National Register of Historic Places

Hauser Mansion

Helena, Lewis and Clark County, Montana
Listed
February 12, 1979
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
79001404

About this property

Hauser Mansion is a historic house in Helena, Montana, U.S., built in 1885 for Governor Samuel Thomas Hauser. In 2024 it was purchased by Governor Greg Gianforte and his wife Susan with the declared intention of donating it to become the governor's mansion. The house was built in 1885 for Governor Samuel Hauser. It was designed by the architectural firm Wallace & Thornburg. It was inherited by his daughter, Ellen Hauser Thatcher, in 1913, and subsequently sold to the Roman Catholic Bishop of Helena, John P. Carroll, followed by other bishops. From 1935 to 1969, it was used by the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth. It was purchased by Governor Tim Babcock in 1969. It has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since February 12, 1979. In January 2024, Governor Greg Gianforte and his wife Susan announced they had bought the Hauser Mansion and intended to make it their residence for the remainder of his term and then donate it to the State of Montana as a governor's residence. The state legislature has appropriated funds for its renovation. National Register of Historic Places listings in Lewis and Clark County, Montana

Location

720 Madison Ave.
Helena, Lewis and Clark County, Montana
46.59520, -112.04489

Categories

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Sources

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Questions about this property

When was Hauser Mansion listed on the National Register?

Hauser Mansion was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 12, 1979.

What type of historic resource is Hauser Mansion?

Hauser Mansion is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Hauser Mansion?

The period of significance for Hauser Mansion is recorded as the industrial era.

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