Edward F. Sharp Residential Ensemble facts for kids
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Edward F. Sharp Residential Ensemble
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The house at 404 E. 4th Street in 2009
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 Location in The Dalles OR
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| Location | 400 E. 4th Street 404 E. 4th Street 504 Federal Street The Dalles, Oregon |
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| Area | 0.23 acres (0.093 ha) |
| Built | 1895–1905 |
| Architectural style | Queen Anne, Craftsman |
| NRHP reference No. | 91001561 |
| Added to NRHP | October 25, 1991 |
The Edward F. Sharp Residential Ensemble is a group of three old houses right next to each other in The Dalles, Oregon, United States. People also call it the Sharp Family Residential Ensemble. These houses are special because they belonged to Edward Sharp, a very important person who helped build up The Dalles and Wasco County. He built these homes between 1895 and 1905.
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Edward Sharp's Historic Homes
These three houses are important because they show how people lived long ago. They also show different styles of architecture from that time. The homes stayed in the Sharp family for many years. This helped keep them in great condition.
Who Was Edward Sharp?
Edward Sharp (born 1865, died 1954) was a key figure in The Dalles. He worked as the county's land surveyor. This meant he measured land and drew maps. He was also the roadmaster, in charge of building and maintaining roads. His work helped a lot with the growth of The Dalles. He also did important surveys for the Eastern Oregon Land Company. This company owned large areas of land in Oregon and Idaho.
The Sharp Family Houses
Edward Sharp built two of the houses for himself and his family. The first one, at 400 E. 4th Street, was built in 1895. The second, at 404 E. 4th Street, was built in 1905. He built a third house, at 504 Federal Street, in 1900. This house was for people who worked for him.
Architectural Styles to Explore
The houses on 4th Street are great examples of two different building styles. The house at 400 E. 4th Street is in the Queen Anne style. The house at 404 E. 4th Street is in the Craftsman style.
Queen Anne Style
The Queen Anne style was popular in the late 1800s. These houses often have:
- Steep roofs with different shapes
- Towers or turrets (small, round towers)
- Decorative shingles
- Wrap-around porches
- Bay windows
Craftsman Style
The Craftsman style became popular in the early 1900s. It focuses on natural materials and handmade details. Craftsman homes often feature:
- Low-pitched roofs with wide eaves
- Exposed wooden beams
- Large front porches with thick columns
- Built-in furniture
Why These Homes Are Important
The Edward F. Sharp Residential Ensemble was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1991. This means the houses are officially recognized as important historical sites. They help us understand the history of The Dalles and the people who helped it grow.
