Plainfield in Will County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Chittenden-Owens-Spangler House

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, July 9, 2023

1. Chittenden-Owens-Spangler House Marker

Inscription.
c. 1885
Italianate
built by
G.N. & Elizabeth Chittenden

Landmark
Village of
Plainfield
Illinois

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. A significant historical year for this entry is 1885.

Location. 41° 36.224′ N, 88° 11.999′ W. Marker is in Plainfield, Illinois, in Will County. Marker is on Joliet Road (U.S. 30) 0.1 miles south of South Dillman Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 15326 Joliet Rd, Plainfield IL 60544, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Erwin E. Wood (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Jesse Walker (approx. 0.2 miles away); Civil War Memorial (approx. 0.2 miles away); Reuben and Betsey K. Flagg (approx. 0.2 miles away); Ingersoll House (approx. 0.2 miles away); Pioneer House (approx. 0.2 miles away); Darr-Gaylord House (approx. 0.3 miles away); Opera House Block Building Landmark (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Plainfield.

Regarding Chittenden-Owens-Spangler House. From the Village of Plainfield:

The Chittenden-Owens-Spangler House is located at 15326 S. (208 N.) Joliet Road. It was modified over time to reflect changing architectural
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trends. It is now being restored to much of its original appearance. It was constructed between 1883 and 1885 in the Italianate style for George Chittenden, or his son, William. Near the turn of the century, a Queen Anne style porch was added on the front facade. The most striking change occurred c. 1914 when Dr. Owens, then the owner, applied a stucco finish to the exterior in the Moderne style. The stucco finish remained until 2006 when the current owner removed it due to deterioration.

Also see . . .
1. Lambert: High Society — The Chittenden-Owens House, Part One. The property was first purchased by George Newton Chittenden on April 29, 1863. However, the present residence and sizable barn were not constructed until twenty years later. (Michael A. Lambert, Plainfield Patch, June 26, 2012) (Submitted on August 19, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)

2. Lambert: The Modern Era — The Chittenden-Owens House, Part Two. As 1895 began, the Chittenden family was living in Denver. In February, the Plainfield property was sold to Emily and William Weston, mining engineers in Colorado. Four months later, they sold the Plainfield home and grounds—which included a substantial carriage barn—to [Dr.] John C. Owens for $2,600. (Michael A. Lambert, Plainfield Patch, July 4, 2012) (Submitted on August 19, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)

3. Lambert: 75 Years of Transition — The Chittenden-Owens House, Part Three

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, July 9, 2023

2. Chittenden-Owens-Spangler House Marker

. Shortly before Mary Owens died in 1928, Dr. Owens retired, ending his medical practice of more than 40 years. After Dr. Owens died in 1932, the house remained in the Owens family until 1961. (Michael A. Lambert, Plainfield Patch, July 4, 2012) (Submitted on August 19, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)

Credits. This page was last revised on August 19, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 19, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 66 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 19, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.