Quincy

Quincy, which was founded in 1825, is located across the Mississippi River from Missouri. The Great River Road National Scenic Byway runs through town as well. Quincy has been dubbed the "Gem City" of Illinois due to its success in industry, commerce, and hospitality since its inception. It served as a hub for riverboats and trains in the nineteenth century. Quincy is now known for its welcoming community and friendly, down-to-earth residents. It also has a charming downtown area, 3,600 historic buildings, and four National Register of Historic Places.

This 40,000-person town also has 28 parks, 10 museums, five wineries, and 70 locally owned restaurants. It's a wonderful place with plenty to see and do for both locals and tourists. There is a fine arts gallery in town, as well as numerous festivals throughout the year, such as Oktoberfest, all of which promote a strong sense of community, which is all too rare nowadays. With so much history in Quincy, which was once a stop on the Underground Railroad, a trip to a historic site is a must. Washington Park, which hosted the sixth Lincoln-Douglas Debate on October 13, 1858, is one option. Come to Quincy, a small city that embodies Midwest values, and discover why it is known as the "Gem City" of Illinois.