1846 Blodgett House
Plans set for
Interior Renovation
Plans
have now been set for interior renovation of the 1846 Blodgett House.
An exciting new approach to interior has been developed, presented and
enthusiastically accepted by the Park Board. DGHPC and the Park
District Staff are excited about moving forward.
We believe that it is important to focus now on providing public access
to the inside of the Blodgett House so as to enhance its contribution
in telling the story of Downers Grove’s heritage, the Underground
Railroad and the Blodgett family.
A structural engineering report is near completion in preparation for reinforcing the floor supports.
Check out the Photo gallery
for Renovation Progress
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Blodgett House
In the News
Take a look at some of what has been written
Downers Grove Patch
April 25, 2011
Trib Local
May 27, 2010
Downers Grove Reporter
June 23, 2009
Downers Grove Reporter
March 17, 2009
Trib Local
January 15, 2009
Downers Grove Reporter
September 3, 2008
Downers Grove Reporter
May 13, 2008
Downers Grove Reporter
May 6, 2008
Jenner & Block
May 1, 2008
Chicago Tribune
May 6, 2008
Downers Grove Reporter
April 23, 2008
Downers Grove Reporter
February 11, 2008
Downers Grove Reporter
November 9, 2007
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The
1846 Blodgett House was built by Israel and Avis Blodgett. Not only
does the house have architectural historical significance as the second
or third oldest house in the Village, but it also has great
cultural significance as an active stopover point on the Underground
Railroad. The Downers Grove Heritage Preservation Corporation has been
founded with a mission to save and restore this historic house and
create a museum focusing on the underground railroad. click here to learn more |
1846 Blodgett House Overview
The 1846 Blodgett House has now been restored to its mid-19th Century appearance.
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Updated November 4, 2011
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