NRHP: Mathewson-Gerecke House

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Mathewson-Gerecke House

NRHP Reference #: 12000105

NRHP Listing Date: 20120312

Location

1202 W Norfolk Ave, Norfolk, Madison County, Nebraska

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Summary

Situated on a commanding lot in Norfolk, the two-story Mathewson-Gerecke house is associated with two of Norfolk's most prominent citizens: Charles P. Mathewson and Herman Gerecke. Both men were among the earliest residents of the town and became well-known businessmen in the community. The home, one of Norfolk's finest Queen Anne styles, was built by Mathewson in 1884, and then purchased by Gerecke in 1887.

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