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Kellogg's Grove
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National Register of Historic Places

Kellogg's Grove

Also known as Blackhawk War Monument; Blackhawk Battlefield Park; Blackhawk

On the National Register since 197848 years
Listed 1978Kent Township
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About Kellogg's Grove

Kellogg's Grove was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Jun 23, 1978. The Register lists it for its historic - non-aboriginal and military, at the state level. The listing covers 56 acres.

What it isArchaeological site in Illinois, United States. From Wikidata (CC0). Read about it on Wikipedia ↗

PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 37 MB · National Archives↗
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Southeast of Kent, in Kent Township, IL

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Is Kellogg's Grove on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. It was added on Jun 23, 1978 (Register number 78001191).

Is Kellogg's Grove a National Historic Landmark?

No. It is on the National Register; Illinois has 86 National Historic Landmarks.

Can you visit Kellogg's Grove?

Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.

Where can I read the history of Kellogg's Grove?

In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 37 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.

Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 28894158 · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.