F. E. Company Housing - Fairbanks, Alaska
Posted by: Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
N 64° 51.028 W 147° 43.156
6W E 465892 N 7191983
Historic district of four houses and support buildings built by the Fairbanks Exploration Company
Waymark Code: WMAXRH
Location: Alaska, United States
Date Posted: 03/08/2011
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member silverquill
Views: 1

"The F.E. Company constructed housing for its employees in Fairbanks in 1927. Four houses that form a unified group are an exceptional example of the Late 19th and Early 20th Century American Movements Bungalow/Craftsman architectural style in Alaska. This style favors the use of an unadorned design, natural materials, and fine craftsmanship. Features include lowpitched gable roofs, overhangs supported by knee braces, stone or brick chimneys, and open floor plans. The design emphasizes fresh air and sunshine achieved through porches and outer rooms." - National Register Nomination form
Street address:
505, 507, 521, and 523 Illinois St.
Fairbanks, Alaska


County / Borough / Parish: Fairbanks North Star

Year listed: 1997

Historic (Areas of) Significance: Event, Architecture/Engineering

Periods of significance: 1925-1949

Historic function: Domestic

Current function: Domestic

Privately owned?: yes

Primary Web Site: [Web Link]

Secondary Website 1: [Web Link]

Season start / Season finish: Not listed

Hours of operation: Not listed

Secondary Website 2: Not listed

National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed

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