William Ellery Leonard House

The William Ellery Leonard House, built in 1915 in Madison, Wisconsin, is a notable Craftsman-style residence that reflects the life of poet and University of Wisconsin professor William Ellery Leonard. This historic home, added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1993, served as a sanctuary for Leonard during his struggles with agoraphobia and personal loss. The house features distinctive Craftsman architecture, including exposed rafter tails and a gable-roofed porch, and is situated near the scenic Lake Wingra. Visitors can appreciate both the architectural beauty and the literary history associated with Leonard, who sought inspiration from the natural surroundings and aimed to capture the essence of Madison in his writings.