Butte in Silver Bow County, Montana — The American West (Mountains)

Ivanhoe Block

Butte National Historic Landmark District

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, July 12, 2021

1. Ivanhoe Block Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

Lawyers Robert McBride and Patrick Talent originally owned this three-story commercial/residential building designed by architect George De Snell. Built in 1905, it was one of several brick buildings that replaced frame stores, liveries, and brothels formerly occupying the street. Charles Cutler’s barbershop and Joseph Boulet’s bakery were early tenants. In 1910, the two opened the Iona Pool & Billiard Hall where Butler continued to give haircuts and sell cigars. When fire severely damaged the building in 1913, architect De Snell made the repairs and remodeled all three floors. The three tall arched bays, beautiful brickwork, and ornately carved stone on the upper two floors remain intact.

Erected by Montana Historical Society.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Montana National Register Sign Program series list.

Location. 46° 0.769′ N, 112° 32.041′ W. Marker

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is in Butte, Montana, in Silver Bow County. Marker is on East Park Street near North Wyoming Street, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 75-76 East Park Street, Butte MT 59701, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Imperial Block (a few steps from this marker); Kelly Block (within shouting distance of this marker); E.B. Craney (within shouting distance of this marker); Owsley Block (within shouting distance of this marker); Pleasant Alley and the Copper Block (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Pleasant Alley (about 300 feet away); Butte Tin Shop (about 300 feet away); (Butte) City Hall (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Butte.

Ivanhoe Block and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, July 12, 2021

2. Ivanhoe Block and Marker

The marker is to the right of the entrance.

Ivanhoe Block image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, July 12, 2021

3. Ivanhoe Block

Credits. This page was last revised on November 2, 2021. It was originally submitted on November 2, 2021, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 84 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 2, 2021, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.