Saturday, February 12, 2011

James J. Hill House at Night

I recently took a tour of the James J. Hill House. The house was completed for Mr. Hill, who was the chief executive officer of the Great Northern Railway, in 1891. At more than 36,000 square feet, it is the largest mansion on Summit Avenue in St. Paul, Minnesota. I visited to take the Gas Light Tour, a rare offering in which visitors can view the home in the evening.

James J. Hill House at Night
 

Dragon Wall Sconce

Grand Hallway

Pipe Organ in the Gallery

View the rest of photos from the James J. Hill House Gas Light Tour

2 comments:

  1. Impressive, the architecture is impressive. I need to visit the house.

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  2. Doh, missed this comment! It was an incredible experience! I am going to go back sometime this summer when they have a special tour that takes visitors into rooms that the normal tours don't have access to. I'll let you know about it when I know more :)

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