Shirley. Octagon house. The Jane Ross Reeves Octagon House.
Built in 1879. Two story, wood. The house originally had a porch on five sides.
The house is currently in the process of
being restored, by the Jane Ross Reeves Octagon House Foundation, with
the involvement of some descendants of Jane Ross Reeves. The foundation can
be contacted at 765-738-6281.
W. Jeller provides the following information:
"The house originally had 2 portico's; one from the living room and one from the parlor.
After Jane Ross Reeves died, the house was sold. The portico's were removed and a 3 sided wrap around was on the front of the house.
Also about a side and half of the back was covered. We have put a porch all the way around as to best meet the needs of the community center and it also enhances the house."
Photograph.
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Drawing
Sources: Dale Travis. LOC HABS project IN-172. W. Jeller provides information
about the restoration effort.
Entered: June, 2001
Updated: March, 2004.
Updated: July, 2006.