Dr. Frank R. Burroughs was Ritzville's pioneer physician.  In his nearly 40 years of practice here, he delivered about 5000 babies.

Begun in 1889, the home was completed in 1890 and then enlarged and remodeled in 1902 when electricity came to Ritzville.

The house survives today with few alterations and with much of the original wallpaper, floor coverings, and furnishings.

Dr. Burroughs, his wife Julia, and daughter Ellen lived in the home during his career.

The house is designed in an unusual hybrid style. The remodel in 1902 enlarged the basic structure and added walk-in closets, an enlarged kitchen and the Italian beam in the parlor. 

The front entry shows off the beautiful wallpaper hung in 1902; the parlor has one of several wood stoves, plus some of the original 13 of the wooden rockers owned by the family.

The dining room and most other rooms have the original light fixtures.

Dr. Burroughs’ study contains his medical instruments and records, plus his camera collection and personal possessions. This room also has the original wallpaper.