Bell House

Name:  Bell House, C.C. Bell Residence

Location:  724 East High Street

Built:  1886

   Charles Christian Bell lived from 1848 to1931.   Until 1901 Charles Bell packaged and shipped apples. In 1901 he sold that business and started Bell Fruit Farm. The farm developed the "Lady Apples" variety. Because of his contributions to the apple industry, Bell was given the title "Missouri's Apple King."  For eleven years he was president of Boonville's Board of Trade.  He served on the City Council and was mayor of Boonville from 1882-1888. 

    The Bell House sets at the southwest corner of Eighth and High Streets, facing north with a majestic view of the Missouri River.  

   The towers were adjoined to the house in 1891.  The northeast tower is three-stories high with a dome roof.  The northwest tower is two and a half stories.  The structure was remodeled in 1928.  A one-story family room brick addition was added in 1959 with a one-story porch close to the two garages on the south side.  The south alley has a concrete drive and garages.  The original barn and living stable were removed in 1968. 

    The house is not open for tourists and is the home of Lewis and Susan Miller.

This page was constructed by:  Amanda Dodson

This project was funded through a grant from the Boonville Tourism Commission