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Address: 307- - -
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El private address: )'Sourdough Creek Advancement Box 547 Roll# 83 -
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- Historic Name: Bozeman Hotel Annex
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Common Name: Bozeman Hotel Annex
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I � - Date of Construction: 1890-91 21 documented
Architect: Unman
a J Builder: Unknown
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�J I Original Owner: Unknown
I Original Use: Offirps
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- Present Use: Commercial Structure
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Sanborn maps—dates•_1890I91
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PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Describe present appearance of structureisite,then contrast and compare that with it's original appearance,
noting additions,alterations,and changes in materials. Discuss significant architectural features.
This two-story commercial structure has a square plan with brick pilasters
dividing the building into three bays and tiled entryways. The symmetrical
facade has central entrance in each bay and storefront windows. The second
story features three 1/1 double-hung windows in each bay with the first
bay having arched, corbeled brick designs above the windows and the others
being squared. There is a decorative metal cornice with corbeled brick forming
dentils. The brick construction has cast iron lintels over the storefront
and a cut stone band between the two floors. The flat built-up roof lies
perpendicular to the street.
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Justify how the persons,important events,and/or historical patterns associated with the structure/site
and surrounding area lend the property significance.
The Hotel Bozeman was designed for the Bozeman Improvement Company by George
Hancock,- an-architect from Fargo, North Dakota, who practiced several years in
Bozeman. Construction was completed in time for a gala March opening in 1891 .
The establishment is described in 1897 as "eligibly located on Main Street,
opposite City Hall , and is the finest structure in the city" . Steam heat,
electricity, and 136 guest rooms attracted a flattering patronage. Now
commonly referred to as the Bozeman Hotel , the building has been renovated
for shops and offices. The adjoining brick structure to the west, known as the
Bozeman Hotel Annex, -was built a year later, in a similar Victorian Commercial
Style.
This structure is potentially eligible for the National Register because
of its historical associations and because of its architectural significance.
INTEGRITY: Assess the degree to which the structure/site,and surrounding area accurately convey the historical associations of the
property.
The historic integrity of this property has been retained due to the survival
of original design and materials and continuity of use, setting and location.
INFORMATION VALUE: Explain how the extant structure/site may demonstrate or yield information about its historic use or construc-
tion.
None.
FORM PREPARED BY: GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION:
Name_ JAMES R._ A.friittAla1 Acreage:
Address: P. LW 61h-i USGSQuad: _
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