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James J. Hill House Press Kit

The James J. Hill House was completed in 1891 as the home of James J. Hill, builder of the Great Northern Railway, and his family. A National Historic Landmark, the 36,000-square-foot mansion is open year-round for guided tours, art exhibits and special events. It is located a half block west of the Cathedral of St. Paul at 240 Summit Ave.

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James J. Hill House exterior.

James J. Hill House
Photo by Joe Michl, courtesy of Minnesota Historical Society

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James J. Hill House interior.

Home interior 
Photo by Brady Willette courtesy of Minnesota Historical Society

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James J. Hill House tour.

House tour
Photo by Brady Willette courtesy of Minnesota Historical Society

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James J. Hill House interior staircase.

James J. Hill House interior
Photo by June Butler courtesy Minnesota Historical Society

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James J. Hill House construction crew, photo by Schuyler M. Taylor, 1891.

James J. Hill House construction crew, photo by Schuyler M. Taylor, 1891
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James J. Hill, 1863.

James J. Hill, 1863
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