Could You Order a Whole House by Mail in 1915

Between 1908 and 1940, Sears shipped over 70,000 complete homes straight to local train depots, packed with 30,000 numbered pieces and a DIY instruction book. Discover the fascinating story of how everyday families assembled their own neighborhoods from a catalog—and what finally brought the booming empire down. There might even be one hiding on your street right now. 0:00 Buying a House from a Catalog 3:24 30,000 Pieces Arrive by Train 6:47 Building with the Instruction Manual 10:05 The Collapse of Kit Houses 13:45 Why Mail-Order Homes Changed Everything 17:05 How to Spot One Today / #FarmLife #1950s #RuralAmerica #Farmhouse #FarmMemories #GrewUpOnAFarm #CountryLife #Nostalgia #OldFarmhouse #FarmKids