Quilts: A Time-honored Tradition
The Governor's Mansion invited the talented members of the Decatur Quilters Guild to display some of their quilts in the patterns of Governor Oglesby's time at the Mansion. August 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 25, 28, 31
Biography of Sheridan Wait
Biography of Sheridan Wait, Trusted Friend to Governor Oglesby.
S.S. Richard J. Oglesby
Unknown to most people in Decatur or Illinois, the name “Richard J. Oglesby” was heard once again 44 years after the governor’s death. It wasn’t used in connection to a Civil War book or a statue, but his name was remembered in a very special way.
View the Oglesby Mansion Virtually
Enjoy a virtual video tour of the mansion!
President Grant’s Visit to Decatur
Enjoy the video below depicting President Ulysses S. Grant's visit to Oglesby Mansion.