Galena was platted in 1852, and named for deposits of the ore galena near the original town site. Landmarks include Y-Bridge and Stone County Courthouse. Galena is the birthplace of Dewey Jackson Short, U.S. politician.
- CountyStone County
- Population455 (2020 U.S. Census)
- Historic places2 on the National Register






















Y-Bridge
Stone County Courthouse