About the Kennon House
About the Kennon House
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The “Kennon House” (sometimes referred to as the 'French Gothic Mansion', ‘Larry Simon House’, or the ‘Board and Batten’ House) was built in 1858 in the city of Carondelet, MO - a historic area incorporated into the City of Saint Louis in 1870. Today, the Kennon House is the best-preserved of 4 remaining carpenter gothic (Victorian French Revival) architecture in the city of St. Louis. The distinctive features of this house are its “lancet style” windows and board and batten siding. It's historic nature and distinctive features have made it the subject of articles and other media.
HISTORY of the House
HISTORY of the House
Over its 165 year history, the Kennon House has had a storied chain of ownership - From the wife of an auctioneer and commission merchant who built the house, to the Anheuser-Busch executive who is restoring it presently, the house has seen a myriad of owners and residents.
For a full history of the property, click here.
For historical images of the property, click here.
The Kennon House as owned by George Stackl in 1890, just 32 years after it was built.
RESTORATION
RESTORATION
The house fell into disrepair over the last century. Restoration efforts have been undertaken over the last 50 years - first by Larry Simon (1960s), then by his wife Jaqueline Simon (2000s), then by Steven Kootman (2010s). Presently, the property is being restored by Nora Goodleaf and Matthew Coon. The renovations are fully planned and in-process.
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Contact us
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