Greene History:
Music & community - Past & Present
As of October 2022 The Greene House has been operated as a live music and event venue.
Historically the owners of this property Lynn and Mayner Greene operated the first Bed and Breakfast in Walworth County, a restaurant, and a “guitar gallery” on site. Hence “The Greene House”
Mayner Greene was an avid collector and refurbisher of rare Gretsch guitars. Over the years - when he was not curating and restoring rare instruments - he would spend his time teaching guitar to the local youth, and dealing guitars to a variety of clientele — including but not limited: to Billy Corgan (Smashing Pumpkins), Randy Bachman (Bachman Turner Overdrive), and even Axl Rose (Guns N’ Roses).
Lynn Greene is a staple of the local community. The backbone of the Greene House since it’s inception - Lynn built the property into the successful BnB and restaurant it once was - while nearly single handedly maintaining the property, caring for the animals, and finding the time to connect with and inspire anyone who has the opportunity to meet her. Lynn has worn many hats including newspaper reporter, author, professor, and chef.
This property has a storied history in music and the community. We are all so happy to keep that tradition alive here at The Greene House!