Rinehart, Hugh T., House
Also known as: Ron McCarty House
Why it's listed
Set on a small hill at the corner of State Route 67 and Wrestle Creek Road, this farmhouse near Uniopolis was built about 1861 by Hugh T. Rinehart. It is a simple rectangular 1 1/2-story building of common bond brick with a tin gable roof, stone lintels and sills, and a later porch with inscribed sandstone columns. Inside, walnut woodwork, original flooring, a large fireplace with built-in cupboard, and a steep stair reminiscent of log-house ladder stairs survive. Rinehart, a Virginia native, reached Auglaize County in 1836 and was among its earliest settlers. He served as one of the first three county commissioners, as a justice of the peace for twelve years, and on the State Board of Equalization. By 1880 he held over 900 acres. His Virginia background shaped an interior unusual among the German settlers' homes nearby. Outbuildings include a brick smokehouse, a former blacksmith shop, a barn and a chicken coop.
Significance in brief: The nomination argues the house keeps much of its original character, especially its plain interior with walnut woodwork, a fireplace and ladder-style stairs. It is also tied to Hugh T. Rinehart, an early settler and county commissioner. The interior reflects Virginia influence, unusual among the German settlers' homes in the area. Significance is evaluated at the local level.
Machine-generated summary. This summary was generated by a language model from the official nomination document and has not been reviewed line by line by an editor. It may contain errors. Check the source document before relying on any detail. Source: nomination document (PDF) · National Archives catalog entry. NRHP reference 78002009, listed November 27, 1978. Summary generated October 2026 (model claude-sonnet-5-5, prompt v1.0-2026-10-29, confidence high).
Key facts
| Address | E of Uniopolis on OH 67, Uniopolis |
|---|---|
| County | Auglaize County |
| Listed | November 27, 1978 |
| Reference number | 78002009 |
| Resource type | Building |
| Period of significance | 1800-1899 |
| Architect / builder | Hugh T. Rinehart (builder) |
| Areas of significance | Exploration/Settlement, Politics/Government, Architecture |
| Level of significance | Local |
| Status (as stated in the nomination) | Described as in good condition and a private residence; the smokehouse is in poor condition with restoration planned. The house was altered with a small bath and utility addition in 1975. |
| Acreage | 1.2 |
| Coordinates | 40.60070, -84.03239 (NPS GIS) |
What listing means for this property
National Register listing is honorary for a privately owned home: it does not by itself restrict what an owner may do with their own money, and it does not require public access. Restrictions come from local landmark or historic-district ordinances, which are separate (how they differ).
Owner-occupied houses are not eligible for the 20% federal rehabilitation tax credit, which applies to income-producing buildings, but many states offer credits for homeowners. Listing also opens the door to preservation easements and to buying a plaque. Start with what listing means for homeowners, renovating a listed house and selling one.
General information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change; confirm with your State Historic Preservation Office or a qualified adviser.
Sources and further reading
- National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places database (snapshot May 2026), reference 78002009.
- Nomination form (PDF, National Archives) — catalog entry
- Wikipedia article (used for cross-checking only; text not reproduced here)
- Wikidata Q14716467
- This listing as JSON
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