Built in 1836 for Henry B. Clarke, the house shows what life was like for a family in Chicago during the city’s formative years before the Civil War. Its fascinating history began at a time when Chicago received its city charter and much of the area was still undeveloped prairie. Following the death of her husband, Caroline Palmer Clarke, known as the “Widow Clarke,” developed the surrounding family land during the 1850s, which fostered the neighborhood’s growth and provided financial resources to complete unfinished portions of the house.
Group AmenitiesGeneral Facility Details
Average Visit/Tour Length1 to 1.5 hours
Special Interest Tours Offered
ADA Compliant
Self-Parking AvailableOff-site
Hours of OperationTours: Noon and 2 p.m. Wed. - Sun.
Family-friendly
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