Beverly / Morgan Park
Paul and Jean Harris Home
10856 S. Longwood Dr.
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Saturday
10am - 5pm
Sunday
10am - 5pm
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The Paul and Jean Harris Home is located in Beverly's Ridge Historic District. Development in the district began in the late 1800s, as the Rock Island Line brought access to downtown Chicago. Real estate atop the ridge was particularly sought after for its views. The district's houses exhibit a variety of popular architectural styles from its period of growth, and the Harris Home is a striking example of Tudor Style. It was built in 1905 for Luther S. Dickey, Jr., a grain merchant, and his wife Becky. In 1912, Paul and Jean Harris purchased the home. They lived here until Paul's passing in 1947. More recently, the home has also come to be known as the Rotary House in recognition of Paul Harris as founder of Rotary International. Much of Rotary’s current humanitarian efforts stem from his early inspirational vision. Today Rotary International has more than 1.2 million members in 200-plus countries and geographic areas.
ENTRANCE INSTRUCTIONS:
Enter in the back of the home.
VISITOR EXPERIENCE:
Visitors will enter the meeting room in the back. Guided tours of the first and second floors as well as the basement will last about 20 minutes.
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