Field House Museum

🖼️💛 This touching portrait of Eugene Field and his mother, Frances, was commissioned in 1857, the year after Frances passed away. Based on an original daguerreotype—one of the earliest forms of photography—it served as a lasting tribute to their bond.

Today, this remarkable portrait is on display in the historic Field family home, where it helps tell the story of Eugene's early life and the family that shaped him. 🏛️📖

Visit the Field House Museum to see this special piece and discover more of the Field family's history.

🏛️ Museum Closed for Independence Day 🏛️

The Field House Museum is closed today in observance of the Fourth of July.

We wish everyone a safe and happy Independence Day and look forward to welcoming you back during our regular business hours. ❤️🤍💙

🚨🏛️ Museum Closing Early Today 🏛️🚨

Please note that the Field House Museum will close at 1:00 p.m. today. We will reopen on July 5 during our regular business hours.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! 💛

☂️⚔️ This unusual object is Eugene Field’s “sword umbrella”—an umbrella featuring a sword-shaped handle that is as stylish as it is distinctive!

Here’s a fun piece of family history: Julia Field accidentally broke the handle while visiting the 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis. 🎡✨

Discover this unique artifact and many more fascinating stories when you tour the historic Field family home. 🏛️💛