Enjoy learning about Henry County and its many attractions and festivals. We want your visit to be memorable. The Welcome Door Mat is always out and ready for your visit.
Henry County communities feature natural beauty, grand traditions, colorful heritage and friendly folks who know how to enjoy life. We offer a fascinating National Historic Landmark, Bishop Hill and many fascinating historical museums Ryan’s Round Barn, Jenny Lind Chapel and the Robert & Marcella Richards Museum and many more located within the county.
Every summer communities highlight some of their favorite attractions featuring local festivals like Colona’s Memorial Day Celebration, Andover Colonial Days, Bishop Hill’s MidSommar, Galva’s Freedom Fest, Orion’s Music Concerts, Kewanee Hog Days, to Atkinson Heritage Days. Cultural activities bring a special spice to the county’s lifestyle. Communities offer coffeehouses, art shows, music festivals and author gatherings. Come enjoy the arts, experience history and shop for authentic antiques, arts, crafts and original pottery. Dine in our restaurants; enjoy our bakeries and our coffee shops that line our communities- streets.
Venture out to bike our back country or The Hennepin Canal State Parkway. Fish for your big catch at our Johnson Sauk Trail State Park. Delight on one of the seven golf courses and swim at one of our many pools.
Explore the county, have a great time and come back often. We guarantee you will find everything you need – from history to heritage to food and fun in a visit to Henry County! We look forward to your visit!
Cathy Foes, Director
Henry County Tourism Bureau
