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1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson House
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The 1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson House is a living history museum located in Edwardsville, Illinois. Built in 1820, an important landmark that tells a truthful history of the early days of the State.
Baby its cold outside...for at least one of us anyway.

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December 16, 2025 at 11:00 PM
On December 12, 1820, the Edwardsville Spectator ran a classified advertisement from a man named John Ringgold, of Belleville. He describes a lost mare, noting that she is “remarkably fat.” Mr. Ringgold is also selling 1,500 pounds of butter. Better break out the biscuits!
December 12, 2025 at 9:28 PM
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Countless stories. One historic house. Your membership fuels classroom programs, youth camps, & immersive experiences at Stephenson House.
Be a Friend in 2026, renew or join today and help us keep history real.
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December 9, 2025 at 12:52 PM
December 8, 2025 at 5:38 PM
A Few Tickets Left for Tonight!
We still have limited spots open for select times for tonight’s Christmas Candlelight Tours — first come, first served, and they’ll go fast.

📞 Call after 4 PM to check availability and claim your place in the candlelit magic.
December 6, 2025 at 8:00 PM
She's a little crazy too...just say'n.
Original sound from @reallygoodimpressions on TikTok
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December 5, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Don’t let history fade.
We need new and returning Friends of the Stephenson House to renew for 2026. Your support keeps tours running, kids learning, and stories alive.
Join today. Keep the doors open.
👉 https://bit.ly/34VWCfD
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December 5, 2025 at 12:55 PM
December 4, 2025 at 11:16 PM
She just wants to be helpful...🤭😈
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December 3, 2025 at 4:34 PM
✨ This #GivingTuesday, help keep history alive at the 1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson House! ✨
Join our Friends of Stephenson House membership and be part of preserving stories that matter. 💙
👉 Become a Friend today: https://bit.ly/34VWCfD
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December 2, 2025 at 8:00 PM
December 2, 2025 at 2:39 PM
1820s fashion: serving 'homophobic aunt' energy since before electricity.
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December 1, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Okay, there are limits to what we're willing to give up.
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November 30, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Works every time...😁 Happy Thanksgiving!!
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November 27, 2025 at 4:01 PM
It would afford us the greatest pleasure should you favor us with your presence at this evening’s assembly, wherein the charms of Regency delight shall abound.

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November 27, 2025 at 3:53 PM
When you're trying to convince your BFF to learn period dances steps for the Jewels Ball.
Find Jewels Ball Information at www.stephensonhouse.org.

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November 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Today’s Stephenson House coloring page is here! 🎨 Inspired by our Arrested Development TikTok, it’s the perfect quick creative break. Add your colors and give history a fun twist—then show us your masterpiece! 🌈🖍️ #ColorYourDay #StephensonHouse #CreativeEscape
November 23, 2025 at 2:47 PM
It's hand sewn only around here...😁

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November 22, 2025 at 9:36 PM
🎄We're almost ready for next week's Christmas Candlelight Tours. The event is completely sold out and we can hardly wait to welcome everyone!
November 22, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Quote of the Day:

"We are not here to curse the darkness, but to light the candle that can guide us through that darkness to a safe and sane future."

From his presidential nomination acceptance speech in 1960, this quote comes from John Fitzgerald Kennedy who was assassinated on this day in 1963.
November 22, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Quote of the Day:

"Life is bristling with thorns, and I know no other remedy than to cultivate one's garden."

This quote comes from François-Marie Arouet, better known by his nom de plume Voltaire. He was born this day in 1694.
November 21, 2025 at 9:12 PM
November 20, 2025 at 12:26 PM
History can be confusing sometimes...🤣🤣
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November 17, 2025 at 2:51 PM