Posted in Missouri November 12, 2016 by

The Beautiful Victorian Mansion That’s Been Left To Decay In America’s Southwest

There’s something darkly whimsical about this massive mansion in the South. The huge estate has been abandoned for years, but that hasn’t dulled the splendor of its colorful interior. This footage from YouTube channel “BackyardExploration” takes us inside this dramatic structure.

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This crumbling Missouri mansion was built in 1876.
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It still retains much of its Victorian elegance.
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Parts of the home are papered with vintage advertisements. The old ads are a fascinating read.
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Restoration efforts are underway in the abandoned home. Hopefully, much of its historical charm will be preserved.
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The video explores every inch of the mansion, right down to the creepy basement.
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Take a look at the inside of this spectacular and historic structure below: