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This house is a fine example of the Queen Anne style of architecture. The house's main features, such as the irregular massing, numerous projections, corner tower, and veranda, are all hallmarks of the style. And, while this house has a generally irregular plan, the assymetry of the style is seen in the projecting bays, gable, and tower. The veranda adds a classical detail often seen on Queen Anne houses.
This house was built for Benjamin and Adelaide Wild. They lived here until around 1936. Benjamin Wild was a partner in the O'Brien Dry Goods store, one of the largest dry goods businesses in downtown Fond du Lac. City Directories indicate that after Mabel Wild's brief residency in the house it became the Fond du Lac Women's Club House.
Initial research indicates that this house has some historical interest as the long-time home of merchant Benjamin Wild and his family.
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