Red Lodge in Carbon County, Montana — The American West (Mountains)
W.R. Hall Building
Red Lodge Commercial Historic District
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, July 21, 2021
1. W.R. Hall Building Marker
This fine example of masonry architecture, with its unusually preserved storefront and recessed entry, appears almost as it did in 1900 when Walter Hall opened his first-floor grocery. Sandstone banding, corbelled arches, and original stained glass lend elegance to the simple façade. The second floor, connected to the building next door, functioned as a lodge hall used by various organizations, including the Red Lodge Labor Union and the I.O.O.F. In 1909, the ground floor housed the fashionable New York Store, and from 1910 to 1918 saloons occupied the commercial space. During Prohibition the ground floor served a more sedate clientele as a soft drink and ice cream parlor.Erected by Montana Historical Society.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Montana National Register Sign Program series list.
Location. 45° 11.125′ N, 109° 14.826′ W. Marker is in Red Lodge, Montana, in Carbon County
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Montana Bakery (within shouting distance of this marker); Roman Theatre (within shouting distance of this marker); Neithammer Brothers Meat Market (within shouting distance of this marker); Red Lodge Commercial District (within shouting distance of this marker); Plunkett's Hardware (within shouting distance of this marker); Charles Antilla Building (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Alcazar (Star) Theater (about 400 feet away); The Iris Theater (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Red Lodge.
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, July 21, 2021
2. W.R. Hall Building and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on January 13, 2022. It was originally submitted on January 13, 2022, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 97 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 13, 2022, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
