Edward H. Baker elected mayor, re-elected in 1868. Fowler serves a second term in 1867. Rockford Union Furniture Company is formed as a cooperative association of 25 members. Swedish workmen pooled their resources to organize the company. Seven workmen are killed outright, two more are injured fatally, and 12 are hurt seriously.
Horses supplant mules on city transportation scene.
Grand Opera House is opened. Rockford Hospital Association is formed. First electric service is provided. Mendelssohn Club organized to promote music appreciation. Skandia Furniture Co. follows it by one year.