THE TAYLOR HOUSE
412 Main Street, Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A, Canada
Formally Recognized:
2002/11/03
Other Name(s)
THE TAYLOR HOUSE
THE TAYLOR HOUSE
Links and documents
Construction Date(s)
1937/01/01
Listed on the Canadian Register:
2006/02/20
Statement of Significance
Description of Historic Place
The Taylor House is a 1.5 story log building on a double lot at the corner of Main Street and Fifth Avenue in downtown Whitehorse, Yukon.
Heritage Value
The Taylor House and lots is a municipally designated site recognized for its architecture and association with the Taylor family.
It was constructed in 1937 as a residence for Bill and Aline Taylor. The Taylor family contributed to the early growth and economic development of the Yukon through the mercantile chain, the Taylor and Drury Company. The company operated up to nineteen stores in Yukon communities from the turn of the century until the 1960s. This relatively large log home and spacious landscaped lots, by Whitehorse standards, reflects the success of the family-owned business and the upper class of Whitehorse of the period.
The design of the Taylor House is eclectic, showing the influence of the American Arts and Crafts Movement as well as the (American) Colonial Revival. It represents a type of housing design commonly self-built during its time period that could be found in national publications and catalogues. The Taylor House was built of mainly local construction materials combined with the most modern amenities that were available in Whitehorse.
The setting and location of the Taylor House is important as it portrays the residential ambiance that was once an integral part of Main Street. It is a landmark in the historic downtown area of Whitehorse.
Source: Minutes from the City of Whitehorse Heritage Advisory Committee, Oct 25, 2001
City of Whitehorse Bylaw 2001-62
Character-Defining Elements
- location and setting
- exposed log construction, exterior metal chimneys, gambrel wood shingled roof with dormers and bell cast eaves
- the wood windows and doors, and leaded glass
- the brick fireplace in the full basement
- the original gates and the wooden picket fence that encloses the spacious landscaped yard with its mix of indigenous and introduced mature trees and shrubs
Recognition
Jurisdiction
Yukon
Recognition Authority
Government of Yukon
Recognition Statute
Historic Resources Act
Recognition Type
Territorial Historic Site
Recognition Date
2002/11/03
Historical Information
Significant Date(s)
1937/01/01 to 1969/01/01
Theme - Category and Type
- Developing Economies
- Trade and Commerce
- Peopling the Land
- Settlement
Function - Category and Type
Current
- Commerce / Commercial Services
- Office or Office Building
Historic
- Residence
- Single Dwelling
Architect / Designer
n/a
Builder
n/a
Additional Information
Location of Supporting Documentation
Heritage Resources, Department of Tourism & Culture, Government of Yukon, file #3792-01
Cross-Reference to Collection
Fed/Prov/Terr Identifier
105D/11/022
Status
Published
Related Places
n/a