Eells House

Adams County

415 Jersey | Quincy, IL

Oldest standing 2-story brick house in Quincy, built for prominent doctor and abolitionist, Dr. Richard Eells. Underground railroad station credited in aiding several hundred slaves forging north.

Hours

Sat 1-4p Mar-Nov, group tours by appt.

Admission

$3
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