Wolf Covered Bridge, Illinois, United States
4.0 (2 reviews) Spent < 1 hour Ranking #1 in Gilson Bridges
Swimming in Spoon River near the Covered Bridge! IN July10th 1939 Leta Oaks
Harry Mc Known lived in Gilson,Il. and my family lived there also at that time! In the summer he would load up his car of kids that lived in Gilson. Mark off a safe area to swim; in spoon River near the bridge! Thank You Telling us swim down with the current! Walk back! H e made us a md slide! In the winter he would take us to Galesburg ,IL. to the WYWM pool! He was a teacher at Knox College! I know he saved my twin brother life from drowning. I painted a picture of the bridge! Having a Christmas Card made to send to the family and friends! I 'am 90 years!
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Knox Highway 17, Gilson, IL 61436
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3Paul 5:00 PM Oct 7, 2019
Rare covered bridge in this part of the country
Early wood bridges were covered to protect the structure from the elements. Those that survived have become interesting attractions. The original Wolf Covered Bridge was burned by vandals years ago but was rebuilt to retain the historical value. When I visited, the area had just had heavy rains flooding the river and overflowing the banks onto neighboring fields and road. Still enjoyed seeing this example of early Americana. I wanted to add pictures but, this being the first to review, wasn't an option.
