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James J. Hill House
240 Summit Ave. St. Paul, MN 55102
Phone: 651-297-2555
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Opening Times:

Monday:  Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 10am-3:30pm

Thursday: 10am-3:30pm

Friday: 10am-3:30pm

Saturday: 10am-3:30pm

Sunday: 1pm-3:30pm

Art Gallery

M-Sat: 10am-3pm

Sunday: 1pm-3pm

Admissions:

Adults: $8

Seniors: $6

College Students w/ ID: $6

Children 6-17: $5

Art Gallery only: $2

Description:

The rugged stone, massive scale, fine detail and ingenious mechanical systems of this magnificent Gilded Age mansion recall the powerful presence of James J. Hill, builder of the Great Northern Railway.  With 13 bathrooms, 22 fireplaces, 16 chandeliers, a 100-foot reception hall and a two-story, skylit art gallery, it was once the largest private residence in the state.

  • Hear about the lives of the Hill family members and their servants while touring their 36,000-square-foot home.
  • Original stained glass, carved woodwork & chandeliers
  • Guided tour of four floors
  • Historic lilacs, terraced lawns & mushroom cave
  • Changing exhibits in the art gallery

Special Events:

  • Summit Avenue Walking tours (May-Sept)
  • Nooks & Crannies Tours (Tues evenings, June-Aug)
  • Hill House Holidays (Dec weekends)  visit www.mnhs.org/hillhouse for more details
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