Caldwell Odd Fellow Home for the Aged, building in Idaho, United States
The Caldwell Odd Fellow Home for the Aged is a 1920 retirement facility in Caldwell, Idaho, built in the Second Renaissance Revival style. The U-shaped structure with stucco exterior was designed by architects Tourtellotte & Hummel and features two stories with wide hallways, spacious rooms, and original details such as woodwork and high ceilings.
The building was constructed in 1920 by the Odd Fellows fraternity to provide housing for aging members. Its listing on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982 recognized its historical significance and its role in establishing community care facilities in Caldwell during the early 1900s.
The name reflects the Odd Fellows, a fraternal organization dedicated to caring for aging members. Spaces like the common rooms and dining areas show how the community lived together, gathering for meals and daily activities centered on mutual support.
The building is accessible with wide hallways and ramps that accommodate visitors with different mobility needs. Its location on North 14th Avenue is centrally situated, making it convenient to visit alongside other local points of interest.
The building was constructed by craftsman C. E. Silbaugh and showcases the distinctive work of architects Tourtellotte & Hummel, whose buildings are numerous across Idaho and shape the local heritage. This architectural connection ties it to a broader historical design movement in the region.
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