Built in 1847 of hand hewn, virgin white oak timbers, this is Highland Park's oldest standing structure. It was a centennial gift from Exmoor Country Club to the Highland Park Historical Society and the people of Highland Park.
In December, 1968, the cabin was moved from the grounds of Exmoor, about ? mile northwest, to this site.
It was first opened on June 8, 1969, as part of the year-long centennial celebration of the city of Highland Park.
From 1847 to 1875 the cabin served as the Stupey family home, then as a farm building until 1896 when the founders of Exmoor bought the Stupey farm. The cabin was then used as a utility building until 1968.
At the time the cabin was built, the closest settlement was St. Johns, located in what is now the southeast corner of Fort Sheridan. Population of the area was less than 100 people.
Moving, restoration and furnishing of the cabin in the period of 1850 was done by the historical society. Funds were raised by public subscription.
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