Grenville M. Dodge House, Victorian mansion in Council Bluffs, US.
The Grenville M. Dodge House is a three-story brick residence in Council Bluffs featuring a mansard roof and tall narrow windows throughout its facades. Inside, the rooms showcase detailed black walnut woodwork with ornate carvings on doorways, fireplaces, and wall panels that reflect the craftsmanship of the era.
The residence was built in 1869 for General Grenville M. Dodge, the chief engineer who directed construction of the first transcontinental railroad. It was completed during the rapid expansion of rail networks when Council Bluffs became a major junction point in western railroad development.
The house presents exhibitions about railroad development, Civil War engineering, and the architectural evolution of 19th-century American mansions.
The house is accessible by foot from downtown Council Bluffs and sits in a residential neighborhood with nearby parking. It is advisable to check current visiting hours beforehand, as they vary by season and day of the week.
The house displays exhibitions about railroad development and the role of the site in the nation's western expansion. The collections feature personal items from General Dodge's life and document his contributions to engineering history.
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