National Register of Historic Places

Bridwell, James F., House

Kamiah, Lewis County, Idaho
Listed
April 5, 1989
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
88001446

About this property

The James F. Bridwell House in Kamiah, Idaho was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1989. It has also been known as the Gena Dragseth House. It is a square two-story house over a partial basement which was built in 1907. It has beaded shiplap siding. The house was deemed significant for its association with "early settler and prominent citizen" Dr. James F. Bridwell. Bridwell was educated in Oregon and trained as a dentist in St. Louis. In a partnership with a Dr. Briley, he provided medical and dental services for the Northern Pacific Railroad construction.

Location

107 Fifth St.
Kamiah, Lewis County, Idaho
46.22725, -116.02894

Categories

COMMERCEEXPLORATION/SETTLEMENT
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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

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0.1 mi
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1.9 mi
State Bank of Kooskia
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Weippe Prairie
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Nearby Battles

Battle of Kamiah — Nez Perce (July 13, 1877)
1877Indian Wars
0.4 mi

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When was Bridwell, James F., House listed on the National Register?

Bridwell, James F., House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 5, 1989.

What type of historic resource is Bridwell, James F., House?

Bridwell, James F., House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

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The period of significance for Bridwell, James F., House is recorded as the industrial era.

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