Hanson House - 325 E. Third
(circa 1860). This
home is a magnificient example of Italian
Architecture. In the early 1900's the roof and
cupola were raised to add a third floor. This home may have been used for the underground
railroad. Currently, used as apartments. |
 |
Scarritt House (circa 1865), also
known a "Six
Chimneys"is located at 1025 E. George Street.
Very large living room - sitting rooms highlight the first floor of this classic Italian
Victorian Home. |
 |
The
Beall Mansion, 407 E. 12th St., Alton
BED
& BREAKFAST EMAIL
Once the private residence of Senator Edmond Beall--industrialist, financier and
politician--welcome to a world of eleven and a half foot ceilings, hardwood floors,
crystal chandeliers, leaded glass windows, pocket doors, and original wood work. |
 |
| You can't miss this brick mansion
at 410 E. 12th Street known as Duncan House (circa 1860). This home has 12 rooms and 6
fireplaces. |
 |
| Carey House at 415 E. 12th Street
(circa 1895) is defined by its symmetry and balance. |
 |
| Drummond House is located at 442
E. 12th Street (circa 1882). This home stands tall next to 412 E. 12th. Designed by Lucas
Pfeiffenburger, this home has many fireplaces and the drive through portico. Truly
magnificient. |
 |
Haskell Playhouse in Middletown
was built in
1880 for the ailing daughter of Dr. Willian
Haskell. In 1889, she was taken by diptheria. |
 |
| Marsh House (circa 1835) was once
owned by the president of the Alton National Bank. Renovation has changed the entry from
the north side of the home. |
 |
Blair House (circa 1868) is
located well off the
street at 1500 Henry. This home sits where the street cars once turned around -- at what
used to be the end of Henry. |
 |
Beall House (circa 1885) at 1700
Liberty is
highlighted by dramatic woodworking on the wrap around front porch. This home was once
owned by the President of a tool and metal production company. |
 |
| Long House (circa 1850) located
at 800 Franklin was once owned by a Civil War Colonal Long - the man who named the Ozarks. |
 |
Kellenberger House at 807 Grove
(circa 1855).
This home was owned by an insurance agent of the times. |
 |
| Lyman Trumbell House (circa 1825)
is located at 1105 Henry. Senator Lyman Trumbell wrote the Emanciaption Proclamation for
his close friend, Abraham Lincoln. |
 |
1007 Henry is know as Forbes
House (circa
1871). Owned by the founder of a Tea and Coffee Company. The features of this home are one
of the most vivid expression of the Victorian Style in Middletown. |
 |
