Wardell House

The Wardell House is a residence in Macon County featuring Queen Anne architectural style with multiple gables and detailed woodwork across its exterior. The building displays the ornamental patterns and embellishments that were typical of home designs from that era.

The house was built in the early 1900s when Queen Anne style was still popular in Missouri. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1986 because it represents an important example of residential architecture in the region.

The house shows how well-off families lived in Missouri during the early 1900s and which rooms mattered most to them. You can see from the furnishings what activities took place inside and how the family organized their daily life.

The house sits in a suburban area of Macon County, with the best light for viewing details in the afternoon or early evening. When visiting, wear good walking shoes and plan time to examine the exterior carefully from various angles.

Original parts of the house were kept intact while modern improvements were added to keep it livable. This balance between old appearance and current use makes it a rare example of successful restoration that respects the original design.