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Mother Rudd House and Museum

4690 Old Grand Avenue
Gurnee, IL 60031

Phone: 847-263-9540
motherrudd@ameritech.net
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Description
This original 1844 building was once a stagecoach stop, tavern, post office, town hall and candy store. Completely restored by the Village of Gurnee, this historical home is reported to have been part of the Underground Railroad. Slaves would be housed in the basement or the barn. View artifacts from the Civil War, see the "Crystal Ballroom" where traveling guests would be entertained or the room dedicated to the family of a local man that died on the Titanic.

Hours of Operation

  • One Sunday a month or by appointment

Additional Information

  • Holidays Closed: Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Good Friday, New Years, Easter, Memorial Day, Christmas, Labor Day
  • Motorcoach Parking Available (Complimentary)
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