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Golden, Illinois ___________________
Driving Directions
From Quincy, take I-172 north for 5 miles to US 24. Go east on US 24 for
15 miles to State Route 94. Follow State Route 94 north for 5 miles to
Golden. Approximately 25 miles.
History
In the summer of 1863 the village of Golden, Illinois was created where two major railroads crossed. The village was first called LaBuda then later changed to Keokuk Junction. To avoid their mail ending up in Keokuk, Iowa, the residents of Keokuk Junction decided to change names again and in 1880 the village of Golden was established. Golden, with its vast, fertile prairie land attracted a large number of German immigrants. These immigrants with their work ethic and farming skills became a successful community, attracting their native Germans to join them in Golden and the surrounding area. Golden became an important milling center with several windmills that served a large area.
Today visitors can celebrate Golden’s rich history with a tour of the Prairie Mills Windmill, a visit to one of their two museums, or join in the festivities at the annual Marigold Festival.