William Wagner House

The William Wagner House is a wooden frame structure in Miami that showcases 19th-century residential construction methods through its hand-hewn materials and traditional joinery. The building demonstrates how early settlers constructed their homes using locally available timber and craftsmanship techniques.

The house was built between 1855 and 1858 by William Wagner, a man injured during the Mexican War who settled near what became known as Wagner Creek. The structure was relocated to its current location in Lummus Park in 1979 to preserve it for future generations.

The house reflects early Miami settlement patterns, built by William Wagner who arrived with his Creole wife Everline. It tells the story of the first families who established themselves in the area and how they shaped their living spaces.

The house is located within Lummus Park at 404 Northwest 3rd Street and is easy to access as a street-level stop. The surrounding park provides shade and open space, making a pleasant setting for a visit during most times of day.

The house is the only known surviving 19th-century balloon frame structure in Miami and features hand-hewn lumber throughout. This construction method was favored by early American settlers and this example provides rare insight into forgotten craftsmanship techniques.