6 Best Things To Do In St Joseph MO
Wyeth-Tootle Mansion.
This sprawling mansion from the late 19th century features antique furnishings and art. By appointment, tours can be taken. History buffs should visit the mansion. You can also attend special events like a black-tie gala.
The Wyeth - Tootle Manor at 11th & Charles sts is a historic home. William M. Wyeth built the mansion in 1879. Mann Architects designed it in Gothic style. They gathered ideas from their European travels and built the mansion in 1883. The Tootles occupied the house until 1887 when it sold.
The mansion consists of three floors and a tower. The house is home to more than 40 rooms. Beautiful woodwork and imported stained glasses are some of the interior's highlights. The interior allows visitors to experience the life of a late 19th-century resident. The Wyeths-Tootle Mansion, located in downtown St. Joseph is a great place to visit. A history book on Huston's father William Wyeth is available if you are interested in the area's history.
Huston Wyeth held several important positions in the city, as well as being a businessman. He was active in the city’s manufacturing and arts industries. He served on the board of directors of Blue Valley Creamery Co. He was involved in the Waterways League of America as well as the American Museum of Natural History. He was also a member, among others, of the Wyeth Duck Club and St. Joseph Duck Club. He was also the president and founder of the St. Joseph Hardware Company.
