Lamon House - Vermilion County Museum Society

Welcome to the Lamon House

The Lamon House will open April 7
for the summer of 2024.
Our hours will be from 1:30 to 4:30
or by appointment at 217-443-8086.

We will be open the first Sunday of every
month, April - October.

The Lamon House is a Greek Revival Cottage built in 1850 by Joseph and Melissa Beckwith Lamon. The Lamon House is believed to be the oldest frame house in the Danville Area. Joseph is the cousin of Ward Hill Lamon, Lincoln's law partner and bodyguard.

Melissa is the daughter of Dan Beckwith, who Danville is named for. The home originally stood near downtown Danville on North Street, but was moved to its present location in Lincoln Park and was completely restored in the early 1980's. The house is open Sundays from 1:30 to 4:30 (May thru October) or by appointment.

Laura Lamon Mott Bird

History | Moving the House | Virtual Tour | 2024 Schedule | Picture Gallery

Bob O'Connor books on Ward Hill Lamon available at The Lamon House:

2007 WDAN interview with Bob O'Connor

The Lamon House
Vermilion County Museum Society
116 North Gilbert Street
Danville, Illinois 61832
217-442-2922