Construction of the Sullivan Roadhouse

John Sullivan built his roadhouse from unpeeled white spruce logs that were crudely notched and pegged together, originally chinked with moss, and topped with a pole decked, sod roof covered with galvanized corrugated steel panels. Its windows were double glazed, a rarity at the time, and its window sashes and door trim were made from hand sawn lumber with the exposed sides hand planed for a finished appearance. Although John Sullivan was not considered an accomplished builder, the survival of his roadhouse testifies to his skill.

Delta Junction, Alaska · United States