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Funk Prarie Home
The Pre-civil war, Victorian home of Illinois Senator and director of the Chicago Stock Yards, Lafayette Funk, lets visitors explore the lifestyle of a pioneering prairie family in the 1800\’s. It is decorated with historic memorabilia and original antiques including a working Victrola and formal garden. Also on display is the largest single person display of rare gems, minerals, fossils and lapidary art in the state. Group tours welcome.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- Admission
- Free admission. Reservations are Required and can be made by calling ahead.
- Hours
- Tuesday through Saturday 9 AM - 4 PM. Closed in January and February
- Address
- 10875 Prairie Home Lane
- Phone
- 309-827-6792
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.funkprairiehomemuseum.com
- Map
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Funk Gem & Mineral Museum
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