McPike Mansion
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Alton · Illinois · Houses & castles
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An Alton landmark featured by the state's official tourism office.
Historical background
McPike Mansion, or Mount Lookout, is a mansion in Alton, which is part of the Metro-East region of the Greater St. Louis metropolitan area in the U.S. state of Illinois. Built in 1869 by Henry Guest McPike (1825–1910), it is situated on Alby Street on a site of 15 acres (61,000 m2), one of the highest points in Alton, which was called Mount Lookout.
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The story behind the stop
The accounts associated with this location are reports and folklore, not proof of paranormal activity. Read the source account ↗
Plan your visit
Arrange an authorized visit before traveling. Confirm the date, meeting point, minimum age, accessibility, and photography rules with the operator. Some experiences are seasonal or limited to scheduled groups.
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Prepared October 2, 2026. Opening hours, prices, access, and tour availability are not monitored in real time.
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