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William Stone Home

501 South Washington Street

The home of Amy Durand and Barb Pinkerton is eclectically decorated and has something of interest for everyone.

The Victorian Queen Anne Style home was built in 1891 by William C. Stone. His father, Jesse Stone, was the first lieutenant governor of Wisconsin

The home has natural woodwork, original fireplaces, built-in window seats, crystal chandeliers, original light fixtures and tin ceilings. There are various decorating themes throughout, from the Victorian living and dining rooms, cozy library, lighthouse room, sports bar, sum porch, 1950s diner-style kitchen and movie theater bathroom.

The warmth of this home is especially evident during the holidays with the many Christmas trees and festive decorations.

Mrs. W. C. Stone nee Skinner [Mary Idaline Skinner] b. 1858, d. 1948, Sec 25 of Oak Hill Cemetery

Sister of Charles A. Skinner, 1865-1934, daughter-in-law of Jesse Stone

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1881

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On rear of picture is written

Mrs. W. C. Stone

(__Skinner)

This dress is in the O.H. (Octagon House) collection

Jan 27, 1881

1909

06 18 Stone Gold Medal for General History, donated by William C. Stone, awarded, Sacred Heart commencement WG