A Mission Revival residence designed by Nicolaas van der Arend and built by newspaper publisher Clarence Phelps Dodge, now part of Colorado College’s historic downtown campus.
At a glance
The Dodge-Hamlin House stands as a refined example of early-twentieth-century Mission Revival design in Colorado Springs. Built in 1916 and absorbed into Colorado College in 1943, it reflects both the architectural taste and civic influence of the city’s newspaper publishing community.
History
Clarence Phelps Dodge commissioned the house in 1916, establishing it as his private residence. For nearly three decades it served a single family. In 1943, the property was integrated into the expanding Colorado College campus, a transition that transformed its institutional role while preserving its original character. The house gained further recognition when listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2014, acknowledging both its architectural merit and its association with two influential local newspaper figures—Dodge himself and later resident Clarence Clark Hamlin.
What you see
The house exemplifies the Mission Revival style, characterized by stucco walls, arched openings, and ornamental details drawing inspiration from Spanish colonial missions. Nicolaas van der Arend’s design demonstrates refined restraint typical of the period’s residential interpretation of this historical vocabulary.
Cultural significance
The Dodge-Hamlin House represents the intersection of Colorado Springs’ architectural ambitions and its media history. Its residents shaped the city’s public discourse through newspaper publishing and editorial leadership. The house’s incorporation into Colorado College reflects the institution’s downtown presence and the preservation of significant early-twentieth-century residences as the campus evolved.
Key facts
- Country: United States
- City: Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Designed by: Nicolaas van der Arend
- Built: 1916
- Original owner: Clarence Phelps Dodge
- National Register of Historic Places: 2014
- Coordinates: 38.85111111, −104.82666667
Practical information & getting there
The house is located in downtown Colorado Springs and remains part of the Colorado College campus. Contact the college or local visitor information for access details and visiting hours.
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