Peace of the Past

Peace of the Past is an antique store and used bookshop with two locations in downtown Galena, Illinois, offering over 50,000 quality used books alongside a curated collection of antiques, collectibles, and memorabilia. The stores, located at 408 South Main Street and 217 North Main Street, feature a diverse inventory including pottery, jewelry, art, albums, primitives, and vintage treasures, with extended hours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. The business specializes in rare finds and is known for its notable Civil War collections that appeal to history enthusiasts and collectors visiting historic Galena.