Welcome to the
James Millikin Homestead
Phone Lines Are Down!
Our phone line is currently down and won’t be back up until sometime on Friday, November 22nd, according to Comcast. So if you need to reach us, please email us at: [email protected] Sorry for the inconvenience!
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Background
The James Millikin Homestead, located in Decatur, Illinois, is the former residence of James and Anna Millikin, founders of Anna B. Millikin Home, Millikin University, Millikin Bank, and Millikin Estate Trust. In June 1974, the Millikin Homestead was added to the National Register of Historic places.
History
Discover the rich history of one of Decatur’s finest historic homes.
Tours & Rates
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Get Involved
Find out how to get involved with the James Millikin Homestead – there are opportunities for everyone!
Upcoming Events
Come see the Homestead all decked out for Christmas! This open house is FREE for everyone! Open for four hours, you have plenty of time to visit before or after […] Come see the Homestead all dressed up for Christmas, in the evening when the lights glow! Enjoy Christmas carols by local singers AND cookies - all for Free! (Donations always […] Back by popular demand! A Nativity Display at the James Millikin Homestead Saturday and Sunday, January 4th and 5th 12 pm - 4 pm Admission: $5 per person; children under […] Back by popular demand! A Nativity Display at the James Millikin Homestead Saturday and Sunday, January 4th and 5th 12 pm - 4 pm Admission: $5 per person; children under […] In the first of our 4-Part Series, this event will feature Millikin Music Majors and a Millikin Alumnus! Admission is $10 per person. There will be a short intermission in […] In our 2nd part of this 4-part series, we feature local author and poet, Anastasia Lindsey, and the Barn Colony Artists! Admission is $10 per person. There will be a […] In our 3rd part of this 4-part series, we feature local author and historian, Mary Lynn, and harpist Stefanie Pansch. Admission is $10 per person. There will be a short […] This is our 4th and final part of this series! We will feature local educator and poet, Ron Lybarger, and local musician, Colleen Hillyer! Admission is $10 per person. There […]Christmas Open House
Decatur,
IL
62522
United States
Cookies & Carols at the Homestead
Decatur,
IL
62522
United States
Nativity at the Homestead – Day 1 of 2
Decatur,
IL
62522
United States
Nativity at the Homestead – Day 2 of 2
Decatur,
IL
62522
United States
Fine Arts at the Homestead – Event 1 of 4
Decatur,
IL
62522
United States
Fine Arts at the Homestead – Event 2 of 4
Decatur,
IL
62522
United States
Fine Arts at the Homestead – Event 3 of 4
Decatur,
IL
62522
United States
Fine Arts at the Homestead – Event 4 of 4
Decatur,
IL
62522
United States