A historic mansion in Illinois hosts a farmers market that’s worth a road trip

June 07, 2022 01:59 PM • 
Karleigh Creighton

A Civil War-era mansion built by a Chicago grain merchant has turned into a unique spot that now hosts a weekly farmers market.

The Illinois Farm Bureau takes us to Crystal Lake for an inside look.

For more information, click HERE.

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