News & Announcements

Experience Our New Outdoor Tour!

May 19, 2023

In an attempt to share interesting historical images of the mansion and it's grounds with our visitors, we have installed a new outdoor photo tour, entitled Views of the Past.   There are currently 4 stations placed in the following areas:  At the mansion's entrance In front of Sarah's…

Learn More
Thank You: 2023 Glorious Garden Festival Sponsors and Advertisers!

May 11, 2023

Join us in thanking and utilizing services from the local businesses who will be supporting the 2023 Glorious Garden Festival on Friday, July 14 and Saturday, July 15. Each will be featured in the Garden Resource Guide given to ticket holders on the day of the event.    The Glorious Garden…

Learn More
Capitol Book Author to Speak at the David Davis Mansion

April 21, 2023

Local author and architectural designer David L. Finnigan will give a presentation and sign copies of his book at the David Davis Mansion on Saturday, May 6th from 4 to 6pm. Entitled “Thousand-Year Statehouse: The Art and Architecture of the Illinois State Capitol,” Finnigan’s…

Learn More
Join Us for an Event in 2023!

January 26, 2023

The David Davis Mansion is ready for 2023! We have already uploaded 17 new events to our calender, which you can view HERE.   From events to celebrate the holidays (Lincoln's Birthday, Easter, and Christmas) to car shows, special programs with authors, gardening themed events, a behind-the-scenes…

Learn More
It's Christmas Time at the Mansion!

December 1, 2022

It's Christmas time at the mansion, and that can only mean one thing: EVENTS! Click the links below for more information.   Join us for Christmas at the Mansions on December 10 from 2-7pm (advanced tickets required, and available HERE) or A Gilded Age Christmas with Santa on…

Learn More