Thomas J. Flippin House

The Thomas J. Flippin House is a 14-room residence standing at the top of Clatskanie's south hills, featuring hand-cut wooden shingles throughout its structure. The building was constructed between 1898 and 1900 by the Markwell and Sons construction firm.

The house was built at the end of the 19th century for Thomas J. Flippin, founder of the West Oregon Lumber Company, as a statement of local prosperity. This residence marked the rise of timber industry wealth in the Clatskanie area during that era.

The house now serves as a museum and community gathering space for older residents, showing how historic buildings adapt to serve local needs.

Interior visits require advance booking for guided tours only, so plan ahead if you want to see the rooms inside. The house sits high on a hill, so be prepared for some climbing if arriving from lower parts of town.

Every wooden shingle covering this house was hand-cut by Thomas Flippin's brother, who worked as a craftsman on the project. This personal touch from family labor is a detail that sets this residence apart from typical buildings of the era.