE | QCY CIVIC MUSIC ASSOC 28

WGEM HOME AND LIVING SHOW 2-4QUINCY ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW 9-11IL BICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION CONCERT 11ST PATRICK’S ART CRAWL 16BIG FISH | QCY COMM THEATRE 16-18 | 22-25THE EMERALD ISLE | QCY SYMPHONY CHORUS 17FUR BALL 24

THE MARKET REVEAL GALA 7THE PLANETS | QCY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 21US GRANT SYMPOSIUM 27-28

IS HE DEAD? | QCY COMM THEATRE 3-6 | 11-13QUINCY PRESERVES SPRING HOME TOUR 5DOGWOOD FESTIVAL 5-6QUINCY FARMERS MARKET MAY 5-OCT 271911 SINGLE STACK 9-12ILLINI 4X4 SAFARI 17-19BRIDGE THE GAP 19MULHOLLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL 26 GUS MACKER BASKETBALL 26-27 TWISTED CAT CATFISHING TOURNAMENT 28TRI-STATE PRO-AM GOLF TOURNAMENT 28 NAUVOO COMM PICNIC & MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION 28

GERMANFEST 1-2 FISHING FOR FREEDOM 1-3LINCOLN DAYS CIVIL WAR RE-ENACTMENT 1-3 BLUES IN THE DISTRICT 8 & 22ELEPHANT & PIGGIE’S “WE ARE IN A PLAY” 14-17SOAP BOX DERBY 15-16 LINCOLN IN THE DISTRICT 16 LITTLE PEOPLE’S GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS 17-20 Q-FEST 22-24 HOME WINE MAKER’S CONTEST 30

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HANCOCK CTY INDEPENDENCE DAY FESTIVITIES 4TITAN FIRECRACKER CLASSIC 6-8NAUVOO PAGEANT & BRITISH PAGEANT JUL 10-AUG 4BLUES IN THE DISTRICT 13 & 27MAMMA MIA! | QCY COMM THEATRE 19-22 | 26-29ADAMS COUNTY FAIR 25-31

GREAT RIVER RUMBLE 3-4HEROES AT HEARTLAND 3-4WESTERN IL THRESHERS 3-5FEAST ON MAINE 5ILLINI 4X4 BLAST 9-11BLUES IN THE DISTRICT 10 & 24IL HIGH SCHOOL RODEO 19-20MOONLIGHT RIDE FOR HUNGER NAUVOO GRAPE FESTIVAL AUG 31-SEPT 2ROLLIN’ UP THE RIVER CAR SHOW SERIES AUG 31-SEPT 2

FESTIVAL ON WHEELS CAR SHOW 25TH ANNUAL GRACE RACE 8MID-AMERICA MILITARY SALUTE 8FRONTIER SETTLEMENT DAY 8 GOOD PEOPLE | QCY COMM THEATRE 13-16 | 21-23QUINCY CLASSIC BOAT SHOW 14-16 ARTFEST 15 FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL 15QUINCY 5 MILER & BEAR CREEK GRUNT ROWING RACES 15-16FRIENDS OF THE TRAILS RIDE 16TWISTED CAT TOURNAMENT SEPT 30-OCT 1

BARRY APPLE FESTIVAL 5-7GREAT RIVER ROAD RUN 13OKTOBERFEST 13EARLY TIN DUSTERS CAR SHOW 19-21QUINCY PRESERVES FALL HOME TOUR 20 OCTOBERFEST PARADE & FIELD COMPETITIONPIKE COUNTY FALL COLOR DRIVE 20-21THE WITCHES | QCY COMM THEATRE 25-28 HALLOWEEN ART CRAWL 26BOOTIFUL NAUVOO PUMPKIN WALK 27TEAL PUMPKIN DISTRICT FEST 27

QUINCY ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW 9-11OAKLEY LINDSAY SHOWCASE 16THE DISTRICT LOFT TOURS 17SERVICE LEAGUE HOLIDAY GIFT SHOW 17-18TURKEY RUN 22 CARTHAGE CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE 29CHRISTKINDL MARKET NOV 30-DEC 2

NAUVOO’S CHRISTMAS 1CHRISTMAS LODGE TOUR 4 & 8ELF: THE MUSICAL | QCY COMM THEATRE 6-9 | 13-16

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