Pleasant Home

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Pleasant Home, or the John Farson House, is a historic mansion in Oak Park, Illinois.

11/01/2026

Happy November! We have a busy and festive month ahead. Check out all of the fun happening at Pleasant Home! Make sure you grab your spot before it's too late! ⤵

Family Programs: app.amilia.com/store/en/park-district-of-oak-park/shop/programs/135537?subCategoryIds=7145881

Charlie Brown Brunch: app.amilia.com/store/en/park-district-of-oak-park/shop/programs/132712?subCategoryIds=7135862

Adult Programs: app.amilia.com/store/en/park-district-of-oak-park/shop/programs/124904?subCategoryIds=7144546&subCategoryIds=7144567&subCategoryIds=7145585

10/31/2026

The Library. Perfect for an intimate wedding ceremony with your most loved. Seats 20 guests and features charming and historic architectural details. We'd love to show you the space and discuss you visions for your special day.

We're currently booking for 2027 & 2028 weddings. Book a tour here: pleasanthomeop.com/weddings

Photo Credit: Lily Ma

10/29/2026

Don't miss your chance to join us for a special night of wh***ey tasting with Quincy Street Distillery! Whether you're a seasoned wh***ey enthusiast or simply curious to learn more, this evening offers a wonderful opportunity to sip, savor, and discover the craftsmanship behind locally produced spirits. Light apps to match your tastings are included in your registration.

Register here: app.amilia.com/store/en/park-district-of-oak-park/shop/activities/7384589

Spirited Sips: An Evening with Quincy Street Distillery

10/26/2026

Pleasant Home will be open for tours on Sunday, November 1 from 12:00-3:00P. Don't miss your chance to see this beautiful home! This will be our LAST Sunday of the year for docent-led tours. Our regularly scheduled tours will continue on Thursday's from 12:00-3:00P through the end of the year.

We look forward to seeing you there!
pleasanthomeop.com/pleasant-home-historical-tours

10/24/2026

We had such a sweet time decorating haunted mansions with everyone! Thank you for joining us and getting crafty with food. It was such a splendid way to get into the Halloween spirit! 🎃🦇

10/21/2026

Imagine your guests walking up to your wedding venue and ✨this✨ is what they see! Fall weddings at Pleasant Home are magical. Learn how to book our venue here: pleasanthomeop.com/weddings

10/09/2026

We're already reminiscing on how beautiful this wedding shower was. We love celebrating these special milestones and are so grateful to everyone who wants to host with us. ❤ Looking for a beautiful venue to book your next party? We'd love to hear from you!

Find more about Pleasant Home here: pleasanthomeop.com/celebrations

10/05/2026

Last month we had teams go head-to-head in the ultimate jigsaw showdown! Families and friends gathered at Pleasant Home and tested their speed, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills in order to be the first to finish the puzzle. It was wonderful afternoon and everyone crushed it!

Thanks for joining us!

10/03/2026

Pleasant Home will be open for tours on Sunday, October 4 from 12:00-3:00P. Stop by for our free and expansive docent-led tours, or take it at your own pace with a self-guided tour of the first floor. The last guided tour will begin at 1:45P. The last self-guided tour may begin at 2:30P.

We look forward to seeing you there! pleasanthomeop.com/pleasant-home-historical-tours

10/01/2026

Happy October! We've got fun Halloween-themed events coming up that we can't wait to see you at. Let's get spooky! Find more information at the links.

Decorate a Haunted Mansion:
app.amilia.com/store/en/park-district-of-oak-park/shop/activities/7145880

PJ's and Plot Twists:
app.amilia.com/store/en/park-district-of-oak-park/shop/activities/7204156

The Magic Parlor:
app.amilia.com/store/en/park-district-of-oak-park/shop/activities/7144543

Paranormal Investigation:
app.amilia.com/store/en/park-district-of-oak-park/shop/activities/7144543

Address

217 Home Avenue
Oak Park, IL
60302

Opening Hours

11am - 4pm

Website

https://pleasanthomeop.com/

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