It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1991.

It was originally built in 1920 by Phil Hoffman, publisher of the Oskaloosa Herald.

The architect was Frank E. Wetherell, who designed several other notable structures in and around Oskaloosa, including the bandstand located in the center of the town square.

Wetherell was prominent statewide as an architect known for public buildings, residences, and urban planning.

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