HISTORIC HOMES & Grand Gardens:

LaSalle County is filled with rich history! From the Native American tribes that traded near Starved Rock, to the legendary civil engineering project that was the I&M Canal, to the famed first Lincoln-Douglas Debate, history comes alive in this stretch of North-Central Illinois. To soak in some of these fascinating historical stories, pay a visit to this trio of grand gardens and historic mansions!

Weber House and Garden

www.WeberHouseAndGarden.com

Weber House & Garden

his historic childhood home in 1983. decorated rooms, each one reflecting a different period of design, and a style garden. This unique blend of architecture, horticulture, interior design and broadcast history is open for tours seven days a week, April – October.

Hegeler Carus Mansion

1307 7th St, LaSalle, IL 61301 www.HegelerCarus.org

Hegeler Carus Mansion

Designed by W. W. Boyington, the famed Chicago Water Tower architect, LaSalle’s Hegeler Carus Mansion has remained virtually unaltered since its completion in 1876. This 16,000sq. foot mansion features 56 rooms spread across 7 levels. The interior is just as stunning as the exterior, with its intricate parquet floors and hand-painted ceilings. This National Landmark is open for tours Wed. - Sun, year-round.

Reddick Mansion

100 W Lafayette St, Ottawa, IL 61350 www.ReddickMansion.org

The Reddick Mansion, a wonderfully unique landmark, stands at the corners of Columbus and Lafayette streets in Ottawa, overlooking the Lincoln Douglas Debate Site. This 150+ year old, 22-room, Italianate mansion has been meticulously restored to the 19th century, after decades of being used as the town’s public library. Now, the mansion is open year-round for tours, Fri. – Mon.

Reddick Mansion