Sep 08, 1983
National Register of Historic Places - Mary Rockwell Hook House (Residential Structures by Mary Rockwell Hook TR)
Statement of Significance: Beginning in 1925, the last available homesite on the hillside cul-de-sac was developed for a residence planned for Mrs. Hook, her husband, and their two sons. The result is a residence that utilizes to the best advantage her architectural idioms. The house takes full advantage of the rugged terrain to afford spectacular views from the interior. Various recycled elements are used in the house, including fireplaces from demolished houses and wood beams salvaged from a railroad bridge. The placement of the principal rooms of the house, overlooking the pool and patio area, is typical of Mrs. Hook's attempts to integrate outdoor and indoor living. Mrs. Hook remembered the pool as one of the earliest private swimming pools in the Kansas City area. 22 Mrs. Hook's interest in the theater is evidenced by the ell of an L-shaped living room, elevated several steps to serve as a stage for 23 the performances which Mrs. Hook, her family, and friends enjoyed. The Hook's maintained their residence in this house almost half a century, until 1972.
National Register of Historic Places - Mary Rockwell Hook House (Residential Structures by Mary Rockwell Hook TR)
Statement of Significance: Beginning in 1925, the last available homesite on the hillside cul-de-sac was developed for a residence planned for Mrs. Hook, her husband, and their two sons. The result is a residence that utilizes to the best advantage her architectural idioms. The house takes full advantage of the rugged terrain to afford spectacular views from the interior. Various recycled elements are used in the house, including fireplaces from demolished houses and wood beams salvaged from a railroad bridge. The placement of the principal rooms of the house, overlooking the pool and patio area, is typical of Mrs. Hook's attempts to integrate outdoor and indoor living. Mrs. Hook remembered the pool as one of the earliest private swimming pools in the Kansas City area. 22 Mrs. Hook's interest in the theater is evidenced by the ell of an L-shaped living room, elevated several steps to serve as a stage for 23 the performances which Mrs. Hook, her family, and friends enjoyed. The Hook's maintained their residence in this house almost half a century, until 1972.
Sep 08, 1983
Posted Date
Aug 17, 2023
Historical Record Date
Sep 08, 1983
Source Name
National Register of Historic Places
