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Location
Visitor tip
Don't miss the upstairs bedrooms and basement areas - visitors consistently highlight these as must-see spaces with the best antique collections, including an old store replica and a detailed dollhouse replica of the Kimball House itself.
Visitor tip
Take a guided tour with historical society staff who are available on-site - they provide valuable context about the three generations of Doctors of the Kimball family and can enhance understanding of the exhibits, particularly the Sojourner Truth and Underground Railroad displays.
Best time
Visit during the annual Kimball House Strawberry Shortcake Festival for a special experience that combines museum exploration with a beloved community event and food, making it great for families and all ages.
About Kimball House Museum
Historical displays in a Victorian home. Grand 1886 Queen Anne with period antiques & displays, including information on Sojourner Truth.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Historic House Museum
- Highlights
- Victorian home, Sojourner Truth exhibit, Underground Railroad exhibits, antique furnishings
- Special Events
- Annual Strawberry Shortcake Festival, lectures, teas
What visitors say
A couple years ago my best friend and I went there. It is a wonderful place to visit. I, too, was impressed with everything there is to see. Just bring your talisman with you, as there are definitely spirits there. My bff came down…
The Kimball house museum is such a lovely place with a lot of interesting and beautiful exhibits. I had a lot of fun! Check out the upstairs bedrooms, especially if you like cute antique stuff, and check out the basement for the old…
We just enjoyed the annual Kimball House Strawberry shortcake Festival a week ago with our friends. All was good! The Strawberry shortcake was heaped with vanilla ice cream and an abundance of delicious strawberries with a generous…
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Did You Know?
- The museum features exhibits on Sojourner Truth, a notable historical figure, with dedicated programming including lectures by speakers like Donna who discuss her life and contributions
- The Kimball House is a grand 1886 Queen Anne Victorian mansion that served as the home for three generations of doctors from the Kimball family during the Victorian era
- The basement contains Underground Railroad exhibits, connecting the historic home to a significant chapter in American history
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