Selma Schricker House, historic house in Iowa, United States
The Selma Schricker House is a two-story residential building in Davenport, constructed around 1902 in Georgian Revival style with yellow-tan brick, symmetrical windows, and a prominent front porch supported by classical columns. The exterior showcases detailed brickwork, multiple roof dormers with arched and Palladian windows, and two tall decorative chimneys that display the craftsmanship of the period.
The house was designed in 1902 by the local architectural firm Clausen & Burrows and stands as one of the finest examples of Georgian style in the city. After Selma's death, the Diocese of Davenport purchased it in 1933 and used it as a residence for several bishops before it was sold in 1996.
The house is named after Selma Schricker, an unmarried woman from a prominent family who built it after her mother's death. The neighborhood values it as a fine example of how prosperous residents shaped their homes and contributed to community life in the early 1900s.
The house sits on elevated ground near Riverview Terrace Park and is easily visible from the public sidewalk. The architectural details are best seen during daylight hours when the brickwork and window features are clearly visible.
The house suffered a roof fire in 2010 but was carefully restored while keeping its historical features intact. The Westrom family, who purchased it in 1998, undertook extensive restoration work to preserve the building for future generations.
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