Walter E. Bort architectural plans

Collection

Identifier: 2002-03

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This collection contains architectural design drawings by Walter E. Bort, Clinton Iowa architect. Design drawings for Bort's own residence, Schick residence, and others in Davenport and Scott County [ca 1918/1950.]

Dates

Creation: 1918-1972

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This collection is open for research.

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Biographical / Historical

Walter E. Bort (1898-1954) was from Kansas and moved to Detroit, Michigan to apprentice with the architectural firm of Smith, Hinchman and Gryllis. He came to Clinton about 1920 to take a position with the Curtis Company. In 1922, he opened his own architectural office and soon started building his own home and studio (67), which he continued to change and expand over the years. This complex is extremely handsome with its use of native stone and sensitivity to the site and landscaping. Bort was a talented designer who, like most of his peers, used eclectic forms and styles.