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the revival...

Came across this architectural beauty a few weeks ago about a mile from a great abandoned house and farm I visited. I'm not sure the style,perhaps colonial with some federal elements perhaps? All I know,is that its good to see the time,care,and money that has been put into this beauty in rural northern Illinois...

 

I got some info on this wonderful old house from an Instagram contact. It is called "Everlasting House" and was built in 1860-67.It took so long to build because of the large stone blocks that had to be hauled to the site. It was rumored to be a part of the Underground Railroad,with the cupola used as a lookout...

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Uploaded on May 12, 2020