Kalispell in Flathead County, Montana — The American West (Mountains)
William Swetland Residence
East Side Historic District
Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, August 19, 2020
1. William Swetland Residence Marker
Wide bracketed eaves, a gabled front porch, square columns, and a flared chimney identify this home as a premier example of the Craftsman style. Kalispell contractor Caesar Haverlandt built the home in 1912 for longtime school superintendent William Swetland. A native of Wisconsin, Swetland first came to Kalispell to be principal of the West Side School in 1904. He served as superintendent from 1906 to 1942, replacing his former University of Wisconsin roommate, William Davis. In the 1920s, Fred Brinkman, whose architectural designs would later make an indelible mark on the Kalispell streetscape, remodeled the residence for the Swetlands. Brinkmans additions included such interior finishings as a beamed ceiling, arched entries, a built-in linen chest with a hinged seat, and a colored cement fireplace hearth. The Swetlands raised their three children here before moving next door in 1930.
Erected by Montana Historical Society.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Education. In addition, it is included in the Montana National Register Sign Program series
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Location. 48° 11.74′ N, 114° 18.278′ W. Marker is in Kalispell, Montana, in Flathead County. It is on 5th Avenue East near 4th Street East, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 415 5th Avenue East, Kalispell MT 59901, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Western Montana and in Glacier Country. It is also in the American Mountain West and in the Lewis & Clark Corridor. Globally, it is in North America, the Rocky Mountains, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once Ruperts Land and also the Louisiana Purchase.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Phillips House (within shouting distance of this marker); Anderson House (within shouting distance of this marker); Conrad/Tobie House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Conrad/Tobie House (about 300 feet away); Weberg House (about 300 feet away); Foot/Templeton House
Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, August 19, 2020
2. William Swetland Residence and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 10, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 17, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 221 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 17, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
