Prospect House Museum
THE PROSPECT HOUSE MUSEUM PROVIDES UNIQUE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES BASED ON AUTHENTIC OBJECTS, STORIES, AND LIFE OF AN AMERICAN PIONEERING FAMILY. THE PROSPECT HOUSE MUSEUM ALSO EXPLORES THE STORIES OF THE BATTLE LAKE AREA AS A VACATION DESTINATION, PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE, TO INSPIRE RESIDENTS AND VISITORS WITH THE CREATIVITY AND ENTERPRISE OF THE HUMAN SPIRIT.
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273631846
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prospecthousemuseum.org
Address
Battle Lake
Prospect House & Civil War Museum Prospect House Civil War Museum Museum in Battle Lake Minnesota The Prospect House Museum Civil War Museum The Prospect House is a Georgianstyle mansion that served as a resort and private residence in Battle Lake Minnesota. James Allison Cap Colehour built the first house on the property in 1882 from the architectural drawings of his home in Chicago. In 1886 Cap built the Georgian mansion as an addition to his house to found the Prospect Inn. Tourists came to the season resort from all over the country and often stayed for weeks at a time.
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What a fascinating piece of history! The Prospect House Museum is a treasure trove of stories that connect us to our past. Can't wait to visit and learn more about the Civil War and the legacy of this beautiful mansion! 🏛️❤️
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I love how the Prospect House Museum showcases the creativity and resilience of the human spirit! It's so important to preserve these stories and experiences for future generations. Keep up the amazing work! 🙌✨
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