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.
610 South Willson Avenue. Bon Ton Historic District. Built in 1904, this Colonial Revival style home reflects a renewed interest in Americas 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 styles 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 Bozemans Historic Preservation Award.
Built in 1904, this Colonial Revival style home reflects a renewed interest in Americas 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 styles 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 Bozemans Historic
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 Ruperts 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
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 221 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on February 21, 2022, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
