T.R. Skinner House

T.R. Skinner, originally from the area, spent many years in Westhoff before ultimately making his home here. He married Mary Susan Mahan in Leesville on December 8, 1897. Sadly, Mary passed away two years before him. The Skinners' lives reflected an era of significant regional development, marked by improvements in transportation and infrastructure that helped local businesses transition from modest rural trade to thriving commercial enterprises.

Built in 1914, the T.R. Skinner House stands as an excellent example of Folk Victorian architecture, characterized by its practical design enhanced with decorative elements like intricate trim and spindlework. That same year, the Oak Forest bridge was constructed, becoming a key link between rural communities and growing trade hubs. This bridge played a crucial role in fostering economic growth by improving access for farmers and merchants, ultimately helping to strengthen the region’s connectivity and prosperity.