Hill-Crest

Hill-Crest is a large mansion in Washington featuring over 30 rooms with interior woodwork of Douglas fir and Honduran mahogany throughout. The building displays the lavish design style typical of early 1900s luxury residences, with formal rooms and manicured grounds.

The mansion was built in 1907 for lumber magnate Edwin Ames and his wife Maud Walker Ames, then bequeathed to the University of Washington in 1931. This bequest transformed it into the official residence for the university's presidents.

The residence maintains its status as the official home for University of Washington presidents, requiring them to live within its walls as per bequest conditions.

The residence is not open to the public as it serves as the university's official residence. Visitors can view the building's exterior and appreciate its architecture from the street.

The residence underwent a major renovation in the early 2000s that established long-term financial support for ongoing maintenance. This investment ensures its continuous care and preservation into the future.

Location: Washington

GPS coordinates: 47.62653,-122.28631

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:03