Fountain Hotel facts for kids
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The Fountain Hotel
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Front of the hotel
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 Location in Ohio
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| Location | 100-110 W. Spring St., St. Marys, Ohio |
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| Area | 0.3 acres (0.12 ha) |
| Built | 1889 |
| Architectural style | Late Victorian, Queen Anne |
| NRHP reference No. | 97001564 |
| Added to NRHP | December 19, 1997 |
The Fountain Hotel is a historic building in St. Marys, Ohio, United States. It was built in 1889. This building used to be a hotel. It was designed in two cool old styles: Queen Anne and Victorian. You can find it on West Spring Street in downtown St. Marys.
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About the Building
The Fountain Hotel is also known as the "Fort Barbee Hotel." It is made of brick. The building sits on a strong base of sandstone. Its roof is covered with asphalt.
What It Looks Like
The first floor of the building has many storefronts. These are like small shops. The rest of the hotel has been changed. It now provides homes for people aged fifty-five or older. These homes are for people who need affordable places to live.
How It Was Changed
The building was updated in the 1990s. The Muskingum Development Corporation did this work. It cost between $2 million and $3 million. A bank called Minster State Bank helped. They offered special low interest rates for the project.
Location and Surroundings
The Fountain Hotel is in a busy part of St. Marys. Many other important places are nearby. These include the city's main government building. The Buckeye Trail also passes close by. This trail follows the old Miami and Erie Canal. There is also a community park right next to the hotel.
The Hotel's Name
Right next to the hotel is a small natural spring. A long time ago, this spring provided water for Fort St. Marys. This fort used to be where the city's downtown is now. Later, the spring was turned into a fountain. This fountain gave the hotel its special name.
Historic Recognition
In 1997, the Fountain Hotel was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a list of important places in the United States. It was recognized because of its role in local history. It was also important for business in the area.
Its Past Roles
The Fountain Hotel was once a busy place. It served as a hotel for travelers. It also had a special store. Plus, it was a restaurant where people could eat.
Other Historic Places Nearby
Two other buildings in St. Marys are also on the National Register. One is the Dr. Issac Elmer Williams House and Office. It was built in 1903. The other is the former Holy Rosary Catholic Church.
