Explore Amboy

 

Amboy Depot Museum

This Illinois Central Railroad Depot, built in 1876, has been completely renovated and is now a 19-room museum reflecting the history of the Amboy area. Other attractions adjoining the museum include: a steam locomotive on display, a one-room schoolhouse, the Illinois Central Freight House, and a 1920’s era Norfolk & Western caboose all open to tour. Free admission. Donations welcome. Open year round, Wed., Thu. & Sun., 1 p.m. – 4 p.m., Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

  • East Main St. & S. East Ave Amboy, IL 61310
  • Phone: 815-857-4700
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Amboy City Park

Picnic areas, shelters, charcoal grills, playground equipment, two lighted ball diamonds, water, electricity and bathrooms are offered at this East Main Street park. 30 sculptured trees are located throughout the park showing the rich heritage of this picturesque community. Five blocks east of Rte. 52. Closed Nov. 1 – Apr. 1.

  • E. Main St., Amboy, IL 61310
  • Phone: 815-857-3814
  • Email: cityofamboy@insightbb.com

 

Amboy Pharmacy

When you stop in at the Amboy Pharmacy you step back in time. Enjoy our fully functioning soda fountain, shop for penny candy, gifts, and cards in the easy-going, old fashioned atmosphere. We are open Monday to Saturday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. During the summer months we are open from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Sunday.

 

Carson Pirie Scott Store Site

A plaque denoting original site of the first Carson Pirie Scott Store is displayed on exterior of the Long Branch Saloon.

 

Mormon Plaque

A memorial plaque on the early history of the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormon Church) in the Amboy area.

 

Temperance Hill Cemetery and Prairie Preserve

This cemetery, started in 1846, is situated on virgin prairie and an Illinois Nature Preserve. Off Rte. 52 north of Amboy, west of Rte. 52 and Inlet Rd. junction. Three crosses at the end of the drive mark the site.

 

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