General Built in 1949, the house was purchased by
Joseph and
Katherine Jackson in January 1950. With about , the one-story
bungalow became the backdrop for the early years of the
Jackson family, particularly the rise of
the Jackson 5, a music band of brothers who later achieved international fame. The Jacksons resided in the house until 1969 when the family's career led them to relocate to
California, though Katherine Jackson still owns the house. Over the years, the house has remained largely unchanged, while the surrounding neighborhood has changed significantly since the Jackson family's time in the city. Since
Michael Jackson's death, the house has attracted visitors from around the world and evolved into a pilgrimage destination, prompting preservation initiatives to highlight the property's historic significance. In 2010, an eight‑foot‑tall granite memorial stone honoring Michael Jackson was installed in the front yard. Later, in 2021, the
Indiana Department of Transportation installed signage along
Interstate 80/
94 and nearby roads identifying 2300 Jackson Street as the "Home of the World-Famous Jackson 5", officially marking the site for visitors and acknowledging its cultural importance.
Architecture and design The house, a modest
Midwestern
bungalow, is a clear example of the
Minimal Traditional architectural style popular in postwar working-class neighborhoods. The property's interior, arranged on a single story, comprises two bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen and a bathroom within approximately .
Historic Site designation In May 2024,
Indiana Landmarks, through its Black Heritage Program, prepared an application seeking historic designation for the Michael Jackson Childhood Home, aiming for the property to be classified on the National Register of Historic Places. == Gallery ==