Historic Building Survey - City and Borough of Juneau

Chicken Ridge Historic Buildings Survey
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AHRS #: JUN-580
CBJ #: E-73
Parcel #:
l-C03-0-A42-001-0
Historic Name:
Macspadden House
Other Name:
Location
Address:
801 Dixon street
Lot/Block/Subdivision: Fr 1 / 42 / Juneau T._It.d~~_~··"·
Current Owner:
Address:
Teresa Cramer
801 Dixon street
Juneau, AK 99801
Historic Function/Use:
Domestic / Single Family
Current Function/Use:
Domestic / MUltiple Family
Architectural Classification
Category/Sub-category:
Late 19th & Early 20th Century American Movements/Bungalow/Craftsman
Materials
Roofing: Asphalt shingles Foundation: Concrete
Walls: Horizontal asbestos
shingle siding
Other:
Partial basement
Architectural Elements: Gable roof dormer; eave return at roof line
and on dormer, side entryway
General Description: Despite remodeling in the 1950/s, retains integrity
and is a contributing element to the architectural and historic unity
of the neighborhood, good condition
Historic Significance: This building is significant .becauae it is one of
42 Craftsman buildings in the survey area which demonstrate Juneau's
vernacular interpretation of national styles,becauseof its
association.with A.J. Mine employee, Morrell Macspadden, and because
it demonstrates •• patterns of community development •• in.Juneau, Alaska.
Macspadden lived here by 1924. He worked asa laborer, mine
contractor (he drove tunnels), and as a cost accountant in 1923-1932
for the A.J. Mine. In the 1950/s he served as mayor of Juneau and was
elected to the Territorial House of Representatives.
Construction Date: c.1917 Period of Significance: 1893-1939
Cultural Affiliation:
Euroamerican
National Register Status/Date:
N/A
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