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History of the Riggin-Pesold House
The Riggin-Pesold House was placed on the historical registry in 1972, when it was revived after being abandoned for 25 years. In 1970, Dennis and Mary Lou Ammann, a newlywed couple, along with their families, brought the house back from many years of neglect.
The house is a Second Empire style. The Second Empire architectural style became most popular between 1865 and 1900. Second Empire architecture developed from the redevelopment of Paris under Napoleon III’s Second French Empire and looked to French Renaissance precedents.
Prior to being a Second Empire, the house is thought to have been an Italianate, which is very similar in style.
The original section of the home in the rear of the house, is two rooms, and was most likely a small German Four-Square or Saltbox.
This beautiful home has such a rich history, follow the links below to discover more! Learn about the history, stories, truths and fictions associated with the Riggin-Pesold House – starting with the incorrect naming! Yep – there it is, I said it…Riggin shouldn’t be on the list!
Use the links below to learn about previous historic owners and please check back as I continue to add information found through much digging and many stories shared by those families who’ve been in Lebanon for decades.1790 – 1830 Vanorsdal/Williams History – the FIRST DEED!!!
William Tipton 1878 – 1885
Music Conservatory (Pesold Years) 1897-1904
Remmick’s Tuberculosis Sanitorium
Knights of Pythius Hall
Ochs Family
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