Built 1879 Designated NHL November 11, 1971 Phone +1 217-524-0901 | NRHP Reference # 71000297 Opened 1879 Added to NRHP 11 November 1971 | |
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Location 603 South Fifth Street, Springfield, Illinois Address 603 S 5th St, Springfield, IL 62703, USA Hours Closed today MondayClosedTuesdayClosedWednesdayClosedThursdayClosedFriday2–4:30PMSaturday2–4:30PMSunday2–4:30PMSuggest an edit Architectural style Greek Revival architecture Similar Elijah Iles House, Lincoln‑Herndon Law Offices State Hist, Old State Capitol, Executive Mansion, Dana–Thomas House Profiles | ||
Tour of vachel lindsay home
Vachel Lindsay House is a historic house museum in Springfield, Illinois. It was the birthplace and home of poet Vachel Lindsay.
The Greek Revival house was constructed in 1879. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1971.
The Illinois Historic Preservation Agency operates the house as a historic house museum and offers tours of the home that emphasize Vachel Lindsay's poetry and art. The first floor contains an entry hall, two parlors, library, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, and pantry. The second floor includes a central hall, sewing room, five bedrooms, bathroom, and trunk room.
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