The museum sits at the corner of S.R. 178 and Canal Street in downtown Utica. It now houses the local Chamber of Commerce and several non-profit community organizations. One room, the southeast parlor, has been restored to an 1875 appearance. Across the street is Washington Park, the site of the first Lincoln-Douglas debate in August, 1858. The mansion is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Visitors can view the rooms on their own during business hours.
Learn about Joliet's heritage of steel and stone. The museum features changing exhibits on Joliet's past. Currently located in the historic Rialto Square Building, the museum's entrance is on Van Buren Street. The museum is open noon to 3 p.m., Tuesday through Friday. Consisting of 16,800 square feet, the home has over 40 rooms.