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Virtual Tours
of Clermont, Iowa
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FAST FACTS:
-Home of Iowa's 12th governor, Wm Larrabee and
his wife, Anna and seven children: Charles, Augusta,
Julia, Anna, William, Frederic, and Helen
-Mansion built in 1874; designed by Architect: E. Townson
Mix from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (The architect also
designed the Historic Villa Louis Mansion in Prairie du Chien,
Wisconsin). |
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The front entrance of the home overlooks
the town of Clermont, Iowa.
Site manager, Nadine West, greets visitors. |
A grand stairway for a grand home! |
The entrance to the Montauk grounds approaches the Larrabee Mansion from the
rear.
Objects of everyday life are displayed
throughout the home. |
The sitting room is a warm and inviting place,
similar to an informal
family room today. |
Fine examples of art grace the
Larrabee Mansion. |
The Music Room holds treasures collected by the Larrabee family
from around the world. The grand piano was used often by Miss
Anna, the musician of the family. |
One of many cane collections that
Mr. Larrabee was so fond of. |
Displayed over the mantel of the fireplace are the four daughters of
Wm and Anna Larrabee from left to right: Augusta, Julia, Helen
and Anna.
A glimpse into the bedroom of Miss Anna reveals a beautifully-detailed
Victorian dress and other articles of Victorian life. |
The master bedroom showcases an ornately-carved headboard and items
used by the governor and his wife. |
The children' room is a delight, featuring toys of yesteryear and
period children's clothing. |
A quiet corner. |
Augusta's room holds a collection of her artwork. She was an
exceptional artist, with talents rivaling many famous male artists of
her day. |
The Library - where business was conducted and children were not
allowed. |
Close-up of working papers and documents of Mr. Larrabee. |
The dining room, where every meal
served was formal. |
Servants prepared delicious meals in the mansion's kitchen. |
The back porch. |
Complete your visit to Montauk with a relaxing
stroll down a picturesque walking path.
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Chickens entertain visitors. |
Guests to Montauk can wander through the outbuildings. |
The Montauk Mansion, Union Sunday School, and Clermont Museum are
operated by the State Historical Society of Iowa.
This tour has been approved by the Iowa State Historical Society.
Photos taken by Renee Matt, Clermont, Iowa webmaster
www.clermontia.org |
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