Bozeman in Gallatin County, Montana — The American West (Mountains)

610 South Willson Avenue

Bon Ton Historic District

Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, July 25, 2021

1. 610 South Willson Avenue Marker

Inscription. Built in 1904, this Colonial Revival style home reflects a renewed interest in America’s colonial heritage and combines elements of the emerging Craftsman style. The main body is a square with bay window columns on each side for balance and light. The Doric-inspired columns, corner boards, and front porch reflect the Colonial style. Elements of the Craftsman style include the overhanging eaves and exposed rafter tails. The two styles carry throughout the interior. Decorative oak accents, a reception hall, and pocket doors continue the Colonial theme while wide, inviting entries suggest the Craftsman style’s aim of harmony with nature. The home was built for Agnes Foster, whose husband, Dr. Henry W. Foster, was a prominent physician and Bozeman mayor. Later their daughter Myrtle Steffens and her husband Claude lived in the house. Roland R. Renne, Montana State College (University) President, and prominent businessman Carl Lehrkind were also owners. In 1987, the movie Amazing Grace and Chuck, starring Gregory Peck and Jamie Lee Curtis, featured the residence. In 1999, restoration efforts earned the home Bozeman’s Historic

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Preservation Award.

Erected by Montana Historical Society.

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

Location. 45° 40.375′ N, 111° 2.316′ W. Marker is in Bozeman, Montana, in Gallatin County. It is on South Willson Avenue near West Alderman Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 610 South Willson Avenue, Bozeman MT 59715, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Montana’s Yellowstone 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 Rupert’s Land

and also the Louisiana Purchase.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Charles S. Hartman Residence (within shouting

610 South Willson Avenue Residence and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, July 25, 2021

2. 610 South Willson Avenue Residence and Marker

distance of this marker); Mendenhall Residence (within shouting distance of this marker); Burr Fisher House (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Hamilton House (about 400 feet away); Robert A. Cooley (about 800 feet away); Byron Story Mansion (approx. 0.2 miles away); Susan Kirk Residence (approx. 0.2 miles away); Alcoa-Lewis Residence (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Bozeman.

Credits. This page was last revised on February 21, 2022. It was originally submitted on February 21, 2022, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 226 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 21, 2022, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.