A magnificent Victorian mansion once owned by meat-packing magnate William "Hog" Ryan, the Ryan House is one of Dubuque's premiere historic homes. Built in 1873, the home boasts a solid walnut staircase, four grand marble fireplaces and the likeness of President Grant (who visited the home several times) on the front gate posts.

Owned by the Dubuque County Historical Society, the home is available for rent as a special event space for business meetings, receptions and other events. It is also the mainstay of one of Dubuque's most popular attractions - the Victorian House Tour & Progressive Dinner.
The Ryan House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.