George Rogers House, Private residence in Lake Oswego, Oregon.
Description
The George Rogers House is a two-story Craftsman residence located at the intersection of Durham Street and Wilbur Street in Lake Oswego. The home displays the handcrafted details and proportions typical of this architectural style.
History
Built in 1929 by architect James Van Evera Bailey, the residence was added to the National Register of Historic Places in October 1996. It represents a period when Lake Oswego was shifting from industrial use to residential development.
Culture
The house connects to George Rogers, who donated land next to it that became George Rogers Park, built on the former site of Lake Oswego's China Town neighborhood. This link shows how individual residents shaped their community's development.
Practical
The residence remains a private home and is not open for public tours. Visitors can view the exterior and architectural features from the street.
Did you know?
The residence represents Lake Oswego's architectural shift during a time when the city transformed from an industrial and manufacturing hub to an affluent residential community. This transition is reflected in the stylish homes that define the early period of this change.
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