Salvation Army Women's Home and Hospital, hospital in Minnesota, United States
The Salvation Army Women's Home and Hospital is a historic structure in Saint Paul with Tudor Revival architecture, now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The building features steep roofs, decorative woodwork, and was designed to accommodate a significant number of women requiring care and support services.
The facility opened in 1913 after the original 1898 home became too small for the growing number of women seeking assistance. It evolved to focus primarily on unwed mothers starting in the 1920s, serving this population until the program closed in 1971 due to changing community needs.
The building was named after William Booth, founder of the Salvation Army, reflecting the organization's mission to serve women in need. The Tudor Revival design with its steep roofs and decorative woodwork gives the structure a distinctive character that stands out in the neighborhood.
The building is protected as a historic site and can be viewed from the outside, where its architectural details are clearly visible. To learn more about the site's history or inquire about interior access, it is best to contact ahead, as current use may limit visitor options.
Over 13,500 unwed mothers received care during the first 75 years of operation, with approximately 75 percent placing their newborns for adoption. The facility also provided schooling and practical training in sewing, cooking, and cleaning to help women rebuild their lives after departure.
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