JAMES J. HILL HOUSE

ST. PAUL, MN

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The James J. Hill House is a stately mansion located in the Summit Hill neighborhood of St. Paul, Minnesota. Built between 1888 and 1891, the house was the home of James J. Hill, a successful businessman and railroad magnate.

The mansion is a prime example of the Richardsonian Romanesque style of architecture, featuring a sandstone exterior, steeply pitched roofs, and ornate details such as carved stone gargoyles and intricate wrought-iron railings. The interior of the house is equally impressive, with 36,000 square feet of living space spread over four floors.

Visitors to the James J. Hill House can take guided tours of the property, which include stops in the grand foyer, formal dining room, and library, where Hill's vast collection of books is on display. Other notable features of the house include a two-story art gallery, a stunning skylit conservatory, and a billiards room complete with a custom-made table.

Throughout the tour, visitors are given insights into the life and legacy of James J. Hill, including his rise to prominence in the railroad industry and his philanthropic efforts in the St. Paul community. The James J. Hill House is a popular destination for history buffs and architecture enthusiasts alike, offering a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of one of Minnesota's most successful and influential figures.

JAMES J. HILL HOUSE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in ST. PAUL MN. US MID #8402700059

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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JAMES J. HILL HOUSE
240 SUMMIT AVENUE
ST. PAUL
MN
55102-1906

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JAMES J. HILL HOUSE Information

MID #	8402700059
Name	JAMES J. HILL HOUSE
Alternate Name	JAMES J. HILL HOUSE
Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME	0
REVENUE	0
LAT/LONG	44.945473, -93.109301
CODES	FIPS State Code: 27 FIPS County Code: 123 US Census Tract: 035800 US Census Block: 1000