What to do
Bishop Hill Colony Store Candy, coffee, preserves, dolls, gifts and some Swedish foods, including Abba crab pâté and lingonberries, fill shelves. (309) 927-3596; bishophillheritage.org
Bishop Hill Heritage Museum Costumed interpreters welcome visitors to view a film about the colony’s history and tour the buildings. (309) 927-3899; bishophillheritage.org
Bishop Hill Museum Admire paintings by Olof Krans, who documented life in the Bishop Hill Colony in the mid-19th century and painted residents’ portraits. (309) 927-3345; bishophill.com
Where to eat
Bishop Hill Bakery and Eatery Sandwiches, soups and fruit-filled pastries rule here. (309) 927-3042; bishophillbakery.com
Where to stay
Gallery Inn The 1856 inn is close to the main attractions, shops and restaurants. (309) 927-3080; bishophillgalleryinn.com
For information: Bishop Hill State Historic Site (309) 927-3345; bishophill.com
