Dillon Home Museum

Built in 1858, a Victorian Italianate design, the Dillon home was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, October 8, 1980.

The home features the history of the Dillon family and their company, Northwestern Steel & Wire, and fine antiques which belong to the Dillon family.

Getting There & Details

Admission
General Admission: $6, Seniors (60+): $5, 5 & under: Free
Hours
Thursday & Friday- 10am, 11am, 1pm 2pm. The second weekend of the month, Saturday & Sunday- 10am, 11am, 1pm 2pm. (or by appointment only, 3pm-5pm)
Address
1005 E. 3rd St.
Phone
815-622-6202
Email
[email protected]
Website
www.sterlingparks.org/location/dillon-home-museum
Map
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