History of the Victorian House Built in 1900-1901 by Anton Tolsrud Masonry by Stener Hanson Plasterwork by Amos Baldwin Completed for $4,000

Past Owners Soren and Anna Larson-private residence 1901-early 1930’s Sever Gunderson-private residence early 1930’s Gladys Johnson-private residence 1930’s Mrs. Levi Kingland-hospital 1940-1943 Louise Helgeson-private residence Alma Leegard-rest home late 1940’s Mike and Laura Stensrud-private residence 1980-1986 Lynn and Donna Lair-private residence with catering business 1986-2007

Features Spacious rooms 10 foot ceilings Parquet floor in music room, parlor and vestibule Original oak woodwork in many areas French doors Butler’s pantry and maid’s quarters Wraparound front porch Original oak front staircase Turret

Completed Projects Exterior paint done in five colors: sage, dark sage, cream, gooseberry and brown New roof Removal of interior carpet Refinish interior woodwork and floors Paint or wallpaper rooms with Victorian colors Tuckpoint granite foundation Original floors have been refinished Rooms have been decorated in style of 1901 Victorian 14 gardens have been completed and are open to the public Recreate second story exterior balcony railing and wraparound front porch railing

Ongoing Projects Collect photos of interior and exterior of home Gather furnishings-original when possible Collect stories about the house and past owners Write grants, seek donations and continue fundraising efforts

Future Plans Historic Preservation 1901 Victorian Home is available for use by the School and community members