Von KleinSmid Mansion

The von KleinSmid Mansion, located in Sandwich, Illinois, is a historic house built in the mid-19th century for the von KleinSmid family. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985, this private residence was the childhood home of Rufus B. von KleinSmid, who served as President and Chancellor of the University of Southern California. Known for his contributions to international relations and support for foreign students, von KleinSmid also engaged in significant capital building projects during his tenure. The mansion offers a glimpse into the history of the region and the influential figures associated with it.