The Dalles in Wasco County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)
Baldwin Saloon
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, July 1, 2017
1. Baldwin Saloon Marker
Inscription.
Baldwin Saloon. . This former saloon, built in 1876, is one of the oldest commercial buildings in The Dalles. The First Street facade has pilasters of cast iron. In early days, many of the city’s commercial buildings displayed cast iron ornament. Today, the Baldwin Saloon is one of the few iron-fronted buildings remaining. The Baldwin brothers, James and John, were the original proprietors. Later uses of the building included a restaurant, steamboat office, grain warehouse, and coffin storage for a nearby mortuary.
This former saloon, built in 1876, is one of the oldest commercial buildings in The Dalles. The First Street facade has pilasters of cast iron. In early days, many of the city’s commercial buildings displayed cast iron ornament. Today, the Baldwin Saloon is one of the few iron-fronted buildings remaining. The Baldwin brothers, James and John, were the original proprietors. Later uses of the building included a restaurant, steamboat office, grain warehouse, and coffin storage for a nearby mortuary.
Erected by City of The Dalles.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Entertainment.
Location. 45° 36.151′ N, 121° 10.966′ W. Marker is in The Dalles, Oregon, in Wasco County. Marker is on Court Street near East 1st Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 205 Court Street, The Dalles OR 97058, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on December 31, 2017. It was originally submitted on December 31, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 170 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on December 31, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
