Kalispell in Flathead County, Montana — The American West (Mountains)
Grant/Clifford House
East Side Historic District
Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, August 19, 2020
1. Grant/Clifford House Marker
Carpenter Warren J. Lamb demonstrated familiarity with the very latest styles in this two-story home, which he built in 1898. The low hipped roof and wide eaves suggest the Prairie style while exposed rafter ends are a hallmark of the Arts and Crafts movement. The interior reflects these stylistic influences. Built-in shelves separate the living/dining rooms and handsome wood paneling covers the stairway wall. Original green and red glass light fixtures and wall sconces remain in place. From 1907 until 1921, miner/farmer James J. Grant, his wife Mary and their five children lived in the home. The Irish-born Civil War veteran had a varied career serving as scout for General Custer, game warden, deputy sheriff, and deputy U.S. Marshall. Cecil and Margaret Clifford, both ordained ministers, owned the home from 1926 to 1953. While the Cliffords son was away at college in the late 1920s, the residence fondly became known through their correspondence as Homomyne.
Erected by Montana Historical Society.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Architecture •
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Location. 48° 11.89′ N, 114° 18.444′ W. Marker is in Kalispell, Montana, in Flathead County. It can be reached from 4th Avenue East near 2nd Street East, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 126 4th 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: Dr. Alexander D. MacDonald Residence (a few steps from this marker); Nathan Rental Property (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Conlon House (about 600
Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, August 19, 2020
2. Grant/Clifford House and Marker
The marker is to the right of the entrance.
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Credits. This page was last revised on June 10, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 23, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 206 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 23, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
