Arnold's Private Hospital

Description of Historic Place

Arnold’s Private Hospital is a small two storey dwelling located in the Buena Vista neighbourhood at 203 8th Street West.  Constructed in 1908, the building was originally used as a hospital and has long been associated with Elizabeth Arnold, a Saskatoon nurse in the early 20th century.

Heritage Value

Arnold’s Private Hospital is representative of Saskatoon’s healthcare institutions and early nursing practices.   Elizabeth Arnold, was an integral part of the first practices of nursing in the village of Nutana, and subsequently Saskatoon. Arnold eventually opened a private hospital at 203 8th Street West to aid the typhoid victims of the early 1900s. She worked alongside Dr. Peter Stewart, Saskatoon’s first full time doctor and health officer, and Dr. Harry A. Stewart. In 1911 the hospital was renamed Arnold's Maternity Hospital, and shortly after the death of Arnold’s husband in 1913 the hospital closed its doors.  At that time, Saskatoon had constructed two new hospitals - City Hospital and St. Paul's Hospital. 

In 1928, a concrete basement, stucco and plumbing were added to the building which was now being used as a residence.  After her death in 1946, Arnold’s daughter moved into the house and resided there until 1964.

Source: City of Saskatoon Built Heritage Database

Character Defining Elements

• Key elements which contribute to the heritage value of this historic place include:
• Those elements that reflect its historical importance and arts and crafts influences including its stucco façade, side gabled roof and shed dormer.