From: Jim Wilkerson on October 10, 2024 One might say that the Hegeler Carus Mansion is the James Millikin Homestead on steroids. With its seven levels, fifty-seven rooms, and approximately 16,000 square feet of space, it is a magnificent sight to see on the outside...
Attention Artists! Enter the 2024 En Plein Air art contest. We are taking entries right now – up until October 5th. The kick-off event will happen right here at the Homestead on October 5th at 11:00 am. For more details and your entry form, CLICK HERE. Happy...
ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT, DELIVERED AT THE DEDICATION OF THE COLLEGE AND INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL My fellow citizens, I count myself fortunate in being given the privilege of dedicating this university, and we are all as Americans to be congratulated that there are...
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our friend, Lucien Cyril Kapp. Lucien passed away on April 30, 2024. Lucien was an advocate for local history and preservation long before most of us were born. He had 90 years of a life well-lived. He was an artist,...
Spring is upon us at the Homestead! While we gear up for our last Fine Arts event this Sunday (more info here), our annual meeting took place last night, featuring Macon County Historian, Mark Sorensen. Mr. Sorensen spoke at length about a famous sculptress...
