Bushnell-Wheeler Open House
Sat Sep 7 11:00 am, Bushnell-Wheeler Home 542 Wheeler Ave. South Beloit IL, 61080
11 a.m - 4 p.m. This beautifully restored 1856 home at one time was home to Leonard Wheeler, inventor of the Eclipse Windmill, which later evolved into Fairbanks Morse Corporation. In addition to a restored Eclipse windmill, you'll find fascinating displays of the history of the people and industries of the Stateline area. South Beloit Historical Society members will be on hand to give tours and answer questions. Delicious home-baked items, hand-made crafts and interesting books will be available for sale.
