A Historical Timeline
“1875: William P. Jungclaus
Founder William P. Jungclaus (above) partners with cousin John Schumacher. From its inception the company is both a contractor and producer of millwork.”
“The Jungclaus Mill
Our historic mill remains intact, with numerous pieces of machinery that predate electricity.”
“1909: Murat Temple
Architect: D.A. Bohlen & Son”
“An Early Estimate
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“1912: Fort Benjamin Harrison
By the early 1900’s, Jungclaus had completed numerous buildings, including the Officer’s Residence, Administration Building, hospital and stables.”
“1923: Kresge Building
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“1924: Real Silk Mill
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“1924: Frederick W. Jungclaus
After working under his father William for decades, Frederick W. Jungclaus becomes president of the William P. Jungclaus company in 1924, and remains so until his death in 1962.”
“1924: The Indiana Theater
Architect: Rubush & Hunter”
“1925: The Illinois Building
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“1925: The Columbia Club
Architect: Rubush & Hunter”
“1927: Terre Haute House
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“1929: Circle Tower
Architect: Rubush & Hunter”
“1930: Coca-Cola Plant
Architect: Rubush & Hunter”
“1931: Bush (Perry) Stadium
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“1932: Indiana State Library
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“1951: Meridian Street Methodist
Architect: Wright & Harrison”
“1962: William H. Jungclaus
William H. Jungclaus, the son of Frederick W., becomes president of the William P. Jungclaus company in 1962.”
“1967 - 1990: Bill Campbell
After joining the company in 1963, Bill Campbell, husband of William H.’s daughter Barbara, purchases and becomes president of the company, now named Jungclaus-Campbell.
His tenure was a period of growth, especially in the industrial and educational markets.”
“1981: Kiwanis International Headquarters
Architect: Bohlen, Meyer, Gibson & Associates”
“1983: St. Francis Hospital
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“1990: F. Timothy Nagler
Tim Nagler acquired the company from Bill Campbell, his father-in-law, in 1990, and led the company until his death in February, 2020.”
“2006: Trippet Hall, Wabash College
Architect: Rowland Design”
“2020: Brett Richards Named President
Brett Richards is named President. Bill Nagler serves as Vice President.”
LEARN MORE
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William P. Jungclaus Journal
Jungclaus-Campbell’s Digital Archives at IU Indianapolis University Library
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William P. Jungclaus Journal Transcription
Constructing a Legacy: William P. Jungclaus and the Building of Indianapolis
Constructing a Legacy Part II: The William P. Jungclaus Company from 1924-1967
Contracting Destiny: The Jungclaus Story