JENS OTTO CHRISTIANSEN HOUSE

ELK HORN, IA

Rusted Farm Equipment During my drive through some back roads of Iowa, I came across a collection of rusted farm equipment.

It was interesting to walk among them.
Rusted Farm Equipment Credit: Stabbur's Master

Jens Otto Christiansen House is a historic building located in Elk Horn, Iowa. It was constructed in 1908 by Jens Otto Christiansen, a Danish immigrant who settled in the area. The house is a classic example of Danish folk architecture, featuring a steep pitched roof, white walls, and a red tiled roof. The building is a two-story structure that measures 25 feet by 40 feet.

The interior of the house is well-preserved and still contains many original features. The first floor has a living room, dining room, and kitchen, while the second floor has three bedrooms and a bathroom. The house also has a full basement and an attic.

The Jens Otto Christiansen House is significant for its historical and cultural importance. It is a rare example of Danish folk architecture in the United States and is a testament to the Danish heritage of the area. The house is now a museum and is open to the public for tours. Visitors can see the original furnishings and artifacts that provide a glimpse into the life of a Danish immigrant family in the early 20th century.

JENS OTTO CHRISTIANSEN HOUSE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in ELK HORN IA. US MID #8401900071

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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JENS OTTO CHRISTIANSEN HOUSE
2105 COLLEGE ST
ELK HORN
IA
51531

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JENS OTTO CHRISTIANSEN HOUSE Information

MID # 8401900071
Name JENS OTTO CHRISTIANSEN HOUSE
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 41.591148, -95.060017
CODES FIPS State Code: 19
FIPS County Code: 165
US Census Tract: 960100
US Census Block: 1099