
Like many Folk Victorian houses, this example is a bit eclectic. It is probably older than the stylistic elements would suggest.

Like many Folk Victorian houses, this example is a bit eclectic. It is probably older than the stylistic elements would suggest.
Robert Lee McDougald established his undertaking business in 1936 and it continues to this day, as the C. W. McDougald Funeral Home. Robert McDougald, known as “Professor”, also served as the principal of the Butler Colored School [later known as Eureka High School and McDougald High School] located next door to the funeral home. The McDougald family has been prominent in the African-American community of Butler for nearly a century.
This house would be a great restoration project for someone.