The Dalles in Wasco County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)
Foley House
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, July 1, 2017
1. Foley House Marker
Inscription.
Foley House. . This fine Colonial Revival house was built around 1909 by attorney W.H. Wilson, then sold to Pat Foley, manager of the Hotel Dalles. Presently known as the Colonial Building, the house is in excellent condition, with extremely crisp detailing. The central entrance is framed by colossal Tuscan columns surmounted by a pediment with a central semicircular windows. Pavilion porches flank the central projecting entrance surmounted by a continuous second floor balcony. The Foley House has been described as the most architecturally imposing residential building in The Dalles.
This fine Colonial Revival house was built around 1909 by attorney W.H. Wilson, then sold to Pat Foley, manager of the Hotel Dalles. Presently known as the Colonial Building, the house is in excellent condition, with extremely crisp detailing. The central entrance is framed by colossal Tuscan columns surmounted by a pediment with a central semicircular windows. Pavilion porches flank the central projecting entrance surmounted by a continuous second floor balcony. The Foley House has been described as the most architecturally imposing residential building in The Dalles.
Erected by City of The Dalles.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings.
Location. 45° 36.05′ N, 121° 11.104′ W. Marker is in The Dalles, Oregon, in Wasco County. Marker is on East 4th Street near Union Street, on the left. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 106 East 4th Street, The Dalles OR 97058, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 1, 2018. It was originally submitted on January 1, 2018, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 335 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on January 1, 2018, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
