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Tillinghast Tompkins House, Newport Rhode Island

Tillinghast Tompkins House, Newport Rhode Island

This large frame house was built for Tillinghast Tompkins about 1854-1855. It is a well-preserved example of the formal Italianate house of the mid 19^th century with a central hall plan and richly bracketed eaves and porch. Frederick Tompkins, son of Tillinghast, was prominent in Newport and Rhode Island banking. He was a noted expert in the bond and stock certificate markets. Over-all dimensions: 42 feet by 42 feet; square; three bays; 2-1/2 stories. Floor plan: Facing north, the central hall four-room plan has parlors to the left and right of the entrance and a kitchen at the southeast corner. At present (1969), the northwest and southwest rooms are used for doctor's offices. This plan is repeated on the second floor.

Samuel Tilton House, Newport Rhode Island

Samuel Tilton House, Newport Rhode Island

This house is an outstanding early building of the architects McKim, Mead, and White. An example of their Shingle Style work, it is characterized by open planning and richly textured surfaces on the exterior and interior. Over-all dimensions: 68 1/2 feet by 58 feet; irregular rectangle; 3 1/2 stories. Floor plan: The entrance on the west leads to a large stairhall at the northwest corner of the house. The parlor, dining room and studio are ranged from west to east along the south side. The kitchen at the northeast corner completes the plan of the first floor. The second floor has three principal bedrooms opening off a center hall to the northwest, the southwest and south, each with fireplace and built-in

Daniel T. Swinburne House, Newport Rhode Island

Daniel T. Swinburne House, Newport Rhode Island

This is a two story, frame Gothic Revival house. It is one of the best preserved examples of a type seen in several mid-19th-century sections of Newport and elsewhere. The Newport Directory 1863 lists Daniel T. Swinburne on Greeno Place near Ayrault Street. The 1859 Dripps survey map of the city of Newport shows this land vacant. The 1860 Hammett survey map also shows this property as undeveloped. The 1870 Beck survey map shows the house. The 1876 Hopkins survey lists the house as belonging to the Daniel T. Swinburne heirs. Stylistically the house could date ten to twenty years earlier. But if it were built before 1860, it must have been moved to this site. There is no documentary evidence

Second Congregational Church, Newport Rhode Island

Second Congregational Church, Newport Rhode Island

The building was completed September 15, 1735. It served as barracks for British troops 1776-1779 during their occupation and as a hospital for the French while they were in Newport. The building was called Dr. Stiles Meeting House for the Rev.. Ezra Stiles, D.D. 1727-1795. He was associated with the church from 1755-1786 and in 1787 was elected president of Yale University. The original 18^th century style was nearly totally lost during the 19^th century alterations. Heavy damage during the Revolutionary War required extensive repairs in 1785, In 1847 the Central Baptist Society lengthened the building to 93' and enclosed the tower within the body of the church and added a Greek Revival exterior and interior. In 1874-1875 wings were added,

John G. Richardson-Sophia E. Blatchford House, Newport Rhode Island

John G. Richardson-Sophia E. Blatchford House, Newport Rhode Island

This is one of the larger residential buildings in this area of Newport. It is a particularly handsome example of the Shingle Style. Deeds indicate the house was built originally between 1870 and 1872 for John G. Richardson, although little from this period is visible. A further reference in the Newport Mercury, November 5, 1870, describes, A house for John G. Richardson on Catherine Street, 41 feet by 45 feet, French roof, to cost $11,000. The house was extensively remodeled or even rebuilt during the period of the Shingle Style, ca. 1885, for Sophia E. Blatchford. According to records in the Newport Tax Assessor's Office, the value of improvements rose from $9,000 to $15,000 between 1879 and 1889. The house was

Redwood Library, Newport Rhode Island

Redwood Library, Newport Rhode Island

The Redwood Library is a notable specimen of the architectural taste of the early 18^th century. As an important work of the architect Peter Harrison, it is a key building in the introduction of English Georgian architecture in America. Redwood Library was the outgrowth of the Philosophical Club which had been organized under the title of The Society for the Promotion of Knowledge and Virtue by a Free Conversation. The membership and history of the Library is a record of events and personages important in the history of Newport. Contract for Erection of Library building:
Articles of Agreement Indented made and concluded upon the ninth Day of August in the twenty-second year of his Majesty's Reign. George the second, King

James C. Powel House, Newport Rhode Island

James C. Powel House, Newport Rhode Island

This is a good, representative example of the bracketed, frame houses of the mid 19^th century. In 1934, Charles C. Grant, architect, of Maplewood, New Jersey, made interior alterations, including a breakfast room. The plans are in the house. Apparently there were extensive interior rearrangements, new stairway, new floors, and the addition of Colonial Revival details. Over-all dimensions: About 42 feet by 57 feet; Irregular plan; 2 1/2 stories. Floor plan: The principal rooms on the first floor are grouped around a central hall. This plan is repeated on the second floor.

Mary T. Porter House, Newport Rhode Island

Mary T. Porter House, Newport Rhode Island

This is a large Italianate granite house, an early example of the larger scale of summer houses being erected in Newport from the mid 19^th century, and an example of the work of the architect Seth Bradford The house is reputed to be haunted. See Smith, Susy, Haunted Haunted Houses for the Millions, Los Angeles: Sherbourne Press, Inc., 1967, pp. 43-45. The large room on the east side of the first floor has been sub-divided with a balcony over one portion. This area has been made into an apartment for the owner. About 54 feet by 45 feet; main block plus rear ell; 3 bays; 2 1/2 stories. Floor plan: The central hall plan has a single room to either side

Wanton-Hunter House, Newport Rhode Island

Wanton-Hunter House, Newport Rhode Island

This justly celebrated Colonial Mansion is one of the oldest, if not the oldest house now standing on Washington Street. From the historical researches made thus far it appears to have been built prior to 1730, though owing to the water-soaked condition of the old records the exact date has not been as yet definitely determined. Here gracious hospitality was dispensed for years by its original owner, Deputy Governor Jonathan Nichols, Jr., son of Deputy Governor Jonathan Nichols, both these public-spirited gentlemen taking an active part in the affairs of the Colony. Both died in office. After the death of Deputy Governor Jonathan Nichols, Jr., the house became the property of Colonel Joseph Wanton, Jr., who also filled the office of

Newport Steam Factory, Newport Rhode Island

Newport Steam Factory, Newport Rhode Island

The Newport Steam Factory was a key building in the history of the Newport Illuminating Company. This company was formed from the Edison Illuminating Company financed by General Electric Company. The Newport Steam Factory is an important surviving example of the nineteenth-century industrial development of the Newport waterfront, as well as an interesting large example of early mill construction dating from, 1831. With its green, Jamestown granite walls, it is an imposing and handsome piece of architecture in its setting. Throughout the history of the building, there have been numerous additions to the structure and the site. The purchase of the adjacent Newport Foundry and Machine Company, in 1845, expanded the complex. Damaged by fire in 1860, the plant was refurbished,

United States Post Office and Courthouse, Yakima, Washington

United States Post Office and Courthouse, Yakima, Washington

Historically the monumental Beaux Arts Structure has always served as Yakima Main Post Office and Federal Courthouse. The Federal Bureau of Investigation and the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service also have been housed throughout the years in this historical structure. The carefully detailed Beaux Arts monumentality makes a major contribution to the diversity of Architecture In Yakima, especially as it relates to a balance of styles with the adjacent Historic Register Structure - The Capitol Theatre. In 1926 a one story 58' x 22*-6 annex addition was added to the original 1911 building. In 1938 the 1926 addition was demolished and a major new addition was constructed on the east as described above; shape and dimensions of structure.

Malbone Mansion (J. Prescott Hall-Henry Bedlow House), Newport Rhode Island

Malbone Mansion (J. Prescott Hall-Henry Bedlow House), Newport Rhode Island

The name Malbone is derived from the original structure on the site erected by Godfrey Malbone in 1741. According to contemporary accounts, the structure was one of the largest and most magnificent dwellings in the Colonies. Built of pink sandstone from Mr. Malbone's plantation in Brooklyn, Connecticut, the house burned in 1766 on the seventh of June. Built in 1849, this large castellated residence is the only example of Alexander Jackson Davis' work in Newport. Located on the ruins of Godfrey Malhone's country seat, the site was noted for its elaborate eighteenth-century gardens. Subsequently, a two-story wing was added to the north side of the house. According to Mary E. Powell, the wing was originally used as a library, but after

Larz Anderson House (Society of the Cincinnati), Washington DC

Larz Anderson House (Society of the Cincinnati), Washington DC

Originally a private residence commissioned for lavish entertaining, this limestone, detached structure is one of the largest and costliest homes in the city. The dissimilar facades of the north entrance with its court and the south garden elevation are attributable to the English manner during the first half of the 18^th century. In addition, each major interior space is designed as a stylistic entity. City and telephone directories list the following tenants:
1906-1937 Larz Anderson
1938 Mrs. Isabel Anderson
1939-19A2 Society of the Cincinnati
1943 U.S. Joint Radio Board
1944-1972 Society of the Cincinnati
Anderson House was used during World War I for Belgium Relief work, for Red Cross work for the blind, and as

George Chartplin Mason House, Newport Rhode Island

George Chartplin Mason House, Newport Rhode Island

This Swiss-style chalet was the personal residence of the Newport architect, George Champlin Mason. The elaborate gable ended porch on the third story, with its sawn open work, sites the house and indicates the revival nature of the exterior as well as the interior. George Champlin Mason was born in Newport, descended from some of Rhode Island's more distinguished families. In the mid 1840s he traveled to Europe. He spent two years in Florence, Rome, and Paris studying drawing and architecture. He returned to the United States in 1846. In 1850, he became editor of the Newport Mercury. However, in 1858, due to the increase in building activity, he left the paper and opened his office, later taking his son George

The Elms (Edward J. Berwind House), Newport Rhode Island

The Elms (Edward J. Berwind House), Newport Rhode Island

Gilded Age Mansion Built as the Summer Home for a Coal Magnate

Mr. Berwind, owner of the Berwind-White Coal Mining Company gave many parties during the Newport season. The house-warming was a triumph. Lights of all sizes and shapes were scattered around the grounds. The interior was filled with American Beauty roses, with rose trees and rose vines going from floor to ceiling. Two orchestras played in the ballroom and the Newport Band played in the park. The novelty of this party was the pet monkeys which the Berwinds hired to play amid the palm trees. Other gala occasions were often reported in the local papers. A dinner dance was held at The Elms August 14^th, 1902. One of the honored guests was Miss Alice Roosevelt, daughter of the President. The following article

Linden Gate Mansion (Henry G. Marquand House), Newport Rhode Island

Linden Gate Mansion (Henry G. Marquand House), Newport Rhode Island

Designed in 1872 by Richard Morris Hunt, the house exhibited an unusual combination of materials and textures. This house was the only surviving example of a series of houses designed and erected in Newport by Hunt in this style. Henry G. Marquand was the second president of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. On 23 January 1903, a famous auction of his important collection was held in this house. In 1883, the interiors of the house were remodeled, the dining rooms enlarged and probably also the service wing at this same time. All of this work appears to have been done by Richard Morris Hunt. A brick lodge was added in 1883 at the north east corner of

Fort Simcoe, Commandant Residence, Yakima, Washington

Fort Simcoe, Commandant Residence, Yakima, Washington

The site was first chosen as a fort and then as an agency upon the advice of Col. Wright, who urged the warm climate and favorable conditions of all sorts, including a region of springs known among the Indians as Mool Mool. It is reported that materials for the building were brought around Cape Horn, transported from Portland, Oregon, via the Dalles, to the fort. the extent of this is unknown. The first agent, R. H. Lonsdale was appointed in 1860, and was relieved several months later upon serious charges being brought against him. A. A. Bancroft was appointed in 1861 by President Lincoln, his mishandling of the Indians aroused them and brought remonstrances of his treatment of them from James

Kingscote (George Jones-William H. King House), Newport Rhode Island

Kingscote (George Jones-William H. King House), Newport Rhode Island

This house was begun in 1839 for George Jones of Savannah. It was acquired in 1863 by William King who named it Kingscote, and the house remains in the King family. The original Gothic revival house was designed by Richard Upjohn, and the dining room addition of 1880-1881, one of the finest rooms of the period, was designed by Stanford White. The site of Kingscote has had an interesting history. Prior to the Revolutionary War, it was the site of Malbone's Rope Walk. The Huddy-Records Mill, originally across the street, was located on this site, but not before 1784-1787. In the early nineteenth century The Franklin Observatory was erected. About 1833, the building was converted to a boarding house named the

Kiewel Brewery, Little Falls Minnesota

Kiewel Brewery, Little Falls Minnesota

Beer was Brewed here From 1895 Until 1961, it was Demolished in 1983

Located on a quiet residential street in Little Falls, Minnesota, the Kiewel Brewery now stands a reminder of a once prosperous industry. With the purchase in 1893 of a small brewery located in northeast Little Falls, Jacob Kiewel began an industry which brought prosperity to many over the next 65 years. Although there was a steam brewery plant already operated in the building owned by Rudolph Koch, it wasn't until Jacob Kiewel purchased and took over the operation of the brewery that the brewing of beer began to have any significant effect on the economy of Little Falls and the surrounding area. By 1913, the Kiewel Brewery Company was the fifth largest manufacturing firm in the Little Falls area. The beer

Dumbarton Oaks Mansion, Washington DC

Dumbarton Oaks Mansion, Washington DC

When William Dorsey, a lawyer, real estate speculator, and local politician, purchased 22 acres and built his house atop the heights of Georgetown, he had mostly likely picked the most desirable site in Georgetown. The location (actually outside of the legal boundaries of town) offered a commanding view of Georgetown, its houses, warehouses, piers, and the Potomac River. Conversely, its prominent location along Back Street (now R Street) assured that Dorsey's house would be highly visible, letting everyone know that he was a successful and wealthy resident of Georgetown. Dorsey's estate had originally been part of the much larger, early eighteenth-century land grant known as Rock of Dumbarton (also spelt Dunbarton), which Thomas Beall of George slowly sold off, creating much

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