Adventure 003, Site 084-F.K. Prescott Home

Prescott House and Sherri

Capture California, the Game-2013
Adventure: 003, Site 084-F.K. Prescott Home
Local Registry ID: 129


Team: YOLT
Date:  September 15, 2013
Location:

Address: 2983 Tulare Street, Fresno, CA

Description:
Date Built: 1906
Architect: Eugene Mathewson
When comparing this house, with the Martin which is right across the street, you are left with a mixed bag. At one time, the Prescott house must have been spectacular with its brick work and columns. But now, it still shows its dignity, but like an aging actress with a facelift, you sort of think about what the building once was. It currently is the Palm Funeral and Cremations building.


This ended Sherri and Gary's Sunday walking tour of the St John's Cathedral historical district. What a good time it was. We got a walk in and gained a little bit of insight into Fresno's past.

2983 Tulare Street
Eugene Mathewson, Architect
Colonial Revival

This home was built for F. K. Prescott, a pioneer in the Fresno lumber industry. It is one of grandest and most imposing houses from a period when downtown was still a major residential area. Unfortunately, the home has been severely modified with a sliding aluminum entry door and two very unsympathetic additions. The building has for many years been used as a mortuary.






References:

• Guide to Historic Fresno
  

Overall Landmark References:

• Guide to Historic Fresno