Unique and amazing opportunity to own an important piece of Merrillville history with the stately Morgan-Skinner-Boyd Homestead. The original section of this National Historic Registered Italianate style brick home was built in 1877 and a kitchen addition was added about 1900, along with a one-story, wood frame addition. Loaded with character and charm, the house has a beautiful ornate cupola and porches with Eastlake Movement decoration. Features include original interior woodwork, hardwood floors, arched windows, tin ceilings, a claw foot bathtub in one of the 2 bathrooms, a kitchen with a huge pantry and a farmhouse sink and a basement with a brick floor. The home is situated on approximately 6 lovely acres that also includes a pump house and a milk shed. Owners of National Historic Landmark properties have access to financial benefits for restoration work. Bring your vision and love for old homes and restore this gem back to its original glory! Call for your private showing.today!