John S. Moffat House, National Register of Historic Places residence in Hudson, Wisconsin.
The John S. Moffat House is an eight-sided residence with Greek Revival details and a stucco exterior located in Hudson. The unusual octagonal design creates its most distinctive visual feature.
The house was built in 1855 for John Moffat, who had moved to the area from New York. He later became a judge in the county, contributing to the community's development.
The house displays furniture and household goods from the mid-1800s that reflect how a prosperous family lived during that era. Visitors can see the objects people used daily and understand their domestic routines from that period.
The house offers guided tours that show how people lived in the 1850s. It is helpful to check opening hours before visiting, as tours are conducted by appointment.
The house belongs to a specific architectural movement of the 1800s when builders favored octagonal designs. This style was popular for a time but eventually faded from American construction.
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