LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Some say it's the crown jewel of Lima, and this weekend you can see what the talk is all about.
Some say it's the crown jewel of Lima, and this weekend you can see what the talk is all about.
As part of the Ohio History Connection's "Ohio Open Doors" program, the MacDonell House will be open free of charge on Saturday, September 7, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. They will also have some special peeks at areas not seen before in the house.
They are encouraging people to come out and see the grandeur of this Victorian home.
Located at 632 West Market Street, the nearly two-story 1915 stained glass has recently been restored and is a sight to see. The home is the last of the mansions on Lima's Golden Block, and admission is free Saturday. They are encouraging people to come out and see the grandeur of this Victorian home.
"Most people today can't pay for the amount of work that is in this house. We can talk about all the different types of wood, colors, that kind of stuff that is so special to this house and not something that you see outside a Victorian home," said Hannah Bergstedt, public engagement and learning coordinator.
They will also have some special peeks at areas not seen before in the house.
You can also make an afternoon of it and visit the Allen County Museum at 620 W. Market St, Lima, OH 45801, where admission is always free, but donations are always welcome.
