In 1976, the Durant-Peterson House became one of the first national register landmarks in Kane County. During its restoration in the 1970s, the white paint on the original 1843 portion as shown in the photo was removed so the original red brick could be exposed. The 1870s "Peterson kitchen" addition has remained white clapboard siding.
PHOTO: March 1976 from the archives of the Garfield Farm Museum. Used with permission.
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