Rosamond Coursen and Walter R. Reed House facts for kids
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Rosamond Coursen and Walter R. Reed House
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U.S. Historic district
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The house's exterior in 2010
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 Location in Portland, Oregon
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| Location | 2036–2038 SW Main Street Portland, Oregon |
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| Architect | Otto K. Kleeman |
| Architectural style | Queen Anne |
| Part of | King's Hill Historic District (ID91000039) |
| NRHP reference No. | 90000288 |
| Added to NRHP | February 23, 1990 |
The Rosamond Coursen and Walter R. Reed House is a special old house in southwest Portland, Oregon. It's so important that it's listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's officially recognized for its history and unique design. People sometimes call it the Rosa Reed House too.
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What Makes This House Special?
This house is a great example of a building style called Queen Anne architecture. This style was very popular in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
Queen Anne Style Features
Queen Anne houses often have some cool features that make them stand out:
- They usually have a tall, pointed tower or turret.
- You might see different textures on the outside, like shingles and bricks.
- There are often fancy porches with decorative railings.
- The roofs can be steep and have many gables (the triangular parts of a wall under a sloping roof).
- They often have bay windows, which stick out from the house.
Who Designed It?
The architect who designed this beautiful house was Otto K. Kleeman. Architects are people who plan and design buildings. Kleeman helped create many buildings in Portland.
Why Is It a Historic Place?
The Rosamond Coursen and Walter R. Reed House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on February 23, 1990. This list helps protect important buildings and sites across the United States.
What is the National Register?
The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the nation's historic places worth saving. It's like a special hall of fame for buildings, sites, and objects. When a place is on this list, it means it has a significant story to tell about American history, architecture, or culture.
Part of a Historic Neighborhood
This house is also part of a larger area called the King's Hill Historic District. A historic district is a group of buildings, sites, or objects that are all important together. King's Hill is known for its beautiful old homes and tree-lined streets.
Who Were Rosamond and Walter Reed?
The house is named after Rosamond Coursen and Walter R. Reed, who were important people in Portland's history. They lived in this house, and it's named after them to remember their connection to it.
