Welcome to the
1876 Webb-Hay House
Historic Carmi, IL
Bed & Breakfast
Welcome to the
Historic Carmi, IL
Welcome to the
1876 Webb-Hay House
Historic Carmi, IL Bed & Breakfast
About the 1876 Webb-Hay House
Nestled in the quaint, small-town of Carmi, Illinois, stands a historic home with a rich history in the area. Enjoy a stay in our recently renovated bed and breakfast, hold an event on our spacious outdoor patio, plus play and socialize in the restored basement tavern.
The History
This beautiful house began in 1820 as a brick kitchen with an open hearth attached to a wood frame house. The original wood frame portion of the house was moved to a new location a few blocks away, and in 1876 the brick house that you now see was constructed onto the front of the old kitchen.
The first owner, Franklin E. Hay (1831-1895), was an early mayor of Carmi, a banker, a politician, and the son of Daniel Hay, one of the first pioneers of our town. He is buried, along with his wife, Martha Lane (Webb) Hay (1831-1925) in the Old Carmi Cemetery that you can see just south of the house.
We truly hope that you appreciate this grand old Italiante style house and enjoy your stay!
The House
The 1st Floor
The ground level has one fully furnished bedroom, with a private bathroom, that is more accessible for those that have trouble getting up staircases. This bathroom has a “claw-foot tub” that is original to the house. This floor also has two parlors at the front of the house, a dining room and the kitchen.
The 2nd Floor
Going up the first set of stairs leads to three bedrooms each with their own private bathroom and each are beautifully accommodated. The rooms are large, with high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that view upon the surrounding neighborhood. A fourth room is currently being renovated.
The 3rd Floor
The top floor of the house has been refurbished into a grand events center with a bar that is available for special parties and private events. The wide-open space can accommodate several tables for either dinner parties or seating for any event. The beautiful wood-accented room does require going up a couple of long staircases that are original to the house.
The Cellar
Home of the 1876 Webb-Hay “Tavern.” This small, quaint, gathering place is the perfect place to have an afternoon of visiting with friends, watching sports on television, an evening of fun, or a nightcap if you are a guest of the house. A rotating menu of pub-style food will be offered on differing days in the tavern, and a menu of lunch and dinner items will be coming in the near future. The cellar also hosts a separate gaming room for those interested in video slots.
The Patio
Just outside of the cellar bar sits the perfect spot for enjoying a summer evening or a fall afternoon with your favorite beverage. The lighted patio is furnished with tables, chairs, and umbrellas for your own small gathering spot.
Webb-Hay House News & Events
Upcoming Events
The Webb-Hay House is the perfect spot to plan for outdoor weddings, class reunions, private parties, and company dinners.
Come out Saturday. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket. Or sit under the tent. Relax on the hay wagon, or by the fire pit. Play some outdoor pool in the woods, next to The Corner Tavern, while you're there grab a signature drink from Gary. Walk through our makeshift botanical garden, and enjoy the beautiful aroma of the early summer flowers. Don't forget to stroll around and look at the art or the antiques of an organ or a bronze statue. Grab some ice cream or great grilled cheese sandwiches, or have a sweet tea, or maybe even a Long Island iced tea. Plop down at The Vintage bar and visit with Lisa. Or stroll down to the Lantern and say hi to Jane. Walk around and look at all the waterfalls and fountains while you listen to some fabulous music built on a rustic stage of pallets and plywood on a beautiful Saturday May.
Webb Hay in May: A Day of Music, Food, and Community
Join us for a free, all-ages celebration at the historic Webb-Hay House! We’re kicking things off at 11:00 AM with cornhole, followed by a full day of live music starting at Noon. This year’s lineup features incredible talent traveling from Manchester, Nashville, California, Oklahoma, Minnesota and St. Louis, alongside our favorite local stars.
For a unique experience, check out our outdoor-themed bars and fuel up with delicious eats from Taylor Made Co. and Mal’s Bakehouse. Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, and the whole family for a spring day you won't forget!
"This event has truly been a labor of love for us. From the planning to the setup, we’ve poured our hearts into every detail to make sure it’s a special experience for the whole community. We’ve worked hard to bring this together, and nothing would make us happier than seeing you all out there enjoying it with us."
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The weather is setting up for a perfect day!!! You won’t want to miss the 2nd annual music festival!
See you Saturday!!!
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A MESSAGE FROM STACEY:
Last year's event had an outstanding musical lineup. So many of you were pleased with the music, which left a challenge of how could I top 2025?
I spent this last year searching and picking the right artist for this year's festival.
Like I told you earlier, I will be featuring each artist or group in the days ahead, but for now I am so excited to give you the lineup for the 2026 Webb Hay in May Music Festival.
From top to bottom these people are true professionals in every way. When it comes to music I have no ear for mediocrity, and I challenge you to find any here.
Get ready to be blown away!
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1876 Webb-Hay House
111 S Main Cross Street
Carmi, IL 62821
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Bed & Breakfast
(618) 382-3931
Webb-Hay Tavern
Open Monday—Saturday
4:30 until Closing
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