Kewanee Illinois Map

About Kewanee, Illinois

Kewanee is a locality in Henry County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of 11,913. The population density is 718.6 people per km². Kewanee is located at 41.2456°N, 89.9248°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 61443.

Kewanee unfolds across a landscape of gently rolling prairie, the land here breathing a quiet, expansive openness under a sky that seems to stretch forever. It lies 31.0 miles north-east of Galesburg, IL (from Galesburg, IL: bearing 48°T), and is situated 8.2 miles north-east of Galva. The soil, a rich, dark loam, speaks of generations of cultivation, a deep, fertile heart that anchors the town to its agricultural roots. Evenings often bring a soft, hazy light, the sun sinking in a slow, deliberate descent, painting the western horizon with hues of rose and muted gold, a painterly farewell to the day. The air itself carries a subtle coolness that rises from the earth, a refreshing balm after the warmth of the sun-drenched fields. The story of Kewanee is one of industry and resilience, a narrative deeply intertwined with the coal mines that once defined its very existence. These subterranean veins, long since depleted, left an indelible mark on the town's character, a legacy of hard work and immigrant labor that still echoes in the sturdy brick buildings and the quiet determination of its people. Today, Kewanee navigates a new economic chapter, its focus shifting to manufacturing and a diversified local economy, yet the spirit of industriousness persists. The town also boasts the historic Hog Days festival, a beloved tradition that draws crowds from miles around, celebrating a local pride that runs as deep as the prairie soil.

About This Kewanee Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Kewanee, Illinois — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 41.245593, -89.92483. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Kewanee and Henry County.

Detailed location data for Kewanee includes the ZIP code (61443), telephone area code (815), county seat of Henry County (Cambridge), and school district assignment (Kewanee Community Unit School District 229). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Kewanee is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.