This is a classic ranch-style home in South Carson City located approximately a mile from the Stewart Indian School (SIS). Over the years, it became a bit run down and needed a bit of TLC. In 2019, the house was put on the market. Due to its condition, we worried that it would be purchased for the land and the house would be demolished. If that happened a piece of Nevada history would be lost forever.
If memory serves, Randall, Burton and Johnny were the stonemasons who laid the stonework for the facade which circles the entire house. The Wungnema Brothers not only attended the SIS, their father, Ernest, was a master stonemason who taught at the school. Thus, their skill, experience and talent are something to be treasured.
The home was sold during the lockdown and the new owners are in the process of restoring the home. They have put quite a bit of work and sweat equity into the home’s exterior, restoring it to its former quiet charm. The stonework was left untouched and still graces the house. We can hardly wait until the project is completed.
