Fonthill Museum

Henry Mercer (1856-1930) built Fonthill as his home between 1908 and 1912. The concrete castle boasts 44 rooms, 18 fireplaces and more than 200 windows of varying size and shape. The interior walls, floors and ceilings are elaborately adorned with an incredible array of Mercer's original handcrafted tiles. Recently featured on A&E's "America's Castles."

Don't miss special activities including Old-Fashioned Fourth of July, Behind the Scenes Tours, Concrete Mixer, Old House Restoration Expo, Summer Camp, Holiday tours and a variety of craft classes. Open all year except New Year's, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Guided tours only, reservations strongly suggested.

Hours:
Mon. - Sat. 10 A.M.-5 P.M.
Sun. noon-5 P.M.

Admission:
Adults: $5
Age 60 and above: $4.50
Youth: $1.50
Children under 6: Free
Group rates available

On the Internet:
http://www.fonthillmuseum.org

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