Historic Preservation Booklet

In 1867, Ezra Goodrich built this Italianate home of Cream City Brick. The addition in the rear dates from the 1920s. The home remained in the Goodrich family until 1967 when Lois Goodrich passed away. The Milton Historical Society currently owns it.

The original depot burned in 1913 and was located on the other side of the railroad tracks. The current structure was built in 1914 as a railroad depot for the growing community of Milton, and the station was closed in 1958. It was given to the Milton College who later donated it to the city. It is located on the north end of Goodrich Park, and, following a renovation, the station now serves as the Milton Community House.

Built in 1851 by Elijah and Polly Goodrich, the first cousin and sister of Joseph Goodrich. While waiting for this home to be built, the Goodrich family lived in Block #2 of the Goodrich Block, the southern wing attached to the Milton House, where their two sons died of cholera. Polly was considered one of the richest women in town and was known by the residents as Aunt Polly.

Italianate house built in 1870 of Cream City brick. This house is unusual because it was built on one level at a time when most formal houses had two stories. The property belonged at one time to Darwin Maxon, a Seventh Day Baptist and fiery abolitionist.

Red gable brick home built in 1860. Originally owned by a relative of Joseph Goodrich. This early example of brick construction includes a cellar that is only six feet high and a centered front entry framed by sidelights setting under a full span porch. This structure is #85376 on the State Register.

This cement block home was built by a local farmer named McNally in 1905 for a cost of $3,000.00. It has the distinction of not only being one of three known Sears and Roebuck homes in Milton, but is also the only cement block home of its type in the city.

The Sunby Home built for Ruth McDaniel around 1926 by local craftsmen, was designed with a heavy Spanish influence. Casement windows, arched covered central entrance, an offset chimney and a central dormer window highlight the hip roof of this stucco house.

Abram Allen built a second grout home in 1853. The main block measures 25 by 18 feet and is unique among Milton’s houses because its façade is on the long side, with a center entrance and double hung sash windows placed symmetrically on either side. Three low “eyebrow” windows appear at the second story with return cornices embellishing the gables on both sides. In 1874 a framed wing was added and a major addition added to the west in the early 1990’s. To the rear of the house stands the original horse barn now used as an art studio. This home is also on the National Register of Historic Places.

Victorian home built in 1901 for Mrs. Mina Noyes, who lived there only briefly. Frank Lee and his family moved in 1901 and bought the home in 1903. Lee grew over two acres of strawberries on the land behind the home. The tornado of November 11, 1911 blew windows out and rotated the house several degrees on its foundation. Lee jacked the house back to its original position and repaired the damage in time for his daughter Jenny to marry Harris Drew in the parlor on January 1, 1912.

Built in 1930 by Stuart and Ethlyn Shadel of local field stone, this Spanish Colonial features a second story under a prominent roof. Designed by architect Frank Sadler from inspiration he got from Idea Magazine. The Shadels built the house and then were married in the home where they lived until he passed away in 1995 and she in 2008. It is also #85370 on the State Register.

Built in 1932 by Chester Rasmussen this red brick English inspired cottage features a front entrance set inside a central stone entry. Prominent to the home is a steeply sloped roof with clipped gables on each end, hardwood floors, and a first floor fireplace.

Federal-style home was built of local kiln bricks in 1852 by Jonathan C. Culver. His name and those of his children are inscribed on the bricks. For many years the local telephone company was housed on the second floor of the home. Harris and Marion Allen bought the house in 1953.

Cream City brick home built in 1891 by W. B. West. His widow, Nettie, was the secretary, bookkeeper, and then full-time manager for the West Lumber Company until it was sold in 1908. Her daughters were missionaries in China. During WWII, she and her daughter were imprisoned in a Japanese POW Camp from June to October 1945.

Italianate house built in 1860 on land originally owned by Henry Beebe Crandall, the first claim-holder in what became Milton Junction. This land was also owned by Edward Holton, a Milwaukee railroad spectacular and abolitionist in 1850.

Milwaukee Cream City brick home built in 1880 by Issac Parsons Morgan, the founder of Milton Junction. The Maxsons lived here from 1915 to 1955. Mabel Maxson taught English and served as the Librarian at the Milton College from 1912 to 1955.

Built by the railroad ca. 1960, this timber frame structure has a granite foundation. It was used as a warehouse storing local goods until they could be shipped to market. It saw use as a feed and grain mill until the Midland CO-OP ceased operation in 1999 and currently is the home of Red Rooster gift and antique shop.

This one story Bungalow built around 1920 features hardwood floors and a fire place. It is built of an eye catching mix of local stone, red brick and stucco. A low pitched gabled roof with deep eaves covers a half porch and grouped three over one double hung windows.

This eye catching clapboard sided, four square inspired home features a prominent full span front porch with off centered stairs and a dormer centered in the hip roof. Now a private residence, like many homes in the college area, it had an upstairs room that was offered for rent to college students.

Built in 1910 by James Coon and currently owned by its second owners, Jon and Donna Platts. This two story, four square has a full span front porch and originally had gas lights in each room.

Built ca. 1880 this two story Cream City brick Italianate has gently arched windows, a front entry framed by sidelights and a four gabled roof. The house is also #8468 on the State Register.

This single story stucco structure built in 1923 on the site of the Morgan House, served the Milton Junction community as a railroad depot until it was renovated into a popular local restaurant. The Morgan House was the “Junction” side’s depot from 1861 until it burned in 1872. It was immediately rebuilt and served as a depot and restaurant until it was razed in 1923 to make room for the current Depot structure.

Built in 1885 this modest house has a storied past as originally a hotel and brothel serving the railroad. The west two third of the hotel collapsed in 1902 after which it became a private residence. The house is reputed to be inhabited by a friendly ghost. It is #84603 on the State Register.

In 1945, Ivan and Lois Rice occupied this gambrel roof two story Dutch Colonial Rival home. A pair of dormer windows overlook a full length, heavily detailed porch and symmetric picture windows.

The two story gabled vernacular grout house was built ca. 1868, of grout block construction. The builders were thought to be A. Sowles and Frank Smalley. The blocks of grout were set up tight with narrow, mortar like stone with the exterior covered with a stucco-like material so thin that the grooves are indented and visible to the eye. This house is on the National Register of Historic Places.

One of two grout block buildings in Milton ca. 1868, it is very similar in proportion and construction to the Gifford House. In both a tall door on the left is topped with a flat wooden lintel. Built with two first story windows to the right and tall windows, aligned above them in the second story are also topped with wooden lintels. This house is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Queen Anne style home built in 1911 by S.C. Chambers. It had all the modern conveniences of the time, including a laundry room, a fuel room, an ash room and a root cellar. It was heated by hot water and lit by city gas, but also wired for electricity in case electric power became available in town. The dining room is oval in shape, with built-in china closets with concave, leaded-glass fronts.

This two story, red brick house was built in 1926 for Dr. Wayland Coon by his father, Dr. George Coon. Built-in lead glass fronted book cases and benches flank a fireplace that looks over a full length living room. Hardwood floors, French doors throughout, a walkout balcony and a cistern in the basement that supplied soft water for bathing and washing clothes are just a few of the many features of this bungalow.

Two story stucco home built in the late 1860’s is laid out with its front entrance on the right side of the house. Hardwood floors, central fire place and prominent double hung windows under a gabled roof add interest to this home.

Built circa 1890 for Henry and Julia Kidder. This Queen Anne style house has original built-in cabinets, hard wood floors throughout and a third story turret. This house is #85355 on the State Register

Built in 1933 for Carl Anderson, this one story Bungalow is heavily influenced with a Norwegian style. Buttresses support each corner of the main structure and the deep covered front porch. It is #85394 on the State Register

Dr. Fred Meyer, a dentist from Edgerton, built this beautiful limestone house in 1937. It is better known as the Shellstad House. One of Dr. Meyers daughters, Mildred, married George “Pete” Shellstad who operated Shellstad Oil Company in Milton for many years. It is said that the stone for the house was salvaged from the “old Newville Bridge” that was being replaced after it was hit by a car.

Built in 1899 of Cream City brick this house was the site of Milton’s first antique store run by Lena and Clara Fox from 1936 until 1942. This home features arched, double front doors set under a central hip roof porch, detailed casting over the windows and a four gabled roof.

The house was built in 1870 of Cream City brick by Fred C. Hutson, a tobacco buyer. The house replaced an earlier brick structure used as a school and a Catholic meeting place. Arched windows, a double front entry and a balcony over the front porch all make this two story brick Italianate and eye catching home. It is #85385 on the State Register.

Built circa 1860 for Alex Paul, local banker, farmer, and state congressman in the 1920’s. This Cream City Brick two story has recently undergone a renovation that saw its footprint double in size but retain its original beauty.

This stick built Dutch Colonial Rival was constructed in 1916 for Arthur Saunders, the owner of the Saunders Mill and Lumberyard. Inset windows flank a prominently central dormer on a long, sloping gambrel roof. An arched main entrance is prominently featured between four over one windows. It was also home to Milton College President Jay Ciofoot, 1931-1939.

Built around 1922 for Milton College Professor and President Lehman Stringer, this gambrel roof house also was the home of two other college presidents. The pediment Dutch Colonial Revival entrance is flanked by first and second story symmetrically arranged six over one windows.

Built by Joseph Goodrich and Jeremiah Davis out of Milwaukee Cream City Brick in 1857, it was used as a co-educational dormitory until 1863 and a womens dorm through the remaindered of the 1960’s. It currently houses an antique and collectibles shop, with the owners residing on the third floor. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Italianate classroom building built in 1854 of cream brick, it was enlarged in 1867. This was the first building constructed for the Milton College after its move to its current site. This building is now owned by the Milton College Preservation Society, which uses it as a museum and archive of Milton College history, as well as a meeting center. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Completed in 1906, this brick Eclectic Revival building has attic story dormers and served as a library and science building. It is named in honor of Milton College President William Whitford. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.

One of the finest examples of the Italianate style, this home was built of Cream City Brick in 1856, as the private residence of college president William Whitford until his death in 1902. Bracketed hip roof, arched windows that match the fan arch over the front entrance set under a full front veranda. The building has served as the presidents house, as a dormitory, student center, and it is currently a private residence. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Originally constructed in the early 20th century as a gymnasium, this building was remodeled to be the fine arts building in 1962. It was named after college President William C. Daland. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Built in the 1850's by Col. Fraser, this building was used as the college presidents residence from 1902 until 1921. It later served as the music studio, the administration building and is currently a private residence. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Built in 1909 for F.A. Anderson the President of Burdick Corp., by a local craftsmen. This eye catching two story red brick was also the home of four Milton College Presidents. Newer additions flank the original structure that features an arched covered entry that prominently stands out from the front brick façade.

Designed by the prominent Chicago architect Fredrick Schock in the Prairie/Craftsman style, it was also known as Davis House during the days that Milton College owned it. Built in 1914-1915 for Dr. George Post and used as his retirement home this red brick home is currently being renovated to its former Art & Crafts glory.

Built in 1932 by Russell Burdick and Carl Dudley this English Cottage Style house was built for William Burdick, a professor at Milton College. This home is constructed of multi-colored stone, called Burlington stone, hardwood floors, and tall five over two windows that flank the front entrance.

This English Cottage inspired home is built of earth toned brick with an arch front entry set between symmetric picture windows. An eye catching, steeply sloped red terra-cotta shingled roof features a second story gabled roof that is balanced by a prominent dormer.

Art Deco style building constructed in 1927 by Milton College Coach Norris Robotham. The free-standing stone arch originally sat at the corner of the property, by the intersection. It has been operated as a service station by a number of people over the years and is currently known as Arndt’s Mini Mart.

Built in 1850 as a single family home, it has been heavily renovated and now functions as a two family home. Hardwood floors, a massive walnut staircase and glassed in front porch are features of this home. Decorative corbels detail the roof and outline the dormer.

The house was built in the Italianate style in 1850. The Drew family owned the property for three generations, and sold the house in 1987. Sidelights frame an off centered front entrance under a gabled porch. Harris Drew's parents moved to the house in 1920.

Built in 1911 by the AT&T Company to serve as a test station and lineman’s residence this traditional American Four Square has construction of concrete walls and floors with terra cotta inner walls. Twelve inch thick walls and ten inch thick floors make it a stable structure that should welcome visitors to Milton for years.

Known as the Crandall House, the structure was built in 1865 by Havens. This two-story, Italianate building is constructed of Cream City brick. It was owned by Henry Crandall, a Milton College Professor, and his family who lived there for 72 years. It has been a private residence, a two family home, and currently an unoccupied business space.

Constructed in 1850 by John Alexander for use as a warehouse for the storing of wheat and hops when southern Wisconsin accounted for over 70% of the states production. This 40 x 50 foot grout building has seen life a s a blacksmith shop, auto service station, an apple warehouse and most recently a winery. The structure was given to the Milton Historical Society in 1994 by the heirs of the Davidson-Skelly estate. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Built as a stagecoach inn in 1844 and designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1998, is the most outstanding grout structure in Milton. A hexagonal building made of limestone mortar, the Milton House is one of only two 19th century hexagonal structures built in the U.S. still in existence. It is a documented Underground Railroad site and includes a tunnel that connects the hotels basement to a log cabin that sits behind the Milton House and was used to shelter fugitive slaves during the American Civil War. A new addition stands on the site of the original Goodrich Block, a five section, two story block used as businesses on the ground floor and apartments on the second.