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Crazy Quilt Presentation
The Oglesby Mansion will be hosting a special “Quilt Talk” on Saturday, August 30 at 2pm. This will be the second presentation in the Edward and Carolyn Ogen Historic Speaker Series. This presentation will feature Linda Boles, who will present information and examples of “Crazy Quilts.” These were quilts popular in the 1880s when the Governor, his wife Emma and their children lived in the mansion.
Governor Richard Oglesby Mansion to Host August Quilt Exhibit
The Governor Oglesby Mansion is hosting a special Quilt Exhibit in August. The Mansion will be open each Wednesday and Saturday. A $5 per adult and $2 per child donation is requested. The doors will open at 2pm and the Mansion will close at 4pm.
Oglesby Mansion & Museum Begins Summer Hours Schedule
During June, July, and August, the Oglesby Mansion will be open every Wednesday and Saturday from 2pm to 4pm. In addition, the last Sunday of each month from 2pm to 4pm. June 29th from 2pm to 4pm will be the Sunday open house. Tours are given by board members and volunteer docents.
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Crazy Quilt Presentation
The Oglesby Mansion will be hosting a special “Quilt Talk” on Saturday, August 30 at 2pm. This will be the second presentation in the Edward and Carolyn Ogen Historic Speaker Series. This presentation will feature Linda Boles, who will present information and examples of “Crazy Quilts.” These were quilts popular in the 1880s when the Governor, his wife Emma and their children lived in the mansion.
Governor Richard Oglesby Mansion to Host August Quilt Exhibit
The Governor Oglesby Mansion is hosting a special Quilt Exhibit in August. The Mansion will be open each Wednesday and Saturday. A $5 per adult and $2 per child donation is requested. The doors will open at 2pm and the Mansion will close at 4pm.
Oglesby Mansion & Museum Begins Summer Hours Schedule
During June, July, and August, the Oglesby Mansion will be open every Wednesday and Saturday from 2pm to 4pm. In addition, the last Sunday of each month from 2pm to 4pm. June 29th from 2pm to 4pm will be the Sunday open house. Tours are given by board members and volunteer docents.