Devils Lake in Ramsey County, North Dakota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Gilbertson Building
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, September 2, 2023
1. Gilbertson Building Marker
Devils Lake Commercial District
placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
1989
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the National Register of Historic Places series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1909.
Location. 48° 6.712′ N, 98° 51.565′ W. Marker is in Devils Lake, North Dakota, in Ramsey County. Marker is on 4th Street Northeast just west of 5th Avenue Northeast, on the right when traveling west. The marker is mounted at eye-level, directly on the subject building, near the right edge the front/south facade. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 415 4th Street Northeast, Devils Lake ND 58301, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Lake Theater (within shouting distance of this marker); Flynn & Traynor Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Shannon Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Antiques Store (within shouting distance of this marker); The Lake “Mníwakháŋ” (within shouting distance of this marker); History of Devils Lake
this page online
Regarding Gilbertson Building. Contributing property, Devils Lake Commercial District, National Register of Historic Places #89001675.
From the National Register Nomination: Gilbertson Building (1909)
Present remodeling obscures much of the first story, however the contemporary sign over the transom area appears to be a reversible application. Slender two story mass, distinguished by a plain corbelled cornice/parapet with light brick panels providing contrast. Three wide window openings are intact and the wide transom section may be intact beneath a large store front sign. Another District building representing the career of local mortician E.W. Gilbertson.
The Commercial District presents a collection of structures reflecting, in one aspect or another, the evolution of Devils Lake from the railroad era to the age of the automobile. The physical appearance of the Commercial District building stock may be characterizedas two-story and predominantly brick, with gradations in the color and in the size and craftsmanship of mortar joints. The bulk of Commercial District properties in Devils Lake are in many respects connected to events of railroad expansion in northeastern North Dakota. Railroad tributaries enabled merchants to make quick shipments, and abundant supplies of fuel, wood and coal were added inducements for retail growth. Most of the Commercial District growth took place within the context of two major development periods: The First Dakota Boom between 1879 and 1886, and The Second Dakota Boom, 1898-1917. Outside boom periods, the character of District properties was undoubtedly shaped by the latent effects of increased rail traffic and a broadening exposure to new methods and fashions in the building industry.Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, September 2, 20232. Gilbertson Building MarkerMarker is located near the right edge of the front facade, on the right side of the storefront window.
Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. Devils Lake Commercial District
Also see . . .
1. Gilbertson Funeral Home. Excerpt:
The Gilbertson Funeral Home was originally founded in 1896 by E.W. Gilbertson. It is said to be the second oldest business in Devils Lake. Since its beginnings, the Gilbertson Funeral Home has been proud to be an independent and family-owned business. The previous owners include E.W. Gilbertson, the Almon Strong(Submitted on February 26, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)family, Luther Hultgren family, LaVerne Gloger family, and most recently Rodger and Connie Haugen. The Funeral Home is now owned and operated by its sixth independent owner, Stephanie Armstrong.Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, September 2, 20233. Gilbertson Building (south/front elevation)
2. Devils Lake Commercial District (Wikipedia). Excerpt:
The Devils Lake Commercial District in Devils Lake, North Dakota is a 15-acre historic district that was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1989.(Submitted on February 26, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, September 2, 2023
4. Gilbertson Building (left - with adjacent storefront on the right)
The partial painted lettering of "E.W. Gilbertson Funeral Home" is visible on the exposed upper story east wall of the building.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 1, 2024. It was originally submitted on February 26, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 51 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on February 26, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
