DUNHAM-HUNT MUSEUM

ST CHARLES, IL

The Dunham-Hunt Museum in St. Charles, Illinois is a historic house museum located on the banks of the Fox River. Built in 1844, the museum is one of the oldest surviving buildings in the city and has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1983. The Greek Revival style home was designed by architect John Comstock and belonged to the Dunham and Hunt families for over a century.

The three-story brick museum features a number of interesting features including a central hall, a curved staircase, and a gabled roof. Inside, visitors can explore a variety of original artifacts and furniture, including family heirlooms and antiques from the mid-19th century. The museum also houses a permanent collection of paintings, photographs, and other artwork donated by local residents.

In addition to the house museum, the Dunham-Hunt Museum also includes a large garden with a variety of plants, trees, and flowers. The garden has been carefully designed to reflect the style of the 19th century and is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike. The museum also offers a variety of educational programs and workshops throughout the year.

The Dunham-Hunt Museum is open to the public for guided tours, special events, and educational programs. The museum is an important historical site in St. Charles and a great way to discover the rich history of the city.

DUNHAM-HUNT MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in ST CHARLES IL. US MID #8401700661

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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• telephone: 6304436733
• website: http://www.stcmuseum.org

DUNHAM HUNT MUSEUM
304 CEDAR AVE
ST CHARLES
IL
60174-2028

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