Koester/Patburg House

The Koester/Patburg House, located in Evansville, Indiana, is a historic Italianate style home built between 1873 and 1874. This two-story brick dwelling features distinctive architectural elements such as a low-pitched front gable roof, a bracketed cornice, and original slatted shutters. A porch and porte cochere were added in the 1920s, enhancing its charm. Originally constructed as a country home for a wholesale grocer, it was recognized for its historical significance and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983, making it a noteworthy site for tourists and researchers interested in local history and architecture.