Staley Museum, Illinois, United States

5.0 (6 reviews) Thursday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #9 in Decatur Speciality Museums

outstanding glimpse of how corporate heads lived 90-100 yrs ago

tour the original family residence of the A E Staley family who started their grain merchandising empire in Decatur, Illinois almost a century ago .their home as been historically restored with actual artifacts from the family and HQ items from their company . within walking distance from other historical residences in Decatur ; James Millikin home, Gov Oglesby mansion , etc..........

Address

361 N College St, Decatur, IL 62522-2208

Mobile

+1 217-422-1212

Website

http://staleymuseum.com

Working hours

Monday :
Tuesday : 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday : 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Thursday : 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday : 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Saturday : 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday :

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Thursday, May 09, 2024, 19:34

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5.0 based on (6 reviews)

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Reviews

  • 5Amber P 5:00 PM Jun 1, 2019
    History Packed
    Located on a quiet brick paved street, lies this beautiful old mansion filled to the brim with history. My husband and I spent about 1 1/2 hrs here learning about the Staley family and company. The exhibits, photographs, artifacts, and information are rich with interesting details of business and innovation as it was in the glory days of manufacturing in the USA. They also have a room dedicated to the formation of the Chicago Bears and personal items from some of the Staley family socialites. My husband and I could have even spent more time here but it was closing time. This is definetely worth the price of admission if you like self guided tours and good quality history.
  • 5CAF 5:00 PM Jul 20, 2022
    Lovely Old Home and Museum
    We enjoyed our visit to the Staley House and Museum. The house is interesting in and of itself and the information about the Staley family and company was as well. The staff was very friendly and willing to answer any and all questions. It is well worth the stop, especially if you love smaller, unique museums.

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