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Historic Bishop Hill: Swedish Heritage Haven
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Bishop Hill, IL
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Up to 35ft
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Pets Allowed
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4.88
Rating
27
Reviews
2
Years Hosting
Extra Nights Available
Host offers up to 2 extra nights for $20/night.
Electric Hookups Available
15A available.
Generators Allowed
This Host allows you to use your generator.
About
As the summer air hums with the flit of wings and the village reverberates with vibrant storytelling, RV camping aficionados and cultural enthusiasts your next adventure beckons in the historic heartland. Embark on a journey through time in the Village of Bishop Hill, where history is embraced and nature's beauty unfolds before your eyes.
Delight in the rustic charm of RV camping near Bishop Hill, a picturesque enclave brimming with cultural events and historic allure. Imagine parking your RV amidst scenes straight out of an idyllic pastoral painting, and you have a taste of what awaits you here. The lively Hummingbird Festival, intriguing Bishop Hill Chautauqua, hearty all-day breakfasts at local fundraisers, the agricultural splendor of Jordbruksdagarna, and the spine-tingling tales around the bone fire during Ghost Stories signify a calendar ablaze with activities sure to enrich your stay.
Take a leisurely walk from your RV base through seven fascinating museums, locally-owned boutiques, and hearty eatery options where lunch beckons with home-style flavors. As evening approaches, the Colony Inn awaits to serve up dinner delights from pizza to tacos, allowing you to unwind and relish every moment.
This village isn't just a place it's a living museum of the 1846 Swedish immigrant's journey towards freedom and prosperity, making it an essential pilgrimage for those seeking a deeper connection with America's pioneering spirit. With every antique-laden corner, you tread paths once taken by determined settlers who transformed the wilderness into a flourishing utopia.
Enrich your RV camping trip beyond the ordinary with weekly concerts a cultural twist to nights under the stars. Witness the musical legacy that continues to echo through the village park, courtesy of performances sponsored by venerable foundations and local heritage associations.
For full immersion in the Village of Bishop Hill's year-round festivities and a taste of utopian prairie life, keep your senses tuned to the official village website and social media channels. Elevate your RV camping experience with a touch of history, a dash of culture, and unspoiled midwestern landscapes. Welcome to a camper's cultural haven, where your heart will hum to the rhythm of Bishop Hill's enduring legacy.
Opening Hours
Monday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Suitability
Pets Allowed
Electric Hookup Available: 15A
Generators Allowed
We try to have quiet hours between 10 pm and 8 am and appreciate it if you could turn off the generator during those hours.
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Amenities
Beer/Spirits Tasting and Sales
Birding & Wildlife Viewing
Festivals
Gardening
Gift Shop
Historical Exhibit
Picnic/Patio Area
Play Area
Availability
Same Day Requests
Yes
Response Time
Typically responds within a few hours
Accepts Requests Between
Sep 7, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025
Extra Nights
Your membership includes an overnight stay at a Host. Extra nights are available at the Host's discretion.
Extra Nights Available:
Up to 2
Extra Nights Fee:
$20/night
Extra Nights Details
Please check with the host, Kathy, to ensure that the site is available for additional nights. We ask that you spend about $20 in town or donation to the Vasa for each night of your stay.
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Parking & Arrival
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The parking place is in the paved driveway of the Vasa National Archives. The Vasa faces the 109 S Bishop Hill Rd and the driveway is on Knox and S Bishop Hill Rd. Your GPS may take you to 109 N Bishop Hill Rd. If there is a green house across the street with a metal fence in front, you are in the correct place. There is no park across from us. DO NOT TURN ONTO KNOX ST FROM S BISHOP HILL ROAD: there is a dip in the road that has captured tour buses.
Please go east on Main St off of S Bishop Hill Road and drive around the block. Once on Main St turn right onto Erickson and then another right on Knox. You will see a red house on the right and the Vasa National Archives is the driveway right next to it.
Max Rig Size:
Up to 35 ft
Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Surface:
Pavement
Parking Method:
Back-In
Check-In:
8:30 AM - 8:00 PM CT
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Items to Purchase
We encourage you to visit and support our local restaurants, shops, and museums.
You can also donate to support Harvest Host in Bishop Hill.
You can purchase bottles of wine from Entwined and H. Wyatt Bakery. The Colony Inn also serves all kinds of alcohol beverages.
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