Galesburg’s oldest and longest operating hospital is celebrating an anniversary.
Fifty years ago, on Sunday, Nov. 17, 1974, St. Mary’s Hospital moved from its original location at 239 S. Cherry St. to its current home at 3333 N. Seminary St. After serving the community since September 1909, the relocation marked a pivotal milestone that enabled St. Mary to expand and modernize its facilities to meet the growing healthcare needs of Galesburg and surrounding areas.
Over the decades, OSF St. Mary has made significant investments to ensure quality healthcare for the Galesburg area. These investments include the development of advanced patient care units, cutting-edge medical technology upgrades, and expansion of specialized healthcare services…