Harwelden Mansion facts for kids
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 Location in Oklahoma
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| Location | 2210 S. Main St. Tulsa, Oklahoma |
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| Area | 3.7 acres (1.5 ha) |
| Built | 1922-1923 |
| Architect | Wight & Wight |
| Architectural style | Collegiate Gothic, English Tudor |
| NRHP reference No. | 78002271 |
| Added to NRHP | February 8, 1978 |
Harwelden is a beautiful old mansion located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It was built in 1923. This special building has a unique style, combining elements of Collegiate Gothic and English Tudor designs.
A kind businessman and supporter of good causes, Earl P. Harwell, and his wife Mary had the mansion built. For many years, from 1969 to 2012, Harwelden was home to the Arts Council of Tulsa. It was recognized as an important historical place in 1978.
Building Harwelden
In 1923, Earl Palmer Harwell and his wife Mary decided to build their dream home. They named this grand house Harwelden. It was designed with a mix of Collegiate Gothic and English Tudor styles.
The architects Wight and Wight from Kansas City, Missouri, designed the mansion. Long Construction, also from Kansas City, helped build it. The inside of the house was carefully decorated. It featured beautiful wood panels and fancy ceilings.
A Home for the Arts
After Earl Harwell passed away in 1950, and his wife Mary in 1967, the mansion was given to the Arts Council of Tulsa. This generous gift helped support arts and culture in the city.
When the Arts Council received the house, it still had many original features. This included special lighting fixtures and some of the original furniture. From 1969 to 2012, Harwelden served as the main office for the Arts Council of Tulsa.
In February 1978, Harwelden was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is officially recognized as an important historical site in the United States.
Harwelden Today
Today, Harwelden is owned by Teresa Knox and her husband, Ivan Acosta. They bought the mansion in 2018. They are working to preserve this historic building.
Harwelden continues to be a significant landmark in Tulsa. It reminds people of the city's rich history and its support for the arts.
Images for kids
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Harwelden Mansion
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Bronze Statue
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Harwelden Mansion Bed and Breakfast, west view overlooking the Arkansas River
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