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James Millikin Homestead

125 N. Pine Street, Decatur, IL 62522

Historic Sites

Historic home of Mr. & Mrs. James Millikin, open for tours & special events and available for rental.

The Millikins occupied the home for more than 30 years and were active in giving back to the local community. After James died in 1909, Anna stayed in the house. She supported the James Millikin University, founded in 1901, as well as the Decatur Art Class and the Municipal Art League. 

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