Col. Ira C. Copley Mansion

The Copley Mansion is a three-story neoclassical residence in Aurora, Illinois, constructed with Roman brick in a Flemish bond pattern. The building displays classical elements including ionic porticos on each facade and is topped by a hipped roof with prominent chimneys.

The house was built in 1917 for Colonel Ira Clifton Copley, a U.S. Representative and founder of Copley Press. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 and stands today within the West Side Historic District.

The mansion bears the name of its original owner, a prominent businessman and politician of his era. Visitors can appreciate the neoclassical details from the exterior, which reflect the architectural preferences of wealthy neighborhoods during this period.

The property remains a private residence with no public interior access. You can view the architectural features from the street and include it as part of a walking tour through the historic district.

The roof features a Palladian window with a lunette on the third floor, a distinctive architectural detail visible from the exterior. This window reflects the care taken in the design to preserve classical principles throughout the structure.

Location: Illinois

Architects: Jarvis Hunt

Architectural style: neoclassicism

GPS coordinates: 41.75917,-88.32417

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:40