Wylie House, Bloomington
Facts and practical information
Wylie House is a historic structure built in 1835 and located in Bloomington, Indiana. It was home of Andrew Wylie, first president of Indiana University, until his death in 1851. In 1859, following the death of Andrew's widow Margaret, Theophilus Adam Wylie, professor at Indiana University and half-cousin to Andrew, purchased the house from their heirs and his family resided there until his widow's death in 1913. Today Wylie House is operated as an historic house museum by Indiana University Libraries to interpret the lives of these families. ()
Wylie House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: WonderLab, Fountain Square Mall, Buskirk-Chumley Theater, Indiana Memorial Union.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Wylie House?
How to get to Wylie House by public transport?
Bus
- Bloomington Transit Center (6 min walk)
- 4th and Washington bus terminal (8 min walk)