Explore More Illinois, RAILS’ online cultural and recreational pass program for Illinois libraries, welcomes its newest attraction, The 1843 Durant-Peterson House Museum in St. Charles!
The Durant-Peterson House Museum is the original homestead of Bryant and Jerusha Durant, built in 1843. Your visit becomes a step back in time to the 19th century with first-hand experiences of life as a pioneer on the Illinois prairie! Smell savory dishes sizzling over the hearth. Hear the laughter of children playing games in the parlor. Taste heirloom recipes from the Durant and Peterson families’ cookbooks. A tour through the house offers a unique historical experience with adult and junior docents in period dress and many opportunities for hands-on interaction.
The Durant-Peterson House Museum is offering Free Admission
Explore More Illinois users can access and reserve passes from any of our attractions on their participating library’s website.
Please visit the Explore More Illinois website for a list of current attractions. For more information, please contact Jessica Barnes or 630.734.5181.