The Dalles in Wasco County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)

Bennett House

By Barry Swackhamer, July 3, 2017

1. Bennett House Marker

Inscription. Built in 1899 for Alfred S. Bennett, this 2 1/2 story home is the largest, most elaborate and best preserved example of architecture showing the Queen Anne style in The Dalles.
Designed by C.H Crandall and built by Hansen Thompson, the building is sheathed in vertical and horizontal siding as well as fish scale and patterned shingles. Characteristic of the style are the veranda, rounded bay and hip roof with gable, cupola, tower and turret. The ornate wrought iron fence, retaining wall and plantings are original to construction or period. The carriage house was added later.
Bennett, an Oregon State Supreme Court Justice, Wasco County Judge and a congressional candidate died in 1925. He was survived by his widow Mary, son Alfred M., and daughter Crystal. Two other daughters, Anita and Emma, tragically preceded him in death.

Erected by City of The Dalles.

Location. 45° 36.163′ N, 121° 11.567′ W. Marker is in The Dalles, Oregon, in Wasco County. Marker is on West 6th Street near Trevitt Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 608 West 6th Street, The Dalles OR 97058, United States of America.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Vogt Hall (approx. ¼

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By Barry Swackhamer, July 3, 2017

2. Bennett House and Marker

mile away); St. Peter's Church (approx. ¼ mile away); The Thompson House (approx. 0.3 miles away); Carlisle House (approx. 0.4 miles away); Umatilla House (approx. 0.4 miles away); Methodist Parsonage (approx. 0.4 miles away); Second Wasco County Courthouse (approx. 0.4 miles away); Gates Hotel (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in The Dalles.

Categories. • Notable Buildings •

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By Barry Swackhamer, July 3, 2017

3. Bennett House

By Barry Swackhamer, July 3, 2017

4. Bennett House

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