Explore five surprising stories from the Knox Hotel’s railroad past, from its early days serving train travelers to its connection with Princeton’s historic 1911 depot.
Step into the past in Princeton, IL—home to Underground Railroad sites, historic cemeteries, and the iconic Red Covered Bridge. From the Owen Lovejoy Homestead to Civil War re-enactments, this small town brims with stories of pioneers, abolitionists, and famous visitors, all just minutes from the Historic Knox Hotel.