Schnull-Rauch House

The Schnull-Rauch House is a single-family home in the Meridian-Kessler neighborhood built in the Romanesque Revival style with solid brick construction and a tower element. Its interior contains stained glass windows, carved woodwork, and three main formal spaces used for entertaining and daily living.

The residence was designed in 1902 by architect Bernard Vonnegut Sr. and completed in 1904 for an Indianapolis business family. The Junior League took over the building in 1981 and adapted it for museum and event use.

The house reflects how prominent Indianapolis families lived in the early 1900s through its remaining original rooms and their furnishings. The formal spaces show the social customs and entertaining traditions of that era.

The property operates as an event venue that can be visited for specific functions or guided tours arranged in advance. It sits on a tree-lined residential street with ample parking and easy access from downtown Indianapolis.

The building retains original furnishings and personal collections that belonged to the original owners, offering visitors a rare glimpse into the private world of early 20th-century entrepreneurs. Walking through the rooms reveals details of everyday luxury that most people rarely encounter.

Location: Indianapolis

Architects: Bernard Vonnegut, Sr.

Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 39.81120,-86.15670

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:27