Seldom has such a formidable construction undertaking been accomplished with such efficiency. The commissioning of Isaac Taylor as architect was announced and construction commenced. twenty seven acres at the north end of West mountain, a majestic location overlooking the valley. It was two years ago that Powell Clayton and his associates chose the site of the new Crescent Hotel. Powell Clayton will follow an invocation by Reverend McElwee.Īmerica's Newest and Most Luxurious Hotel built at a cost of $294,000 Eureka Springs Times Echo - May 20, 1886 In the Grand Ballroom of the new Crescent, the opening banquet for the 400 celebrants will be followed by a dedication ceremony where the honorable Mr. The very popular Harry Barton and his orchestra will play for tonight's festivities. Blaine, the Republican presidential nominee, will attend with his charming wife Laura. As guest of honor, the Honorable James G. Tonight's gala ball will find in attendance many of the leaders in business and society.
Featuring large airy rooms, comfortably furnished, the Crescent Hotel offers the visiting vacationer opulence unmatched in convenience and service. The Crescent, built by the Eureka Springs Improvement Company and The Frisco Railroad is America's most luxurious resort hotel. Notables from afar are arriving in our fair city and soon many others will follow. With the opening of the grandiose Crescent Hotel, Eureka Springs entered a new and exciting era.
Pick your copy up today at the front desk for $2.00 This book is not only a great resource to learn about the history of the hotel but it is a perfect souvenir to take home. When visiting the Crescent Hotel be sure to pick up a Walking Tour Book. A unique collection of Crescent College as well as a Calliaphone from the Baker era is on display. Here guests can read about the earliest accounts of the hotel from stories taken from the Eureka Springs Times Echo as well as view artifacts collected over the years. On the Hotel's Fourth Floor, one finds the hotel's historic archives. The 1886 Crescent Hotel and Spa has a rich and fascinating history.
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