Ewing Manor

06/04/2026

Catching a beautiful glimpse of the fountain through blooming clematis vines in the Genevieve Green Garden at Ewing Culture Center.

06/01/2026

Welcome Summer in with a tour of Ewing Manor! Historic Ewing Manor is open for home tours today from 4pm-6pm. The last tour will start at 5 p.m. Reservations are encouraged at ewingmanor.ilstu.edu but not required. The manor is located at 48 Sunset Road, Bloomington, IL. Tours are without charge, but a $5 donation is suggested for the restoration of the manor.

Built in the late 1920s by Davis and Hazle Buck Ewing, the channel-Norman-style residence was home to many of Ewing’s efforts to support the causes of education, women’s suffrage, and world peace. Donated to the Illinois State University Foundation upon her death, the Ewing Cultural Center is now home to the Illinois Shakespeare Festival and the Genevieve Green Gardens.

Parking is across the street at St. John’s Lutheran Church.

05/28/2026

Shoutout to Kim from Illinois State University Grounds Staff!

A big thank you to Kim for bringing a magical touch to the Genevieve Green Gardens at Ewing Cultural Center! 🌸🧚‍♀️ The newly installed Fairy Garden adds whimsy, creativity, and charm for everyone to enjoy.

05/19/2026

05/14/2026

Wonderful article in today's "Pantagraph" about the restoration of Ewing Manor. To read full story, click on title of article.

After more than a decade of work, Ewing Manor’s restoration is complete, preserving its history as it nears its 2028 centennial.

05/12/2026

Blooming today in the Genevieve Green Gardens at Ewing Cultural Center, the yellowwood tree, prized for its, fragrant, white blossoms, alongside peonies, that symbolize romance, prosperity, and good fortune. Engage your sense of smell today by taking a leisurely walk through the gardens. The gardens are open daily and ready for your enjoyment.

05/07/2026

Kaitlyn Klepec, Pantagraph reporter, plays Hazle Buck Ewing’s 1919 Ampico baby grand piano. Hearing music resonate throughout the manner is a true joy, it brings the home to life in the most meaningful way.

05/03/2026

Greeted by volunteers, staff, and the resident rabbit, Ewing Cultural Center welcomed more than 5,000 prom-goers and their families over the past two Saturdays.

Congratulations to all the high school seniors as you celebrate this exciting milestone and create memories that will last a lifetime!