Col. Isaac C. Elston House

The Col. Isaac C. Elston House is a two-story residence in Crawfordsville, Indiana, designed in the Stick and Eastlake style. Its decorative woodwork and detailed gables display the craftsmanship found in high-style homes of its period.

The house was built in 1882 and originally belonged to Major Isaac Compton Elston, who fought in the War of 1812. It was later recognized as significant to the region and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.

The house bears the name of its original owner and shows how wealthy families lived in the 1800s. Today it serves as the home of the Wabash College president, blending historical domestic life with current institutional use.

The property sits on E. Pike Street and is part of the Elston Grove Historic District. Visitors should note that the house functions as a private residence for the college president and may not be open for touring.

The grandson of the original owner donated the house to Wabash College, linking private family history with the college's institutional identity. This gift allowed the college to use the residence as the official home for its leadership.

Location: Indiana

GPS coordinates: 40.04056,-86.89444

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:04