George W. Trogner arrived in Neillsville in the fall of 1865
after observing the surrender of Robert E. Lee, while
serving with Company H of the 3 SP Wisconsin
Volunteers. He began his own carpentry business and
wagon shop in 1867. Trogner went on to become
Neillsville's master builder. Trogner is credited with
constructing many of Neillsville’s substantial homes,
including his own, as well as many of Neillsville's
commercial and church structures. The Trogner house is
representative of the Queen Anne style of architecture. It
exhibits the strong influence of Charles Eastlake, an
English furniture designer. Ornate Eastlake detailing is
found in the peaks of the three cross gable ends. The
face of the verge boards and gable peak exhibit incised
detailing, almost lace like in nature. Fan motifs are Click on image to enlarge
repeated in the peaks and porch brackets. Trogner created
a variety of elaborate embossed woodwork, utilizing a different wood variety in each room on the first floor. NR
EL – The structure is eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
LR – The structure is on the Local Historic Register
NR – The structure is listed on the National Register of Historic Places
