Chapin Mansion (Niles City Hall)

This Queen Anne mansion was built from 1882-84 by Henry A. Chapin, a native of Massachusetts. The 13 room interior has hand-carved woodwork, stained glass transoms, stenciled ceilings, and a ball room on the top floor. In 1932, the family sold the home to the city of Niles. The carriage house at the rear houses the Fort St. Joseph Museum. The building may be visited during normal business hours, and large group tours can be arranged in advance. Tours are free.