[1] George A. Mitchell, a brother to Congressman William Mitchell of Indiana, arrived in the Cadillac area in 1869, exploring the proposed route of the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad.

[3] Mitchell was able to induce many influential businessmen and lumbermen to settle in his new community, including his nephew William W.

[4] In 1874, George Mitchell built this house in the Second Empire style, including ornate carved woodwork inside and a mansard roof outside.

[5] In 1922, Charles T. Mitchell purchased the house built by his uncle George from Wellington W.

[2] In 1926, Mitchell completely renovated the house to reflect the then-current Prairie School trend in architecture.