NRHP: Dr. Samuel D. Mercer House

Dr. Samuel D. Mercer House (Mercer Apartments)

Dr. Samuel D. Mercer House (Mercer Apartments)

NRHP Reference #: 76001130

NRHP Listing Date: 19760617

Location

3920 Cuming, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska

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Summary

Samuel D. Mercer, who built the house in 1883-85, organized the first hospital in Omaha in 1868 and also organized the Omaha Medical College. He served as chief surgeon of the Union Pacific Railroad for many years and was affiliated with the University of Nebraska Medical Department, the United States Pension Examiners, and the Nebraska Medical Association. The Mercer family occupied the dwelling until 1920, when it was converted into apartments. The house is a fine example of the Queen Anne style.

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