Edgeplain

Edgeplain is a Tudor Revival residence featuring ornamental walls constructed from multi-colored sandstone with rusticated stone detailing. The building currently houses approximately 20 students in shared residential and kitchen spaces as part of Colorado College.

Attorney Lyman K. Bass commissioned architect A.C. Willard to design the structure in 1881, choosing its location near Colorado College for its healthful setting. The building later became a notable social hub under Chester Alan Arthur II, son of a former U.S. President.

The residence served as a social gathering place for prominent figures during the early 1900s, reflecting its importance in local high society. The structure remains tied to the college community that has inhabited and shaped its purpose for generations.

The building sits near Colorado College's campus and can be viewed from Nevada Avenue. Access to the interior may be available during specific times or college events, so it is worth checking ahead with the college for visiting opportunities.

The name Edgeplain comes from the building's original position at the boundary between settled land and open prairie. This origin is inscribed on the porch for visitors to discover.

Location: Colorado Springs

GPS coordinates: 38.84970,-104.82100

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:41