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The Old Blacksmith Shop, Galena

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  • By Chicagonative_7
    Despite seasonal limited hours, we enjoyed our visit to this well preserved smith..... a bit a activity was going on and we glimpsed at the interior. Definitely worth a visit.....  more »
  • By MotherOfTwoSons
    We have been coming to Galena every year for over 30 years and finally made it to The Old Blacksmith Shop. They have limited hours and we seldom were able to be in town when they were open. We love...  more »
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  • By Cassandra Ferrin
    Rich and the other staff members were very welcoming and helpful. They were happy to answer our questions and show us around. My husband had a wonderful experience learning some tricks of the trade from Rich. We will definitely come back if ever in Galena again :)
  • By Faye V
    Really liked hearing the back story from the employee here and watching them work. Wish the store had more items
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