Black Point (Linn, Wisconsin) facts for kids
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Black Point
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Location in the United States
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| Location | 580 S. Lake Shore Dr. (Pier 580), Linn, Wisconsin |
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| Area | 6 acres (2.4 ha) |
| Built | 1888 |
| Architect | Adolph Cudell |
| Architectural style | Queen Anne |
| NRHP reference No. | 94001147 |
| Added to NRHP | September 15, 1994 |
Black Point is an amazing old house on the south shore of Geneva Lake in Wisconsin, United States. It was built in 1888 as a summer home. The original owner was Conrad Seipp, a very successful beer maker from Chicago. This beautiful estate has also been called the Conrad and Catherine Seipp Summer House and Die Loreley.
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Exploring the Black Point Mansion
Black Point is built in the Queen Anne style. This means it has a very detailed and fancy design. One of its coolest features is a four-story observation tower. This tower looks like a "crow's nest" from a ship. You can see it from many places on the lake.
Inside the Historic Home
When you step inside Black Point, you'll find furniture from the time after the American Civil War. These pieces help you imagine what life was like back then. The house was designed by an architect named Adolph Cudell.
A Protected Landmark
Black Point is so important that it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1994. This list helps protect special places across the country.
Visiting Black Point Today
The state of Wisconsin now owns the Black Point property. They lease it to a group called the Black Point Historic Preserve. This group is a non-profit organization. They manage the estate and offer public tours. These tours started in June 2007.
Protecting the Land and Lake
The estate and its beautiful grounds are protected. This includes 620 feet of shoreline along Geneva Lake. A special agreement, called a conservation easement, keeps it safe from future building. The Geneva Lake Conservancy, a local conservation group, helps protect it. The Black Point Historic Preserve also helps with this important work.
