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Travel Tips
Direct train services from London make Hastings an easy seaside day trip. 1
Take time to explore the Old Town and enjoy the views from the Hill Cliff Railway. 2
Introduction
History
- ๐ Built: Construction began in 1862 and completed in 1866.
- ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Owners: Built by General William LeDuc and his wife Mary Bronson LeDuc.
- ๐๏ธ Historical Use: Served as a residence, later an antiques shop, and now a museum.
- ๐ Historical Significance: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970.
- ๐ Notable Roles: General LeDuc was a Civil War hero and U.S. Commissioner of Agriculture.
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Architecture
- ๐ก Style: Gothic Revival architecture.
- ๐ Designer: Based on plans by Andrew Jackson Downing.
- ๐ชต Materials: Buff-colored limestone with red trim.
- ๐ฅ Features: Ten fireplaces, three-foot-thick limestone walls.
- ๐ช Interior: Includes a parlor, sitting room, dining room, library, and more.
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Tour Information
- ๐ฐ๏ธ Hours: Open Thursday to Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (mid-May to mid-October).
- ๐๏ธ Tour Times: 10:00, 11:30, 1:00, 2:30, & 4:00.
- ๐ Contact: For special tours, call 651-438-8480.
- ๐ Registration: Tours can be pre-registered online.
- ๐ถโโ๏ธ Walk-ins: Accepted depending on tour capacity.
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Events
- ๐ Holiday Decor: Mansion is decorated in Victorian style during holidays.
- ๐ซ Victorian Teas: Special events include Victorian teas.
- ๐ After Hours: Hastings Historic After Hours events.
- ๐ช Reenactments: Civil War reenactments and other historical events.
- ๐ Special Programs: Programs for all ages, including fur-trade rendezvous and more.
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Visitor Tips
- ๐ Best Time: Visit between mid-May and mid-October for full access.
- ๐ธ Photography: Allowed, but check for any restrictions.
- ๐ Parking: Available on-site.
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Picnics: Picnic area available for visitors.
- ๐ Footwear: Wear comfortable shoes for walking around the estate.
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| Travel Information |
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| ๐ย ย ย Phone: (651) 438-8480 |
| ๐ย ย ย Website: http://www.dakotahistory.org/leduc-historic-estate |
| ๐ย ย ย Hours: See hours |
| ๐ย ย ย Address: 1629 Vermillion St, Hastings, MN 55033 |
๐ย ย ย Profiles:  |
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