Dedicated on August 29, 1930 The Wild Bill Hickok Memorial is a state historic site operated by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency. It is located across from a large picnic and play ground in a small green at the intersection of Main and Ottawa Streets in Troy Grove(Troy Grove was known as Homer at the time), Illinois. The Monument marks the approximate site of the birth of «Wild Bill» Hickok. The site features a plaque on a stone monument that honors Hickok’s various services, as well as a facial bust of Hickok. If you are traveling by be sure to keep your eyes peeled Troy Grove is only .69 square miles so if you yawn you might pass it. Little historical sites such as this are common in the area as around the time of the civil war Illinois was sort of a Gateway to the west. I would also like to point out the site has changes since its dedication several years ago there was a wooden bust(it was attacked by termites) and has since been replaced, gardening and landscaping are always revolving as well. If you’re a history buff or if you just like little trivial facts take the time to stop out and stretch your legs.
