Historic 1882 Mansion (Michigan iron ore industry owner - entrepreneur) -- Chapin Mansion Tours August 23 -- 10 a.m. Niles Michigan

The historic Chapin Mansion (formerly City Hall offices) was built in 1882 by Henry and Ruby Chapin who earned their fortune through the iron ore industry mining. The three-floor mansion, located at 508 E. Main Street (Niles, MI 49120) is a beautiful American Aesthetic style original, with stained glass windows, interior wood carvings, fireplaces, and chandeliers. The three-hour debut open house begins on Saturday (Aug. 23) and tours are free that day. Subsequently, beginning on Aug. 29, guided tours will be conducted on Fridays and Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Admission fee of $5 per person for those ages 10 and older. More information about the special events on August 23 and answers for your questions about the recent restoration work during the months of 2014 will be available at the History Center (www.nileshistorycenter.com).