Discover the David Davis Mansion
Step into history at the David Davis Mansion, a stunning example of Victorian architecture and a testament to the legacy of Justice David Davis, a key figure in Abraham Lincoln's rise to prominence
A Glimpse into the Past
Experience History Today
Embark on a journey through time and discover the legacy of Justice David Davis, a pivotal figure in American history.
The mansion of Supreme Court Justice David Davis is in Bloomington IL. He was behind Abraham Lincoln's rise to national power. He died in 1886, with 20,000 people attending the funeral. The mansion was completed in 1872, at a cost of $75,000. It boasted speaking tubes, doorbells, indoor plumbing, hot and cold running water, and gas-fired chandeliers. The mansion underwent a seven year, $2.58 million restoration, and was re-opened in 1992.
Plaque showing date of construction
East side
East side
North end (back of mansion)
Out building
Back
North side (back)
West side
West side
Front roof details
Front (facing south)
Front (facing south)
Front entrance looking west
Historical sign at front gate
Sarah's garden
Sarah's garden
Sarah's garden
Sarah's garden
Sarah's garden
Sarah's garden
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