This is a pre-order for the Summer 2026 issue, which will be released on April 30th. Please allow 1-4 weeks for delivery after its release date.
On the cover of our Summer 2026 issue is the home of Nik & Kim Groothuis of Casey, Illinois.
“Where Simple Living Prevails in a Town of Magnitude”: In Casey, Illinois, a town known for its monumental landmarks, Nik and Kim Groothuis thoughtfully designed a Cape Cod–style home around the antiques they have gathered over decades. As longtime collectors and proprietors of Greathouse of Country, their commitment to simple living feels deliberate in a town known for its magnitude.
Inside this issue, you’ll find four additional home tours that dive into antique collections and the stories behind them, including the homes of:
Scott and Cindy Kappes of Freeport, Illinois
Jim and Jennifer McKelvie of Campton Hills, Illinois
Fred and Gail Gersch of Midlothian, Texas
John Stys of New Hartford, New York
Standout features include:
Before 1776:Homes That Stood Before the Republic
Historic Hues: The Colors that Shaped Early American Homes
Antiques: A Thriving Industry Hill & Bek: Somewhere Off the Beaten Path
Artisan Spotlight: Of Cloth & Hand: The Work of Angela Hillstrom
A Connection to Founding Father Paul Revere
The Summer 2026 issue will be released on April 30th. Please order by Friday, April 10th, to be included on our main mailing list. A second and third mailing list will be sent at a later date.
