Orland P. Bassett House
Orland P. Bassett House, Colonial Revival residence in Hinsdale, Illinois.
Description
The Orland P. Bassett House is a two-story residence in Colonial Revival style featuring symmetrical windows, a grand entrance portico, and refined wooden details throughout. The property also includes a separate carriage house on the grounds.
History
Built in 1899, this residence belonged to a prominent businessman known for his role in developing the American Beauty Rose variety. It gained recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 2004.
Culture
The house reflects how wealthy business owners in suburban Chicago chose to live during the late 1800s, showing their status through architectural choices and design details. It demonstrates the way prosperous families of that era built their homes to display their success.
Practical
The house is located on East Sixth Street in Hinsdale and is visible from the street. Visitors should note that this is private property and access may be limited to exterior viewing.
Did you know?
The house experienced fire damage in its attic level and upper story due to balloon framing construction, a building method that created vertical gaps between floors. These gaps allowed fire to spread more easily through the structure.
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