St. Charles in St. Charles County, Missouri — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
612 North Sixth Street
Circa 1903
Commons Neighborhood Historic District
In 1830, still in the afterglow of the Louisiana Purchase, Nathan Boone was contracted to survey the lands of Missouri that would be recognized as St. Charles. By 1835, this plot resided within Andrew Wilson's subdivision. The first person documented to live on the property was Julia Stonebreaker who purchased the land from Ezra Overall in 1892.In 1903, John and Margaret Hendry purchased the lot and constructed this beautiful 2½ story Colonial Revival style home. John worked for the American Car and Foundry Company. The ACF was booming and was the first to manufacture all-steel passenger cars for the London Underground and the New York subway system.
The exterior stands tall with its hipped roof and intersecting gable. It sits on a coursed rock-faced stone foundation. The original blue weatherboard siding is accented with red and beige trim. The front features an art glass cameo window, and wide cottage window with an art glass transom. A charming covered porch with Doric columns stretches across the width of the house. The spacious two-car garage, circa 1923, was designed to mimic the house's architecture and color
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The interior showcases the original hardwood floors, pocket doors, built-in cabinetry, fireplace, and millwork. Ornate cast iron radiators fill the home with warmth. The servants' staircase, butler's pantry, and call-buttons connected to the doorbell are an interesting glimpse into the past.
All who resided here took care to preserve a piece of history.
Erected by Saint Charles Commons Neighborhood Association.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Railroads & Streetcars • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1830.
Location. 38° 47.3′ N, 90° 29.141′ W. Marker is in St. Charles, Missouri, in St. Charles County. Marker is on North 6th Street north of Lewis Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 612 North 6th Street, Saint Charles MO 63301, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Circa 1899 (a few steps from this marker); Circa 1940 (a few steps from this marker); 1889 (a few steps from this marker); Circa 1894 (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Circa 1904 (about 400 feet away); 1900 (about 600 feet away); Circa 1939 (about 600 feet away); 1902 (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in St. Charles.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 1, 2019. It was originally submitted on May 1, 2019, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 122 times since then and 5 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 1, 2019, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
