Orthwein Mansion, Colonial Revival mansion in Central West End, St. Louis, US.
The mansion at 15 Portland Place features a symmetrical facade with classical columns, neoclassical details, and large windows across its limestone exterior.
William D. Orthwein, a German immigrant who established the W.D. Orthwein Grain Company, commissioned architects Widmann, Walsh, and Boisselier to build this residence in 1900.
The mansion represents the architectural preferences of successful entrepreneurs in St. Louis during the early twentieth century industrial expansion period.
Located near Forest Park, the Orthwein Mansion stands as a contributing property to the National Register of Historic Places within the Portland Place district.
William R. Orthwein trained at this residence before winning bronze medals in swimming and water polo during the 1904 St. Louis Olympic Games.
Location: St. Louis
Inception: 1900
Architects: Frederick Widmann
Architectural style: Colonial Revival architecture
Address: 15 Portland Place
GPS coordinates: 38.64750,-90.26706
Latest update: March 6, 2025 03:22
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