Arnett-Montgomery House Flashcards
Who is credited with building the Arnett-Montgomery House?
Anthony Arnett
Anthony Arnett was the father of Willamette Arnette and had a colorful style.
In what year was the Arnett-Montgomery House built?
1880
The house was built by Anthony Arnett.
What significant event did Anthony Arnett experience during his journey to California?
Narrowly escaped a shipwreck near Chile
This occurred during his journey to California during the Gold Rush.
What was the original purpose of the Arnett Hotel built by Anthony Arnett?
To sell rooms for $3 a night
The hotel hosted important public figures like P.T. Barnum and Ulysses S. Grant.
Who was Benjamin Franklin Montgomery?
The person who bought the Arnett-Montgomery House in 1896
Montgomery was also a notable figure in Boulder’s history.
What tragic event is associated with Walter Montgomery?
He became ill and passed away at the age of ten
Walter is rumored to haunt the Arnett-Montgomery House.
What is the most common legend about Walter Montgomery’s ghost?
He appears in the hallways at night, calling for help to be tucked back into bed
This legend is part of the house’s haunting stories.
Who had a conversation with Walter Montgomery’s ghost in the 1990s?
Ms. Jane Keebler
She was the new owner of the Arnett-Montgomery House.
What did Walter Montgomery say about his future home?
This location would be his home forever
This statement was made during his conversation with Jane Keebler.
What was Walter Montgomery’s favorite room in the Arnett-Montgomery House?
The kitchen
Walter shared this during his conversation with Jane.
True or False: Walter Montgomery’s ghost is known to move objects around the house.
True
He moved items like lipsticks and flower vases, which Jane believed he did to feel companionship.
Fill in the blank: Anthony Arnett immigrated to rural Illinois at the age of _______.
nine
What year did Benjamin Franklin Montgomery come to Boulder?
1863
What battle did Montgomery fight in during the Civil War?
Battle at Sand Creek
This battle occurred in 1864.
How many children did Benjamin Franklin Montgomery and Louisa Hall have?
Six
What did Jane Keebler first hear when she encountered Walter’s ghost?
Walking down the stairs in a clunky, stomping way
This sound is typical of children.
What did Walter Montgomery reveal about his father during the conversation?
His father was a miner
Walter mentioned he would spend the summer with him.
