A "Behind The Velvet Ropes" tour for up to ten people of impressive Glensheen, the historic Congdon estate and its gardens. This tour is for areas generally "off limits" to regular Glensheen visitors.
Get an insider's look at the home built for Chester A. Congdon, reportedly the richest man in Minnesota at the time of his death in 1916, and experience a dramatic slice of Duluth's rich history. This 39-room mansion on the shores of Lake Superior reflects the grand "boom time" at the end of the last century. But look closely and you'll see evidence of a family home, where Chester and Clara celebrated generations of children and grandchildren. You can explore room after room of exceptional original furnishings, artwork, and family treasures. This 7.6 acre estate includes a carriage house, boat house, formal gardens, and meandering pathways - all on the shores of Lake Superior. As seen on A & E television network's "America's Castles" and Court TV's "Power, Privilege, and Justice." Let Glensheen inspire you and nine of your friends today!