Take a self-guided virtual tour of an old home in Chicago, Illinois that has been standing for more than 100 years. History lovers will adore getting a glimpse of this unique house anytime they want. Whether you’re stuck inside or the place is closed, the online tour offered by the museum will allow you to peek inside anytime. Scroll on for more details.
Glessner House in northern Illinois was built in 1887 and became a museum in 1966 to preserve the architecture and history of this old home.
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While many houses were being constructed in the Victorian style, this was one of the first to depart from that style. The architecture of this building inspired many builders afterward.
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During these uncertain times, the Glessner House is offering self-guided virtual tours of the house. You’ll get to see every single room from top to bottom.
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You won’t have to worry about lines or crowds when you enjoy this museum with this unique tour. Enjoy 360-degree views of the entire home.
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A National Historic Landmark, the home is inspired by the English medieval revival as well as Italian renaissance style architecture, which had not yet made its way to America.
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The home is 17,000 square feet and filled to the brim with ornate fixtures. There are 11 fireplaces, seven staircases, five bedrooms in the main house and eight meant for servants, as well as five and a half bathrooms.
Facebook/Glessner House There was no electricity in the home at the time that the Glessner family lived here, but it was wired in time for the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893.
Explore every inch of this old home with the virtual experience on its website that is the next best thing to visiting in person.
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Get more details about The Glessner House on its website or Facebook page. Have you ever enjoyed this self-guided virtual tour? If so, we’d love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us below in the comments.
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There was no electricity in the home at the time that the Glessner family lived here, but it was wired in time for the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893.
For more like this, check out these 11 historic homes in Illinois you can tour.
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Address: 1800 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
