WILLIAM L. GREGG HOUSE MUSEUM

WESTMONT, IL

The William L. Gregg House Museum is a historic home located in Westmont, Illinois. Built in 1874, the home is a rare example of an Italianate-style farmhouse that was common in the mid-19th century. The house was built by William L. Gregg, a local farmer and landowner, and was originally located on the site of his farm. The home was restored in the 1970s and is now a museum that is open to the public.

The two-story house is built of red brick and is highlighted by two prominent towers. Other features include a wrap-around porch, a two-story bay window, and a central cupola. Inside, the museum showcases period furniture and artifacts from the Gregg family. The first floor, or parlor, includes a variety of items such as a piano, a baby grand piano, and a Victrola. The second floor houses several bedrooms, a kitchen, and a sewing room.

The museum grounds also include a barn, a summer kitchen, and a log cabin. The grounds are open seasonally, with various activities and events taking place throughout the year. These activities include history talks, garden tours, and educational programs. The William L. Gregg House Museum is a great way to learn about the history of the area and the local people who lived there.

WILLIAM L. GREGG HOUSE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in WESTMONT IL. US MID #8401700429

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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WILLIAM L. GREGG HOUSE MUSEUM
117 S. LINDEN AVE.
WESTMONT
IL
60559

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