Hegeler Carus Mansion

06/10/2026

Don't forget! FREE STEAM Tours will be happening in the Mansion this Saturday from 10 am to 3 pm! This tour focuses on the technological and engineering advances in the home and is perfect for kiddos. Tours start every half hour 🕰

Pre-register here: https://square.link/u/RSvcGz0j

06/08/2026

Starting this week on June 11th, we will begin offering our NEW summer tour "More to the Story: Parties and Picnics Tour" at the Hegeler Carus Mansion.

Reserve your spot today at https://square.link/u/AconWQl1

06/05/2026

The Mini Terrarium Workshop was so delightful! Thank you to Emilie Overy from Flowers Plus Streator for leading such a fun and informative class🪴

Stay turned for our next workshop at the mansion, there’s more to come!

06/05/2026

It's the oldest gym in the United States and this weekend is your last chance to tour it for the season. 🏋️‍♀️

The 150-year-old Hegeler Carus Mansion is a modern wonder, and one of those wonders is its two story, two-rooms-wide home "gymnasium" in which everything in it–from the decor to the equipment–is absolutely original.

See this true luxury of the time (and even of today) on the mansion's Cover to Cover Tour, a guided adventure that begins in the Reception Room and leads you into areas of the home both public and private, including the 7th floor Cupola. The last Cover to Cover tours of the season are at 12:30 pm on Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 (though the Main Story tour and others will still be running). So make sure to add this outing to your weekend plans: https://www.hegelercarus.org/visit

And while you're there pick up a La Salle County History Passport—a guide to sights across the county—and get it stamped. Then visit the guidebook’s other sites (12 total), and collect stamps along the way. Once completed, send it in to be eligible for monthly drawings running through 2027.

📍 1307 7th Street, La Salle
📘 Passports available at participating locations
🔗 https://iandmcanal.org/passport

06/04/2026

Thank you to the sponsors of our upcoming Third Thursday Concert on June 18. This month's concert will feature a performance by The Wise Guys. We cannot wait!

We will once again be joined by Thyme Craft Kitchen, who will be serving up some delicious food. Our emcee will be the new IVAC Executive Director, Lucas Burris.

Tickets to the Third Thursday Concerts are $5 and can be purchased in advance at https://square.link/u/j1LzD0R2

06/01/2026

Lights, camera, action! 🎥

Earlier this month, the Hegeler Carus Mansion welcomed Noel Thompson for the filming of an exciting new production. Noel was joined by a full film crew, including Rosebelle Easthom, Kevin Wood, Sean Carberry, Mike Fitzer, Diane Fluin, Tim Rosko, and Sombras Iluminadas. We are so excited to see the final product!

Bring your vision to life at the Hegeler Carus Mansion. Reach out to [email protected] to inquire about using the mansion as the site for your next film.

05/30/2026

Reminder‼️Time is running out to get your Early Bird Tickets for the 2026 Gala.

Get your discounted Early Bird tickets before June 1 here: https://square.link/u/Nq75wCto

05/29/2026

📢Join us in welcoming our newest team member at the Mansion, Diana Espinoza! Diana brings her experience in museums, large and small to the Mansion as she develops tours, organizes field trips and group tours, and engages in outreach in her role as Education and Outreach Coordinator. She holds a bachelor’s degree in history and a master’s in public administration from the University of North Texas. In her free time, Diana enjoys drawing, reading, and learning new crafts. She is passionate about community building, history, art, and museum work. We are excited to have Diana join our team here at the Mansion!

05/28/2026

05/27/2026

Reminder: Registration for the Mini Greenhouse Terrarium Class closes tomorrow, Thursday, June 28⏰

Join Emilie Overy from Flowers Plus Streator on June 4 from 5:30-7pm to build your very own mini terrarium, inspired by the greenhouse that used to be on the Mansion property!🌱

Register now at https://square.link/u/scII7zWf