Wilson, Judge Robert S., House - Ann Arbor, Michigan
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member GT.US
N 42° 16.932 W 083° 44.615
17T E 273781 N 4684754
The Wilson House is located on Division, just North of Huron.
Waymark Code: WM87VD
Location: Michigan, United States
Date Posted: 02/16/2010
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member Big B Bob
Views: 5

The University of Michigan website at (visit link) tells us:
"This home has been quoted as Ann Arbor's most famous house. It has been compared to the original Temple of the Wingless Victory at Athens. The four front columns are frequently praised for their grace and perfect proportions. It was constructed in 1834 and has been occupied by some of Ann Arbor's most prominent residents. Judge Robert S. Wilson originally occupied the home until he accepted a career transfer in 1850. He then sold the home to John A. Welles. John's son Henry lived there until his death in 1860, a mere ten years later. Henry Welles was known and respected for his position as treasurer of the University from 1858-1860. Henry had four daughters. Their lavish weddings took place at the home. For one of the extravagant ceremonies wood-paneled ceilings were installed throughout the first floor. In 1892 the publisher George Wahr purchased the home. He and his family were displeased with the interior, particularly with the well located inside the house contributing to unsanitary conditions. The Wahr's built a new home within a block of this home and sold this one to the Sallade family. The Sallade family still resides in this mansion."
Street address:
126 N. Division St.
Ann Arbor, MI USA
48104


County / Borough / Parish: Washtenaw

Year listed: 1982

Historic (Areas of) Significance: Architecture/Engineering

Periods of significance: 1825-1849

Historic function: Domestic

Current function: Domestic

Privately owned?: yes

Primary Web Site: [Web Link]

Secondary Website 1: [Web Link]

Season start / Season finish: Not listed

Hours of operation: Not listed

Secondary Website 2: Not listed

National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed

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