

Volunteers Keep Wheels Turning for Tiskilwa Historical Society
A few months ago, when historical society secretary Julie Sampson totaled up the number of volunteers for last year, she came up with 93 names of helpers who did little or big jobs throughout the year! One of the stand-out volunteers ever since the society's beginning in 2006 has been Richard Fisher, who is stepping down from his various duties this fall. Everyone appreciates his cheerful, dependable efforts to keep things running smoothly throughout the years. Richard Fishe


Open House at Tiskilwa’s New “Gallery on Galena” Slated for August 3, 4
The new siding and shutters are in place, the old pine floor has a shiny renewed look, and numerous displays are being set up this week for Tiskilwa Historical Society’s second venue: The Gallery on Galena. Visitors are welcome to come on down between noon and 2:00 this Saturday or Sunday. The Gallery in Tiskilwa is located just south of the tracks on east side of the Tiskilwa-Princeton Road. Those who stop by will find a re-creation of a country school room on the south end