John A O'Farrell Cabin, Boise
- Also Known As: IHSI No. 01-1016
- Address: W Fort St
- Vicinity: Btw N 4th and N 5th Sts
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
| 1863/06/00 | John A O'Farrell | Architect | John A O'Farrell erects a single-pen log building. The oldest extant building in the city of Boise is the first "home" building to house women and children in the area. | |||
| 1870/00/00 | Catholic Church | Chapel | From 1863 until 1870 local Catholics gather for services in the John A O'Farrell Cabin. | |||
| 1872/00/00 | The John A O'Farrell Cabin serves as the residence for O'Farrell and his family until 1872. | |||||
| 1911/00/00 | The John A O'Farrell cabin is moved to its present location in the 400 Block of Fort Street from its original location, about 100 yards to the east on 4th Street. | |||||
| 1915/00/00 | The first home in Boise to shelter women and children is restored and preserved by the Pioneer Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. |
| Particulars for John A O'Farrell Cabin, Boise: | |
|---|---|
| Sight Category | Building |
| Building Type | Cabin |
| Criteria Consideration | Commemorative property |
| Area of Significance | Conservation |
| Criteria | Historic Event |
| Building Material | Log Architecture |
| Historic Use | Religious Property |
| Religion, Cultural Affiliation | Roman Catholic Church |
| Historic Use | Single dwelling |
| Building plan | Single pen |
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