The Centennial House is significant for its use as a waystation in Golden Gate Canyon between Golden and the historic mining bonanza that occurred in Central City and Black Hawk in the latter half of the nineteenth century. For over a decade, the Centennial House was a frequently visited stopping point and an integral part of the Golden Gate Canyon journey. Centennial House provided a respite for travelers along the canyon’s Gregory Toll Road who used the popular waystation for a meal, accommodation, or rest for their animals. The Centennial House is one of just a few remaining buildings in Jefferson County that played a significant role in transportation in the early settlement of the area. With hand laid stone, hand-cut stone quoins, and incised mortar, the house is a well-preserved example of local workmanship. Clearly visible and standing near the Gregory Toll Road in Golden Gate Canyon for nearly 150 years, the Centennial House has been a local landmark since its completion in 1876.