This Illinois Landmark Inspired One of America’s Greatest Writers
Illinois is full of amazing landmarks to visit, but according to travel experts, there’s one in particular that stands out as a must-see destination. You truly have to experience it to believe it.
This Illinois Landmark Inspired One of America’s Greatest Writers
From the Bean in Chicago to the museums in both Chicago and Springfield—and everything in between, Illinois is packed with iconic places for visitors to explore and learn from. However, according to Love Exploring, the most inspirational landmark in the state is none other than the birthplace of Ernest Hemingway.
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Illinois’ Most Inspirational Landmark
Located just west of Chicago in Oak Park, this home was where the legendary American writer was born and raised. Today, it has been transformed into a museum (similar to Mark Twain’s childhood home in Hannibal), giving visitors the chance to see where Hemingway’s story began.
Hemingway was born in a second-floor bedroom of the home in July 1899 and spent the first six years of his life there. Restored to its original glory in 1992, the Victorian-style house gives a glimpse into the early environment that shaped his creativity and imagination.
With its wraparound porch, charming wooden walkway, and beautifully preserved details, the home allows guests to step back in time and experience the place where one of America’s greatest writers got his start.
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