The Log House

Johannes Siebold moved his family into the original log house that stood where the dining room and farmhouse now stand. The current log house was dismantled, relocated, and reconstructed from a much larger, two-story house. Outside the old house, cast iron rings were embedded in a log to secure horses. The house, roughly 18x24 feet in size and facing south, has typical dimensions and orientation for the period. The planed floor, trim, and glass features are indicative of construction styles from the late 1840s and 50s.
 

During the reconstruction in 1976, the tamarack rafters were replaced, and a new roof was added to preserve the structure's integrity. Additionally, the cupboard in the corner, a piece of historical furniture, was found in the upstairs of the larger log house and was preserved as a part of the reconstruction. The attention to detail in preserving these elements provides a glimpse into the craftsmanship and living conditions of the mid-19th century. This careful restoration allows the house to serve as a tangible link to the past, illustrating the architectural and cultural heritage of the time.