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March 27, 2020

Home Workouts

The Hegeler Family (then the Carus families) have been working out at home since 1876 in what is thought to be the oldest, privately owned gymnasium in the country. It […]

Article by Chad / Blog / gymnasium

March 27, 2020

Twenty-two species of wood!

Someone asked about all the beautiful wood in the inlaid parquet floors. First of all, the Mansion has beautiful wood throughout. It has been reported that there are about 22 […]

Article by Chad / Blog / dining room, parlor, reception room, woodwork

March 26, 2020

Coming to call upon the Hegelers

If you came to call, you would come up the wonderful horseshoe stairs and ring the door bell. A staff member would greet you and take your calling card. You […]

Article by Chad / Blog / parlor, reception room

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