James Millikin Homestead

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James Millikin Homestead The James Millikin Homestead is a Gilded Age mansion built in 1876 in the High Victorian Italianate style with prominent Second Empire influences.
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The historic home of Mr. & Mrs. James Millikin, open for tours & special events and available for rentals. The James Millikin Homestead, located in Decatur, Illinois, is the former residence of James and Anna Millikin, founders of Millikin University, Millikin Bank, and Millikin Estate Trust, and was built in 1875-6. In June 1974, the Millikin Homestead was added to the National Register of Historic places. It is now maintained and enjoyed by the community.

Here are some photos from Sunday's open house and Lucien Kapp Art Competition Awards!
10/21/2026

Here are some photos from Sunday's open house and Lucien Kapp Art Competition Awards!

Free Symposium event this week!
10/18/2026

Free Symposium event this week!

The Homestead is honored to receive this award! The James Millikin Homestead Board of Directors is an all-volunteer boar...
10/15/2026

The Homestead is honored to receive this award! The James Millikin Homestead Board of Directors is an all-volunteer board who work very hard to support Millikin University, the legacy of James and Anna Millikin, and of course, the beautiful, historic property that is 125 North Pine Street. What an amazing honor to receive this in the Homestead's 150th year!
- Jim Wilkerson, President, James Millikin Homestead, Inc.

Congrats to Brigitta, Ann-Marie, and Mary Lou, for winning "Best Theme" at Tablescapes!! Great job, ladies!!
10/03/2026

Congrats to Brigitta, Ann-Marie, and Mary Lou, for winning "Best Theme" at Tablescapes!! Great job, ladies!!

Come to our table at Tablescapes tomorrow! The event is from 9AM to 2PM at St. Paul's Lutheran Church.
10/02/2026

Come to our table at Tablescapes tomorrow! The event is from 9AM to 2PM at St. Paul's Lutheran Church.

Come see us until 4PM today!
09/26/2026

Come see us until 4PM today!

09/26/2026

We are open Saturday and Sunday from 2-4PM!

Address

125 N Pine Street
Decatur, IL
62522

Telephone

+12174229003

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