Amidst the untamed beauty and savagery of the Illinois prairie sprang the elegance and grace of the Governor Duncan Mansion.
The Mansion was built by Joseph and Elizabeth Duncan in 1834. Joseph was the fifth elected governor of Illinois from 1834 to 1838. The building served as the official executive mansion and the family home during his tenure, during which the state capitol was in Vandalia.
Today, the home is restored to the time period of the Duncan’s and is open for tours. The home is owned and operated by the Rev. James Caldwell Chapter NSDAR.
We hope to see you at the Mansion soon!
RECENT NEWS
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40th Annual Pilot Club Holiday Home Tour
Come and see the Duncan Mansion on the 40th Annual Pilot Club Holiday Home Tour; Sunday, December 7th from 1:00pm-5:00pm. A tea will follow at Twisted Tree Music Hall. Tickets… Read more
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Duncan BBQ on June 8, 2024
The Governor Duncan Association is excited to announce our annual fundraiser! The Governor Duncan Barbecue will be June 8th, 2024 and we can’t to see you all! Besides BBQ, there… Read more
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Merry Christmas from the Duncan Mansion
May the holiday season find you and yours enjoying each other and the joys of the season. This post is to share some concerns with you. The Duncan Mansion continues… Read more