Forsyth in Rosebud County, Montana — The American West (Mountains)
McCuistion Residence
Forsyth Residential Historic District
Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, September 14, 2020
1. McCuistion Residence Marker
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McCuistion Residence. Forsyth Residential Historic District. The deep eaves and flared rooflines of this two-story home were meant to evoke the Far East, while its octagonal tower, ornamental brackets, decorative beveled glass, and corbelled chimneys reveal the attention to detail that accompanied the homes construction. Forsyth contractor Louis Wahl built the elegant residence for rancher and businessman Joshua McCuistion and his wife, Grace, in 1914. Grace, who had traveled to Asia, had a great appreciation for eastern architecture and was reportedly intimately involved with the homes design and construction. She is said to have checked every load of lumber delivered to the site, sending back any boards that didnt meet her specifications. Described by the Forsyth Times as one of the most costly in the city, the residence served as the McCuistions town house. In 1928 they sold it to Whit and Elsie Carolan. The homes location was particularly convenient for Whit, a lawyer who served as county attorney and whose office was at the county courthouse. Elsie, who taught piano to generations of Forsyth children, lived here until 1978.
The deep eaves and flared rooflines of this two-story home were meant to evoke the Far East, while its octagonal tower, ornamental brackets, decorative beveled glass, and corbelled chimneys reveal the attention to detail that accompanied the homes construction. Forsyth contractor Louis Wahl built the elegant residence for rancher and businessman Joshua McCuistion and his wife, Grace, in 1914. Grace, who had traveled to Asia, had a great appreciation for eastern architecture and was reportedly intimately involved with the homes design and construction. She is said to have checked every load of lumber delivered to the site, sending back any boards that didnt meet her specifications. Described by the Forsyth Times as one of the most costly in the city, the residence served as the McCuistions town house. In 1928 they sold it to Whit and Elsie Carolan. The homes location was particularly convenient for Whit, a lawyer who served as county attorney and whose office was at the county courthouse. Elsie, who taught piano to generations of Forsyth children, lived here until 1978.
Erected by Montana Historical Society.
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Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. In addition, it is included in the Montana National Register Sign Program series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1914.
Location. 46° 16.107′ N, 106° 40.503′ W. Marker is in Forsyth, Montana, in Rosebud County. It is on North 13th Avenue near Cedar Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 214 North 13th Avenue, Forsyth MT 59327, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Montana’s Northern Cheyenne Nation, in Southeast Montana, in Custer Country and in the Powder River Basin. It is also in the American Mountain West, in the Lewis & Clark Corridor, on the prairies, on the Great Plains, and specifically on the Northern Plains. Globally, it is in North America, 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: Beeman Residence
Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, September 14, 2020
Credits. This page was last revised on November 12, 2024. It was originally submitted on January 21, 2021, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 364 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on January 21, 2021, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
