Historic Smauel D. Kilpatrick Mansion

HISTORIC SAMUEL D. KILPATRICK MANSION
LOCATION: 701 North 7th Street, Beatrice, Nebraska

General Description: The Samuel D. Kilpatrick Mansion, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is a Renaissance revival style mansion maintaining the unique features & character of the early 20th century. The 1st & 2nd levels are approximately 2,600 sq ft per level with a heated ballroom on the third floor & rec room in the full basement. The living room is trimmed in walnut with columns, beamed ceilings & heavy, ornate moldings. The rest of the main floor is trimmed with quarter-sawn oak. The flooring is mostly oak with exception of a mosaic tile entrance & bath areas. The 1st floor fireplace is surrounded by the original individually set jade-colored tile. Other original features include combination gas and electric light fixtures, ornamental chandeliers, plumbing fixtures, open staircase, butler pantry, 2nd floor maid’s quarters & another set of kitchen stairs to the 3rd floor ballroom. The windows are double-hung with chain/weight balances. The windows have leaded, stained & beveled glass inserts, are all operational & considered in pristine condition. The exterior of the home is brick with the original clay tile roof & has an expansive open porch with brick arches. The driveway entrance is covered by the original Porte cochere with a raised stone ledge at carriage height. The drive enters/exits the property on 2 streets with cast iron fence surrounding the property. The home sits on nearly 6 full city lots. The historical significance of the home is well documented with the early development of railroad systems opening up the West. A complete historical profile is available.

Legal Description: Lots 3, 4, 5 & 6, South 10 of Lot 8 & East 10' of Lots 9, 10, 11 & 12 and Vacated Alley, Block 7, Cropseys Addition, Beatrice, Gage County, Nebraska (Lot Size: 28,000 sq ft)