Cities & Towns in Henry County, IL
Henry County, county in Illinois, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 48,411 inhabitants. The county was created 201 years ago in 1825. Its county seat is Cambridge.
There are 17 city/town in Henry County, IL. The largest city of Henry County is Kewanee with a population of 12,174. Other cities include, Geneseo population 6,505, Colona population 5,049, Green Rock population 2,970, Galva population 2,449
Kewanee
Kewanee, City in Henry County, Illinois, United States
Geneseo
Geneseo, Township in Henry County, Illinois
Colona
Colona, City in Henry County, Illinois, United States
Henry County is located in northwest Illinois along the Rock River. The county seat is Cambridge. Here are some details on Henry County's cities and towns:
Kewanee
- Largest city with around 12,500 residents, known for manufacturing
- Home to Kewanee Boiler and other heavy industries
- Hosts events like the Kewanee Hog Days Festival
Cambridge
- County seat since 1843 with around 2,000 residents
- Known for its historic courthouse and downtown district
- Home to Cambridge High School Vikings sports teams
Galva
- Town of around 2,100 residents incorporated in 1881
- Known as "The Little Town with the Big Heart"
- Home to Wiley Park, Galva Arts Council, and shops
Bishop Hill
- Historic village and Swedish American heritage center
- Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
- Home to folk arts shops, museums, and Dairy Building
Orion
- Rural village with around 1,700 residents, founded 1835
- Host to the annual Orion Fall Festival featuring a parade and street fair
- Governed by a village president and board of trustees
In summary, Henry County is a mix of industrial Kewanee along with smaller towns showcasing Illinois' farming heritage and immigrant influence.
All Henry County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Henry County.