Step inside the Eveleth‑Crafts‑Sheridan Historical House and experience one of Greenville’s finest Victorian homes, lovingly preserved for more than 135 years. Built in the late 19th century as a wedding gift from local lumber baron John Eveleth to his daughter Rebecca and her husband Arthur Crafts, the house reflects the prosperity, craftsmanship, and family legacy that helped shape the Moosehead region.
The home remained in the family for generations before being generously donated to the Moosehead Historical Society by Julia Crafts Sheridan, the last family member to live here and an early champion of the Society’s work.
A House Built With Care — and Added To Over Time
The Eveleth‑Crafts‑Sheridan House blends original Victorian rooms with later updates that reflect the family’s evolving needs. Rare woods, fine textiles, and carefully chosen furnishings speak to their appreciation for quality and craftsmanship. Many original pieces remain in place, offering an authentic sense of how the family lived.
What You’ll See on the Tour
The tour begins in the parlor, where much of the family’s original furniture remains, including a mid‑19th‑century piano given to Rebecca Crafts as a birthday gift. The room is decorated in the style of the period and features rotating displays from our textile collection. From there, visitors enter the formal dining room, furnished with pieces crafted from rare South American oak, including matching wainscoting, and complemented by displays of china, silver, and other items from the Society’s collection.
The kitchen offers a vivid snapshot of 1890s modernity, showcasing a large Monson Slate sink, a Princess wood cook stove with bright nickel trim, a warming oven built into the radiator, and original cabinetry that includes a built‑in lazy Susan and a convertible baking section. The second floor features four bedrooms and two bathrooms, all furnished in the period of the house, with revolving textile displays that change throughout the season.
One of the most memorable spaces is the south bedroom, known as “Oliver’s room,” which honors Oliver Crafts, the 16‑year‑old son of Arthur and Rebecca. His mother kept the room unchanged after his passing, and it remains furnished with original family pieces, including beautifully crafted bookcases and period décor. The tour concludes with the sunporch, a favorite retreat for the women of the house, featuring pumpkin‑pine latticework, wicker furniture, and warm natural light with views of the grounds.
The Carriage House & Lumbermen’s Museum
Visitors may also explore the three‑story Carriage House, home to the Lumbermen’s Museum. This exhibit highlights the timber‑harvesting industry that defined the Moosehead region for generations, showcasing tools, stories, and artifacts from the logging era. The Carriage House tour may be enjoyed before or after your visit to the main house.
A Living Piece of Greenville’s Story
We look forward to welcoming you to the Eveleth‑Crafts‑Sheridan Historical House — a place where family history, regional heritage, and the spirit of the Moosehead community come together under one roof.
