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

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

1924: Real Silk Mill

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

1925: The Columbia Club

Architect: Rubush & Hunter

1927: Terre Haute House

1929: Circle Tower

Architect: Rubush & Hunter

1930: Coca-Cola Plant

Architect: Rubush & Hunter

1931: Bush (Perry) Stadium

1932: Indiana State Library

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

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

Tim’s sons are the sixth-generation owners of Jungclaus-Campbell. Bill Nagler serves as Vice President. Brett Richards is named President.