Jarrot Mansion - Cahokia, Illinois

The Jarrot Mansion was completed in the year 1810 for Nicholas Jarrot, a native Frenchman who achieved prosperity through trade, land, and law in frontier Cahokia. The Jarrot Mansion is the oldest brick home in the state of Illinois.

The Jarrot Mansion is the former home of Nicholas Jarrot, a French-born entrepreneur who was a wealthy landowner and slave owner. One of his slaves sued for his freedom and won the mansion, plus $5 in back pay. This case was instrumental in the final abolition of slavery in Illinois.

Location: 124 E. First St., Cahokia, Illinois

Phone: 618-332-1782

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