Oscar Gill House facts for kids
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Oscar Gill House
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 Location in Downtown Anchorage
Location in Anchorage
Location in Alaska
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| Location | 1344 West 10th Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built by | Oscar Stephen Gill |
| Architectural style | Bungalow/craftsman |
| NRHP reference No. | 01000022 |
| Added to NRHP | February 2, 2001 |
The Oscar Gill House is a very old and special house located at 1344 West Tenth Avenue in Anchorage, Alaska. It is one of the oldest buildings in the city. This two-story house is made of wood and has a roof that slopes down on two sides. It looks like a cozy, classic home.
The house was built in 1913 by a man named Oscar Gill. He built it in a town called Knik, which is now a "ghost town" because no one lives there anymore. When Anchorage was founded in 1916, Oscar Gill had his house moved! They put it on a large boat and floated it across the water to Anchorage. It stayed at 918 West Tenth Avenue for many years.
In 1982, the house had to be moved again. This was because the Anchorage Pioneer Home needed more space. Many old houses in downtown Anchorage were torn down during a time when lots of new buildings were being built. But the Oscar Gill House was saved! It sat on an empty lot for about 15 years. Then, it was moved to its current spot. Since then, it has been a bed and breakfast, a place where people can stay overnight.
What Makes the Oscar Gill House Special?
The Oscar Gill House has a simple but charming style called Craftsman. This style often includes wide roof edges and wooden beams that you can see. Inside, the house still has its original wooden floors and other wooden details. This helps us imagine what homes looked like a long time ago.
Why is it a Historic Place?
The Oscar Gill House is important because it shows how Anchorage grew. It also shows how buildings were moved in the early days of Alaska. Because of its history and unique story, the house was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2001. This means it is recognized as a special building that should be protected.
