Brattain–Hadley House facts for kids
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Brattain–Hadley House
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Formerly listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places
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The house in 2011, shortly before demolition
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 Location in Oregon
Location in the United States
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| Location | 1260 Main Street Springfield, Oregon |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1893 |
| Architectural style | Queen Anne |
| NRHP reference No. | 95001099 |
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| Added to NRHP | September 14, 1995 |
| Removed from NRHP | May 8, 2012 |
The Brattain–Hadley House was a historic building in Springfield, Oregon. It was once listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This is a special list of buildings important to American history.
Sadly, a fire badly damaged the house in 1997. In 2012, the house was taken down because it was no longer safe.
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History of the Brattain–Hadley House
Who Built the House?
The story of the house begins with Paul Brattain. He was a pioneer who moved to Oregon in 1852. A pioneer is someone who is among the first to explore and settle a new area.
Paul Brattain received a large piece of land. This land was given to him under the Donation Land Claim Act. This act helped people settle in the Oregon Territory. His farm was located right where the city of Springfield is today.
The House's Design and Owners
Paul Brattain passed away in 1893. After his death, his family built the house. They chose a popular style called Queen Anne. This style often features towers, turrets, and decorative details.
Paul Hadley was Brattain's grandson. He was the last family member to live in the house. He lived there until the 1940s.
What Happened to the House?
After the 1940s, the house was not well-maintained. It became neglected over time. Then, in 1997, a fire caused a lot of damage.
Because of the fire and its poor condition, the house was removed from the National Register of Historic Places. This happened on May 8, 2012. Later that year, the house was completely taken down for safety reasons.
Images for kids
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The house in 2011, shortly before demolition
