Columbia Southern Hotel facts for kids
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Columbia Southern Hotel
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U.S. Historic district
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The Columbia Southern Hotel in 1910
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| Location | 4th and E Streets Shaniko, Oregon |
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| Built | 1900–1902 |
| Architectural style | Italianate |
| Part of | Shaniko Historic District (ID82003754) |
| NRHP reference No. | 79002150 |
| Added to NRHP | October 31, 1979 |
The Columbia Southern Hotel, also known as the Shaniko Hotel, is a very old and important building in Shaniko, Oregon, United States. It was built between 1900 and 1902 by the Columbia Southern Railway. This hotel was the biggest building in Shaniko and was at the very end of the railway line.
For many years, especially in the early 1900s when the local wool industry was booming, the hotel was the main gathering spot in Shaniko. It offered rooms for travelers and also had a place for people to meet, a bank, and was a stop for stagecoaches. It was truly the heart of the community.
The hotel was recognized as a special historic place in 1979 when it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. In 1982, it was also included as an important part of the Shaniko Historic District, which is also on the National Register.
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The Columbia Southern Hotel: A Historic Landmark
The Columbia Southern Hotel stands tall as a reminder of Shaniko's busy past. When it was built, it was the most impressive building around. It showed how important Shaniko was as a center for trade and travel.
Building a Hub for Shaniko
The hotel was built by the Columbia Southern Railway. This railway was very important for moving wool and other goods from the area. The hotel was placed right at the end of the railway line. This made it a perfect spot for people arriving by train to stay. It was also a place where business deals were made.
More Than Just a Hotel
The Columbia Southern Hotel was not just a place to sleep. It was a lively center for the whole town.
- It had rooms for people traveling through.
- It served as a place where people could gather and relax.
- There was a bank inside, which was important for the town's money matters.
- It was a major stop for stagecoaches, which were like old-time buses.
- People also used it as a place for dances and other community events.
This hotel was truly the main meeting point for everyone in Shaniko during its busiest years.
A Protected Piece of History
Because of its importance, the Columbia Southern Hotel was officially recognized as a historic building. In 1979, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a list of places in the United States that are important to history. Being on this list helps protect the building so future generations can learn from it.
Later, in 1982, the hotel was also included as a key part of the Shaniko Historic District. This means it's one of many important buildings in Shaniko that together tell the story of the town's past.
Images for kids
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The hotel in May 2009
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The hotel in June 2008
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The hotel in April 2009
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