History

How A 19th Century Cairo Mansion Represents Southern Illinois' Resources

WSIU Public Broadcasting | By Kevin Boucher

Published October 3, 2018 at 8:54 AM CDT

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Magnolia Manor in Cairo. Photograph Taken September 6th, 2018.

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Magnolia Manor in Cairo. Photograph Taken September 6th, 2018.

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Magnolia Manor in Cairo. Photograph Taken September 6th, 2018.

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Interior of Magnolia Manor in Cairo Illinois. Photograph taken September 6th, 2018.

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One of the Sitting Rooms in the First Floor of Cairo's Magnolia Manor. Photograph taken September 6th, 2018.

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A Staircase on the First Floor of Cairo's Magnolia Manor. Photograph Taken September 6th, 2018.

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Cairo's Magnolia Manor is on the National Registry of Historic Places. Photograph taken September 6th, 2018.

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The Magnolia Manor in Cairo, Illinois is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was built in the late 1800s by a wealthy businessman who made his fortune selling flour all over the world. In this feature, we hear about how this house, built as a testament to the rich resources found in southern Illinois, impacted the world, and still draws visitors today.

To tour the mansion, call 618-734-0201. To learn more, browse to: http://visitmagnoliamanor.org/about/