DILLON HOME MUSEUM

STERLING, IL

The Dillon Home Museum is a historic house museum located in Sterling, Illinois. It was built in 1854 by Robert M. Dillon, a prominent local businessman, and is the oldest brick house in the city. The museum is run by the Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The museum is a two-story brick house with a front gabled roof and Greek Revival styling. It contains 12 rooms, including four bedrooms, a kitchen, two parlors, a library, and a dining room. The house has been restored to its original condition, including furniture and artifacts from the Dillon family. Visitors can also view a collection of local artifacts, including Native American and Civil War-era items.

The museum also features several special exhibits, such as a tribute to the early settlers of Sterling and a display of the town's history from the early 19th century to present day. The museum also hosts regular events, such as family history workshops, holiday celebrations, and educational programs.

The Dillon Home Museum is open to the public for guided tours and special events throughout the year. It provides an interesting glimpse into the history of Sterling and is a great place to learn about the town's past.

DILLON HOME MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in STERLING IL. US MID #8401700224

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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DILLON HOME MUSEUM
1005 EAST 3RD STREET
STERLING
IL
61081

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