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Form_B_legacyO FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. !mein -via v d p over) ent use Residence ent owner Robert Patricia urce visual evidence Exterior wall fabric wood clapboards Outbuildings (describe) barn Other features 2 stories; 3 bays wiz, 1 deep (plus lean -to); central chi =key. Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 125 f eet Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet 6. Recorded by C. ih, bi e Northampton Historical Organization Date :e) In Area no. Form no. 18th century colonial unknown mnt arc MacLa chl an APR 51976 MASS. HIST. COMM. ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural evaluate in terms of other buildings within community)` features The house has a three -bay facade with central entrance, nine over six sash windows and a large, central chimney. The entrance is capped by a simple, pro jecting cornice. The sides have three nine over six sash windows atop each other, and a lean -to, seemingly original, which gives the house its "saltbox" shape. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) According to Soloman Clark (;882) this is the first homestead established in the Rail HiZZ area. During the last decade of the ZBth century three families established themselves along the road to Williamsburg west of the Mill River. These were James Smith (1787- 1790), Calvin Clark (1792), and Luke Day (Z794). The settlement was caZZed Rail Hill, and in later years after the harnessing of the Mill River near its junction with Roberts Meadow Brook and the growth of an industrial village there, became part of Leeds. A title search has shown that James Smith obtained 55 acres of land in the "Long Division" in Z793 for 50 pounds. This land was bounded easterly on "Rail Hill River" (now Mill River) and southerly and westerly on the "town highway" from Northampton to Williamsburg. Mr. Smith had earlier moved his family from Boston to Williamsburg, but soon decided to settle on "Rail Hill He may have established himself here as early as Z787 or Z790 and purchased the land later, but as no house is mentioned in the deed it is assumed that the house dates from after his land purchase in Z793. In any event this is one of the three Zate ZBth century houses built on Audobon Rd., all of which are still star.zing. The property remained in the Smith family unti 1860, but half of the land had already been sold off. This process continued throughout the 29th and 20th centuries. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Z831 Town Map. 1860 County Map. 1873, Z884 and Z895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 441 -P. Z94, 238 -79, Z89 -64, 47 -168, 6 -480. Antiquities, Historical and Graduates of Northampton S. Clark, Z882 pp. Z62 -165. 20M -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary. State HOUSE? Rnstnn 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. vwshn-k-u Y r w 2 2 w Y dm 20M- 5- 73-075074 ti 0 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 1b1HC Photo no. u a0 d 410c (over) n Leeds (Northampton) Bess e Architect Altered Moved ription: 5. Lot size: In Area no. Form no. S 20 Audnbnn Road ;ent use Residence ;ent owner Jos ?tx_&x I'Janccy Di rki lasor c. 1820 )urce visual evidence late colonial unknown Exterior wall fabric clapboards Outbuildings (describe) barns Other features 2' stories; 5 bays wide, 2 deep; ridge roof with 2 interior chimneys; additions no no Date Date One acre or less Over one acre x Approximate frontage 210 feet y V F. it F t Approximate distance of building from street c J bc Re t 50 yards 6. Recorded by C. L1ibi e Organization Northampton HLstori cal Commission Date January :>,s 'I97 _Ci APR MASS. 1-HST. Original owner (if known) Calvin Clark Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development r Political Transportation;' 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large, sprawling farmhouse is located on the Clark homestead near the intersection of the "highway" from Williamsburg to Northampton (Audobon Rd) and the "highway" from Williamsburg to Southampton (Kennedy Rd.). During the last decade of the 18th century three families established themselves on the Williamsburg Northampton road, west of the Mill River. These were: James Smith (c. Z790), Calvin Clark (1792) and Luke Day (1794). The settlement was called Rail Hill, and in later years, after the harnessing 9f the Mill River near its junction with Roberts Meadow Brook, and the growth of an indust- r village there, became part of Leeds. Calvin Clark was 22 years old and just married when he settled here, about six miles from the center of Northampton, and the nearest of the three homestead to the Williamsburg line. Mr. Clark continued on the homestead until his death in 28662 at the age of 93. According to Soloman Clark (2882) the present house is the third one erected on the homestead. The Greek Revival styling would seem to date the house to about Z840. The house is two stories in height with five -bay facade and central entrance. Two interior chimneys cap the ridgeline of the slate roof and all the windows have six over six sashes. The entrance is flanked by sidelights and capped by a full entablature. Corner pilasters and a wide friezeboard help to set off the mass of the house. Several additions have been made to the rear of the house and there is a large multi -level barn with "1882" inscribed on it to the east of the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 2860 County Map. Z873, 2884 and Z895 AtZase. 4nti.quities, Historicals and Graduates of Northampton, S. Clark, 1882 pp. 7,62 -165. FORM F STRUCTURE MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketcn or strueLut-0 relation. to nearest cross streets, buildings, other structures, natural features. Indicate north. fiN r DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M-5-73.-075074 (Rev. 1 -76) QEgveck 'gx °eF A'itz-H (over) e other kiln lighthouse 5. Description Date In Area no. Form no. 5 -34 Northampton ss junction of Beaver Brook and Mi t River (off River St.) Beaver Brook Arch ant use Beaver Brook underpass of structure (check one) Source c. 1867 Setting rural Condition good 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date May 1980 pound powder house street tower tunnel wall windmill Construction material stone Dimensions arch: 15' wide, 20' long Original owner (if known) New Haven and Northampton Railroad riginal use railroad overpass Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8, Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian x. Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themee checked above) This large stone arch was built to carry the tracks of the Williamsburg division of the New Haven and Northampton Railraod over Beaver Brook at its junction with the Mill River. This branch opened in 1867 and tied the industrial villages of Williamsburg, as weZZ as Leeds and Florence to the main railroad line running north and south along the Connecticut River. The arch is similar in material, shape and design to the Arch St. c h in Leeds, which is also for the Williamsburg division of the New Haven and Railroad. 10. Bibliography and /or references such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc. The Meadow City's Quarter Milleniai Book, 1904 p. 83. ;0 County Map. Z873, 1884 and Z895 Atlases. ri FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. iviap. JJL X W in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate nort h. p �nv Ovl`' ✓�sa� r�I DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 20M -5- 73-075074 cr 0 CZ 0 (over) Q 0 N ;ss In Area no. Form no. Lepcis (Nnrthampton) An (la hnn Road ent use Residence ent owner William Kri s Celatka :ription: 18th century vi sual' evidence ource Colnnj a saltbox hitect unknown Exterior wall fabric clapboards Outbuildings (describe) none Other features IA stories; 4 bays w de, 1 deep; central chimney; doorway with crude pediment; addition Altered yes Date Moved nn? Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 155 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet Recorded by C_ Tibi p Organization No rtha tn� ton H' Mori cal Commission Date Januarkt J APR 5 1978 °•;!,=ASS. 1 i 7 ),_7. Original owner (if known) Calvin Clark Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small dwelling has presented some difficulty in tracing, as it first appears at this site on the 1895 Atlas. The owner is Charles Clark, who also owns the homestead farther west on Audobon Rd. The 2884 and 2873 atlases do seem to show two houses at the more western site though, so this house was probably moved from the upper site between 2884 and 2895. Rev. Clark states that the present house in the Clapk home- stead on the upper Audobon Rd. is the third one that's been built since the Clarks estab= fished themselves there in 2792. The small house is possibly the original house that was built at that time, or the second house, if built shortly thereafter. The third house is e large Greek Revival structure currently standing. The Clarks were one of the first families to settle this area, then callei Rail Hill, in the early Z790's. After mills were established at the junction of Roberts Meadow Brook and the Mill River the Rail Hill settlement became part of Sheperd's Hollow, and in 1849 the name was changed to Leeds. The house is one and -a -half stories in height with large central chimney on the ridgeline. The five -bay facade features a central entrance flanked by twelve over twelve sash windows. The sides of the house slope back to create a "saltbox" effect. In the mid Z970's a large gambrel roof addition was made in the rear. 1 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc Z83Z Town Map. 2860 County Map. Z873, Z884 and Z895 Atlases. Antiquities, Historicals and Graduates of Northwapton„ S. Clark, :382 pp. 162 -165. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House. Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. HsrYOt )V'v /L1- /Ve x 77.7`7=t'+ 7 I1' O C 77E7EXy 0 Th o- DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Other features Moved In Area no. Form no. J.eeds (Northampton) 66 Haydenville Road at towr line use Widow Johnson Residence residence owner Kenneth Stephani 3 Vile ion: with 4 columns c® 1840 style; Hampshire County RPgi stry of Deeris Greek Revival no unknown Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage wood 6. Recorded by C Dubie Barn free standing portico Italianate window in nediment other wing Altered removed? Date Date Over one acre 181 feet x Approximate distance of building from street 75 feet Organization Northampton Hi,sto ri ca].. Commission i Janu EC ER (r J MAY 5 1976 FtL;;T. C Original owner (if known) Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if ,any) and dates R.esi_dcnce 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration The Arts settlement` Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political 111G7%3n1 of T i Sy1 aila Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation ofthemes checked above) This Greek Revival residence located on the ;✓orthaylvton- liilliamsburg line is the principal structure on a large` parcel of farmland. The property was in the To,.:iers family t irou„ h most of the later nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. I t appears tllat the residence was built for a Johnson for a sale of the surrounding property in 1343 mentions that the To.Ti Sylvia Johnson is residing in the house. The plan of the structure -a central te_mpie form with a wing to the south--indicates a sirnilari ty to the '_{ayden 1 ouses located about one mile e to the north on i aydenvtlle :'.oadm The sin le wing wa s probably balanced by a second to the north at an ca.rIie.r L1 m2o An Italianate window appearing in the pediment: indicates other alteration took place in the later nineteenth century. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, ssor's r early maps, etc.) :s 15 5, 198 12.33,315 ;1F.3:iip shi re County Registry stry O f y 1186065, 1096.23-30, 9640366, 3570 133, 125, 197, 125. 197. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings Date or geographical features. Indicate north. Style Source Architect Vorthcu«pton 372 North Farms Road is Name Outbuildings riginal residence resent Area 7 -15 Form no. 11 hip:01 Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner PTION: late 19th century visual evidence Exterior wall fabric clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Recorded by F_ L nnPrr��n Setting Organization NHC. Date June, 1980 (Staple additional sheets here) It is possible that this is a remodeled house of earlier vintage, as the property was originally in the hands of the Bridgeman family, the first settlers of the North Farms area. Noah Bridgeman was voted a tract of Zand on "Horse Mountain" by the town in 1759. The intent was to encourage settle- ment of outlying areas, as the threat of Indian attack had disappeared. SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) �A�r, SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played and how the building relates to the development of This house appears to have been -built in the latter part of the 19th century. It is 1 stories high with gable end to the street and a Large wall gable on the southern side. A one -story bay window projects from the wall gable and serves as the end point for the front porch which covers the facade and wraps around half of the southern side. This porch has a hipped roof, turned posts with ornate brackets and rail. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map, 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 618 -P. 26, 152 -310, 76 -496, 58 -60 Antiquities, Historicals and Graduates of Northampton„ S. Clark, 1882 20M -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston other buildings. Indicate north. (1, 7, W•11. s ta tzi (over) a ss ent use ription: iitect Other features large, Organization NHC In Area no. Northampton 549 North Farms Rd.. W. Judd House residence ent owner Leonard. Jekanowski c. 1806 Form no. 7 -27 )urce Reg of Deeds and 2ntiquitie Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) 1) barn with cup0 central chimney Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lone rgan Date April 1980 7. Original owner (if known) William Judd Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) North Farms is a small section of Northampton, located about fdur miles from the center of town. Originally called Horse Mountain, the settlement (until recent suburban development) consisted of about a dozen farms and a small schoolhouse. The first settlement was about 1759, at the end of the French and Indian wars. This cessation of hos tilities enabled out districts to be settled, with North Farms and C Florence the first of the areas that are still within the city limits. William Judd, Jr. settled at North Farms in 1784 He reared a family of eleven children and died in 1807 at the age of 75. The year before he died he sold 15 acres to his son William, who probably erected the house, which is still standing today. This is a simple, one and a half story farmhouse, with large central chimney and five bay facade. The front windows and door are set under the overhanging eaves. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map.. 18739 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 421- P171, 405 -385, 300-488, 91 -107 90347, 87 -469, 67 -100, 38 -1780 34 -406 25 -338. Antiquities, Historicals and Graduates of Northampton, Rev. Solomon Clarke, pp152 -55 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. W•�.�� S 1!, R. Recorded by E. T,nnergan Organization Date NHC June, 1980 Source visual evidence Exterior wall fabric vinyl siding Outbuildings large barn Major alterations (with dates) 0 sided mid 20th C Moved Date Approx. acreage Setting Northampton .c Name Bridgeman House 7iginal residence resent hip:[n Private individual Private organization :PTION 373 North FarrnLs Road Public (Staple additional sheets here) Tiginal owner Bridgeman ,familza early 19th C Area Form no. 7 -60 E ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES This house was probably built in the early 19th century on the Bridgeman homestead and is 12 stories high with gable end to the street, and the main entrance located on the southern face of the house. The windows have six over six sashes and there is a remodeled central chimney on the ridge Zine. Behind the house is a large, gambrel roofed barn. 1794 and 1831 Town Maps 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases Antiquities, Historicals and Graduates of Northampton,, S. Clark, 1882 HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) North Farms is located about a mile and a half north. of the village of on the road to Whately. OriginaZZy known as Horse Mountain, this section is some four miles from the center of Northampton and is located at between 250 and 400 feet of elevation on the southeastern slopes of Horse Mountain, a Zong, north south running mountain located mostly in Hatfield. About 1759, the town voted Noah Bridgeman a tract of Zand in this area. This settlement, and the one at what is now known as Florence, were the earliest out districts, which are still within the Northampton of today. No settlement had occurred prior to this because of Indian troubles, however the end of the French and Indian wars eliminated the problem within the township. Noah Bridgeman and his son, also named Noah, were the first settlers of this area, establishing their homestead here at-the time of their grant. The homestead remained in the Bridgeman family until 1860. 20M -2/80 FORM A AREA AND Si FE SURVEY 1ASSACI1USETTS HISTORICAL COMIyIISSION Boston By Deterioration no involved. Please indicate in red any known historic sites on which individual reports are contemplated on Form B. Indicate street boundaries of area and any route numbers. l\� Lt (l VY Recorder C. Dubt e FORM !.'HCA 1OM -6 -66- 9 A 1 3 �F}02t� n In 00 cx 1. Town No rthamp ton 2. Nance of area or section North Ki_ g Stree T mr1 nark/ Chaut.a .qua 3. General Date or Period 1875 1900 4. Is the area uniform? yes In style. wooden cottages In condition C ood to fair In type of ownership private In use (Explain) reit gious /edu cational community 5. Is area potentially threatened? By Zoning no By Roads. no By Developers no summer residential/ no For Northampton Historical Commission (Name of Organization) NOTE: Recorder should obtain written permission from Commission or sponsor•ng organi- zation before using this form. 0 8. Historical Significance: The term "Chautauqua" designates a summer educational and cultural assembly lasting several days and derives from the first such gathering held at Chautauqua,. New York, in the summer of 1874. The growing interest in cultural enrichment harmonized with and eventually ,supplanted (in Northampton, at least) the religious "camp" meetings organized in the open air earlier in the century. 'Laurel Park" opened in 1872 as the Springfield District Camp Meeting Grounds. Methodist camp meetings were held on this site. In 1888 the first Chautauqua assembly was held at the park and other events such as teacher's conferences were scheduled during the ensuing summers. In 1891 there were 125 buildings, including 40 chapels, at the park. A dining hall seating 500 and a pavillion seating 1000 had been built, and summer cottage vacationers were sharing the park facilities with participants in various conferences held on the grounds. A typical Chautauqua or "Sunday School Assembly" held at the old camp meeting grounds drew participants from all areas of the Connecticut Valley. Elocution sessions, history lessons, and Bible hours were standard fare for the nineteenth century Chautauqua meetings. The cottage community is similar in layout to the more stylish community at Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard. Cottages are typically sided with vertical board siding and employ modest stick style decorative devices- ®vergeboards and primitive "gothic moldings. Half timbering is alluded to in a number of cottages where portions of the wall surfaces are framed with thin boards and a two color paint scheme is used to accentuate the framing. References: Daily Hampshire Gazette, 7/17/1888, 6/29/1891, 7/3/1891, 7/6,7,8/1891, 7/10/1893, 6/12/1935, FOR' B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC May Z980 Date Style PTION: Source Antiquities, etc. Architect Outbuildings Setting Northampton (Staple additional sheets here) Z9 Audobon Rd. .c Name L. Day House :iginal residence :esent residence tip:( IPrivate individual Private organization Public riginal owner Luke Day 1794 Exterior wall fabric Major alterations (with dates) porch added -late 19th century Moved Date Approx. acreage Area ZOB -8 Form no. asphalt siding /0 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The first floor still has two twelve over twelve sash windows and the entrance is flanked by pilasters and capped by a tall entablature. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community)' During the Zast decade of the ZBth century three families established themselves along the road to Williamsburg west of the Mill River. These were: James Smith (1790), Calvin Clark (1792) and Luke Day (Z794). The settlement was called Rail HiZZ, and in later years, after the harnessing of the MiZZ River near the junction of Roberts Meadow Brook, and the growth of an industrial vullage there, became part of Leeds. Thus, this is the third homestead to be established in this area. The homestead con tinued in the Day family with Jonathan Day, who lived there aZZ his life. After his 'each, c. Z880, the house passed to the hands of the Nonotuck Silk Co., which probably used it for tenements. to BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Z83Z Town Map. Z860 County Map. Z873, Z884 and Z895 Atlases. Intiquities, Historical and Graduates of Northampton, S. Clark, Z882, pp.Z62 -165. 20M -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Organization NHC Date May 1980 Recorded by E. Lonergan Date Approx. acreage Setting Northampton ?TION Public -iginal owner 1873 -1884 (Staple additional sheets here) 48 Audobon Rd. .c Name •iginal residence 'esent residence Area Form no. 10B -10 lip:[l Private individual Private organization Source Atlases Style Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) rear porch added- 20th century Moved Date ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) This two- and -a -half story clapboard house features decorative shingles in the front gable, carved bargeboards and pendant, a one-story bay window on the eastern side and an ornate front porch. The porch is one story in height with a shed roof, chamfered posts, cut -out brackets and an elaborate cut -out pattern balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community), BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Z873, Z884 and Z895 Atlases. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 Northampton In Area no. •ess 50 River Road e ;ent use residence ;ent owner Robert and Mary Dunn :ription: litect 2873 -2884 urce Atlases Exterior wall fabric clapboard Form no. ZOB -Z5 Outbuildings (describe), Other features diamond window in gable,( _mi porch with chamfered posts and fancy bracket Altered side addition Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC May 2980 Date mid 20th c. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) River Road first appears on the 1860 County Map as a connector between the village of Leeds (in Northampton) and the village of Haydenville (in Williamsburg). It was shorter than the older road to Haydenville which passed over the Zow hills to the east. River Road followed along the banks of the Mill River. This house is first shown on the Z884 Atlas, and Anthony Davis, a mason, is listed as the owner. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height, gable end to the street, w7 side, gabled projection. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Z860 County Map. Northampton Directory: Z885 -86. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5- 73-075074 V c: p LEEDS -k DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) i Leeds (Northampton) .ess e Nono to ck Silk Co. House ;ent use Re s{ Hence ;ent owner Lawrence McNulty Tipton: c-_ 1880 1873 Atlas of Northampton, )urce 1884 At-1 a G o f No rthamp tnn Exterior wall fabric brick and stone Outbuildings (describe) Other features brick with stone lintel; interior chimneys; ridge roof; dormers; central gable Altered no Date Moved 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by C. Dubie In Area no. Form no. /013 -2 Lf 11 Mulberry Sr et Queen Anne (after a fashion) unknown none no Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 112 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet Organization Northampton Hi stari cal Co :mni s si o n Date Sep to '3Q.,i APK 1T/6 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7• Original owner (if known) .anc, t„ rk q ny Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) C Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance'(include explanation of themes checked above) This well built brick residence with stone trim was constructed around 1880 for the Nonotuck Silk Lompany. The Silk Company owned property in Leeds center 1860 -1900 and ran a boardinghouse on this site by 1873© The company, also located in Florence, produced sewing silk, crochet, knitting, and embroidery silk and other yarns as well as a few finished products like silk hosiery. Samuel Hill, Samuel Hinkley, A. T. Lilly, and other local industrialists ran the company© The Mill River disaster of 1876—the collapse of the 4illiamsburg dam and destruction of residences and factory structures lining the river between Williamsburg and Florence damaged the Nonotuck Silk Co. holdings in Leeds, prompting the design and erection of a new mill building (now Leeds Village Apartments) on Main Street in 1830. The mill superintendent also built a brick residence, on Grove Hill, at this time and it is likely that the more modest brick structure on Mulberry Street was constructed at this time. Although E. C. Gardner is the architect of the mill structure and the Dimock house, his name has not been connected with the Mulberry St residence. The structure was described as a t°two and one -half story and basement brick building, formerly used as a boarding house° (with) water, electricity, inside toilets, sewer," in a description of properties to be auctioned in 1932. At that time the building con- tained apartments and single rooms. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Atlas of Northampton, 1873, 1884, 1895. 1 1A Chronicle of Industry on the till River," Smith College Studies in History, Vol. XXI, Nos. 1 -4, 193536. 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of Duiiaing jUI LavL. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. i Wien 170 NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. d (over) 6. Recorded by Date ss Mulberry Street +nt use Awning Company :nt owner Francis P. Maynard 'iption: airce .ltect unknown Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 2 stories; 3 chimneys; additions him foundation; bays. Altered yes additions Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: O h Less than one acre x Over one acre T Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Organization No rthamp ton Hi s to ri ca In Area no. Northampton (Leeds) Leeds General Store c. 1840 vi sual evidence Greek Revival 30 feet claphnard' C. Dubi e Form no. MAY 5 1976 Original owner (if known) Benjamin North Original use store Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian, Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The narrow and deep gorge the Mill River 41 miles from the center of Northampton was first settled in the first decade of the 19th century. By 1814 there were two woolen mills, a cotton mill, subsequently changed to a woolen mill, a school house, several residences and a boarding house. Two of the mills were owned by Col.James Shepherd and his cousins. In 1831 the Northampton Woolen Co. was formed, and purchased the mills. Soon after they began business, they opened a store. This was a company owned nd run store until 1827. At that time Phillip Ridgeway, son -in -law of Col. Shepherd, purchased the store and operated it himself. After passing through two other owners, Benjamin North succeeded as store owner during the 1830 In 1842 he built the current store and remained as proprieter until 1862. Mr. North came from England in 1820, as a hand weaver, and soon became a valued citizen in the town. The store is located on Mulberry st. in Leeds, opposite the former Nonotuck Silk Co. mill, and adjacent to the company's boarding house. It is 21 stories in height, gable -end to the street with 2 -story additions to the side and rear. The gable is pedimented and most windows are 6x6. For many years the Leeds Post Office was located in this building. 19. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1875 -76 Northampton Directory and Historical Register pp 48 -49 n tx 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4 l eap liraw bKGLUll VL out L LLIls LVL noLVa in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Dm i t CI (over) Source le „hitect 6. Recorded by Date ress ne In Area no. Forni no. 10B -33 Northampton 8 Upland Road :sent use residence ;sent owner Paul Frances Carnes ;cription: e 1873 -74 Atlases Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features front porch with and hrarketG Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Organization NHC Lonergan March 1980 Original owner (if known) Nonotuck Silk Co. Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small, 11 story cottage is located on the hill overlooking the small manufacturing village of Leeds. It is part of the modest subdivision begun by the Nonotuck Silk Co. in the 1870's. The proprietors of. ►the Com- pany owned the land and water privileges in the valley as well as most of the land atop the hill to the northeast. During the 1870's the Company opened up four streets north of Front St., and sold residential lots or 'gad houses built for lease. This property was probably leased as it is k .fisted as being owned by the Nonotuck Silk Co. throughout the 19th Century. One and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street, the house has a one -story porch with posts, brackets and balustrade extending across the facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston :hitect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) residence brackets porch with posts nn 37M-7 -77 Q 1 Q N (over) Organization NHC Date sent use Ia Area no. Form no. 10B -34 Northampton Bess 16 Upland Road sent owner Jon Deborah Dietrich cription: e 1873 -84 L-shaped, one-stor 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan March 1980 1 l Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Upland Rd. was originally-called Center St. and was laid out in the 1870 °s by the Nonotuck Silk Co, The Company had mills in Florence and Leeds and was a growing concern. Four streets were laid out at this time atop the hill overlooking the village and the Company either sold °building lots or had houses built and leased theme This property is shown to be owned by a Mrs. Parker on the 1884 Atlas, while Mary A. Parker, widow of Frank, is listed here in the 1885 Directory. The 11 story, L- shaped house has a one -story porch with posts, smaly (I.Srackets, and balustrade of cut -out pattern. The steeply pitched gables have molded cornices with wide friezeboards and triangularly- headed win- dows with matching, molded hoods are used within the gables and as a wall dormer. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston n n 37M-7 -77 in relation to riearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. C cl utiL r n (over) 1 Tnwn 3 ;ri t ion: In Area no. Form no. 10B -35 Northampton ess 7 Upland Road .ent use residence sent owner kThomas Ellen Rockett 1873 -84 ource Atlases e hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features oculus in front gable side porch with chamfered posts decorative brackets Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 17 J. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) a Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Explbration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) During the 1870 °s, the Nonotuck Silk Co. developed four streets on the hill northeast of the village of, Leeds. The streets were opened north of Front St., a connector between the village and Haydenville Rd. The Company divided the area into residential lots and either had houdes built to be rented by its employees or sold lots which were subsequently developed by the inidivdual owners. This house is located at the southeast corner of Grove Ave. and Upla° t. (formerly known as Center St.). The 1884 Atlas has Mrs. R.G. Robbins as owner, and in the 1885 -6 Directory she is listed here along with her daughter and son. The son, Chandler G., is an employee of the Nonotuck Silk Co. Two and a half stories in height, with gable end to the street and an eastern cross gable, the house also has a rear ell and a side porch com- posed of posts, decorative brackets and a turned balustrade. A wide friezeboard under the eaves, oculus in the front gable and blank window forms are used for detailing. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases '7 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ess Water St. e Nonotuck Silk Co. Tenements ;ent use residence ;ent owner multiple owners :ription: Z860 In Area no. Form no. Z0B -60, 62 and 63 7 Northampton Durce Maps and Atlas iitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date house in rear moved 20th c. Moved from F.'nst side WaterDate St. 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC May Z980 18 C Original owner (if known) Nonotuck Si Zk Co. Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development tenement houses Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Nonotuck Silk Co., which was started by in Florence in 18466, bought the Northampton Woolen Mfg. woolen company, which had failed two years earlier, had b of Leeds, tracing its origins to the Shepherd Factory of Three boarding houses are shown on the west map. With monor alterations these are probably the same C Tent house in the rear was probably moved there from the _,ne water station now stands, and seems to date from the houses. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, early maps, etc.) Z8660 County Map. Z873, Z384 and 1895 Atlases. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation S.L. Hill and S.L, Hinckley Co. 's property in 1859. The een the mainstay of the village the early Z9th century. side of Water St. on the Z860 as are present today. The ten east side of Water St. where same general period as the other assessor's records, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1. Town 4 14 37M -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets anu other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ss Z2 Water St. Northampton Emory Wheel Co. ant use industrial ent owner ription: late Z9th century puree Atlases iitect Northampton Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered additions Organization Date In Area no. Form no. Z0B -6Z NHS' May 1980 brick Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Date Z9th c. 7. c industrial Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Northampton Emory Wheel Co. was organized in Z867 by some of the leading local industrialists. Called the "Florence Business Group these men were involved in most of the Mill River businesses from Bay State to Hayden ville, with their major focus being the silk mills of Florence. The Company began in Florence with $l0,000 in capital, but this was soon quadrupled in an 1870 reorg- anization which saw the business moved to Leeds. Here they rented one of the old woolen mills. After the 1974 Mill River fldod they built the one and -a -half story C brick building, and near the end of the lath century the two-story structure along the 'fiver was built. Emory, a compound found only in Massachusetts, is used in polishing and buffing, two activities intimately connected with the cutlery and brassworks industries. By the 1880's the Company had a branch house in Chicago for ,-marketing its goods in the middle west, and shipped a also to England, Frnae,Germannd ;weden manufactory remained in production until 1913. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. l873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. 1875 -76 Piorthwnvtcn Directory and Historical rya^ ster, tt� Chronicle of H story on the Mil. River", ^e StuJ,ie s in i7istor'', Jo!.. 21 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. lvlap. iii a vY in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate I n e rl via LA north. OF DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Moved ss :nt use ription: LPPtIs Nnrthamptnn) Main Mrilherry Streets Nonotuck Silk Mill Co. in process of conversion apartmPnt ant owner Leeds Village Apts. 1880 Daily Hampshire Gazette )urce $eptember 21 1880 1 zitect E. C. Gardner Exterior wall fabric brik, Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 4 stories; central tower with bell; polychrome brickwork.; stckwork at base of tower some windows Altered bricked in Date no 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre 200 feet Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet 6. Recorded by C. bie Organization Northampton Historical Commission gus `IL) Date j�,u P APR 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. In Area no. Form no. Date )7- Original owner (if known) Original use Fa rfinry J Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) converted to anartmPn1-s, 1974 Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry x Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. fiistorical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Nonotuck Silk Company, incorporated during the 1860's, owned this industrial site and the series of mill structures at Leeds center throughout the nineteenth century. The Silk Company, one of the city's most successful industrial enterprises, had large holdings in Florence as well as in Leeds; local businessmen Samuel Hill, Samuel Hinkley, A. T. Lilly, and others were involved in the running of the company. Sewing silk, crochet, knitting, and embroidery silk, and later, silk hosiery and silk underwear were marketed by the Company on a nationwide basis. The local industry borrowed both techniques and machines and workmen from England; offices of the Nonotuck Silk Company were maintained in New York, Boston, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Cincinnati, Chicago, St. Louis, and San Francisco. For a number of years a foreign office and a branch manufactory in Canada were in operation. A portion of the factory complex was for a time leased to the Northampton Emery Wheel Company. The present factory structure stands on the site of previous buildings leveled by the Great Flood of 1874 which resulted from the collapse of the Williamsburg dam. The body of the building parallels the riverbed; an impressive tower containing entranceways and fronting on Main St rises above the four story structure. Completed in 1880, the five story stricture was designed by architect E. C. Gardner of Springfield who at that same time designed a residence in the Eastlake style for Lucius Dimock, director of the mills. The base of the structure measures 122 x 42, the tower, 20 feet square, rises 100 feet. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Map of Florence Leeds, 1860; Atlas of Northampton, 1873, 1884, 1895. "A Chronicle of Industry on the Mill River," Smith College Studies in History. Vol. XXI, Nos. 1-4, 1935-36. Daily Hampshire Gazette, September 21, 1880. 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. a 37M --7 -77 (over) e •ess 73 Audobon RdZ sent use In Area no. Northampton residence Form no. Z OB -82 Sent owner Donald and Joan Berniche Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 94?Li l��i.S clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date May Z980 owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This two- and -a -half story house with gable end to the street has a small ocuZus in the front gable, a one -story bay window on the eastern side and a Z front porch that extneds across the three bay facade. The porch has a hipped roof, square posts, ornate brackets and a balustrade with turned spindles. The first known owner of the house is Andrew Sydell, who in 1895 was employed as a watchman for the Northampton Emory Wheel Co. in Leeds. He may have lived s 'e as early as 1885, when he was employed by the Nonotuck Silk Co., but no street cress is given in the directory. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z884 and 1895 AtZases. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1995 -96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston WNW Map. Draw sxeto vi in, relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. e o ✓InvoprtbY eyor 1 MT 5172.c 4. J G 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 77 CtaLTe-- (over) Moved Leeds (Northampton) :ss Grove Hill -off Florence and Front Streets Dimock Estate ent use Residence ,ent owner Samuel Goldman :ription: Exterior wall fabric bri ck Outbuildings (describe) several Other features brick with stone and wood trim; tower with mansard; widow' s walk; porch with stick styli supports Altered no Date ct1 One acre or less Over one acre X 5. Lot size: In Area no. 1879 80 Form no. 0 6- Daily Hampshire Gazette ource July 3, 1946 "Eastlake" hitect E. C. Gardner no Date Approximate frontage 400 ft on 150 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e AFK X976 Approximate distance o f bu ildi ng r f rom street Organization Northamp ton Hi stori cal Commission Date Au us ,E1 75-- r CC.. MASS. HIS'f. tOMM, 7. Original owner (if known) Lucius Dimock Original use Home Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This brick residence was designed in 1879 by Springfield architect E. Co Gardner for Lucius Dimock, director of the Corticelli Silk Company. A native of Ashfield, Gardner (1836 -1915) began to practice architecture in Florence orthampton) at the age of 22. Possibly instructed by W. F. Pratt, Gardner settled in Springfield following the Civil Ziar and maintained a practice there until 1911. In 1889 he formed a partnership with son George C. Gardner and George Pyne, Although Gardner designed numerous commercial buildings in Northampton and Florence prior to his removal to Springfield, the Dimock house and one Elm Street residence, also brick and also desig_ in 1879, are the only residential designs yet identified in the city. The, estate was once considerable: in addition to the Victorian residence a greenhouse, barns and stables, and many fine trees raced the hill. Interiors of the thirteen room residence were finished in unpainted rich woods like oak and cherry. The Dimock house was built on the site of the earlier Benjamin North homestead. The North homestead was moved 100 y ards northerly in 1879. At that time E. C. Gardner was conmii ssioned to design the Dimock residence and the silk company factory building on Main Street, now Leeds Village apartments. Like the factory building the Dimock House includes a tower as a prominent element in the design. Decorative stick work frames the entrance at base of the tower, porch in the southerly facade and window hoods at in the second and third stories of the tower. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, September 21, 1880 July 3 1946 3/73 ��Z FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and e other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. fiv On (1 TYD (1 7 (over) Architect Moved 5, Lot size: In Area no Form no. O B- Leeds (Northampton) Grove Hill —off Florence ess ST. Front Street 3 Colonel Shepherd House ent use ent owner Samuel Goldman ription: rP Gi dencP 1812 The Northampton book .urce p 353 Federal /Greek Revival Exterior wall fabric wood no unknown One acre or less Over one acre x Commission Date Au st Date Outbuildings (describe) tool house, b 1 Other features 2 stories; 5 bays wide interior chimneys; enclosed gable ends; porch and portico supported by pillars Altered no Date Approximate frontage 400 ft on Front Street _Approxi n ti distance of building from street 50 feet from Florence Street 6, Recorded by C. Dubi e Organ zatio.n om► rt hamp teen Hi s G'o ri, cal APR 5 197,5 MASS. HIST. co? .,7. Original owner (if known) Original use Colonel ,lames Shenherrl Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry X Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 3/73 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) R eputed to be the second oldest house in Leeds, the Shepherd house was built in 1812 by Colonel James Shepherd, Shepherd was responsible for the early growth of industry in Leeds, erecting the first cotton mill in the village in 1809. James, Thomas, and Charles Shepherd carried on manufacture of cotton and wool from that time through mid century, at which time the silk industry and button industry surpassed spinning and weaving in the valley. The Shepherd House on Grove Hill overlooked the cluster of factory structures and worker' s boardinghouses grouped on the banks of the Mill River. In addition to the Shed -erd concern the Mill River Sutton Company and the Nonotuck Silk Company owned factory property in the heart of Leeds village. These industries came later, however, and the economic effects of their operation were not considerable until later in the nineteenth century. At one period, in fact, lack of population and activity in Leeds resulted in the closing of the Post Office in the village. The Shepherd concern prospered as a result of,„the ingenuity of its owners. Like many early industrialists, the Shepherds relied somewhat on European skill and industrial techniques. The family experimented in importation of several breeds of sheep in an effort to improve the quality of wool available for spinning. The brothers also experimented with power looms soon after the first pat_-,.nt for a power loom for woolen goods was granted in 1816 to two Taunton The structure is typical of many rural residences of the period. Window openings are set flat in the clapboarded facade; The enclosed gable and simple entranceway details are indicative of a modest 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) °tA Chroni cle of Industry on the 'Mill River, 11 Smith Coll Studies in History, Vol. XXI, Nos. 1 -4, no 32 -40. The Northampton Book, Forbes Library. residence from the early nineteenth century to which were later added some refinements of the Greek Revival style. FORM F STRUCTURE MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 5M -5-73- 075074 (Rev. 1 -76) r DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) other ent owner 5. Description In Area no. Form no. 1 °D A Northampton ss connecting Main St., Water St. and OZ' erd Rd. of Leeds (across Mill River) Hotel Bridge :nt use bridge of structure (check one) ;e x pound 1 powder house street tower 4. Map. Draw sKeLcu Li,. 7Li ua LAU a, tunnel relation to nearest cross streets, buildings, kiln wall other structures, natural features. Indicate lighthouse windmill north. Date 2876 -2884 Source plaque and Atlas Construction material iron Dimensions 10' x 50' Setting residential Condition good 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date Feb. 2980 Original owner (if known) bridge original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development �1873, Z884 and 1895 Atlases. L_ rthcrpton Directory: 1875 -76, Z885 -86, 1895 -96. Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small bridge is one of two late Z9th century iron road bridges left in Northampton. It's called Hotel Bridge because it originally Zed to the Leeds Hotel, which seems to have been established at about the same time as thee. bridge. In fact the bridge was probably built specifically for the hotel. At either end of the bridge are identical rectangular plaques capped by a decorative iron piece. The plaques read: Wrought Iron Bridge Co. Canton, O.- Builders- Patented nov 2Zst Z876. 10. Bibliography and/or references such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records. early maps, etc. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. u 12 rCI u f (over) '^�•••a Northcvnpton In Area no. Form no. 1OD-13 .ess 145 Water St. e Hennessey House ;ent use residence Sent owner Margaret Naughton and Walter M. Terry III �ription: c Z840 .ource Maps and The Northampton Book e Saltbox hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC May 1980 z s c Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house appears to be a late example of a Colonial saltbox. It doesn't appear on the Z83Z map, but in 1954 was described as "more than a hundred years old The Z860 map shows the house and lists John Hennessey as the ownea'. In an essay entitled "Early History of Leeds published in The Northampton Book the Hennessey house is described as "one of the homes to which the early Catholic came to attend Mass celebrated by mission priests travelling from distant points Now at a dead end of Water St., the house was originally built on a through road which Zeft Main St. just south of the present Hotel bridge, crossed the MiZZ River, ran along the present end of Water St. and then continued along the Knoll to Chesterfield Rd. The house i one-and-a-half stories in height with gable roof to the sides and a Zong rear slope_ on the roof giving the house its "saltbox" shape. At present no chimney remains. The facade has a central entrance flanked by pilasters and topped by a full entablature with projecting cornice. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1860 County Map, 1873, 1884 and 1895 Altases, The Northampton Book, ed. by Tercentenary History Committee, 1954 p.354. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 4. Map. Draw sketch or ouiiwng ioai.iun in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. uM4 propel (over) 1 Leeds (Northampton) ess Old Shepard Road ent use residence ;ent owner Albert LaRose In Area no. Form no. late 18th or early 19th century Exterior wall fabric 6. Recorded by visual evidence Colonial Saltbox unknown clapboard Outbuildings (describe) barns Other features 2 stories; five bays wide,_ '2deep ridge roof wi, th central chimney; additions. Altered addi ti nns Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 313 fept Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet C. lXibie Organization Northampton Histori cal Co Dame ssion 9+8 .}z16_ .v, APR 5 1976 "‘,1ASS. HIST. COMM, Original owner (if known) Col. James Shepherd Original use residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) C Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is reputed to be the- first house erected in the village of Leeds. Leeds is located about 41 miles west of Northampton center, in a narrow, deep gorge, on the banks of the Mill River. "The water power is excellent, no less than four mill privileges existing within a distance of half a mile." The first mill built here was a saw mill, erected in 1800 by Joseph Burnell. A cotton mill was built on the same site in 1808 by Job Cotton, a woolen mill in 1812 by Col James Shepherd, and a second woolen mill in 1813 by Sidney Brewster. The cotton mill was subsequently con- verted into a woolen mill, and Col James Shepherd, along with his cousins Thomas and.Charles, operated two woolen mills. From these mills the village acquired its early name of Shepherd's Hollow or Shepherd's Fac- tory. It is said that Col. Shepherd selected the appropriate name of Pleasant Valley for his manufacturing village, but it appears never to have been recognized. This large house was built on the banks of the river in 1809. It was erected by Col Shepherd, and occupied by Justus Wright, as a boarding house. Later, the house was occupied by Col Shepherd as a dwelling. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1875 -76 Northampton Directory and Historical Register 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston OL `f. Map. Draw sketch oI culiaing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. A (over) a Northampton 'ess 183 -185 Main St. ;ent use residence ;ent owner Willian Mc Carthy ;ription: ource Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. Z0D -Z6 1895 -Z9Z5 Atlases Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC May 1980 Zapboard 7- c Original owner (if known) Nonotuck SiZk Co. Original use tenement house Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large double house was built early in the 20th century. It was used as a tenement house by the Nonotuck Silk Co. The southernmost of the three factories owned by the Company in Leeds was located just south of this, house, on the bank of the Mill River. The site had originally been used for a strap Wbcgen mill which became consolidated with the Shepherd woolen mills in the 1830's as the Northampton Woolen Mfg. Co. After the failure of the Company in the Zate 1850's A.P. Critchlow bought this part of the Company's property. In 2360 he began the manufacture of buttons from vegetable ivory, the first to do so in this country. Mr. Critchlow maintained his connection with the business until the early 1870's, but returned after the flood of 2874 had destroyed the mills to rebuild. Business resumed in 2875 under the name of the Mill River Buttin Co. The Nonotuck Silk Co. took over the property in the early Z890's. The house is two- and -a -half stories tall with gables to the side and two interior chimneys. A one story porch extends the full length of the six -bay facade, and is composed of a hipped roof. turned posts and balustrade with square balu- sters. There are two central entrances. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 2895 and Z9Z5 Atlases. 2875 -76 Nor thampton Dir ectory and Historical Register, pp. 45 -50. FORM F STRUCTURE MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Icfl O 1 z 1 5M -5-73- 075074 (Rev. 1 -76) 4 Map. Draw stceu;u ui. St1 Ue6Ui C awaoavu au relation to nearest cross streets, buildings, other structures, natural features. Indicate north. r DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) :nt use storage ;nt owner F ichard Greenwood of structure (check one) kiln lighthouse other In Area no. Form no. Northampton ss North side Lvergreen Dimock %eservoir Setting suburban/ rural Condition fair Date ?'arch 19nO pound powder house street tower tunnel wall windmill reservoir 5. Description Date 1873 Source .Atlas and Water Dept. Construction material brick 6. Recorded by T. loner7an Organization NHC diameter Dimensions 15' above ,ground, 20-25' in 7. Original owner (if known) l'onotuck Silk Co. Original use reservoir storage —poet 1 945 8.T Subsequent uses (if any) and dates mes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce' Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry x Social/ Military humanitarian X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This "reservoir" first appears on the 1884 Atlas. The \onotuck Silk Co. is listed as the owner, and pimi n? laid under High St. (now bvergreen ad.), Center St. (now Upland Ed.), Front St., Grove Ave., and Chestnut &ve. connect the reservoir to at least one house on the hill, the two Grove Hill houses, the !ai n St. grill of r'or_otuck Silk Co., the mill of the Northampton Emory 'Theel Co., and then finally to the Mill ''.fiver. Notes in the margin of a mac) of cit;- waterlines in the area date the miming to 1877, and list the source as a springy (probably just T•*et of 2imock Ft.). The reservoir held 27,000 gallons of rater, :'ss cylindrical in shame, built of concrete, and mostly underground. Brick, circular walls rise three feet above the rouxd. 1 conical roof, tonged by a mol, -anal. louvered cumola cans the walls. The roof line is broken for a door and two hairs of —oa ndoT:s on the southern side. small shed has recently been added an the south-western side. 2y 1913 the Cit had a cu d this system from the of l:orth:�^notn ha. c ire. h waterworks s:, m _r Nonotuck Silk Co. In that year they proposed to Guild a standpipe to replace the old reservoir, to better serve the approximately fifty families who were supplied at that time by the old system. The metal standpipe is 2L' in diameter, 4'C' high, has a capacity of 125,000 gallons and is located about 20' south of the old "reservoir In 1945 the city sold the old reservoir and a small parcel. of land. 10. Bibliography and /or references such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records. early maps, etc. 1873, 1884 and 1395 Atlases. Horthamptnn 'dater Cent.— Atlases of waterlines. G.eport of °oard of '..'ater Commissioners, 1913, on. z. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. t (over) n Northampton sent owner Timothy Adrienne Ggorg cription: hitect Outbuildings (describe) In Area no. Form no. 11A -5 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Other features L- shaped with 2 -sto tower capped by truncated Mansard in crook of L semi-enclosed Date 20th C. Altered p Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 C Original use residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation Original owner (if known) Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1885 -86 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house is located on a corner lot in the subdivision planned by Nonotuck Silk Co. atop the hill overlooking the village of Leeds. William Moore, an overseer for the company, is listed here on the 1884 Atlas. The house is two stories high, L- shaped and has a rear ell. ,A truncated tower with Mansard roof occupies the crook of the L and has a small porch attached. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston :sent owner -IL 4. :cription: r e D C 1 story front porch with posts and ornate brackets Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: `C! One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street (over) Northampton ress ie sent use residence Source Atlases le Carpenter Gothic 3hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) 38 Leonard Street 1873 -74 Other features "Gothic" window in g ale 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC In Area no. Form no. 11A -10 Robert Emrick Date March 1980 L r Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation i I Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is another of the modest Victorian houses built in the sub-divi- sion atop the hill overlooking Leeds village. The Nonotuck Silk Co. began selling residential lots in the 1870's. By 1884 approximately 25 houses had been built on the four streets that comprised the subdivision. David Schil- lare, an employee of the Nonotuck Silk Co., is listed here on the 1884 Atlas. The house is 21 stories tall, gable end to the street with a 11 story rear ell. Situated atop a small rise in land at the outside of Leonard Th's curves, it commands a fine vista south and east across the Connecticut R. ar valley to the Mt. Tom and Holyoke ranges. A one -story porch with chamfered posts and ornate, cut -out brackets extends across the front and a small "Gothic" window adorns the gable. The southern side has a one -story bay and a porch with the same posts and brackets as the front porch. early maps, etc. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1885 -86 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston w=° in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 (over) Northampton ress 32 East Center Street sent use residence :sent owner Lyman Linda Merriam ;cription: 31 In Area no. Form no. 1873 -84 Source Atlases le 3hitect 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 11A -18 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 11 story side ell win porch-post sti rk hrarkets an balustrade Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Original owner (if known Original use 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of the early houses built on East Center St. during the 70's or 80's. The street was part of the subdivision developed by Nono- tuck Silk Co. in the 1870's. The company, which had a large factory in the village of Leeds on the banks of the Mill River, 'sold residential lots or built houses to be leased to its employees. The owners of the two other industries in the village, Northampton Emory Wheel Co. and the Mill River Button Co, also bought lots to build houses on. This house is shown on the 1884 Atlas as belonging to George P. Warner, president of the Mill River Button Co. By 1895 ownership had changed to Alfred Addis, an employee of the Nonotuck Silk Co. The house is 21 stories in height, with gable end to the street and a side ell. The ell has a one -story porch in front composed of posts, stick brackets and a balustrade of crossed-sticks. ____A small round- headed, louvered form is in the front gable and the windows have short, raking hoods supported by modillions. The front entrance is capped by a pediment and flanked by side lights. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston utaW in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 V1'141041> E (over) n ress ie In Area no. Form no. 11A -21 Northampton 58 Upland Road sent use residence sent owner Paul Nora. Lentz :cription: e 1873 -84 Source Atlases le �hitect Exterior wail fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features tall chimney stack with corbelling diamond- pattern slate roof Altered endlosed porchDate 20th C. Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date NHC Date E. Lonerqan March 1980 Original owner (if known) C Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ 1 The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This 11 story, L- shaped cottage was built in the subdivision on the hill overlooking the manufacturing village of Leeds. During the 1870 °s the Nonotuck Silk Co. opened up four streets atop this hill. Building lots were sold or houses were built for lease. General J.L. Otis, a prin- cipal in the Northampton Emory Wheel Co., one of Leed's main industries, bought several lots on the north side of Center St. (now known as Upland Rd.). The 1884 Atlas shows this house as one of two to have been built 1 .--by this time Two, tall chimney stacks with corbelling sit on the ridgeline of the gable roof. The roof is made of slate, arranged in a diamond pattern. The front entrance is covered by a small portico composed of posts and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north.: 371 -7 -77 El (over) ress ne sent use !sent owner ;cription: e Source le 3 hitect In Area no. Form no. 11A -22 Northamjton 54 Upland Road John Helems 1873 -84 Atlases Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features front cross gable w ch barge board trim Altered porch enclosed Date 20th C. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 ).....Original owner (if known) Original use 8. Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This 11 story cottage was -built in the subdivision on the hill over- looking the manufacturing village of Leeds. During the 1870's the Nono- tuck Silk Co. opened up four streets atop this hill. Building lots were sold or houses were built for lease. General J.L. Otis, a principal in the Northampton Emory Wheel Co., one of Leeds main industries, bought several of the lots on the north side of Center St. (now known as Upland Rd.). The 1884 Atlas shows this house as one of two to have been built by this time. The cottage's front porch has been enclosed but the bargeboard trim of the facade's cross gable still exhibits the charm of the carpenter's skill. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases FORM B BUILDING in relation to nearest cross streets and other_ buildings. Indicate north. sent owner Thomas Mary Cove clapboard 37M 7 77 MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston EJ V (over) !ess Organization hitect Exterior wall fabric Date In Area no. Form no. 11A -24 Northampton Outbuildings (describe) 11 story barn Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 1 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large, 21/2 story house was built about the turn of the century on Center Street (now known as Upland Rd.) in the hill section of Leeds. The Nonotuck Silk Co. had set up this area as a residential subdivision during the 1870's and had houses built for lease, or sold lots for devel- opment. In 1895 this was an empty lot, owned by General J.L. Otis, a principal in the Northampton Emory Wheel Co., one of Leeds manufactories. By 1905 Samuel L. Bolter, station agent and agent for the Adams Express Co. is listed as living here. The house features an interesting reversal of the Palladium form in a triple window with molded hood in the front gable. A one -story porch wrap around the facade to the gabled projection on the side. The porch is composed of turned posts, cut -out brackets and a balustrade. 3`t 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 Atlas Northampton Directory: 1922, 1905 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) 1V1d4J .1-7.1. no one La VA. in relation to nearest cross streets arid other buildings. Indicate north. ress sent use residence sent owner Hilda Wilson cription: e 1878-84 Source Reg. of Deeds Atlas le .‘;hitect 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. No 17 Chestnut Avenue L. Field House Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 3-story corner tower1/4_,it Mansard roof round-headed dormer windows, 1-story bay window Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: one acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Loriergan 11THC. March 1980 Form no. 11A-28 Original owner (if known) Augusta Lemuel Field Jriginal use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Lemuel and Augusta Field purchased a lot from the Nonotuck Silk Co. in 1878. This was lot 5 on the company's subdivision plan for the area north of Front St. on the hill overlooking Leeds village. L.B. Field was employed by the Nonotuck Silk Co., listed as a foreman in the 1885 -86 Directory and as superintendent of the Wood Department in the 1895 -96 Directory. Originally, the house commanded a fine prospect to the south and east 'gut tall firs and spruces have almost totally enclosed the house. A thre dory tower with Mansard roof and round- headed dormers occupies the crook of this 215 story, L- shaped house. Other details include bay windows and a front porch with turned posts. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.758- P.416, 341 -565 Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 11A -34 Northampton less 35 East Center Street Le sent use residence sent owner William Joanne Dwyer cription: 1873 -84 source Italianate ;hitect Exterior wail fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features L- shaped with porch in crook, small round headed windows in gables, 1 -story bay window. Altered Date Moved Date S. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 Original owner (if known)_ original use 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) East Center St. is part of the 1870's subdivision that Noriotuck Silk Co. developed atop the hill northeast of the village of Leeds. By 1884 six houses had been built on this street, including this one, which was listed as belonging to Frederick Yeatman, a carpenter with the Mill River Button Co., one of Leeds's main businesses. The house is L- shaped, 21 stories in height and has a rear ell. A one -story porch with bracketed cornice, posts and a low balustrade is in the crook of the L. A tall chimney stack caps the ridge of the slate, C goof and small round headed windows are set within the gables. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1885 -6, and 1895 -6 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ,hitect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard 'iQN"r TN (over) 'ess 3 Leonard Street Le sent use residence sent owner Austin Blanche Devlin cription: e 1873 -84 Source Atlases to Outbuildings (describe) Other features posts, 6x6 windows 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 11A -36 Northampton oculus in front gabl` 1 story front porch with large Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Over one acre Lonergan NHC March 1980 7 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house is located on _a spur of Leonard St. that originally continued southerly to Florence Rd. The 1794 map shows the road to Williamsburg looping westerly from its current location. By 1831 the short -cut had been constructed and the southern half of the loop w as abandoned. The northern half became known as Leonard Ste Front Ste, a connector between the village of Leeds and Haydenville Rd.. north of the center, also appears on the 1831 map. By 1873 four houses were located on Front St., the only developmen of this hill area other than the two mill owners° houses at the south- western drop -off, which dated from 1812. During the 1870's, the Nono- tuck Silk Co. began a subdivision north of Front St. This is the only property to be developed south of Front St. in this early phase. Bryan Moran, a farmer, is listed here on the 1884 Atlas. The house is 21 stories in height, gable end to the street, with a 11 story rear ells A one -story porch with heavy, tapering posts and arched friezeboards extends across the front, and wraps around the side. On eht side it is stopped by a small enclosed porch. These porches take advantage of the fine prospect to the south and east, extending to the Mt. Tom and Holyoke ranges. A small oculus decorates the front gable. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1885 -86 residence .s1 FORM B BUILDING I11ASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 3714-7-77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) n Northampton sent owner Edward Elizabeth Duggan In Area no. Form no. 11A -43 Exterior wall fabric. clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features brackets on friezebard under gable, double round- headed window in gable, front porch with posts ornate brackets Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Loner an Organization NHC Date March 1980 C Original owner (if known) George Ho Ray Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration Science The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) George Ho Ray bought an 81 square rod lot from Samuel L. Hill, presi- dent of Nonotuck Silk Co., in 1874, however his name is listed next to this house on the 1873 map of Leeds. The house was probably built in 1872 -73 as title was transferred from Nonotuck Silk Co. to S.L. Hill in latee1872 for 275• While George Ray paid 1300 for the parcel two years later, Mr. Ray is listed as bookkeeper, station and express agent in the 1875 -6 Directory. By 1885 he had become the assistant treasurer of the Nonotuck Silk Co. Within the next decade me moved to Florence and held the post of secreta as well as assistant treasurer, for the company. This 21 story house has a three -bay facade with gable front to the street. A double round headed window adorns the gable, which also has a bracketed cornice. A one -story porch with posts and decorative brackets extends across the facade. Under the porch are two full length windows. Simple, raking hoods are used for the 2x2 windows. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 312- P•475, 299 -273 Northampton Directory: 1875 -76, 1885 -86, 1895 -96 371 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. a fl 1 A Z 9 J a 4 a (over) ;ent use cription: In Area no. F orm no. 1 1A -44 Northampton Tnwn ess 58 Front Street e E. Ross House residence sent owner William Turomsha 1872 -73 source Atlas Directory :hitect 6. Recorded by Organization Date Bracketed Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features L- shaped with side e bracketed, molded cornice with wide friezeboard, front side bays Altered enclosed porch Date 20th C. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Original owner (if known) Edson S. Ross Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Front St. was laid out in the early 19th century as a connector between Haydenville Rd. and the recently settled village of Shepherd es Hollow. The village acquired its names from the three Shepherds 'James, Thomas and Charles, who owned and operated the two woolen mills. In 1831, the North- ampton Woolen Manufacturing Co. acquired the mills and attendant property and ran a successful business until 1857. The firm failed at that time and the business abandoned. Nonotuck Silk Co. began operation on part of the site in 1859. They also acquired land on the upper slopes northeast of illage at the same time. E.S. Ross bought an 81 square rod lot on this street in 1872. By the next year his residence is shown on the County Atlas. Mr. Ross is listed as a merchant of groceries and dry goods in the 1873 -74 Directory,.and is located near the Depot, in what has always been the only commercial build- ing in the village. The Post Office was also located here, and Mr. Ross was appointed Postmaster in 1874. Around the turn -of- the century it appears that Ross moved his business to his home at 58 Front St. This L- shaped, 21 story house has a side ell with enclosed porch and a semi enclosed porch in the crook of the L. Two, tall chimney stacks dominate the ridge line of the gable roof. Brackets on a wide frieze board are used in the gables, as well as a louvered "Gothic" window. The window heads are open pediments supported by modillions. Both the front and eastern side have one -story bays with bracketed cornices. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.298 -P.109 Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 85 -6, 95 -6, 1905 -6 C-f FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date .ess ;ent use Northampton Sent owner Stuart and Rose Pippin l.--)L,C v\ G 0 50 -52 Front St. 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization In Area no. Form no. ZZA 45 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street NHC residence May 2980 4 0 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) 8. Themes (check as many Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development and dates as applicable) x residence Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large double house was probably built as a tenement house for the Nonotuck Silk Co. In Z862 Benjamin NorthsoZd his Main and Mulberry Sts. Store to the Company, and it was at this time that he probably also sold his property up on the hill on Front St. The 2860 map shows two houses owned by the North family and it's possible that this is the one owned by Mrs. 0. North. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with gables to the sides and two interior chimneys on the ridge line. A one -story porch covers the five bay facade. This is composed of shed roof, square posts with cut -out brackets and a balustrade with simple, square balusters. There are also two central entrances. All of the windows have six over six sashes. 1 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z83Z Town Map. 2860 County Atlas. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1922, 1895 -96, 1875 -76. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 298 -P. 109. 'ess Arnh .4t._ zning under RR tracks) sent use Arch St. underpass FORM F STRUCTURE MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4 Map. LPL c,... relation to nearest cross streets, buildings, other structures, natural features. Indicate north. 5M -5-73- 075074 (Rev. 1 76) r DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Kiln lighthouse other 3e of structure (check one) 5. Description Date Source Setting Condition Northampton c. 1867 Construction material In Area no. Form no. ZZB -A Dimensions arch: 15' wide, 20' long rural /suburban good 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date May 1980 pound powder house street tower tunnel wall windmill stone LI I 7. Original owner (if known) )riginal use O. Themes (check as many as applicable) Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 860 County Map. 1873, 2884 and 1895 Atlases. New Haven and Northampton Railroad Railroad overpass Conservation Recreation Education Religion, Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian. x Political Transportation i The Meadow City's ,zuarter MiZZeniaZ Book, 2904, p.83. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large stone arch was built 'to carry the tracks of the Williamsburg division of the New Haven and Northampton Railroad over Arch St. just south of its junction with Florence Road. This branch railroad opened in Z867 and tied the industrial villages of Willinsburg, as well as Leeds and Florence in Northampton to the main railroad Zine running north -south along the, Connecticut River. The arch is similar in material, shape and design to the Beaver Brook Arch located off River Road, which is also for the Williamsburg division of C e New Haven- Northampton Railroad. 10. Bibliography and /or references such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records. early maps, etc. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7-77 in relation to nearest cross streets s«u other buildings. Indicate north. a m (over) 1. Town Date ass 73 Florence St. J. Cordery House ent use residence Sent owner Vitaline Laccass ;ription; source ;hitect Northanrp ton Z870 -73 Exterior wail fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features "Gothic" windows in side.ble and front wall gable, Z -story front porch with lattice base, balustrade and hipped roc Altered Si dpi Date nr.r7 201:h Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC In Area no. Form no. 11C -39 Reg. of Deeds and Atlas May Z980 asphalt shingles small, garage �7. Original owner (if known) Charlotte and John Cordery Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) John and Charlotte Cordery bought an acre of land from John Tunniciiff in Z870. The Zand was situated in the rear of Tunnic?iff's homestead on`FZorence St., and backed up to the railroad between Northampton ans Williamsburg. John Cordery is listed as a farmer in the local directory. The house is one and -a -half stories in height with a steeply- pitched 7able roof and a smaZZ wall gable in the center of the facade. The gables have widely ojecting eaves and "Gothic" two over two sash windcws within. A one-story porch ex- as across the five -bay facade. The porch has a hipped roof, square posts with small cut -out brackets, a balustrade and lattice base. There are two entrances which would make this a double house, but older directories only mention one family here. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County t4ap. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1875 -76, 1922, 1930. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 276 -P. 402. 37m -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets aria other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1. Town Date ess In Area no. Northampton 71 Florence Street Form no. 11C -40 e J. Tunnicliff House sent use residence sent owner Sharon Lashway cription: e 1867 -73 "Source Reg. of Deeds Atlas le Bracketed chitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features large double bracket wrap- arnnnd pnrr'h`wi thst and fancy brackets, oculus, side bay and pnrr•h Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage H Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Organization NHC Lonerclan March 1980 Original owner (if known) John Tunnicliff Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) C 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, John Tunnicliff bought 3 -1/3 acres on the south side of Florence St. in 1867. Mr. Tunnicliff was employed at the Critchlow Ivory Button Co., later known as the Mill River Button Co., in Leeds village. Before 1873 the present house was constructed, and after John's death, it was lived in by William Tunnicliff, a machinist employed first at the Critchlow Co., and later at Northampton Emory Wheel,Co. The house is 21 stories in height, gable end to the street and has 3 gabled projection on the eastern side. A one story, wrap around porch is composed of slender posts and fancy brackets and a two -story porch of the same posts and brackets is on the eastern side. The steeply pitched front gable has an oculus and "Gothic" window surrounds on the second floor windows. The elliptically arched entrance has side lights composed of two lights and recessed panels. The cornice is molded and has large, double brackets on a wide friezeboard. A five -sided bay adorns the ground floor of the two -story side projection. early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 243 -P.400 Northampton Directory: 1868-69, 1885 -86 1895 -96 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch ot` building, location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0 (over) Northampton .ess 2,4 and Z2 Warner Row e Warner, Row sent use residences Sent owner 6 individual owners 3 ription: ource Map and Atlas Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date Iu Area no. Form no. ZZC -42 and 46 -50 2860 -73 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC May 2980 yy 7. Original owner (if known) C Original use residences Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) These six small cottages, plus one at the southern end that was demolished, first appear on the Z873 Atlas. They are listed as belonging, to George P. Warner. By Z895 they had been sold to individual owners. Mr. Warner ran the Critchlow Ivory Button Co. in Leeds. He had taken over this company from A.P. Critchlow in 1870. Mr. Critchlow was the first to manufacture buttons from vegetable ivory in 'this country, establishing his business in 1860. He had purchased an old woolen mill on the main street of Leeds and converted it for his purposes. The manufactory existed for about thirty years. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z860 County Map. Z873, Z884 and Z895 Atlases. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4g 37M -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess :ription: Li.tect Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan In Area no. Form no. 14-3 Northampton 2031 Chesterfield Rd. Clapp House .ent use residence ;ent owner Irving M. Clapp c. 1800 puree visual evidence Federal Exterior wall fabric clapboard barn complex pedimented entry with pilasters, Z2 x Z2 sash windows Altered G z rrrlr7;.t, =y Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street NHC Organization Date May Z980 7. Original owner (if known) Clapp family I\ residence Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large farm has been in the Clapp family since its establishment. It's located at the junction of Marble Brook and Roberts Meadow Brook near the Westhampton line. Chesterfield Road is the old Boston and Albany stage route, and the toll stop for the Berkshire section was located just east of here at the Kennedy Road crossing. The house has been remodeled over the years but features a fine central entrance with pediment and flanking pilasters. The windows all have twelve over twelve sashes, and slightly projecting cornices. A large complex of barns, probably from later in the 19th century is located in the rear of the prop- erty. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 2794 and Z83Z Town Map. 1880 County Map. Z873, Z884 and Z895 Atlases. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION nff;,,o of -ha Canratarv. State House. Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. lnueni Ontck 20M -5- 73-075074 gn' esrifR P/f DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. LEEb (over) Moved 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by In Area no. Form no. Leeds (No rthamp ton sss Kennedy Road nit use Resi Bence ant owner peter DeRo se ription: 18th century visual evidence urce Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric Gambrel roof colonial clapboards Outbuildings (describe) barn across ro Other features two stories; gambrel roo: with massive central chimney; clap boards; carport addition to west shed dormer Altered in rear Date no? One acre or less 20 feet C. Dubi e Date Over one acre x Approximate frontage 3000 feet Approximate distance of building from street Organization Northampton Hi s to ri cal Commission Date J a nu REG E751 E APR 5 1976 L SS Lvc 4 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates unknown 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This gambrel roof colonial residence is located on Kennedy Road in Leeds, a village north of Northampton center, The dwelling is oriented perpendicular to the road and faces south, In the front facade a single row of windows appear beneath the extensive roof surfaces. A massive chimney is located in the roof ridge and slightly off center. In the side facade are two pairs of window openings. The rear of the structure has undergone some alteration. A barn dating from the nineteenth century is located across the road, indicating that the dwelling was once part of a rural farm, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 3/73 FORM C MONUMENTS MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston STATUE MONUMENT BUST FOUNTAIN X MARKER MILESTONE RELIGIOUS SHRINE BOUNDARY MARKER GROUP COMPOSITION Monument has historical connection with the following themes: (See also reverse side) Agriculture Architecture Art /Sculpture Education Literature Music Government Commerce /Industry Science /Invention Town Northampton Street North Main St. NameThe Frank Newhall Look Mem. Par Original Owner Present Owner Date Constructed Date Dedicated Source of Date CONDITION: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved* Altered IMPORTANCE of monument to area: Greg M_ ere None MONUMENT endangered by: City of Northampton City of Northampton 1928 1930 inscription Travel /Communication Military Affairs Designer or Sculptor Indians Development of Town /City X Individual or group responsible for monument Religion /Philosophy if other than owner same LOCATION OF INSCRIPTION: Plaque on wall, house, post; base of monument; other ENTIRE INSCRIPTION on monument: The Frank Newhall Look :;emorial Park 1928 DESCRIPTION Foundation: Pectie.staL Base None Material: Bronze= Marble Setting (surroundings) Size (approximate) 8' high Indicate location of monument on ma] Material stone Granite Wood Other bri rk 12 15' diameter and c'l azpd ti 1 Qs semi circular HOA- GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER AND /OR DESIGN OF MONUMENT GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OF MONUMENT. (Refer to the theme circled on front of form. What happened? Who was important? Comment) Isar gest Look Park is the edaw city-owned park in Northampton. The park, consististing of nearly 200 acres, is agift from Mrs© Fannie Burr Look. She provided the land, funds for its development and a trust fund for its upkeep. This living memorial to Frank Newhall Look was first opened to the public in 19300 Mr® Look was involved with the Florence Mfg. Co. (later Prophylactic Brush Co.) for over thirty years and served as chief execiutive officer around the turn of the 20th century. REFERENCE: (Where was this information obtained? What book, records, etc.) A Visit to Look Park, Northampton, Mass. Cm 1960© FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 `t. 1V1d4J. Li a w Onc LULL, yr uuaaua[as 1Vl'441VLL in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 1[31ztv4 i P c2 51 u DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) a Northampton .e J F Warner House Sent owner r: ty of Northampton 700 North Main Street _esi'ence ource the Ff .eld's '(i*story of Florence Rrar' Pt :�C Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features ornate double br'r! -ets n Fr e eboarc' projecting s:1a oed 1 nt'ls lugs .11s Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 10' 'l obo-r� Over one acre x 2000' 1 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NM'IC Date J nuary 1980 7. Original owner (if known) John F. 1e r C Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) C Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large house was built for John F. Warner in 1868, and replaced the old homestead of his grandfather shich had been built in 1778 and was the first permanent dwelling house erected in Florence. The Warner family had been so large that the Florence area went by the name of the "Warner School District" in the early 19th century. The house is two and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and an ell on the northern side. The house features large double brackets on a wide friezeboard, and two over two sash windows with slightly arched lintels supported by modillionsm The first floor of the facade has two full- length windows and an entrance with sidelights, while there is a one -story bay window with bracketed cornice on the southern side. Today the house serves as the residence for the superintndent of Look Park® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map® 1854 and 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884E anr1.,1895 Atlases. History or iJu ,.��8 ed. oy Charles Ao'Sheffield, 1895, pp® 29 -510 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston z Tit Tn 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. -Te F. Ir-( n1 ®Y FFt i scHbo (over) ent use :ription: Altered no 60 feet 6. Recorded by L. Komaromi Commission Date Marc In Area no. Form no. Florence (Northampton) tvla(J• 1.1.1. an 0fll1".Jfl •-•1. LX%.t1ia avvwviv C. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ess 34 Bridge Road Seth Warner Homestead RPsi den cP •ent owner W. Edwin Warner 1819 Sheffeld, Charles 3urce History of Florence Mass. Late Federal .litect Unknown Exterior wall fabric Wood Outbuildings (describe) Barn 9' Other features Gable roof, doric posts on entranceway, flatness of Date Moved from N. Main St. Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre x Approximate frontage 300 feet Approximate distance of building from street Organization Northampton Historical tIP W 5 MASS. 7. Original owner (if known) Seth Original use_ i Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement x invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical.significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Seth Warner home, built in 1819 is perhaps the most salient edifice in the Florence community, today. It was Joseph Warner who had the first house built in the village in 1778. Thus, the Warners were to become Florence's "first family." Shortly thereafter, Solomon Warner was to establish a tavern under his name that was situated on the stage route to Williamsburg and proved to be a noteworthy inn for. the area. It is important to mention that the family owned much of the land most charmingly called Bear Hill which was the site of the Warner School District. The Warner family is still a rather cohesive and prominent faction in Florence today. They have retained ownership of the Seth Warner homestead; a period that spans one hundred and sixty years. Architecturally speaking, it is reminiscent of the Late Federal Mode with that keen sense of monumentality as well as the accompanying feature known as durability. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Sheffeld, Charles° History of F.1_oronr_e, f" ssp.chusotts, Springfield, Mass. 1894. Hampshire Gazette, September 6, 1886, 1884 Atlas of Northampton, Mass. 3/73 tt(i FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M- 5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 5. Lot size: Northampton ess 2 Nort.i Main Street C. Clark House Sent use �ription: source e hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) One acre or less Approximate frontage residence sent owner T,yn Donna LaCroix 1922 -30 Directories Bunaa low Other features Front sun oor.ch with stone piers Altered Date Moved Date 15' Organization NHC aoboart shi .ngles X Over one acre 50' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergn Date Janu :ry 1('30 C Charles Clark 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house appears to have been built during the 1920's for Charles Clark, the chief engineer at the U.S. Veterans Hospital in Leeds. The house is one and -a -half stories in height with side gambrel roof. The first floor is covered mith clapboards, while the rest of the house is clad with wood shingles. The front of the house is taken up by a one -story hipped roof porch with exposed rafters, gabled entrance, and tapered posts atop stone piers. Atop the porch is a central gabled dormer with four windows. The southern side of the house has am exterior chimney which breaks through the gambrel roof and a small enclosed entry porch. 9 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. :iorthampton Directories: 1922 and 1930. 3"73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston •�r- 'ess 217 North Main Street in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Northampton Sent use residence Sent owner Leroy Hill 3ription: 1884 source Registry of Deeds e hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features oorch and s iee porc. with posts eecor ;tivc' br :c ,x side hay Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 1 00 Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Z.H. W:rner House L- shaped, wr'o== .rcunc 20' Lonergan NHC January 180 Form no. 16B -50 ,7. Original owner (if known) Lut ne r H o; r r:e r Original use ^s i cn e Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1884 William Warner sold his son Luther the south end of his homestead on the north side of North Main St. in Florence with the new house upon the same" for $1800. and son were carpenters and probably built this house themselves. William Warner was probably the grandson of Joseph Warner, "the first man to erect a permanent dwelling house in Florence". His 300 acre property lay on both sides of North Main St. then known as the road to Williamsburg. The house is two and -a -half stories tall, with gable end to the street, and a two -and -a -half story gabled projection on the south- ern sude and a two- and -a- half story gabled ell also on the southern side, stepped back from the gabled projection® A small, round headed louvered form is in the front gable, while the windows have two over two sashes and raking hoods supported by modillionso A one -story porch extends across the three -bay facade and along the southern side to the projection© Another one -story porch covers the front of the ell and extends along its southern side. The front porch has a hipped roof, chamfered posts with brackets and a balustrade while the side porch has a spindle frieze, posts and brackets® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early snaps, etc.) 157', 1 9 C 5 F _:oft -m?t.on 2i for History of ?orence, ed. by Charles A. Sheffield, 1895, pp. 29 -31© 3:73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSE TTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) a 1 Northampton 'ass 209 Nortn M a i n Street ;e nt use sent owner Lucy Warner ;ription: hitect Outbuildings (describe) Other features 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by Organization Date 1871 -7? ource Registry of Deeds Exterior wall fabric clapboard Altered Date Moved Date One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 65 Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NI-IC JanuFiry 1980 Original owner (if known) Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 1877, 1894 1945 t1ases =1 i niel E. Harker. Original use residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1871 Daniel Barker bought lot no. 7 of Charles Warren's subdivision plan for the north side of North Main St. in Florence for $200. The next year he sold the premises to Erastus Munson of Whately for $1400. The house is shown on the 1873 atlas with Mr0 Munson as the owner, but, according to the directories he never lived here. The house is two and -a -half stories tall and L- shaped with a small oculus in each of the gables, and a small, one -story porch in the crook of the L. The porch has a flat roof with projecting cornice and is supported by a single chamfered post. A one -story bay window projects from the facade of the house, and other windows have two over two sashes and molded cornices 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) s. ''?O -p, %1, 98-'5 7 Northampton Direcbory: 1873 74, 1875 76, 1885 860 3 -"73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 'f.. lVl'a[i. Li "4.w LULL yr+ uu1.1.4.11a6 iwu.1.V" in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M- 5- 73-075074 Q i0 0 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Northampton less sent use resicFnce sent owner Debra John Cnereski 2ription: ource it 1a s Directory Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less In Area no. 703 North i4ai Street F. Campbell House 1875 -18 Date Date -lapbo rcc Approximate frontage 80' Form no. 16B -5? X Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street Organization 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Date NHC J nuary 1'80 7. Original owner (if known) r A e'1 `rick E. C m pb e11 Original use a P Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1872 Frederick Campbell bought lot no© 6 of Charles Warren's subdivision plan for the north side of North lain St in Florence for 5300® Frederick was one of the three Campbell brothers from Plainfield, Mass© to buy adjacent lots on North '1ian Stl during the early 1870's. His house doesn't appear on the 1873 atlas, but he is listed here in the 1875 directory, and is described as a painter. The house is two- and -ahalf stories tall with gable end to the street and an ell on the southern side. The windows are rec- tangular with two over two sashes and have raking hood supported by modillionso A continuous, one -story porch extends across the facade, along the southern side to the ell, and then along the front of the ell© Th e porch has a hipped roof with projecting cornice and thin square posts with decorative brackets. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1q7 1q8; 1395 t171sc: stry off Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 1875 -76 3/73 523 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1Y10.F1. Lla VV .'onc VVU vt r✓uaiuiub,.ivuu�avu' 20M -5 -73- 075074 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) n Northampton cess 197 North Main Etre(_t Le Sent use residence sent owner Harold Mary Cushing �ription: 180' 73 ource Reg. of Deeds tlas Exterior wall fabric G. Campbell House Outbuildings (describe) Altered a e d Date m c 7 0th C. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage 80' Approximate distance of building from street Date 20' Organization_ NHC vinyl sip i ng 6. Recorded by E. Loner_gan January 1980 Sy 7. Original owner (if known) Geor^F. L. Carrebc.11 Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1869 George Campbell, from Plainfield,Massa, bought lot nom 5 of Charles Warren's subdivision plan for the north side of Nyrth Main St. in Florence. .George, who was a machinist, was the first of three Campbell brathers from Plainfield to buy adjacent lots on No. Main St. His house first appears on the 1873 atlas© The house is one and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and an ell on the southern side. The house has six over six sash windows and features a continuous one -story porch across the three -hay facade, and around to the southern side and then along the front of the ell. The porch has a hipped roof with projecting cornice, square posts with large decorative brackets and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 18 5, 1884 187' ?t1ases Registry of fleet's: Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 1875 -760 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION States House. Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M- 5- 73-07 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. ess 230 North Main Stre. -t A. Warner House ent use 5. Lot size: (over) Northampton ;ent owner :ription: ource 6. Recorded by Organization Date 1911 ya o tor Spfld Daily Repub. Exterior wall fabric Stu o F h i n: ;1- s Outbuildings (describe), Other features Altered Date Moved Date One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage 35n Approximate distance of building from street Lonergan �i HC J-: nua ry l 80 Original owner (if known) thug ':a rner Original use n Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion' Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1 -1 History of Florence, ed. by Charles A. Sheffield, 1995. sprinafiel_d Dail j Republican Jan. Z, 1912. 3 73 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large stucco and shingle residence was built in Z911 s for Arthur Warner, a descendant of Joseph Warner, "the first man to erect a permanent dwelling house in Florence This house stood on the south side of North Main St., then known as the road to Williams- burg, not too far north of here. Mr. Warner's house is by far the most pretentious and well sited of all the houses along North Main St. in Florence. The house is situated far back from the road, at the edge of the terrace over- looking the Florence meadows and the Mill River. A long circular drive leads to and from the house. The house is two -and -a -half stories in height with gambrel roof and an ell, also gambrel roofed, on the northern side. A stuccoed cross gambrel projects from the facade and has a two -story stuccoed bay with a polygonal roof and exposed rafters on its northern end. A large sunporch occupies the souther side of the house. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 M e O a Q o DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 5. Lot size: Date n Nortnarr•oton B ess ?02. North Ma n Street e B. Gardner House Sent use res sent owner r,; 11 ar- Ma =e Errerson �ription: 18o b' •ource pe.:, i s try e hitect and Directory in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric c 1- obn Outbuildings (describe) Other features St, eo1v o -hr c' ,able w ti: wide f eze and. oculus n gable, 5 x 5 w nc'ows Lull length _.runt porch wi oosts Altered Date Moved Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 110' Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NH^ J•nuarY 1(780 7. Original owner (if known) Original use e c e; o e Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Clgi r•. J J r Northampton Directory: 1868 -69. 3.'73 During the early 186O's Bela Gardner, a farmer, bought seven acres of land on the southern side of north Main St. in Florence. His land extended westerly over the terrace drop -off and into the meadows to the Mill Rivera This was prime agricultural land. The street had long been known as the road to Williamsburg, but hadn't been developed until the 1860's. In 1867 the Williamsburg division of the New Haven and Northampton Railroad opendd. This connected the mill villages of Williamsburg and Northampton to the main north -south line in the center of Northampton. The tracks ran paralle to and just north of Main and North Main Sts© in Florence and a depot was established on North Maple St. This spurred development in Florence, which until that time had been located between Main St. and the Mill River. Mr. Gardner established his homestead on North Main St. in the raid 1860's and over the next two decades sold homestead lots fronting on the street. His house was described in the 1873 directory as being situated at the end of Main St. The house is one and- a -half stories tall, with steeply- pitched gable facing the street and a small steeply- pitched wall gable on the southern side. An oculus is located high up in the front gable: and a one -story hipped roof porch with chamfered posts extends across the three -bay facade. A one -story bay window is on the southern side of the house, benaath the wall gable. A large barn is connected to the house through a rear ell with recessed porch and large shed dormer. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State, House, Boston 20M- 5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) hitect in relation to nearest cross streets, and other buildings. Indicate north. Outbuildings (describe) oorch with posts 6. Recorded by Organization Date Northampton cess 190 North Main St sent use residence sent owner Susan Frederick Pllen cription: 1875 -1876 source Registry of Deeds Exterior wall fabric clapboard Other features 1 story side bay, oculus Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or. less K Over one acre NHC Date Date Approximate frontage 65' 20' E. Lonergan Approximate distance of building from street January 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x George T. Smith residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1875 George Smith, a carpenter, bought a small lot land fronting on North Main St. in Florence for $250. Mr. Smith probably constructed this house himself and used it as his homestead. However his mortgage was foreclosed thn and the property sold to Paul Granger, also a carpenter, in 1883. The house is one- and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and a small oculus located high up in the front gable. A one story bay window projects from the southern side of the house, while the three -bay facade is covered by a one story porch with hipped roof, projecting cornice and chamfered posts. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records. early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 377 -P. 229, 330 -343, 32G -211. 3 3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M- 543-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ;ent use 3ription: In Area no. Form no. 16D -7 Northampton .ess 9 Greeley 7-ve e sent ownerpeter Frances McNulty 1895 -1915 ource "tlases e hitect Exterior wall fabric residence Organization NHC clapboard Outbuildings (describe) garage Other featurespedimented gables with fish scale shingles, wrap- around porch with posts decorative bracke d Altered Q ;y Moved Date 5. Lot size: Approximate frontage One acre or less X Over one acre Date Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lo ne r g a n 20' Date January 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large house was built around the turn -of -the- century on a short, dead -end street off North Main St® in Florence. The house is located at the edge of the Pill River terrace and has a sweeping view of the Florence meadows which extend north and south on both sides of the river. The house is two stories in height with high hipped roof and two nd -a -half story pedimented projections'at the southwest and northeast y ners of the house. A one- story porch with hipped roof, square posts perforated brackets, balustrade and lattice base extends from the front projection across the facade and along the northern side. 10. BibliogTaphy and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. 3 73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston TN 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. in relation to nearest cross streets anct other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 T n w r► Northampton •ess 186 North Main St e E. Mason House sent use residence sent owner Edward Grace Ryan cription: 1888 -1889 source Registry of Deeds Director t :hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features L shaped with 1 story corner bay, 2 entrance porticos and 2 x 2 "Gothic" Altered Moved Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no. 16D -8 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre 65' Approximate distance of building from street Lonergan NHC window in gable 20' Date Date Date January 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Edwin Mason residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural g Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large two and -a -half story house was built in the late 1880's for Edwin ason„ a gardener. The house is L- shaped, with a small, one-story bay window in the crook of the L and a "Gothic" two over two sash window in the front gable. The front entrance has a pedimented portico with Tuscan columns while the side entrance has a pedimented porch with squre posts. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc. 1884 and 1895 Atlases© Registry of Deeds: Bk. 425 -P. 59, 298 -237. Northampton Directory: 1888 -89. 3.' 73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston tM 20M -5- 73-075074 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) n Northampton In Area no. Form no. 16D -12 less 172 -174 North Main St Le M. Pease House sent use rpc;r?enr P sent ownerCatherine Lewis cription: Francis Pccetta 1892 -1895 iource Registry of Deeds Z tlas :hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization NHC clapboard 65' 15' Lonergan Date January 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Martha Pease residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This two -and -a -half story house was built during the early 1890's on lot nog 3 of Bela Gardner's subdivision plan for the western side of !forth :Main St® in Plorence...Miss Marthat Pease had bought this lot for $200 in 1892, and by 1697 the house was built and a number ofinembers of the Pease family were listed as livng here.. The house is two and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and a two -story gabled projection on the southern side® The front gable is clad with fish -scale shingles and has a small double window© A one -story porch extends across the facade and along the southern side to the projection® The porch has a hipped roof, spindle frieze, turned posts with small brackets and a simple balustrade. A smaller porch with hipped roof, turned posts and balustrade sits atop the main porch over the entry. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records. early maps, etc.) 1884 an dL 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 449 -Po 171, 340 -10. Northampton Directory: 1895 -90© 73 J; 1 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston l��a iiraw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5 -73- 075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) in Northampton ress 166 -168 North Main St ►e residence Sent use In Area no. Form no. 16D -13 cent owner Stephen Ferrari et al. ription: 1864 -73 Architect urce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 651 Approximate distance of building from street Organization NHC 20' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Date January 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Bela Gardner Original use double house Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of two virtually identical double houses built next to each other on the west side of North Main St. during the 1860's. The street had existed since the 18th century as the road to Williamsburg, but wasn't developed residentially until the 1860 °s. Bela Gardner, a farmer, bought seven acres of land in 1863 and 1864, established his home on part of the land and had these two double houses built by 1873. Afterwards other lots fronting on the street were sold for residential development. This house is two stbries tall with a slate hipped roof, six over six sash windows and a full length one -story porch across the front of the house. The porch has a hipped roof, chamfered posts with brackets and a balustrade. A smaller but similar porch is on the southern side of the houses 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and'1895 Atlases, Registry of Deeds: Bk. 518 -P. 7, 340 -10, 223 -323, 212 -364. bf FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M- 5- 73-075074 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. O DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) sent use 5. Lot size: In Area no. Form no. 16D -14 Northampton Bess 156 -158 North Main St sent owner Peter ?melia Gazillo 3ription: 1864 -1873 ource Registry of Deeds Ptlas hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 Approximate distance of building from street Organization NHC 20 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Date January 1980 Original owner (if known) Bela Gardner Original use double house Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) North Main St. was originally known as the road to Williams- burg and was established during the 18th century© Howeve,,there was little residential development until the 1860's. Bela Gardner, a market gardener bought seven acres of land iron Polly Bosworth ,nor 1000 in 1863 and 1864® This land fronted on North Main Sto and extended westerly over the terrace drop -off into the meadows along the Mill River© During the next decade Mr® Gardner established his home- stead on this land and had two virtually identiaal double houses built Later, lots fronting on the street were sold for residential devel- opment. This is the southernmost of the two double houses. It's two stories tall with hipped slate roof and a full- length one -story porch in the front. The porch also has a hipped roof, a s well _as -cham- fered posts with decorative brackets and a balustrade® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases® Registry of Deeds: Bk. 418 -Po 139, 307 333, 223 323, 212 -364© Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1373 -74, 1885 -86© FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) n Northampton 'ess 189 North Main Street .e Sent use resieen•.ce Sent owner Rchar Linea wn .tley ;:ription: 1873 -1984 ource r.tlase;. L.N. Campbell House Exterior wall fabric cla obo r c' Outbuildings (describe) Other features` L- shapes w: th -story bay window on '=11, fl t w hoods end small w in g with hood rpo 1 r? Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Organization NHC Date Date x Over one acre Approximate frontage 65 Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lone rgan Date January 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Lc_.vi N. Camp -e11 Original use revs i rl e rr c e Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Ulilitary humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1872 Levi Campball, from Plainfield, Mass., bought lot no. 4 of Charles Warren's subdivision plan for the`riorth side of North Main St. for $400. Levi was one of three eampbell brathers from Plainfield who bought lots adjacent to each other here on No. Main St. His house first appears on the 1884 atlas. The house is two and -a -half stories tall and L- shaped. The front gable has a small two over two sash window with arched hood mould and decorative label stops A two -stogy bay window is sit- uated on the front of the side ell. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 18 t_1, t 3.'73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Date 1 Northampton 'ess 135 North Main Street ;ent use residence Sent owner T17i11 Marjorie Lyons ription: C.W. Merry House 187?-7? ource Req. of Deer's a tie '3 hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features L sha ped, full lc ngth rFt Eloor. c; wLnr7ow s, s is eoorch with posts Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street '0' 6. Recorded by E. Loner.gan Organization NHC January 1S; 80 7. Original owner (if known) C W. Merry Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military X Political Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1872 Charles Merry, a carpenter, acauired lot no. 3 on Charles Warren's subdivision plan for the north side of North Main St© in Florence for $250. Mr. Merry probably constructed this house himself, and is listed as living here in the 1873 directory© The house is two stories in height and L- shaped. TWO full-length windows and a plain entrance occupy the first floor of the facade, while a one story, shed roofed porch covers the front of the side ell. This porch ahs chamfered posts and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1977 199 1995 tl's s egistry of De':cs. 3'r. ,l 90 `dor:..'mcton Diree•_tory: 1990 -91 1873 -74e 3.73 UN FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 QO DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date n Northampton ress 177 North Mn ie T. Smith House sent use residence sent owner Jim Olive °Crosland cription: 1870 -'7 source Reg. of Deeds 'ties hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre 65' Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 7 0' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHO January 1;`80 Original owner (if known) s P. i t'r, Original use r.rs _r'�n�,e Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1870 Thomas Smith, a painter, acquired lot no. 2 of Charles Warren's subdivision-plan for the north side of North Main St in Florence. North Main St. had.long existed as the "road to Williamsburg', but hadn't been developed residentially until the `1860's® Mr. Warren had purchased mush of the land along the northern side of thestreet early in the 1860's and sold lots for homesteads through out the next two decades. In 1867 the Williamsburg division of the New Haven and Northampton Railroad was.completed. This connected the mill villages of Williamsburg and Northampton, including Florence, to the main north -south railroad in the center of Northampton. The railroad ran parallel to,and just north off', Bain and :.forth Main Sts. in F lorence,and a depot was established on North :aple St. Mr. Warren's homestead lots backed up to the railroad right -of -way. The house features and entry hood with flat roof and molded cornice, which is supported by over sized, ornate brackets which curve down to the stoop. The sides of these are latticed. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 19'7'5 s try s P 7 3 73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 7nU_c_7/_n7cme in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 1 Northampton ess 171 North Min Street sent use residence' sent owner John Wendy Mogan ;ription: 1887 93 ource Registry of Degas hitect Exterior wall fabric c l oboa rc' Other features Outbuildings (describe Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street ?C' Organization NHC Date Date X Over one acre 65' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Date January 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication 'Military humanitarian Community developmentc x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house appears to -have been built in the late 1880°s. Bennett Allen, a carpenter who lived next south of this house, acquired this lot (lot no. 1 on Charles Warren's 1869 subdivision plan for the "north side of Main St. -now North Main St.) in °1885 Mr® Allen possibly built this house himself, and it's known to have been on this site by 1893 when the lot "with buildings" was sold to R. Lynn Porter, and employee of the N,,notuck Silk Co. The house is two -and -a -half stories in height and L- shaped® A half porch occupies the crook of the L and is composed of flat roof, projecting cornice, chamfered posts and fancy brackets. A vertical board frieze caps the second floor and wide horizontal boards are used as belt courses framing the frieze and connecting the second floor window sills and the first floor lintels 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories. deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1 _87 1,9P'; 1895 :c d 3y 1 5 1 9 n 9 1 J.. _1a :3 7:3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `f. ivies i. 1 11 a.YY oiwwaa 711M_c_77J 7 VT in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. cti O DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 1 Northan -ess 165 North Main Street B. Allen House Sent use res ence sent owner W.di11i Sher'.can cription: source hitect 1870 77 Exterior wall fabric l oho? r d Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size; One acre or less A Over one acre Approximate frontage Reg. of Deeds and Atlas 0 5' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date ;5' E. Lonergan NI-IC January 1 =8C Original owner (if known) S ..1len Original use s Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1871 Bennett Allen, a carpenter, bought about a half acre of land on the eastern side 'of North i%ain St. in Florence for $100. Mr. Allen probably built this house himself, and it first appears on the 1873 atlas. The house is two and -a -half stories in height and L- shaped. The front gable has a small round headed window within, while the other windows are rectangular, with two over two sashes and simple molded cornices. A turn -of -the- century porch extends from the front projection around the northern isde. At the corner it is capped by a domical roof with finial. The porch ahs a high shingled base and Tuscan columns. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories. deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1 '_-9 i_3.5 -i 3'7:3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. -1/ DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 1\1HC Photo no. (over) ,ess 140 North Main St to N. Ruiter House sent use residence sent owner Helen Edward Driscoll cription: e 1906 -1915 Source le 3hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 5. Lot size: Northampton Reg® of Deeds and Directory clapboard Altered Date Moved Date One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 220 Approximate distance of building from street Organization NHC 10' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Date January 1980 C 7. Original owner (if known) Nelson and Eleanor Ruiter Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built early in the 20th century for Nelson and Eleanor Ruiter. i'Ir. Ruiter was employed by the Norwood Engineer- ing Co. on North Maple St. in Florence. The house is two stories tall and L- shaped, with the short leg facing the street. A one -story porch extends across most of the facade and along the southern side of the house. This is composed of hipped roof, projecting cornice, Tuscan columns and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 758 -P. 440, 704 -218, 610 -330. ?orthampton Directory: 1907, 1915, 1922® :3,'73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSE TTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant Photo no. (over) Date Northampton ^ess 130 North Main St to E. C. Davis House sent use 5. Lot size: sent owner Wi 11j a m MargarPt- 2ription: 1865 -1873 ource Registry of Deeds ttlas Mathers Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered sided Date mid 20th C Moved Date One acre or less Approximate frontage Organization NHC X Over one acre 125' Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan January 1980 cum- c 7., Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Emory C. and Isabel G. Davis Conservation Education Exploration settlement Industry Military x Political residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation checked above) In 1865 Isabel and Emory Davis bought half an acre 0±' land fronting on North Main St. in Florence for $1400 The street was the old "road to Williamsburg" of the 18th century, but wasn't developed residentially until the mid 1860's0 Mr© Davis worked for the Florence Sewing Machine Co., but soon went into business for himself as a surveyoe and civil engineer® He bacame the city engineer, and formed a partnership with his son Eugene, was also a surveyor and civil engineer© They were located i n downtown Northampton and maintained the business until the elder Davis's death about 19100 The house has been sided but still retains most of its dec- orative trim® It's one and -a -half stories in height, and L- shaped with steeply pitched gables® The upper portion of the front gable projects from the house and is supported by large ornamental brackets. The a -rear above the gable's collar tie is covered by a slotted wooden screen. Below this is a double wondow with decorative halcony0 The first floor of the facade has two windows and a recessed entrance, all of which have slightly arched lintel supported by small modillionS0 The southern side of the house has a steeply pitched wall gable, the upper portion of which has a collar tie and wooden screen similar to that in the front gable, while there is a bay window on the first floor. A large, two -story outbuilding is situated behind the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases, Registry of Deeds: Bk0 299 -P0 163, 231 -3980 Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1875 -76, 1885 -86, 1905 and 1915® 3/ 3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings: Indicate north. -1;2 Q ��y Q t� N DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Sent use sent owner Frances Maureen Barron cription: 3 a Northampton window in gable 'ess 124 North Main Street ,e J. House 18 64 -1873 Outbuildings (describe) residence source Registry of Deeds ftlas e hitect Exterior wall fabricclapboard Other features 1 story bay on facade r;uatrefoil above triple Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 90' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Organization NHC Lonergan 20' Date January 1980 C Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) James Perry residence Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural X Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication 1\1ilitary Community development x Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1864 James Perry bought one -half and acre fronting on North Main St. from Bela Gardner for $200." Mr. Perry was a painter and his house first appears on the 1873 atlas© Thehouse is one and -a -half stories tall with steeply piched gable facing the street and a one -and -a -half story ell on the southern side. A small quatrefoil window is situated high up in the front gable above a narrow triple widow. The first floor of the facade has an entrance with plain surround and a three -sided bay window. The ell has another entrance facing No. Main Sta and topped by a shed downer with double window. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 433 -P. 510 231 -275. 3/73 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate' north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 16i_ -!7 Z Nort`: •ess 58 Lilly Street e C. Brown House sent use residence sent owner Bruce Patricia 'hbott cription: 1980-84 source Fg. of D ce's °t1as hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Loner Organization )0' NHC clapboard Date Date Over one acre Date Janu.-:ry 1 "80 100' -7{ r Original owner (if known) Charles J. Brown Original use r e s i c: e n r e Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1880 Charles Brown, a foreman for the Nonotuck Silk Co., purchased a lot for $350 on the proposed street running northerly from Meadow St.",. This:was Lilly St named after Alfred Lilly,, the prominent Florence industrialist and philanthropist® Mr. Brown's house was built by 1884, as it is shown on the atlas of that year© The house is one and -a -half stories in height with an ell on the northern side. A one -story porch with chamfered posts and brackets covers the three -bay facade and the entrance on the side ell has a similar porch® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 187 7, 1321 L3 n5 1> =:k. 7L 1'. 1885 -86. 7( FORM B BUILDING MASSACIIUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. N. 1N v LL.AcT OF C c:c RCAO DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant Cl (over) Florence (Northampton) ess 344 RridgR Road Cal Ceei 1 Dwight Nome ent use Resi dence ent owner Harold K. Fitzgerald 1819 Sheffeld, Charles ourceHistory of Florence, Mass. Late Federal Exterior wall fabric Wood Outbuildings (describe) none Other features Gable roof doric columns at entranceway Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 572 feet 50 feet 6. Recorded by L. Komaromi Organization Commission Date Marc f�1,4Y 5 7 2 -0 C Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Cole Cecil Dwight Original use Residence ')sequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation X 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Cecil Dwight Hone, built in 1819 is important for a variety of reasons. Within a historical 'context, its location is relevant; having been situated on the Boston/Albany Stagecoach route. Perhaps of greater significance is its first owner. Colonel Dwight was a conspicuous resident having represented Northampton.. in the state legislature of 1812. Essentially he held many diversified positons including that of a deputy sheriff, auctioneer and colonel of the militia.. He was gainfully employed as an arbitrator in controversial matters and actively promoted the material interests of the town. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, y L3 early maps, etc.) Sheffeld, Charles. History of Florence L Massachusetts, Springfield, I:"ass. 1894. Charles Stark, local historian of Florence, Mass.. 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING nnAsSACHI;SETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 4. Map. Draw sKetcn Ur' Uuiiuuu .chitect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. tiGIM$A LL 1 a z ST. Cz (over) m Northa pton tress 167 NortZ Maple Street ne H. Di bble House ;sent use re .Didence esent owner scription: to 1879 -8 In Area no. Form no. IA 1 3 7 Source Reg. of Deeds, Ile Exterior wall fabric clapboard 73 11 story 'barn with Outbuildings (describe) oa ne l r Coors Inc :entr :.1 13 light tr_ insor Other features 1 story `Pont pot -2h t?. posts on pancleC p( r'estals =nc ce':-cr t .vc bra :sets, story side by Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Loncrgan NHC January l °80 lriginal owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Horace Dibble rAs;� ^_ncn Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This 2 3tory house w7:3 built For Horace Dibble about 1880. He had acquired lot 15 and half of lot 13 from G.F. Miller's subdivision plan. By 1884 however the property was owned by Elizabeth Marble. Thehouse features a plain, wide frieze in the front gable, a two -story bay window on the southern side and a one -story porch which extends across the three -bay` facade. The porch has a hipped roof, turned posts and fanc brackets© In the rear of the house is a large one -and -a -half story barn with paneled doors and central, thirteen- lighttransom. 1 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1877, 188' 13 5 7 t13se Reg:.stry o ,sec's. B'.;. 8'-?. ?0.3 '47-475 NorthaTpton Dire ,tort': 1988 -89 EircifTtocy Dirc_tvr1; 371 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. I\lap.: 'craw skeicn 01 vuriuing iwat.ivti in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Iti Area no. Form no. 17:. Northampton .ess 125 North Maple Street e C. Bartlett House ;ent use residence Sent owner Frances Tilley Dorothe 1k�re ription: 1867-7'1 ource Reg. of Deeds a=tlas Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Flat roc E, double h ets on wide fr__ezeboarc', 1 story s :de b and entrance portico Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC January 180 7 9 Original owner (if known) iv in 3, r t le t t Original use rPsi: Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) C In 1867 Calvin Bartlett bought lot nos 3 of G.F. Miller's "Village Lots" subdivision on North -Maple St© for $200® This was 3/4 of an acre, and as Mr. Bartlett was a carpenter he probably built this house himself. The house is two stories tall with flat roof and double bracketed, projecting cornice. The brackets are on a flush- boarded frieze and have decorative ventilating grilles spaced between them® The three -bay facade has a central entrance with porticos The portico has a flat roof with double bracketed, projecting cornice and Tuscan columns The entrance with its sidelights is recessed slightly be- hind the flanking pilasters© There's also a one -stoyt bay window with flat roof and double- bracketed projecting cornice on the southern side of the house 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early rnaps, etc.) 1977 13 1 3T:5 L 1 s F. or 1778- 1 873 -74, 1875 -76. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. L_ E=Ei MHC Photo no. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACI USGS Quadrant "POW /N (over) In Area no. Florence (Northampton) 116 North Maple Street J. Van Slyke House ent use Residence ent owner William P. Hurley Circa 1870 ource 1884 Atlas of Northampton Spennd F.mpi rat' Exterior wall fabric Bracketed Outbuildings (describe) None Form no. )7A -210 Other features Mansard roof, cupola, dentils under roof, front veranda Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 125 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 f'ept 6. Recorded by Lori Komaromi Organization Nnrthsnpton Historical Commission Date March 1t /976' z'T I 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Residence ubsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The J. Van Slyke House located on North Maple Street is a superb example of a Second Empire suburban edifice. Dressed in asalrnon color, the house has a dinstinctly`autochthonous or earthy character. The dental work is concise and thoroughly aesthetically pleasing. From an architectural perspective, it is important as it conforms to a symmetrical and rigidly planned medium. The emphasis on the complicated three dimensional modelling, especially that of the mansard roof prepared the way for the subsequent Shingle Style in America. Today General William P. Hurley resides here. He has occupied the dwelling for a number of years. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 Atlas of Northampton and pr 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. t=a sul Li i.a 1-; tza c 4:71 (over) 3 1 Northampton 'ess 1 North Maple Street e hitect Other features ;ent use re idcnce ;ent owner Rich<re ;ription: 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 17 '11 18(37-7 ource P °g. of Deeds .'tlas Exterior wall fabric la pboa r c Outbuildings (describe) Altered tory site Date 197 1 tion Moved Date 5. Lot size! One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street P,. Loner.cran NHC J-nu:!ry 1980 Kathleen TvFntzr Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates res ir'enr 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural g Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of the early houses built on North Main St. In 1867 G.F. Miller filed a subdivision plan for the northern half of the street. This coincided with the opening of the Wil- liamsburg Railroad, which passed through Florence and had a freight house and depot on the southern end of North Maple St. near Main St© The house first appears on"the 1873 atlas, and is the prop- erty of a Mrs® Wealthy Darrow© It is two stories tall with steeply- pitched gable end to the street, and a two story gabled projection on the southern side. The house features a double-bracketed raking cornice and oculusin the front gable and a gabled entry porch with turned posts. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1973, 1884 19'?5 t1 is s Registry of _'s 2. ?-1.6 -P. 1 51 Northampton Directory: 1875 ®7E, 1892 ®930 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston C7 2 L 1 ID U3 6 cfj 4. Map. uraw ancwu v� in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Northampton °ess 126 North Maole Street Le sent use residence sent owner John Doris Szawlows'ki cription: e 1867 -7' Source Req. of Deers tlas le ;hitect. Exterior wall fabric vinyl Outbuildings (describe) Other features 1 story Front porch with turned posts .nc deco; hive D• C; e_ts r ng Altered ce addition &Date r -71 m_. 0th s -c Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonera'n NHC Jan. 1'80 C r)riginal owner (if known) Original use residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This one and -a -half story cottage first appears on the 1873 atlas as property of Frederick Moore, a farmer® It was built after 1867 when G.F. :Miller filed his subdivision plan for the northern half of North Maple St C 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 137 1884 18'75 t1 s The cottage features steeply pitched able roof, a long ell on the southern side (now with enclosed porch) and a one -story porch on the facade. The front porch has a flat roof with projecting cornice, and turned posts with elaborate brackets© FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37m -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) n ress 13 North Maple Street ie sent use residence sent owner Be trice Bergeron et al. cription: e 1857 -187 Source of rerr's !tlas le thitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. Northar-oton Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lcnergan NHL' January 1x80 c 7 EC 1. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house first appears on the 1873 atlas as property of a R. Martin. It was built sometime 1867 when G.F. Miller filed his subdivision plan for the northern half of North Maple St. Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement. invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation The house is two ®and ®a ®half stories in height with gable end to the street and a "Gothic two over two sash window in the front gable. There is a one—story bay window �n the southern side of the house and the first floor of the facade is covered by a porch with flat roof, posts with decorative brackets and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1850 =gun- Mno 1_99 ,Y 19c'7 t 1 c;'ort:._.. 1 ^99 -8 Registry of ^c_:s. 6 -P.151 37m-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston a d D (over) Tess ie cription: source 5. Lot size: Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date g L In Area no. Nor t 7: oton sent use r. sent owner 1 2 7 A Lanrrn'.n Altered Date Moved Date NE-IC Feb:u y 1'_ 8C Forni no. 17 '51k1p E- Ro R ;hitect in relation to nearest cross" streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior 4vall fabric v r.vl s c nq Outbuildings (describe Other features One acre or less Over one acre ns i� Approximate distance of building from street riina1 owner (if known) Original use r e s i,9 n- c Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) A subdivision plan for Lake St was filed by Charles Warren, a Florence butcher and real estate developer in 1868. This was the year after the railroad through Florence, connecting Williamsburg and Northampton had opened. The railroad ran parallel to and just-north of Main and North Main Sts. in Florence and spurred industrial and residential development here. Until this time the village of Florence had developed between Main St. and the Mill River. Development was slow on Lake St0 with six houses constructed' by 1884 and only a few more before the turn of the century. This house first appears on the 1884 atlas and was owned by Richard Hulme and engineer at the B.M.Couch foundry on North :Maple St. in Florence. The house has been sided, but still shows the decorative porch work of the 19th century carpenter. C Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development g Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) :7 1 t o r y y 1 8.8 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 0 t Lz t;f) Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NEC June 1980 Outbuildings Setting is Name riginal resent Northampton hip: Private individual Private organization PTION: Public riginal owner Date c. 1800: c. 1850 Source Reg, of Deeds and present owner Style Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 17B -10 408 Bridge 6ZD residence residence enlarged- c. 1850 over one acre C ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 2 stories in height with pedimented end to the street. The tymapnum is covered with flush boarding and features a stylized Palladian window with central four over four rectangular sash window flanked by blanck- forms. The three -bay facade has a central entrance flanked by pilsters and crowned by an entablature, and windows with six over six sashes and plain surrounds. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners_ played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This farmhouse has been traced back to, Moses Hunt, who sold the property in 1837. The house is shown on the 1831 map and according to the present owner probably is earlier in date. In 1852 William and Caroline Moore purchased this farmstead, consisting of eleven acres, for. $1000. However, within the deed it stated that they are already occupying the premises, probably as tenant farmers. The Moore family maintained this property for the rest of the 19th century. The property is described as being within the Inner Commons near Millstone Mountain, and fronting on the highway from the Connecticut River bridge to Florence, North Farms and Williamsburg. This road dates from the 18th century and appears on the first map of Northampton, dated 1794. According to the present owner the house originally was only 12 sotries inheight with ridge roof. A twelve over twelve sash window is located in the rear of the house. These facts would seem to date the house to the late 18th or early 19th century. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1794 and 1831 Town Maps. 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory 1860 -61, 1885 -86. 20M -2/80 L 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviap.'.. LL"2LW W%.ewl:L1 0l out Lulus 1.-1L0 .1.1l111 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 17C-16 Northampton ess 110 North Maple Street D. Huxley ruse ent use resircnce ription: 198 0 )urce Direr -tory Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) 17oboE.r: ent owner Lawrence Esther Ha fey Other features 1 torn "'front oorch t oosts, rIccor21t_ve brar'l -eto closely 3o:17C'C1 so' miles, orat J s Lnc 1es 2 t yr rye h' Altered Date Moved 5. Lot size: Approximate frontage Date One acre or less Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonerqan NHC Janu_ ry 1r 90 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Original owner (if known )Annie g-, Dwight Huxley Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1882 Annie and Dwight Huxley bought half and acre 0 land fronting on North Maple St. for $350. The house wasn't immediately built and doesn't appear on the 1884 atlas. However by 1890 the Huxleys are listed here in the directory. Mr. Huxley is described as a machinist for the Nonotuck Silk Co. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and a two -story bay window on the southern side of the house. The front gable is clad with decorative shingles and had a small double window. A one -story porch with hipped roof, posts, ornate brackets and turned balustrade extends across the three bay facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1?84 19:7.5 .cg_sr. 1, of Torth otcn -tor° -123 Nortlar:pton 106 North Maple Street Dorothy Krenwinkle of Eer =cgs x t1. s 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `f. map. craw sketcn of uuiiuing ioeaiiuu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings.; Indicate north. tirunitect IN1 (over) Exterior wall fabric 1a Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date n In Area no. Lone raan NHC Jnuary 1:80 7 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation CI Sylvester White residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1882 Sylvester White bought a small lot ofland on North Maple St® for $275. This house first appears on the 1884 atlas and Mr. White is described as -a box maker in the local dieectory. The house is two stories tall and L- shaped with two one story porches© The porches have hipped roofs posts with small brackets and a balustrade® 'There's also a bay window on the southern side of the front leg and a-oculus is located in the front gable. 0. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 368 -P. 422. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86 1395 -96© 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 P�o.rt`;?Tpton .ess 100 North Street ;ent use ;ent owner r r Bo! 7. n :ription: Durce =:rc of 7,2cr's tl =s Exterior wall fabric In Area no. 1957 Bracketed Outbuildings (describe) Other features C. Graves House Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Long rain Organization NHC "s Date J nu i y 8 0 Form no. 170 -18 One acre or less Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 93 7 Original owner (if known) Charles L Graves Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) North Maple St. was developed residentially during the mid 1860's. The coming of the railroad in 1867 opened up an entire new area between Main St. and. Bridge Rd. 'in Florence. This house first appears on the 1873 atlas as property of Charles Graves, a farmer© The house features a bracketed cornice, short raking hood moulds on modillions, a bay window on the southern side and a one® story porch on the facade. The porch has a hipped roof with gabled entrance, spindle frieze, turned posts with decorative fan brackets and turned balustrade. LO. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 19' o!"1 J L FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 entuse ;ription: Durce t 1 litect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric ess 96 North naolc St ent owner Barry Go1 'stein S: 5us.:ra S t u p s Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. \fort r ?:Cot Hous 1 Form no. Lone_q'n Janu,r_y 1=. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) C Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development In 1883 Erastus Root bought 1/4 of an acre on North Maple St® for $300. The house doesn't appear on the 1884 atlas, but was probably built soon thereafter© The 1888 directory lists Mr. Root at this address and describes him as a carriage maker, with a shop on North Maple St© near the railroad® The house is two and -a -half stories tall with wall gable to the street. A one -story porch with hipped roof, turned posts and ornate brackets extends across the three -bay f$cade, while the southern side of the house has a one -story bay window and two- strry porch near the rear of the house with turned posts and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc, 17._-713t*,:s P. ocit Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian x Political Transportation FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -.7 -77 `Y. LYlci[.l. Li n Yr 0 nc 11 vi vua .u.a.b in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 17C Nort'h9Toton ess 7 Nort :Iple Street .ent use :cs :ent owner nrrcw Lois Siege :ription: Durce 198,1H tiPse. Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features L -s Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lone.rq n NHC Janu_ry 1''80 g5�' Original owner (if known) 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house first appears on the 1895 atlas as the residence of Charles R. Hbod, a foreman at the Norwood Engineering Co., which was also located on North Maple St® The house is two stories tall, and L- shaped, with the main entrance in the crook of the Lo The entrance is covered by a one- story porch wi h flat roof, projedting cornice, turned posts and brackets, and a modern balustrade, while a small wall gable projects above® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 182; 1875 s. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston map. 1Jr[1W .7 MC ti in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Q 7:"J it? p z7 5f 1\ N (over) n ress ie sent use In Area no. Form no. 17C -74 Northampton 101 North Maple Street re Vence sent owner Catherine cription: e 1857 -7' Michael source Reg. of t'errls 7 nil t l [e :hitect Exterior wall fabric wood shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by F Lonnrgn Organization NHC Date January 1n80 1p 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) C Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Sylvester J. Bosworth residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1867 the railroad came fo Florence. A depot and freight house were built on North Maple St0 Main St© and industry grew up nearby. Most of the land between Main St. and Bridge Rd© was a wooded plateau, and suitable for residential development. By 11373 over a dozen houses had been built along the street. This house ap— pears on the 1873 atlas and was owned by S.J. Bosworth, a Florence merehant who lived on North Main St. Thus, this house must have been leased out originally. About 1890 Fred Readio, a carpenter, bought the property and used it as his residence. The house features and elaborate entrance with pilasters, sidelights and transom, an well as a one —story porch which extends across the three —bay facade and mast of the way along the southern side. The porch has a hipped roof, turned posts with ornate brackets, balustrade and lattice base. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1850 ..i g 1R`-34 :y 18 S Nort .?"'Ct:on FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4.. map. craw SKeLCII 01 UULLULiis in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M-7-77 a (over) Northampton ess 39 Garfield St. ent use residence ,ent owner :ription: 1915 Jurce Atlas and Directory Exterior wall fabric c lapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 30' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 17C -76 James Frenier Date Date x Over one acre Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Garfield Avenue first shows up on the 1915 atlas. This small "one and -a -half story cottage was probably constructed soon afterwards. A slate, hip roof caps the square block and is broken by wall dormers on etch side. An impressive one -story porch extends across the facade and wraps around the southern side. The porch has posts with molded capitals and a balustrade of closely- spaced sqare balusters. The central entrance on the facade is flanked C one window on either side. All three -hav large full entablatures for ads and paneled surrounds. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Morthampton Directory: 1905, 1915 and 1922. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Y. 37M-7-77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ent use ription: c. 1900 rurce iitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 170 -1C0 Nort`i= coton BSS Etil _on residence ;'!7nue ent owner 7. L_ `_nc De .nom• Atlas and Visual Evidence n�l l= boa Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre. Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Long J n 1 t r u r v l" Be Ss 7. Original owner (if known) C Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development 1t Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large double residence was probablybuilt early in the 20th century. Stilson Ave. first appears on the 1895 atlas, and there are only two single-family houses present. The house is two -and -a -half stories tall with gables to the side and a shed dormer with triple window in the center of the facade. Thefirst floor of the house is covered with clapboards, while the rest has wood shingles. An expansive, one -story porch covers the four -bay facade. The porch has a hipped roof, tapered posts and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 Atlas. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING AiASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `t 1V1cLEi. LL CL V .o in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton n °ess 75 Hiah Strut Le sent use resic'ence sent owner Lothrcp 'nna S gain cription: 19 1 source t 1.- s Le ,hitect In Area no. Form no. 17C -106 Exterior wall fabric la chow r r' Outbuildings (describe) Other features 1 story :ront cer: turne'1 oost, r'ecor: br ets balusters Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lc; n_cra n NHC February 1 °80 tab. Original owner (if known Original use I Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) This turn -of- the century residence has been immaculately maintained and is a good example of construction in the vernacular mode. The house features a one story, hipped roof porch with turned posts, elaborate brackets, balustrade and lattice base. 1 3 x i j t1�s's `�q 37M --7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston TNI `t. 1V1ai." ui.a oni.owa in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. cj (over) Date In Area no. Northarpton .ess 81 High Stre =t e sent use sent owner Robert Deborah La ndbe.: cription: 188-1 05 source :.tl ses e hitect Exterior ‘va11 fabric residence Outbuildings (describe) Other features 1 tory stir2- arounc :1apboarr th r7e .orDt _v b ets, `1 ;ale roof. It l s'. bay Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street G. Recorded by E. Lonerq-n Organization NHC Form no. 17C 107 February 180 D 0 c_ r c 7riginal owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house first appeared on the. -1895 atlas and was owned by Fred Crossman, co -owner of Crossman and Polamtier, plumbers and stove and hardware dealers in Florence® The house is a one and- a -h.lf story cottage with gable end `o the street and a one- and -ahalf story•gsbled projection on the west side© Both of the gables are hipped and there is a one -story bay .iow projecting from the side. A one -story porch extends across the facade and along the western side to the projection. The porch has a projection cornice, chamfered posts and decorative brackets. The front entrance is placed at the western corner of the facade, underneath the curve of the porch. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 17-334 18'' t 1' 1� 0 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston N 17 c ri 14}4 6.7-Spt -r (over) Other features Organization Date In Area no. Outbuildings (describe) 6. Recorded by E. Lonercran NHC Fibru�ry 1':280 Form no. 17C -1 4. map. Draw; °sxetcn 01 ou cuing loeaLcuu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. sent owner Garc'cn Ela _ne Young 2ription: 1860 -7' Exterior wall fabric s ph a l t s n71:: s 9( Altered s Date raid Oth 0, Moved Date 5. Lot size: V One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage g iirj 8 Approximate distance of building from street Original owner (if known) Original use r s idenc Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural xc Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large double house is one of the early houses to be built on High St in Florence. The street was laid out about the same time as the railroad line connecting Williamsburg and Northampton. The Williamsburg division was opoened in 1867 and had a depot in Florence on North :Maple St. This opening spurred industrial and residential development north of Main St in the village. The 1873 atlas showed the house and listed the owner as Ira Todd, a mechanic at the Florence Sewing Machine Co. The house is two and -a -half stories in height with gables to the sides and one -story rills on eitherside. The facade has a central entrance.with double doorway and entry porch with turned posts, brackets and side balustrade© This is flanked by a one -story bay win- dow on either side and has two round headed windows with hood- moulds above it on the second floor. Double brackets are under the raking cornice on the front and sides© There are also porches on either side of the house, beginning at the corners of the facade, and extending back to, and then along the ells. These porches are composed of the same elements as the front entry porch. 1.0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) CcuniLy 1ST tiorthPmpton Directory: 1868 -69, 1875 76. '4 1 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Li an 7■cwaa v.w........ ..b hitect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric c'1 =pbo rd Outbuildings (describe) (over) 1 Northampton e Other features Organization NHC In Area no. Form no. 170 -134 •ess 91 High Street ;ent use rEs idence sent owner David Gret,hen Surd; �ription: 1860 -7 ource Mao t as e Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Date February 17 80 Original owner (if known) Original use resodence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, This house was built soon after High St® was opened in the late 1860's. The 1873 atlas shows the house and lists the owner as Dexter Goodell, a pattern maker at the Florence Machine Co. During the 1890's the house was owned and occupied by the Rev. Frederic Hinckley, pastor of the Free Congregational Society in Florence. The house is one -and -a -half stories in height, has plain barge boards and double brackets on a frieze under the raking cor- nice® The windows have six over six sashes and sills supported by modillionse A one -story porch with flat roof, double bracketed cornice and chamfered posts covers the facade. early maps, etc.) 1350 Count_ `-i'o 187`, 138. 1 18'5 Nort Dm ton Directory: 1289-9 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) .ess 16 Barwell St. e Florence Furniture Co. ;ent use manufacturing sent owner Florence Casket Co. 2ription: 1873 source e hitect Other features In Area no. Northampton Second Empire Exterior wa11 fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Form no. 17C -135 Altered 3rd floor Date early 20th Moved Date 1;i? 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date June 1980 c73 Original owner (if known) Florence Furniture Co. Original use Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development manufacturing of caskets Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) g3 Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry x Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The 1860 map of Florence depicts a village located on a bend in the :dill Rvier and extending northwards up the terrace and along the plateau to :Main St which had served as the old Boston and Albany stage route. At that time there was no development between Main St. and Bridge Rd. The establishment of the Williamsburg div= ision if the New Haven and Northampton Railroad in 1867 changed that. The line connected the mill villages of Williamsburg and Northampton (including Florence) to the main north =south line which can through the -,enter of Northampton® In 21orence the tracks ran parallel to, and just north of Main and "Forth Main Sts. North Maple St., a continuation of Maple St. became the locus for railroad- oriented industry and a depot. The Florence Furniture Co, was organized in 1873 by several prom- inent Florence industrialists, including Samuel Rill, Alfred Lilly and Geroge Burr, and a brick factory erected just north of the railroad tracks on Myrtle St, (now Wardwell St.. Additions were made to the plant in 1880 and 1888, while the :Mansard roof was replaced with a more vertical, tin covered third floor eatly in the 20th century. The Company manufactured "all grades of wood and cloth covered burial cases and undertakers' supplies" and shipped them throughout New England. During the 1920's the name of the firm was changed to the Florence Casket Co., a name more descriptive of the business, and the business continues to this day. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County :Napa 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory :1965, 1930, 19220 History of Florence, ed. by Charles A. Sheffield (1895) pp. 239 -40. A Chronicle of Industry on the Mill River" Smith College Studies in History, vol 21, Agnes _:olla,; 1935-36. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 L1 CI. VV 0 IN.G LL,J.L vi ..J1-11.1l11116 Llvu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north., 0 z u 0 (over) Moved 5. Lot size: Date In Area no. Form no. 1 NoYt �oton .ess 50 North Maple StrF,3t e E. Goodwin House ;ent use residence ;ent owner ;;_11i- But sription: 1.86 -7 Durce q c l �.P..'s t 1a Al ULutect Bracketed Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date x Over one acre E. Lone rg n N`-1C Date J-nuary 1 ?20 .Original owner (if known) Original use 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) C Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Edward B. Goodwin residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1867 Edward Goodwin of Simsbury Conn. bought 3/4 of an acre fronting on North Maple St0 from Israel Graves for 87000 This was part of the subdivision which had been filed by Mr0 Graves and D.G. Littlefield in 1862 for the arear between ?North Main and North Maple Sts., bounded by Graves St0 (later Myrtly, now Bardwell ;St®)© Thw Williamsburg line of the New Haven and Northampton Railroad cut through this subdivision in 1867, and a freight house and depot were built here also. Mr0 Goodwin became the station agent, as well as a realestate agent, and maintained this residence until his death around 19900 The house has been modified by the addition if a two -story porch along the facade (abount 1900) and a one -story addition to the front of the side ell (20th century), as well as by being sided. It still retains its decorative trim though, including double bracketed cornice, raking window cornices with small brackets and a double, "Gothic louvered window in the front gable. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County i' ?ap0 1373, 1884 and1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 246 -P0 85, 208 -404, R'} 371 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston -1. l\lap.- Draw sKetcn or= ouiiaing iocai.iun in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ti 8 c (over) ent use ;ent owner J mes i ;thlcen ;ription: Durce 2 t 1- s 1I:l; tect North "^.tcn ess J VOiti; :41cD F? 135 -7 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Orn- -tr.ci 8 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Lone r7;' n Organization NUC Date In Area no. Form no. 1 -1'3 ntrsn anoov �t nuD V story C Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small Victorian cottage was probably built in the late 1860's0 The Williamsburg line of the New Havenand "'Northampton Railroad was opened in 1367, and a freight house and depot were erected on North Maple St® This spurred industrial and residential development in the area north of Main St. in Florence© The house first appeared on the 1873 atlas and was owned by Watson Wilcox, who was listed in the directory as Express Agent and Telegraph op- erator. :r0 Wilcoz maintained this residence through the end of the 19th century. The house is one and -a =half stories in height with gable end to the street and a one -story bay window on the northern side. The front entrance has a canopy with hipped roof and molded cornice and is supported by large brackets with drops. O. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 'nap. 1.1.1. cL w Z%. a_rus in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton ress 40 Keyes Street sent use sent owner John Barbara Matteson cription: 1860 Exterior wall fabric .:1-2,-.7:00- Outbuildings (describe) Other features L pr. s 0 h..7r n,00 1a tt Altered 7 .n .710sc'r: front Date Ch s c 0 r Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 176-144 Lonerc4an iJHC .E.:f.)rliary 17. 80 L-7(c, Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residential 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This L- shaped house.aith 'steeply pitched gables first appears on the 18f3 atlas. It was owned by Ebenezer Alvard who operated a livery stable. The house is interesting for its flat roofed entrance hood with elaborate brackets, latticed sides and ornate pendants. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 1VLaEJ. LJL CI VI ..a as, in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Ezr (over) sent use 3ription: Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. North r pton .ess 7) 5 Keyes Street sent owner M:r7 Clerk 1873 -84 source Atlases e hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) r: 1 cbc rc. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Loner q-in NHC Form no. 17C 146 Febru :ry 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Ps idcnce. Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation'' 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) This two and -a -half story house first appears on the 1873 atlas. John Clapp, and employee of the Florence Machine Co. was the owner© 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. leap. Draw stseiu u Vl uutauiug in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. TN 6. Recorded by (over) In Area no. Northampton ress -)9 Keyes Stre' t sent use resicence sent owner Rober Keyes Source p t 1 a s Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 1 story front oor- (..th turner po .t.s 'n�' e�orat ve i�r k is Organization Date -1 :obo NHC 7_,. Loner:Tan Form no. 17C -147 y Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Fccbruary 1 c Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1867 the Williamsburg to Northampton Railroad was opened. The tracks ran parallel to, and just north of, Main and North Main Sts. in Florence and a depot was established on North :Iaple St. The railroad spurred industrial and residential development north oof Main St. in Florence. During this period Fruit St. (now Keyes St.) was laid out. This is one of the earliest houses on the street, first apearing on the 1873 atlas. c The house is one and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street. Decorative barge boards adorn the ends of the front gable and there is a one story, hipped roof porch with turned posts and ornate brackets extending across the three -bay facade. The south- ern side of the house has a one -story bay window. A two -story barn is attached -to the house through two ells. Today this serves as a florist shop, with the greenhouse located behind it. The green- house was established in the early 20th century by F.D. Keyes, who lived in the house next north to this one© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 0. 1 9„ 1885 -86, 1858 -59 37m-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric (over) ress ie :hitect Outbuildings (describe) Other features Tntr. �n^ a fOD 6. Recorded by Organization Date Northampton 110 High Street sent use resicence sent owner Matthew Catherine Ryan' •cription: e 1877 -8q Source t l s e s 1 pbo;:rrl 1 toy s :c;_ bay, Altered Date Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Date E. Lonergan NHC February 1980 Original owner (if known) General John Lo Otis Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) C Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small, one and- a -ahlf story cottage was one of two owned by John L. Otis on the south side of High St® at the corner of Fruit St. (now Keyes St.). Gen. Otis was secretary and treasurer of the Northampton Emory;Wheel Co., and also president of the Mill River Button Co. The cottages were built between 1873 and 1874. The house features a deep hood mould, supported by brackets over the front entrance and a one -story bay window on the western side. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 19 1594 185 t1 3 _s Northampton Directory: 1885 -860 37M --7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets (over) Tnurn In Area no. Northamoton 'ess 102 High Str.et sent use resic'ence sent owner lton Ma. lorie' Bean •cription: e 18SC -7? Source le chitect Map :tlas other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric c la nbo s rr' Outbuildings (describe) Other features Form no. 17C -151 C 1100 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Loner.gan NHC February 1 '780 ("Iriginal owner (if known) C Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication :vlilitary humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes This house first appears on the 1873 atlas, where it is listed as being owned by Elijah Nutting. Mr. Nutting is described as a carpenter in the 1873 directory and probably built the house himself® High St. aas laid out about the time of the opening of the Williamsburg to Northampton Railroad in 1867. The tracks ran parallel to .gain and ?forth Main Sts. in Florence and a depot was established on North Maple St. This opening spurred industrial and residential dev- elopment north of Main St, in Florence, which until that time had been completely contained between Main St© and the Mill River® The house has front and side porches with chamfered posts and ornate brackets, and a simple balustrade. The windows have thin, molded cornices and there is a round headed window with thin hood mould in the front gable. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1.?? 12'3 •s '_97'5 t1 ..7-3.7. s Northampton Directory: 1873 740 1 oC 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING f MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviap liraw sicetcn of ouiiaing iocation in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 17C -157 Northampton °ess 76 High Street Sent use ;ent owner Kathryn Holt ;ription: Durce M..p �.tlas Architect 1860 -7 3 Exterior wall fabric 2 pboa rd Outbuildings (describe) Other features C'1 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date Febru- ry 1'80 Original owner (if known) Original use residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation High St. was laid out pa allel to :Main St, in Florence,' north of the Williamsburg division" of the Haven and Northampton Rail- road, during the late 1860's. The railroad line had opened in 1867, connecting the industrial villages along the Mill River to the main north -south railroad in downtown Northampton. This line spurred ind- ustrial development north of Main and north Main Sts© in plorence,as well as corresponding residential development© The house first appears on the 1873 atlas and was owned and occupoed by Samuel Brigham, a gardner® The house is two and -a -half stories high with gable end to the street, and has a two -story barn in the rear of the property. Windows have six over six sashes and the front entrance is flanked by sidelights and pilasters, and is capped by an entablature. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County lap. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases® Northampton Directory 1873 -74® 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1v1Q.i1. L. U W .J 11V �.V.. va::vu.--`�-•- in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date In Area no. Form no. 1 7C -159 Northampton .ess 78 Chestnut St. e ;ent use residence Sent owner James and Irene Russell 2ription: ource hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less c. 1870 Organization NHC Map and Atlas Approximate frontage June 1980 clapboard Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Date Date x Over one acre l is T a Original owner (if known) Florence Sewing Machine Co. C Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Florence Sewing Machine 'Co. was 'formed in the early 1860's, and a large factory constructed on the corner of Main and Chestnuts Sts. in Florence© The Company owned'a substantial amount of land in the vicinity of their plant and had workers' housing built© Most of these were cottages, but a Gazette article does mention three large blocks, capable of housing 25 to 30 families (in total), which were built during 1866© Chestnut St., which first appears as a road on the 1854 map, remained undeveloped until the Company cottages were built. The 1873 atlas shows nine cottages on the west side of Chestnut St., north of Main St. All, except for one, were one- and -a -half stories in height with a side -hall plan. This house is representative of the Company's cottages and features a one -story porch wiich extends across the three -bay facade and halfway along the southern side. The porch has a hipped roof, turned posts and brackets with small pendants. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 an d 1895 Atlases. History of Florence, ed. by Charles Sheffield, 1895. larn sh re Gazette Oct. 30, 1866. 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) .ess 91 Sent use Nortr i.rnoton sent owner cription: c. 1870 Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. rr' pus Exterior wall fabric asbestos L. Loncrr-?n NHC Fcoru =ry C >ource'' Map and History 'of Florence .e :hitect Altered sided Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street C Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) o.r a L 3 Florence Sewing Machine Co. residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large tenement house was constructed for workers of the Florence Sewing Machine Co. The Company was established during the early 1860 °s and had an extensive plant constructed at the corner of Main and Chestnut Sts. During the 1860's the Company had a substan tial amount of housing constructed for its workers. Mostly these were cottages, but an 1866 Gazette article does mention three large blocks capable of housing 25 to 30 families (in total) being built. None of e larger blocks remain today. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) History of Florence, ed. by Charles A. Sheffield, 1895. Hampshire Gazette Oct. 30, 1866. I 63 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7-77 4. Map. Draw sltetcn of buiiaing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) e In Area no. ;ent use residence ;ription: Arcnitect Outbuildings (describe) Other features Organization Da ebruary 1980 Form no. 17C -165 Northampt •ess 50 -52 High St. ;ent owner Charles Asher 1860 ?3 puree Map and Atlas Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Altered sided Date mid 20th c Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Recorded by E. LonerRan NEC (7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) D.G. Littlefield residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes D.G. Littlefield was'one<of the prominent industrialists who helped develop Florence as a thriving mill community during the mid 19th century. He served as president of the Florence Manufact- uring Co. and president of the Florence Sewing Machine Co. The..latter Company was located at the corner of Chestnut and Main Stso and owned a large amount of land north of Main Std and east of Chestnut St0 During the late 1860's a number of'cottages and blocks were built for the Company's workers. This house was probally used for the same purpose® The block is one -and -a -half stories high with gables to the sided The central double entrance has a decorative, bracketed hood. (of 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) History of Florence, ed© by Charles A. Sheffield, 1895. Chronicle of Industry on the Mill River", Smith College Studies in History. vol 21, 1935 -36© 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston N (over) ;ent owner :ription; c. 1915 ource aitect In Area no. Form no. 17C -175/ Northampton map. Ill .7 t�c� �..0 vi in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings.: Indicate north. ess 26 and 30 Fairfield Ave ent use residences Atlas' and directories Exterior wall fabric clapboard and shingle Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' Date Date 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 176 1 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Around the turn of the centruy, three streets were laid out north of Main and Locust Sts. in Florence: Plymouth, Fairfield and Summer Avenues. The streets extend northerly only a short distance to the railroad tracks. These two houses are the northernmost on the western side of Fairfield Ave., and are virtually identical. The 1915 Directory lists Edward Murphy,fore- man of the foundry at the Norwood Engineering Co. and proprietor of North- ampton Iron Works, both in Florence, and Herbert Freeman, superintendent he braiding department at Nonotuck Silk Co., as living in these two houses. Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation` 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Each house has a high pitched gambrel roof atop a one -story clap boarded base, and a cross gable extending to the north. The gambrels are shingled, and the front ones have a double window surmounted by a lunette. One- story, three -sided bays with diamond paned windows are situated to the left of each house's front entrance. 1 0. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 and 1922. residences 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston fi (over) sent use ;ource t 1 e Outbuildings (describe) Other features g- e Organization NEiC Date In Area no. Form no. 17c -18-' Nort't--ooton n less •?.8 Plymouth vcnuc ie sent owner Louie Jn l- v' (7. cription: 1° 5 -1 15 4. Map. craw sketch 01 ..hitect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings.' Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric 1 ,,,o r n- :`1 act Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by r o nc Y;; n .1 I 80 (Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) c Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development X Conservation Education Exploration settlement Industry Military Political Around the turn of the century three short streets were opened north of Main St., and south of the railroad tracks in Florence. These were Plymouth, Fairfield and Sumner Avenues. This house was built at the end of Plymouth Ave. directly south of the tracks. The house is two and -a -half stories in height with gables to the side and a two- and -a -half story gabled projection on the facade. The upper portions of the gable project slightly, are supported by consoles and clad with decorative shingles© A two story porch with Tusaan columns, shingled base to the 2nd story porch, and balustrade on the first floor projects from the facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Y in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) T ess 50 Chestnut Strset :ent use ;ent owner r,= Sh r l:-; y ;ription: ource hitect Other features In Area no. Form no. r7cp8G No Exterior wall fabric 135: -7 t1` B a Outbuildings (describe) c'ouble ;fir C.' 1 st^.`Vl n r� or) s 11,1 .�C; 1 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Jon r n Organization N C. Date F 'brua ry 1=.8O C-7 Original owner (if known) Florence Sewing Machine Co. Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention d Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian' Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is the largest and most distinguished of the nine houses on the west side of Chestnut Sto'which originally were owned by the Florence Sewing Machine Co. This Company was formed during the early 1860's and had a large plant built at the corner of Chestnut and Main Sts® in Florence® The Company had a substantial amount of housing con- structed for its workers, mostly of the cottage type, although there were a few larger blocks. The other eight houses on the west side of Chestnut St. are all one and -a -half story cottages. This house is two -and -a -half stories in height with gable end the street and a two -and -a -half story fables projection on the souther side. Ornate double brackets on a wide frieze support the raking cor- nice, and a round- headed window with hood -mould is situated in the front gable® A one -story porch with flat roof, chamfered posts, ogee- arched opening and a balustrade extends across the three -bay facade 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) residence History of Florence ed. by Charles A. Sheffield, 1e950 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7-77 1VLiLE/. W. nrr uaN._...,as v1. .:....__.,._._o. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess ription: hitect In Area no. Form no. 17C -187 Northampton Sent owner 62 Chestnut St. cent use residence 1865 Ranney House First National Bank of Northampton ource Directory and Map Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered enclosed porchDate mid 20th c. Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Date Approximate distance of building from street 30' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 0 Original owner (if known) C )riginal use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Some time before 1854 Chestnut St. was laid out from Main St. to Bridge Rd. An impetus to develop was provided by the expansion of the Florence Sewing Machine Co. on the southern side of Main St. at the inter- section of Chestnut St. They built and owned a number of cottages and boarding houses in this area during the 1860's and 1870's. This cottage is not much different from those owned by the company, and was probably built for them in the early 1860's. The 1873 Atlas shows his house as being occupied by David Ranney, and employee of the Floren awing Machine Co., who by 1885 had risen to superintendent of the machine department. The house is one and a halfstories in height with gable end to the street. The windows are six over six, and have molded cornice heads. The doorway has engaged columns and is crowned by a full entablature. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884, and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1860 -61, 1868 -69, 1873 -74, 1875 -76, 1885 -86. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 17C -204 Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston rat in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. fl 1 dcen C (over) 1 Tnurrk Date :hitect Other features Northampton ess 55, Main St. e ;ent use residence Sent owner �ription: c. Z855 source Maps Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) Altered sided Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC In Area no. Form no. June Z980 c Y C 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development .r. Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small Greek Revival styled cottage was built during the middle of the 19th century. The first known owner and occupant was E.L. Smith who is shown here on the 1888 map. A business advertisement on the same map lists Mr. Smith as a carpen- ter and joiner, so perhaps he built the house himself. The house is one- and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and an over sized, Greek Revival- styled entrance.. A projecting cornice caps a full en-` -Tb- 'ature and plain door surrounds, with the door and its flanking sidelights recessed w•, )3n. he first floor windows on the facade have nine over nine sashes and are as tall as the doorway. The eastern side has a small porch with turned posts and decorative brackets 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1331 Town Map, 1854 and 1360 County Flaps. 1873, 1834 and 1895 Atlases. 109 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSE TTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildin•s. Indicate north. 20M- 5- 73-075074 �h► Fiorenc_e V 1 ��rsc�e of Nork\Aci-r\&\ DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Flnrpnce (No rthamptor) .ess e N. Davis B l n ck ent use .ent owner Frannie Ranch ription: 1860 Nurce 1884 Atlas of Northampton Late Victorian Industrial Exterior wall fabric Moved no 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Commission Date 0 ct In Area no. Form no. 1 3 Main and Keyes Street Commercial h r ck Outbuildings (describe) none Other features Dormer windows, gable roof, dentiled pediment ground floor Altered altered Date Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 160 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet Northampton Historical iota MASS. HST. C'7)">.M, i l� 0 7. Original use Ground floor® drug and newspaper Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Original owner (if known) 8. Themes (check as many as'applicall Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication. Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In the mid-nineteenth century, the Nelson Davis Block served a vital function to the central commercial district of Florence. Its ground floor contained two specialty stores a drugstore and a newspaper shop. It was here that local citizens would come for a soda or such and discuss pertinent affairs of the village. It still retains this distinctive capacity in the community; a feature becoming a thing of the past for many downtown districts. It was Nelson Davis, a druggist who established the block and was businessman/entrepeneur in nineteenth century Florence. 10. Bibliography and/or early maps, etc.) Charles Stark, x x x Con'ervation Edlication Eleploration/ settlement Industry Military Political stores. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation ferenceik-ch as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, 84 and i8,95 Atlas of Northampton and principalities, cal historian of Florence, Eass. ‘2.647 0 3/73- FORM 13 BUILDING MASSACIIUSETTS IIISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston very little 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect unknown in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate 1 north. Exterior wall fabric metal/tile/ shingles 'y iy a. a T all J W ►y J h et MHC Photo no. MA t N DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant ST REe /v i l-L G- e 0P FLOK N (over) ess 5. Lot size: ent owner ription: 99 Main Street ent use Diner /Restaurant )urce vi sual evidence Outbuildings (describe) Other features single story w/ 2 story brick structure attached; basic diner forms with additions Altered yes Date Moved no Date Less than one acre x Approximate frontage In Area no. Form no. Northampton (Florence) Miss Florence Diner Mauri ce Pauline Alexander c, 1930 20 feet 6. Recorded by C. Du.bi e none )7 -2 l' Over one acre 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street Organization Northampton Hi s to ri cal Date 1� 7V I" D JUN 2 0 1976 7. (i:'._i 3i OP,. (if 1.:no\i'n) 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Original use Diner ,':1 (not Ces ?ar'chad) 'ubsequent uses (if any) and dates Liner /Restaurant Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication ,Military H andr 1. x Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Miss •Florence is one of four t:,;entietn century diners in Northampton. As indicated by its nave, the Miss Florence is located in. Florence, a village of NorthanT,ton. Ir_t;;riors at the Miss Florence include elaborate floor tiling and marble counters The exterior in spite of the addition of an entrance displays Art Deco lettering and the diner car form, The ancestor of the diner was the 18S0T s "dog ,cagon a. horse dawn vehicle dispensing sandwiches and coffee. Catering to the fringes of the population awake at odd hours, these diners of the late 19th century were regarded with some suspicion acid distaste. In the post- World C:ar I years, however, diners designed along the lines of railroad cars became popular. The interior counter with stools, added in the 19th century, was joined by booths. Perhas not the oldest of 1Zortharoton s diners the lass Florence is the most widely known and Was featured in The e_w York Times in September of 1974. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) The New York Times, Sunday, September 15, 1974, Travel and Resorts section, c. 1. t No t1 M c1C_ 3 ?t sent use residential and office Source Reg. of Deeds and Atlas 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Nn cress ne In Area no. No rthF. moto n :sent owner Myron Thy s C 3cription: 1882 -84 Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (dcscribc) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date NE-IC 0 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street n n Janu =jry 1 "80 r Original owner (if known) Robert H® Pease Original use commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce x Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Robert Pease purchased the grain store of LOB. Moore in 1877. In 1861 he erected this block on North Maple St., just north of the Cottage Hotel. At that time he expanded his business to include a line of groceries and men's furnishings. The second floor most likely contained an apartment. By 1915 both floors were used for residential putposes® 7 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) istor7 of Florence, ed. by Charles Sheffield, 1895 1 l» FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. craw sEcetcn of ouimiug iuew.iuu in relation to nearest cross streets and other .uildings. Indicate north.' DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 1.1, 3. Li.Act O F (over) Florence (Northampton) ass Nnrth Maple Street Cottage Hotel ant use inn ant owner Florence Inn Robt. ription: Circa 1880 rurce Second Empire Exterior wall fabric Wood Outbuildings (describe) n Other features Mansard roof. dormer windows. front verandah Altered yes Date March 1923 Moved no Date C Dempsey 1901 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre X Approximate frontage 65 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet 6. Recorded by y Komaromi Organization Nnr tivimpton Histori ca1 Commission Date Mar�sti 4i~ MAY 5 1976 7 Original owner (if known Original use l{ 7 C Mr. Parker sequcnt uses (if any) and dates Boarding house- 1923 Inn and restaure 1976 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Cottage Hotel is important from an architectural per- spective in that it is er.emplary of the Second Empire ,lode, its prominent design element being the mansard roof. The latter feature was the rage in the Paris of the nineteenth century; a culmination of the Romantic Classical Motif. It found its inspiration in many of the ostentatious edifices in Paris including the Louvre Museum. However, it was also found in less grandiose structures such as the Cottage 1 Hotel where the three dimensional composition of the mansard is 'elaborately defined. There is a certain raon_ut ,en- tality here but akin to this is a unique quality of gracefulness. The Cottage Hotel was built by a Mr. Parker and sold soon after to George Nye of Springfield. In 1901, Mr. Frank Twiss bought the building. A well-known contractor at the Florence Sewing Machine Co., Mr. Twiss opened a bar in the hotel. In 1918, the ho tel was partially destroyed by a fire and closed. In 1923, Cornelius Reardon reopened the hotel for the intent of housing both permanent and transient borders. It was owed by Clifford Clark, a real estate broker who leased it to Mr. Reardon. It offered accornodations to workers employed in construction of ';:he Veterans Hospital. The Cottage Hotel is known today as the Florence Inn. It is still a delightful place where fresh steamer clams can be enjoyed by the residents of the village. Most significantly it has retained that particular air or flavor prevalent in early inns and taverns. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazettes March 26, 1901 No'. ember 4, 1918, 1 ch 28, 1923. li7 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston N 20M- 5-73-075074 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Nort zaa oton •ess north Main Etr -Et e G. Maine House Sent use resi^5_7nt al_ :ommerci :1 sent owner T cription: ;ource Atlases :hitect Exterior wall fabric obo Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date c. 1880 rrothy nr s Ehf Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 65' Approximate distance of building from street Lonergan NHC Jnuary 1c8n Original owner (if known) George W. Maine Original use residence and basement commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This two -amd -a -half story house with store in the basement was probably built for George Maine in the early 1880's. According to the 1875 directory Mr© Maine operated `a meat market on Meadow St© in Florence, and he probably moved his business here when the struc- ture was built® By the early 1870's the intersection of Main /Nom Main St® and Maple /?Too Maple St. in Florence had become the center of commercial activity. There were a couple of brick blocks, but mostly businesses were operated from small frame buildingd or attachments to residences® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early reaps, etc.) 3;73 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1. Town Nor t a^ ptcn Address Name Orcutt Hussey and Co. Present use ormc.r. cza 1 Present owner Rgayja d Newell Jr. 3. Description: Date 1872 Source Style Architect Exterior wall fabric Other features sign Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 7C 17 North Maolr'. `tret History of Florence wide board Outbuildings (describe) original "false fr Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street Loner ^.,n NIIC J nu, ry 173n 11 -Original owner (if known) Orcutt Hussey and Co. Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) commercial Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political Recreation Religion Science invention Social humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) North Maple St® began to be developed as a commercial district of Florence in the late 1860's© In 1867 the Williamsburg line of the New Haven and Northampton Railroad opence, connecting the mill villages of Williamsburg and Northampton, including Florence, to the main north -south line in the center of Northampton. In Florence the tracks ran parallel to and just north of Main and North Main Sts., while a depot was established on north Maple St® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1384 and 1895 Atlases. Springfield Sunday Republican, January 6, 1980 (section HF P. 1)® History of Florence, ed. by Charles A. Sheffield, 1895, p. 246. tl5 Thomas Orcutt started in the hardware business in 1870. Two years later Nathan Hussey became his partner and this store was er- ected. The original sign for this small, one -story building acts as ."false front`; covering the front gable and extending above it. The sign reads 0rcutt, Hussey Co." in a curve across the tope Under- neath, it says "Hardware". Beneath that, in smaller latters leaning to the left, appears the word "Glass". Then the sign continues with three more lines: "Stoves, Ranges, Furnaces/ Tinware/ Tin Roofing, Plumbing, Etc." This is belived to be the oldest sign in New England attached to an existing business. It was only uncovered in 1979, and hasbeen cleaned and sprayed with polyurethane. The store continued in the hardware and plumbing business until the mid 1890's. For four years there was a Chinese laundry here, then, in 1897 George Churchill and George Busch, painters and decorators, settled in and stayed until 1937. In that year Francis La Montagne took over the business and ran it until 1976 when he sold it to the current owner, who continued the business. 1 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric ;DO r rDr't tl W Altered Date 71 Moved Date tEl if 1:fP 5. Lot size: I 'en One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage 1\1 (over) ess :ription: purce iitect Nort'nE Outbuildings (describe) Other features st In Area no. Form no. 17C-7' 16 North Maple Str€et ent use :70mr7E.-r• .ent owner Jcseoh 6. Recorded by E. Lonerga n Organization NHC Date January 180 p....Ltehee gable 11 wf bo-r to-story w posts, °Flusters anc' arrow.. Approximate distance of building from street Original owner (if known) Asa Squires Original use commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce X Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9,. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1867 the Williamsburg line of the New Haven and Northampton Railroad opened, connecting the village of Florence to the center of Northampton and the main north -south line located there® The tracks ran parallel to, and just north of Main and North Main Sts® in Florence and a freight house and depot were built on North Maple St© This was one of six wood -fame buildings on North Maple St. between Main St and the RR tracks owned by Asa Squires in 1873® These were probably all small commercial buildings erected since the advent of. the railroad. Mr. Squires was a carpenter and possibly built all of these buildinsa This structure is one and -a -half stories tall with steeply pitched gable and a full basement® The building features board and batten siding, six over six sash windows and a two- story porch with posts, stick brackets and decorative balustrade© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map© 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1875 -76, 1888 -89® FORM B BUILDING h'IASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Northampton other buildings. Indicate north. 37M (over) ess 28 30 North Maple St. e Norwood Engineering Co. sent use commercial and industrial ;ent owner multiple ownership :ription: 1870 -1915 ource History of Florence, At lase hitect r,ALerior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Form no. 170- 229 -232 Altered many additions Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre x Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonersan Organization NHC Date June 1980 C Original owner (if known) Sheffield Manufacturing Coo Original use industrial C Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry x Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The 1860 map of Florenee shows a small village with industry the Mill River and a residential area between Main St. and the river. In 1867 the Williamsburg line of the New Haven and North- ampton Railroad opened, connecting mill villages of Williamsburg and Northampton to the main north -south railroad in the center of North- ampton© The tracks ran parallel to, and just north of, Main and North Main Ets© in Florence, and a freight house and depot were built on North Maple St. The railroad encouraged growth in this area, wit industries and commercial activity centering on Main and North Maple Sts© near the tracks, and residential development in the area north of the tracks. The first buildings erected on this site were put up about 1870 for the Sheffield Manufacturing Co., which proposed to convert iron into a metal resembling steel. The attempt was a failure, how- ever, and the buildings were soon after purchased by B.M. Couch, who used them for a foundry and machine shop. After Mr. Couch went out of business, A.G. Hill continued the shop for a few years, In 1892 the Norwood Engineering Co. was formed© This Company took over the existing works and continued the general foundry and machine business© Early in the 20th century the buildings on No. Maple St. were added for the expanding business. By 1929 °the Company oc- cupied nearly fifteen acres and employed 200 operatives. Their spec- ialty was designing, manufacturing and installing water purification or filtration plants for towns, cities and large manufacturers. The Company went out of business durir�g the Depression of the �1930 and 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as locarhistories, dee s, assessor r c or s, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases® History of Florence ed. by Charles A. Sheffield, 1995. "A Chronicle of industry on the MIll River Smith 8ollege Studies in History Vol. 21, 1935 -36® INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item an inventory form which is being continued below. 9. Historical Significance Staple to Inventory form at bottom the buildings are now used for a variety of industrial and commercial activities. FORM B BUILDING 'MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M- 5- 73-075074 a Q C-061414204 POS. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Z Bess 59-51 North M,'. n Str et .e J.M.'Davis House Sent use Sent owner Bruce Homsteac ;ription: Northampton 1869 -7 3 ource Req. cf DE cc s tlas hitect Exterior wall fabric cs :hakes Outbuildings (describe) 6. Recorded by Other features shapcc Tinsel's, r'ou'ble counc hE. cec f..n gable, front porch w' th posts r "e:ora t _vc ets :nc' full-length, first floor fa cc w nrow-, E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date Janu:71r1'_ 1980 0 Date m H 20th C. Altered s: r' e rf Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or. less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 65 Date Approximate distance of building from street 7e Original owner (if known) J r c.11 i s Original use n Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1869 Jeb.iel Davis_ bought lots nog 6 and 7 of the Little- field. and Graves subdivision plan for the area bound by Graves St. (later Myrtle St., now Bardwell St.), North Main St© and ,'North Maple St. in Florence© The house was built by 1873 as it is shown on the atlas of that year. Mr. Davis became superintendent of the Florence Furniture Co. when it was founded in 1873. The house is two- and- a -hal"f stories in height with gable end to the street and two, small round headed sash windows in the ,0:ablee Other windows are rectangular with two over two sashes, and slightly arched lintels with small modillions® A one story porch covers the facade and is composed of flat roof with projecting, bracketed cor- nice, chamfered posts with ornate brackets, and a balustrade (modern). The first floor of the facade has two full length windows. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1 l?.. t:l 1 '_3 C "-.!„--3', 3 3;73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Y 1VJat1 N... a. w o in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 711114-i-71417 El DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) In Area no. Form no. 17C-R51 a Northamotcn l ess source e hitect Other features ?1 North Ma n S eet J,L. Sent use es'cence sent owner J. n s bet V_tols cription: 18 Exterior wall fabric l aoo rc Outbuildings (describe) Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 1 I 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NT iC Date Date Over one acre 100' Date Ja nu ry 17:80 7. Original owner (if known) Florence Sewing Machine Co. C Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 3/73 In 1862 D.G. Littlefield and Isaac Graves filed a subdivision plan for North Main and North Maple Sts o bound by Graves St. (later Myrtlr St., now Wardwell St.). Mr. Littlefield was one of the founders of the Florence Sewing Machine Co. and kept this one acre lot, most likely for the superintendent of the Company. John L. Otis was born in Connecticut and spent his early years working in cotton factories. He rose to overseer and then superinter- dent, while studying at night to become a mechanical engineer. The is Manufacturing Co. was established in Manchester, Conn. in 1851, and while in charge here Mr. Otis put into operation for the Cheney Brothers of tom Manchester the first machine for manufacturing silk and woolen knits in the country. During the Civil War, Mr. Otis rose to the rank of Brevet Brigadier General, through his heroic service. After the war Gen© Otis became superintendent ofthe "Florence Sewing Machine Co. He remained in this position for three years, and then helped establish the Northampton Emory Wheel Co. with L.B. Williams. Gen. Otis was active in politics, serving as selectman for two years, as represnt- ative to the Legistature for one term, and as State Senator for two terms. General Otis bought this house from the Florence Sewing Machine Co. in 1877, and resided here until his death in 1894. He probably also lived here earlier in his role as superintendent of the Company, continued 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1.90 Map 18 1881 18' t1 =se_. P.v istry o= h F Rcpresent,tivr r mil_ s of North Vol 1, (1'T.17) INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL CCMMISSION Office of the Secretary, Boston 9. Historical Significance Staple to Inventory form at bottom Ccmunity Northampton Form No: 17C -251 Property Name: J.L. Otis house Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. The house is two -and -a -half stories in height with pedimented end to the street. A one -story porch extends across the three -bay facade and half way along the eastern side. The porch has chamfered posts and a balustrade, The first floor of the facade has two full length windows and an entrance with sidelightsJ, 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ess In Area no. Northampton ;ent owner 35 No. Main St® eFree Congregational Church ;ent use Seventh Day Adventist Church :ription: 1915— 1922 ource Directories hitect Exterior wall fabric stucco Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Date Date Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC June 1980 Form no. 17C-252 c 7. Original owner (if known) Free Congregational Society of Florence C Original use church Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political in 1863, Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The ".Free Congregational Society of Florence' was organized "respecting in each other and in all the right of intellect and conscience to be free, and holding it to be the duty of everyone to keep his mind and heart at all times open to receive the truth and,follow its guidance, we set up no theological condition of membership, and neither demand nor expeet• uniformity of doctrinal_ belief; asking only unity of purpose to seek and accept the right and true, and an honest aim and effort to Wake these the rule of life. And, recog- nizing the brotherhood of the human race and the eauality of huamr rights, we make no distinction as to the conditions and rights of membership in this society, on account of sex, or or nationality The Society m in thelocal schoolhouse until Cosmain :all was erected in 1874 at the junction of No. Maple and Meadow Sts. The Hall serviced not only the Society, but the general community as well© The seating capacity was nearly 700 and was open to the public without charge. The Society continued to meet here until the second decade of the'20th century. At that time this relatively small church was con- structed across the street from Cosmian :all, and the Hall continued its cont' 1 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records. early maps, etc.) 1915 Atlas. Northampton Director;: 1915, 1922 and 19308 History of Florence, ed. by Charles Sheffield, 18950 INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL CG+fi SS ION Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. 9. Historical Significance Corranuni ty Northampton Staple to Inventory form at bottom Form No: 17C-252 Property Name: Free Congregatio Church public functions until its demolition mid century. Today the small church services the Seventh Day Adventists. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. N FLDTNcF.ok Yi L.LAC -I OF NO1? -14NN4 rip DO NOT WVRITE IN TI- USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. ''c i a F a.. (over) Architect Unknown Atlas of Northampton Exterior wall fabric B raekpted Outbuildings (describe) none Other features mansard roof, dormer windows, r.upola, filigree on roof Altered n o Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre 125 feet Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 40 feet 6. Recorded by L. Komaromi Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date March 10 r i9�' nn 0 7. Original owner (if known) Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Florence Home for the Aged 1976 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Nelson Davis House located on North fain Street is an imposing structure done in the French Mansard Style. Most interesting is the fancy filigree cork denoting a puckish quality. The house accomodated Nelson one of the early cn trepeneurs of Florence._ Nelson Davis owned a building in the center of the village that served as a drugstore and elicited commercial growth, here. Original use Residence 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873 Atlas of Northampton and principalities, History of Florence, rassachusetts Springfield, rass. 18944. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Date n Nccth moton ?ess 21 North Main Strcct C. Warren House ;ent use residence ;ent owner T .motny Exterior wall fabric -1 =cbo Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 160' Approximate distance of building from street ;C' Organization �IIC Date Date X Over one acre G. Recorded by i=. Lonery n Ja nu= ry 1C80 Original owner (if known) Ch7.iries L. n Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1862 Isaac Graves and DOG. Littlefield filed a subdiv ision plan for the area bounded by Graves (later Myrtle, now Bardwell), North Main and. North Maple Sts. The next year Charles Warren bought lot no. 2 for $400® Mr. Warren was a farmer, and in later years a real estate developei.. His residence was probably built soon after the purchase and he lived here into the 20th century® The house features a bracketed cornice, windows with slightly arched lintels supported by modillions and two porches with bracketed cornices and chamfered posts with decorative brackets. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) L37 1::38-L 1 2 '75 3 7i29 5 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5- 73-075074 oo DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) a Northampton B ess 5R Nnrfih Main �1 �e sent use residence sent ownerRoy Catherine Frost cription: C. 1870 ;ource Atlas and History of Florenc hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe), Other features Altered Date Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less S. Bosworth House clapboard Date X Over one acre Approximate frontage 130' Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by E. Lonerqan Organization NHC Date January 1980 C r__ 7. Original owner (if known) Sylvester Jo Bosworth k. Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) C Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry- Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built for Sylvester Bosworth, a merchant and farmer, most likely during the early 1870's® In 1861 Mr. Bosworth had 'nought over 15 acres of land between Meadow and North Main Sts. for 51500© The deed states that this is the "homestead on which S.J. Bosworth now lives and occupies as a residence". However,,this is probably referring to the "Polly Bosworth place" which was a small, one -story house at the junction of the two streets© This had been built in 1817 by William Warner, but long lived in by Polly Bosworth and Sylvester J. (her son?). The small house was removed when Cosmiar Hall was built in the early 1870's, and this is the probable date for the present 'house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1673, 1884 and 1895 Atlases® Registry of Deeds: Bk. 200 -Po 13, 176 -4 History of Florence ed. by Charles Sheffield, 1895. 3, 73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4'. Ni ap. Draw in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5-7 3-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 1 _Northampton •ess 68 North Main Street C. Damon House sent use residence sent owner Gordon Donna Luce cription: 1885-1888 source Regestry of Deeds Director Le ;hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage 90' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization E. Lonergan NHC 20' Date January 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Chester Damon Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) E Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) North Main St. has existed since the 18th century as "Williams- burg Road but didn't really begin to be developed intil the last third of the 19th century. By 1900 houses lined both sides of the street from the center of Florence to Bridge Road. Most of these houses remain, and with only a small amount of 20th centuryinfill the street retains its character© The house has a relatively -plain three -bay facade. The southern side has a two -story bay window with flaring polygonal roof projectin from a wall gable, as well as a two story porch at the rear of the hou. with posts, decorative brackets and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records. early: maps, etc. 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 392 -P 313. Northampton Directory: 1888 -89 3;73 24- FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 1V1ap.- 1_11 U. u in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) n Northampton cess 72 North Main Street 1e J. Black House sent use residence sent owner Raymond LaFlamme cription: 1880 1884 >ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas :hitect Exterior wall fabric F sbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered sided Date 20th C Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre 70' Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 17C-260 Carolyn Finsworth E. Lonergan NHC 20' January 1980 Original owner (if known) John C. Black Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1880 John Black,'and engineer employed at the Florence Sewing Machine Co. bought a large lot of land fronting on North Main St. and extending westerly over the terrace drop -off` to the Mill River. Within the next few years Lilly St. was put throu4. at the edge of the terrace and Mr. Black sold a number of residential lots. This house was built for his own residence and he lived here into the 20th century. The house is two- and-a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and a two- and -a -half story gabled projection on the northern side. The front gable has a round- headed 2x2 sash window within. The three -hay facade is covered with a one -story hipped roof porch with chamfered posts and an enclosed balustrade. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry,of Deeds: Bk. 856 -P. 149, 355 -161, 337-468. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1885 86. 3: 3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Moved Z Northampton •ess 80 North Main Street sent use residence sent owner Edward Millie Ryan �ription: .ource e hitect F. Chase House 1882 -84 Mansard Cottage Exterior wall fabric vinyl siding Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered sided 5. Lot size: Reg. of Deeds and Atlas One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 65' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NEC 20'; Date mid 20th C Date Date January 1980 Original owner (if known) Frederick E. Chase Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 9. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1882 Frederick Chase bought a 1/4 acre lot on north Main St® in Florence for 5400. Mt. Chase was a mason and worked with his father Elijah Chase in Florence. This house was built shortly there- after as it appears on the 1884 atlas. The house is one story in height with flaring Mansard roof and tall, heavily corniced dormers. The southern side of the house has a one-atory bay window and a one -atory 'porch covers the three bay facade© The porch has a shed roof, chamfered posts with decorative brackets and a simple balustrade® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 374 -P 354, 355 -1610 Northampton_ Directory: 1885 -86® 3,'73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M- 5- 73-075074 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. o d 1' N a DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) a Northampton In Area no. Form no. 17C -262 -ess 84 North Main Street use C. Torrey House hitect residence sent owner Craig Marcia Nehring ;ription: 1886 -186.3 ource Registry of Deeds Directory Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 65 Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NIIC 25' Date January 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Clarissa and Calvin Torrey C Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) C Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1872 John Eager bought a ''A acre lot on North Main St. for, $500© This was the old "road to Williamsburg and in the section between Bridge Road and the center of Florence the street runs close to the terrace drop -off into the Florence Maadows through which the Mill River runs® During the last third of the 19th century this street became lined with modest residences of the Florence working class. Mr© Eager, who never seems to have lived in Northampton didn't develop his lot and sold it in 1886 for the same S500 to Calvin and Clarissa Torrey® The 1888 directory lists Mr. Torrey on North Main St and describes him as a boot and shoe merchant on North Maple St in Florence© The house is one -and -a -half stories in height, with gable end to the street and an ell on the southern side. The facade and the front of the ell both have one-story porches with hipped roofs, °chamfered posts and decorative brackets. A three -sided bay window with polygonal roof projects from the front gable and sits atop the porch. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlasese- Pegistry of Deeds: Bk. 405 -Po 63, 293 409,'264 -2550 .North ampton Directory: 1888 -890 3.73 FORM B BUILDING MASSAC HUSE TTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `t. ivies. l. iJl a.vv in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M- 543075074 o 0 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) n Northampton In Area no. Form no. 17C -263 •ess 88 North Main Street Le Florence M.E. Parsonage. sent use residence sent ownerEdward Inn Shanahan cription: 1881 -1884 ;ource Registry of Deeds Ftlases :hitect Exterior wall fabric c 1 a`pboa rd Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date January 1980 Date X Over one acre 65' Approximate distance of building from street 20' 0 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Trustees of Florence Methodist- Episcopal Church parsonage Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention st Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1881 the Rev. Martin Chapin sold one -third of an acre fronting on North Main St. just south of his homestead to the Trustees of the Florence Methodist Episcopal Church. Within the deed it was stated that Rev. Chapin "will spend not less than $1300 within six months on a parsonage "a The present house was built as the Parsonage and is shown on the 1884 atlas. It continued in use as a parsonage until the Florence church merged with the Northampton church in the mid 20th century. The house is two and -a -half stories in height, with gable end to the street and a two- and -a -half story projection on the northern side. A narrow, round headed window flanked by shorter, but similar blank forks is situated in the front gable, and the entrance has a small gabled porch. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk0346- ?.201. History of Florence, ed. by Charles A. Sheffield, 1895. 3,7;3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston t. 1Viap. .LJLd 011GL;11 i n relat to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) a Northamdon 'ess ,e Sent use residence sent owner Charles Veronica cription: In Area no. Form no. 17C -264 ■ource e hitect 94 North Main Street Handschuh, 1867 -1873 Registry of Deeds Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features full length front porch with turned posts decorative brack Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 65' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date January 1980 20' 7. Original owner (if known) c Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Joseph and Harriet Bush residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural. x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Joseph and Harriet Bush purchased 1 and 1/2 acres from P011y Bosworth on the western side of North .fain St. in Florence for $800 in 1867© This house was probably built soon thereafter. In 1873 the property was sold for $3000 plus a mortgage of $1238056 to Joel Burt. Mr. Burt, a farmer, lived here only a year before selling to John Smith, who likewise only maintained the property for a year. In 1875 the Rev. Martin Chapin of Holyoke purchased this house and land and made it his homestead. Rev. Chapin was connected with the Method' Episcopal Church in Florence, and sold the southern half of his land L_ the church for $1, and contributed at least $1300 for the building of a parsonage thereon. The house is one and -a -half stories in height with Viable end to the street and a_,_one- story shed-roof porch__extneding across the three -bay facade. The porch has turned posts, cut-out brackets and a simple balustrade. The first floor of the facade consists of a side entrance and two full length windows. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 317 -P. 333, 309 -330, 303 -151 and 246 -205 .Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1873 -74 3 "�3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Date Northampton Le sent use °ess 104 North Main Street C. P. Wnrth Nnl7SP_ residence sent owner 2Bernice Otis et al �ription: 1870 -1873 ource Registry of Deeds Ttlas 7 hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Vim/ ID/ Altered Date "ef/A1 Moved Date 5. Lot size: a One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 90 Approximate distance of building from street January 1980 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC 20 C.P. Worth 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) C L Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation In 1870 Charles Worth, a carpenter, bought one -third of an acre fronting on North Main St© He probably built this house himself and its shown on the 1873 atlas. After his death in the early 18a0's his widow sold the property to Harry Otis, who was the superintendent of the ?Totthampton Emory Wheel Co. Mr. Otis was the son of General John Otis, the founder of the NEW Co. and a prominent local politician. He later rose to become secretary and treasurer of the Company, as well as being president of the Norwood Engineering Co. The house is one- and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and a large wall gable on the southern side. two -story bay window with flaring Polygonal roof Projects from this wall sable. The facade has a very plain entrance and a one -story bay window 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as Local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1384 and 1895 Atlases® Registry of Deeds: 3k0 411 -Pm 259, 272 -8m :iortha..mbton Directory: 1388 -89, 1875 -780 e. 3 73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Sent owner John Donna ource Reg. of reeds tls 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildi .s T dicate north. 37M 7 77 (over) a North Architect Exterior wall fabric cla pbo rc Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less 10' Organization NEC In Area no. Form no. 170 ?6 1 Date Date X Over one acre Approximate frontage 0 Marie Smith Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Date January 1880 13 7. Original owner (if known) Stec^en 8. Fuller Original use re nonce Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political. Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This cottage was constructed in the early 1880's for Stephen Fuller, a Florence insurance agent., However, Mr. Smith lived on Maple St. The house was occupied during the late 19th century by Henry Fuller, a civil engineer© C The house features a central wall gable on the three -bay facade with decorative barge boards and round- headed two over two sash windows within. The central entrance has a small Porch with chamfered posts, brackets and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 13 n- 1885 -86. 9 (3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 z. 111.0.p... JL i..a.ub avv.,....., in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) n less 1e Sent use 5. Lot size: Northamnton 8 Cosmian Avenue residence sent owner Patricia -nn Green �ription: ource =tlas Directory „hitect Exterior wall fabric c Outbuildings (describe) Other features 1884 -1889 apbo�rd Altered Date Moved Date One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 80' Approximate distance of building from street 10' 6. Recorded by E. Lonerq n Organization NHC Date January 1c280 C Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) r'e rr-P Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Cosmian Ave. was laid out as a connector between Lilly St. and Torth Main St® in Florence during the mid 1880's. The street received its name from Cosmian Hall, the building of the•Free Cong- regational Society in Florence, which was located at the junction of Meadow and North Main Sts. This is the only house that was ever built on this short street. The first known owner and occurant was Luther Jenkins, a boot and shoe repairer; 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 3.73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston a 20M -5- 73-075074 0 la DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 5. Lot size: In Area no. Form no. 17C -776 Northa •ess,.17 Lilly Street sent use ;ription: C. 1850 Sent owner John Margaret -1- -r ource hitect Other features residence Outbuildings (describe) Reg. of Deeds Exterior wall fabric :1:- oboa rd Altered Date Moved from Park St. Date c.1890 One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 80 Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lo ne rge n Organization NHC Date January 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes a. checked above) This small cottage first appears on this site on the 1895 atlas. It was owned and occupied by Frederick Stockwell II, an employee of the Florence Machine Co. However, it is reported that the house was moved from Park St., when a new house was constructed° for Albert Shumway (no. 63) about 1890© Park St. is shown as a connecting route on the 1831 map, but wasn't developed until E.W. Eaton's plan of 1846 -47 for "Village Lots" on Park, :?Iaple, Pine and Center Sts. This house probably dates from that period. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1554 and 1860 County :'laps. 1831 Town Naps© 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases© Registry of Leeds: 3k0 116 -P. 360. 3 73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ■/LLA or M Abo 51 ET DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (MHC Photo no. 5M 2 75 R061465 (over) ss Meadow Street In Area no. Form no. 7(- Northampton (Florence) Lill T.i hrary nt use Library nt owner City of Northampton iption; 1890 Daily Hampshire Gazette irce February 5, 1889 Riehardsanian Rnrnanastcpta _teat C. H. Jones Exterior wall fabric granite brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features rough granite, 1st story; granite brick above; slate roof 6. Recorded by Organization Commi s sion Date Oct C. Debi. e none Altered no Date Moved nn Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less g Over one acre Approximate frontage 120 feet Approximate distance of building from street 40 feet Northampton Histori cal Mr1f f:;:", k- iST. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Library, C Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of,themes checked above) Initial plans for the construction of the Lilly Library were: procured by Alfred Lilly in 1883. A biographical sketch of Mr. Lilly reveals that he was one of the leaders in Florence; a shrewd and innovative businessman. Prior to his affiliation with the library, he served as president of the Florence Furniture Co. and sought the incorporation of the Florence Savings Bank. In 1888, Mr. Lilly selected nine persons which he organized in corporative fora as a library association. The cost of the building was $13,000 of which Alfred Lilly was chief financier. It was built in 1890 to serve the residents of Florence, Leeds and Haydenville; it proved to be instrumental in encouraging novel forms of literary works to permeate the area. Perhaps the most appealing element is the architectural design itself. The library is reminiscent of the H.H. Richardson Romanesque Revival with its` heavy asonry, turrets, rounded bored fronts. The library connotes ruggedness but this is of a tasteful sort. By 1934, the library had approximately 10,000 books and each was selected with the most careful discretion in forms of literary and entertainment value. It was at this time that religious newsletters were placed on the library's shelf. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazette, May 5, 1864, May 23, 1871, May 22, 1883 February 5, 1889, November 6, 1838 October 26, 193L 374 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard :ess e ;ent use Sent owner Nancy Murphey ;ription: c. 2884 ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Mansard Cottage hitect Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Northampton Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less x 2Z Meadow St. residence Approximate frontage Organization NHC Date June 4980 Date Date Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Form no. Z7C -279 Over one acre Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural r Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes, checked above) This cottage was built on lot no. 12 of Alfred Lilly's sub- division plan for the l»'d north and west of the Free Congregational Society's land at the corner of North Main and Meadow Sts. 1'fr. Lilly was a charter Member o; the Society and prominent in their affairs. In 1887 he paid 3'3000 for the tract of Lmd which eventually became Lilly St. and its residential lots. The cottage first appears on the 1884 atlas ans is owned by Cary H. Emerson, a joiner, who perhaps built the 'mouse himself. In 1888 the property was purchased by William and Marinda Smith. Mr. Smith was a jeweler on ."Fain St. in Florence, and served as the postmaster for Florence during the 1320's 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 420 -P. 179, 416 -535, 373 -74, 359 -3390 and 331, 337 -433. Northampton Directory: 1335 -38, 1890 -91, 1892 -93. The house is one story tall with an almost vertical :Mansard roof capping the block. Tall dormers project f the Mansard. 411 windows have two over two sashes and heavy molded cornices, and there is a one story, three -sided bay window on the western side of the house. A small portico with flat roof and chamfered posts covers the front entrance. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets ana other buildings. Indicate north. 4:7 (over) In Area no. Form no. 17C -231 Northar ~oton 'ess 107 t' Norm Maple Strcti•t Sent use residence sent owner ?ill =em Vc 1ma `Dr is :on cription: e 1867 -73 Source Reg. of Deeds and Atlas le ihitect Exterior wall fabric c 1 o: 'ooa r' Other features Outbuildings (describe) Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonerg-:n Organization NHC Date Janu =ry 1790 13 L; 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 246 -P. 151. Northampton Directory: 1875 -76, 1885 -86. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house first appears on the 1873 atlas as property of, Mrs. H.B. Davis. The 1875 directory lists Hubbard Davis, a laborer on Maple 2t. By 1884 the property was owned by Jacob Whitmarsh, a carpenter. Mr. Whitmarsh may have remodeled the earlier house, as some of the detailing doesn't appear to have been done in the early 1870's. The house is two and -ahalf stories in height with gable end to the street. The front gable is clad with fish -scale shingles and a sash window with small square lights around the border. one -story porch with hipped roof, Tuscan columns and balustrade covers the three -bay facade and there is a one -story bay window on the southern side. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M- 5- 73-075074 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) n Northampton In Area no. Form no. 170 -Z8? cess 18 Lilly Street E.C. Elder House residence sent owner Louis Caroline Rvder cription: 1880 -84 source Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre 115' Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date January 1080 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 7 11. C. =leer rc s ^en ce Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention' Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military, humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1877 Alfred Lilly bought 3 acres of land north and west of Cosmian Hall for 53000. In 1880 he filed a subdivision plan for Lilly St© which ran between "%:aedow St. and 1Torth gain t© Lots were quickly sold, so that by 1884 almost the entire street had been dev- s eloped© Ella Elder, principal of the Florence kindergarten bought this ]-"t in 1887, and the house appears on the 1884 atlas. The house is -and -a -half stories in height, L- shaped, with a round- headed two over two sash window in the front gable. A one story porch extends across the three -bay facade and halfway along the northern side. The porch has chamfered Posts and a balustrade® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) cf 1873, 1884 and 1895 3 _73 i FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION' Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston TN other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Date In Area no. Form no. 17C. ?8? Northampton Lilly Street ;nt use residence nt owner Forrest S Charlotte ription: 1880 -84 Carpenter aurce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas .tect Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 9 0 Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lo n e r g a n Organization NHC January 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) C Alfred T. Lilly residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Lilly St. was laid out by Alfred Lilly in 1880. Mr. Lilly was one of the most prominent industrialists and philanthropists in Northampton© The Lilly Library, located nearby on Meadow St a and the Lilly Hall of Science for Smith College are two examples' of his philanthropy, while he served as treasurer and general manager of the Nonotuck Silk Co., and was president of the Florence Furniture Co. This house was built during the early 1880's and was held onto by Mr. Lilly until 1886e He Probably leased the house out, as his homestead was on Pine St. The house is two stories in height with flat roof and projecting cornice. Decorative ventilating grills are located in the narrow frieze below the cornice. A two -story bay window is situated on the southern wall of the house, while a one story porch extends across the facade and along the northern side. A one and -a -half story barn with cupola stands behind the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: 8km 401 -Pe 57, liortharnpton Directory: 189 -950 3/73 1 3 Is FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. v N o 37M -.7 -77 (over) ess 28 Lilly Street a ent use Northampton ;ent owner Chester Jo =n awka sription: 1880 -84 ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Mansard Cottage hitect wail fabric Outbuildings (describe) Altered Mans Moved Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 17C- 28^ res i ence 1apboerr' vinyl Other features Mans-3rd roc i:, arounc 'porch with turner' colu- :n= 15' 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre 30' Date Lonerc =n N,-IC Janu ry 1 sic ec 'Date: _0 20th Approximate distance of building from street 7. c Original owner Of known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small house was built during the 1880's0 Alfred Lilly, a prominent industrialist and philanthropist in Florence had opened Lilly St. in 1880. By 1884 most of the street was lined with houses© This house is shown and is listed as being owned and occupied b`y Waiter Coleman® Mr® Coleman was the Northampton manager of the New England Telephone and Telegraph Co,, located on Main St. in North- ampton center. The house is one story in height with a nearly vertical Mansard roof. The Mansard is Pierced by tall wall dormers with heavy cornices. The windows on the first floor also have these heavy cornices. A one -story porch covers half the facade and ex- tends along the northern side to the projection. The porch has turned posts with decorative brackets and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) ..:Dc pt..?, __F_ �J s 1 3 :r L3 1' 185 —?0® Registry of Deeds: Bk. 359 —Pa 390. FORM I3 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston RovTE Q g1 PP- PG CT PRO` >?Ecr ST. G DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 0 r (over) ;nt use 7iption: •urce 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. No rthamp ton ass Hatfield Street vacant 30 feet C. Dubi e Commi s sion J Form no. Slough Hill School ;nt owner City of Northampton 1877 Registry of Deeds, 334,385 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect unknown in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric brick 51 i'4 ik RA/ 'g c_Em Outbuildings (describe) none A 4 i Ot features single story; ridge ro of ti A. regular fenestration; single chimney; i r porch; brick window surrounds Altered no Date Moved no Date Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street Northampton Historical JUN 3 0 1976 7. Original owner (if kno a) C ty of ton Original use school Subsequent uses (if any) and dates school 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion' Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked phis brick schoolhouse was built on a small plot of land acquired by the town in May of 18.77. "Slough Hill" is the name given to the area which included the Catholic 'cemetery® The structure is a single story in height and follows the basic plan of raid ®ni.neteenth century schoolhouses in Northampton. Three evenly spaced bays ap ear in the sidewall s.„ an entrance and window in 'the gable end. A single stout chimney appears in the roof ridge, Window openings are treated economically crudely 'fashioned brick surrounds© The schoolhouse has the distinction of being bordered on three sides by the St. Mary' s Cemetery. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, 5.801377. 7. Original owner (if kno n) Original use school t uses (if any) and dates 45 ty of '.;Dri_. school 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) phis bri ck schoolhouse was built on a small plot of land acquired by the town in lay of 1877. "Slough Hill" is the name given to the area which included the Catholic cemetery. The structure is a single story in height and follows the basic plan of mid- nineteenth century schoolhouses in Northampton. Three evenly spaced bays appear in the si dewa11 with an entrance and window in the gable end`. A single stout chimney 'appears in the roof ridge. i.,� ndow openings are treated economically' with crudely fashioned brick surrounds® The schoolhouse has the distinction of being bordered on three sides by the St. Mary' s Cemetery. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, 5.8.1877. Nc LP,tt IJ 171 V .,14 e V 1,0 Fo tiDB.-Ntt,t) A V, Al a R. 14 L Er No RTNPAP cl/‘ Iff till g 't I ‘,1" k 1- LD C. KEIT1-1 WfteJJR, M.D. 397 Pros;. ctrect Nicrthar.lpion, W,c 01060 FORM D ARCHEOLOGICAL AND HISTORIC SITES MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION f .7fice of the Secretary, State House, Boston 5. Map. sketcn size nearest cross streets, structures, other buildings, natural features. Indicate north and note approximate distance from town center. e IOc 'MAS no. F<<`-' oa Z c DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant ;4 4 c\ T o t4 r.O_v: oR.. (over) available for investigation? Yes ited time needed for research al period: storic- Aboriginal leoindian _'chaic Woodland- Ceramic Unknown Historic Aboriginal- contact European.. Colonial Modern 6. Valuer Permanent' National State Local Transitory 7. Historical significance �wc,.- of form V7t. 8. Recorded by C Keg_ th Wi 1_bj M. 2` Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 'Northampton Sri North of Northarrr� ton at e ey m L 'onnecti cut River s) Lane Construction Company Meriden,; :,_Connecticut I ch: ?ed Initiated x Possible Importance: Known Unknown x use reverse side November 26, 1974 c x North ^n r (yl Society Historical Go- s lon 9. Historical significance. Include explanation of cultural period; value (assign C permanent value to sites that might be reconstructed for teaching purposes; transitory value applies to prehistoric sites now in the process of, or needing, excavation); importance (such as association with important persons or events), The New Haven and Northampton Canal was completed to the Connecticut River in 1835. It was an amazing feat of engineering: the eighty mile trip had 60 locks along the way. The average depth was four feet. Aqueducts carried the canal over natural waterways. Sy horse -drawn canal boats, the journey took about 24 hours. Begun with high hopes and much local capital, the canal had failed by 1847. Spring freshets, droughts, beavers and the opening of. the railroad contributed to its downfall. Its life span corresponded to the nationwide canal building epidemic which began shortly following the completion of the Erie Canal in 1825. In some Jacksonian capitalist canal schemes the public sector invested as heavily as the private; the canals were impractical in the northeast where winter weather conditions shortened the season and were soon eclipsed by the growing railroad network which was less dependent on mild climate and flat land surfaces. The end of this remarkable manmade water route was at a bend in the Connecticut River, known as the Honey Pot. Several lock remains are evident, as well as filling ponds, tow paths, watering hole and storehouse foundation. The Northampton Bicentennial. and Historical Commissions hoped to ha the site purchase or gift --for restoration. Although Lane Construction Company of ?Meriden, Connecticut has refused to consider public ownership, it is felt important that the site be saved. Many artir'�.�s- surface finds -have been located. As soon as possible, an archeological dig is planned. The site is relatively untouched, and certainly of permanent and transitory value. the presence of an apartment cor7lex to the east and the encroachment of the construction company on the west point to probable destruction of the site over the next decade. 10. Bibliography, references and /or documentation. Hurd, James, Canal Report, 1826. Harte, Charles Rufus, Connecticut's Canals Reprinted from the 54th Annual Report of the Connecticut o ci ety of Civil 1 Enq nee March 16, Ono Map -Plan of the City of Northampton, 1831 Manning, Alice, she Impossible Dream: Northampton as a Seaport and Port of Wintry. Daily Hampshire Gazette April 30, 1968 Lbnovan, alliam P. The New Haven and Nori:ha: ton Canal Chap::- The Northampton Book Alan So Browne, Inc. Brattleboro, j., 1954 3/73 FORM F STRUCTURE MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (north of Rt. 9) Connecticut River Railroad Bridge ent use ent owner railroad bridge of structure (check one) 4. Map. Draw sketch of structure location in gate relation to nearest cross streets, buildings, kiln other structures, natural features. Indicate lighthouse north. other r DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 4M -5-73- 075074 (Rev. 1 76) (over) Northampton 5. Description Date In Area no. Form np. i q A as crossing Connecticut River Source plaque on bridge Construction material iron Dimensions ZO' x Z500' 6. Recorded by Organization Date 1887 NHC pound powder house street tower tunnel wall windmill 1y� Setting near 1-91 and Rt. 9 Condition good E. Lonergan May Z980 C. Original owner (if known) railracd bridge C riginal use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development C L884 and 1895 Atlases. Conservation, Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This bridge was built for the Mass. Central. Railroad. The lire split off the main north -south railroad in the center of town and herrt1ed east north of ridge St. After crossing the river the railroad continued east through Hadley and Belchertown to ajunction with the Athol line. The bridge crosses over Elwell's Island, and has two abutments there. A All of the abutments are made of granite. On the Northampton end of the bridge are two oval plaques. The first states: G.M. Tompson- Z887- Chief Eng'r, and the second: R.F. Hawkins- Builder- Sprinfield. Mr Hawkins was one of the most prominent bridge builder ,f the late 19th century. His iron bridges can be found throughout New England and the surrounding states. 10. Bibliography and /or references such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M-5-73-075074 (Rev. 1 76) (over) Setting :SS rnnnPrti ng =sri due St. (Nnrthamntnn issell Et. (Hadley) across Conn. river. Calvin Coolidge Memorial Bridge ent use ent owner of structure (check one) house V 5. Description Source Official Memorial Look Construction material_,butment Dimensions 1 44 0 long- 50' wide Condition Northampton x In Area no. 1939 bridge pound powder house street tower tunnel wall windmill good 6. Recorded by lonergan ::HC Organization Feb. 1980 Date Form no. B steel on concrete 7. Original owner (if known) )riginal use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Tmres (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development bridge with stylized eagles at the corners. County of Hampshire Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation x 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Calvin Coolidge itemorial Bridge was dedicated Oct. 12, 1939. Constructed of steel, the bridge rests on two concrete abutments and our concrete river piers. The architects were Desmond and Lord, of Boston, while P >_aurice -:eidy D and the W. L. engineering Co., also of Boston, served as consulting engineers. '='heconcrete abutments are designed in the :'monumental" style of the 1930's, and adorned Northampton and Hadley were two of the earliest towns in western :'ass achusetts, and were first joined by ferry across the Connecticut diver in 1658. Curing 1803 a company was incorporated for the purpose of constructing a bridge. This first bridge was built "1808 and was used for rice years'. The next brid-e was built form plans of Captain Isaac Damon, the well 'mown Northampton bri. -P builder and architect. This bridge was destroyed in 182L by flood waters. In 1326 a ne-•- covered bride was built, under a joint contractwith Captain Isaac 7a-on and _thiel Towne. This bridge remained in use until 1877, when a tornado lifted it from the piers and dropped it into the water. The next bridge '•as an iron bridge, built in 1877 by the Canton 'Wrought Iron Bridge Co. of Chic. Turin:; the early Mears of this century there was talk of a new bridge, but it wasn't until after the disasterous flood of 193.6 that much was done about it. The result was the present bridge, a ;memorial to Calvin Coolidge, "Northampton's most notable contribution to U.C. history". continued. 10. Bibliography and /or references such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc. Calvin. Coolidge :'emori al Bridge— Official Souvenir an d Tribute Book, Cct. 12, 1939 Northampton, .':1D INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSUl'1S HISTORICAL CC ff SS I ON Office of the Secretary, Boston form which is being i= �:oria} ridge Indicate each item on inventory g continued below. 9. Historical Significance. A plaque at the entrance to the bridge suss up his achievements: 1872 1933 Calvin Coolidge Thirtieth President of the United States 1923 1929 :'ice President of the United States 1921- 192' Governer of Massachusetts 1919 1920 Lt. Governer of Massachusetts 1916-1918 President of the Massachusetts Senate 1914 -1915 Massachusetts State Senator 1912 -1915 Mayor of 'Northampton 1910 -1911 Member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives 1907 -1905 Born in Plymouth, Vermont July 4th 1872 Dieu in Northampton Massachusetts January 5th 1933 A grateful State and Nation have erected this bridge in Commemoration of his distinguished services. 1939 Staple to Inventory form at bottom Community: Northampton Form No: 1y -g Property Name: Calvin Coolidge LL3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston LJrd.W SRC Le1L 01, UULLLLLL1s 1Vl.r GLL1VLL in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) •ess Florence (Northampton) 98 Spring Street /Meadow e Mahoney Farm ;ent use Residence Sent owner Lawrence L. Lacroix ;ription: 1815 Sheffeld, Charles ource History of Florence, Mass. 3- Federal Unknown In Area no. Form no. 22B1 Exterior wall fabric Bracketed Outbuildings (describe) none dormers Altered yP G• pnrti rn Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Other features Dormer windows; irregular fenestration; 11/2 stories Approximate frontage 53.5 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by Lori Komaromi Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date 1 �i it 'y JUN 4 19 MASS. HIST. COMM. y, Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Captain Julius Phelps Residence 9. Historical significance (include of themes checked above) Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement x invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation The Mahoney Farm is significant as bei g one of the first houses to be erected in the village of Florence. Its first owner was Captain Julius Phelps who resided here in 1815. The Mahoney family carte to live here and added were dormer windows. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Sheffeeld, Charles, History of Florence, I tts Springfield, I,'ass. 1894, Charles Stark; local historian of Florence Mass. 3/73 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Q (over) n Northampton -ess 53 Corticelli St. Le sent use residence sent owner 2ription: Z860 -73 ource Map and Atlas e hitect Exterior wall fabric cZapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features decorative shingles in gc barge boards and wide boarding; one story bay window on facade. gal Altered Date Moved Date [i== n 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre [P Approximate frontage In Area no. Form no. 22B -Z8 Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date June 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 1 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z860 County Map. 1373, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: l890-3l, 1 -89, 1875-76. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 138 -P. 389 and 339, 202 -89 and 90. Prospect St. was laid out around Z860 atop the western terrace of the t4ill River just above the three water privileges that Florence developed around. The "prospect" is a fine view of the Florence meadows, extending westerly and northerly. The first owner of this house was James Robertson, a foreman at the Florence Setting :.47(hine Co. This is a T- shaped house with one and -a -half story gabled ends. gabels all have fish -scale shingles and decorative barge boards. Wide boarding is 'used as bettcourses connecting the window sills and lintels, and there is a one story, three -sided by window on the front projection. A small porch is alcng the northern side of this front projection, and has square posts, arched poenings and a solid balustrade. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 'L. 111 LC41. LJL U.. �a.�..VU va vw.....a in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. a C Z 1 1 3 (over) Northampton ress 25 Corticelli Street ie sent use residence sent owner Priscilla Shaw cription: 1860 -73 ;ource Map and Atlas e hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 1 story front porch with turned posts and decorative brackets 1 story Ride by Altered 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. E. Lonergan NHC Date February 1980 1 L-Vc Form no. 22B -25 clapboard Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) C Jriginal use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation: 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Prospect St. was laid out around 1860 on top of the sloping west bank of the Mill River. A fine view of the Florence meadows could be ob ained from this point. By 2823 most of the street had been developed with small cotta es. This one -and -a -half story cottage is ornamented with a one -story bay window on the southern side and a one -stroy front porch. The porch has a projecting cornice, turned posts with carved brackets and a simple balustrade. The windows have six over six sashes and plain surrounds, with a slight molding at the top. 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1873 -74 88 -89 Registry of Deeds: 3k. 188 P. 398 and 399, 202 89 and 90. V FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 1V1d4J... LL avr ac��,o�,a. v1 o...._....._ in relation to nearest cross streets and buildings. Indicate north. (over) 'ess Se nt use cription: 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. i Form no. Northampton 11 Corticelli Street sent owner Stanley Frances 1860 -73 E. Lonerqan NHC 22B -29 Wichowski Date February 1980 C source Map and Atlas e hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 1 story front porch w h turned posts, balu�t_er s. and decora- tive brackets Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) riginal -use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1859 Isaac' Parsons et aZ. filed a subdivision plan for part of Park St.., and Mea1ow and Prospect Streets. Prospect St was located atop the eastern terrace of the Mill River and had a fine view westward across the Florence Meadows. By 1873 the street hart been mostly built up with cottages for the workers of the Florence Mfg. Co. or tae Nonotuck Silk Mills, both nearby on the Mill River. This house is one and -a -half stories tall with gable end to the street and a one -and -a -half story gabled projection on the northern side. A prominent _2 of the house is the one -story front porch. This has turned posts, ornate bracket, a simple balustrade. Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 188 -P. 398 and 399, 202 and 90. 147 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date a Northampton cress 153 Pine Street sent use residence sent owner Ethel Clark hitect In Area no. Form no. 22B -31 c1840 ource visual evidence Greek Revival Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 1 -story wrap around porcl with Tiisran rnl mm�a, pnfi n taav wits sidelights and wide architrave Altered porch Date early 20t8 Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC February 1980 itTbk riginal owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8.. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This compact, 11 story residence is located on the road to the lower bridge crossing in Florence.. It. predates Florence's rise to industrial prominence, and probably predates Florence itself, as that name was given to this general area in the early 1850's when the Post Office was•estab- lishedo 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map 1854 1860 County Maps 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases 371 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4.:' iVlap. Craw 'nc6Vtt vt uuaauau6 a.J1.. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. iczn cz2] to. (over) e Date i Northampton •ess 159 Pine St. :ription: _.hitect W_ i Organization In Area no. Form no. 22B -32 S. Porter House ;ent use nursing home Sent owner Donald P. and James R. Wade c. 1885 ource Atlas and Publication Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features black brick banding, cut ne lintels, 3 two -stroy bays -one with Stick- Style porch and polygonal roof 2 -story front Altereckddi an Datemid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Pratt and Son NHC May 1980 brick Over one acre C Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Samuel Porter residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural m Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large brick house has been very altered with the two -story brick additions to the front of the building, but is still worth documenting for its late l9th century decorative work. Mr. Porter was the superintendent of the iVorotuck Silk Co. crrd Zso served as president of the Florence Savings Bank. Thus, he was in °a pos- ition to have his house designed by the firm of William F. Pratt and Son. Mr. Pratt was Northampton's most prominent and prolific architect of the second half of the 19th century. He began his own business in the late Z830's after working with his father, Thomas Pratt, the master carpenter for a number of years. In 2882 he admitted his son. William F. Pratt Jr. into a partnership. It is unknown which member of the part- nership played the majow role in the Porter douse. 1 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1260 County Map. 1373, 1884 and :895 Atlases. ';ort.ha'ntpon Directory: Z888 -89, Z895 -96. Leading .fanufacturers and Marchants of Central and Western Massachusetts, 1386 p.303. 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `t. iviap. L nw. oar........ in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 22B -39 ,ess 34 Corticelli Street Le Northampton sent use residence sent owner Frederick Dorothy ix Y cription: 1860 -73 Source ie ;hitect Exterior wall fabric Asbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) Other features entrance canopy with( out brackets 1 story side porch. gable roof with wide eaves, kingpost and collar -tie Altered sided Date mid 20th C. Moved Date IMO aff• 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonerqan NHC February 1980 7.,iriginal owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates res idpnr -P 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development early maps, etc.) x Florence M; q. Co. Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Prospect St. was laid out between Z859 and Z86Z aZcng the top of the western terrace of the Mill River. The "prospect" was a fine view of the Florence meadows extending westerly and northerly. By Z873 most of the street had been developed with small cottages. Most of them were individually owned, but a,few had been erected by two local industries, the Nonotuck Silk Co. and the Florence Mfg. Co. This house is one and -a -half stories tall with gable end to the Es,reet and a porch along the southern side. The porch has chamfered pests with cut -out brackets, a simple balustrade and lattice base. The slate roof has widely projecting eaves with king -post and collar -tie, whiZe there is an entrance canopy with large cut -out brackets, and the windows have raking hoods. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases *Torthampton Directory: 1890-91 gi stry of Deeds: 3.k. 188 -P. 389 and 399, 202 -89 and 90. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. C18, 1h/ Vic1.AC G 20M- 5.73 -075m4 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 5. Lot size: Northampton ess 1 T119 Street :Prophylactic Brush Co. ent use Factory plant ;ent owner _A Real ty Trust IS( In Area no. Form no. 22 B- 3ription: 1866 Daily Hampshire Gaze t to ource October 30, 1866 e Victorian Industrial hitect E. C. Gardne Exterior wall fabric Brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features tower 1st addit.-1885, 2nd -1893 Altered 3 buil dgs.added ate 1902 Moved Date Cne acre or less Over one acre x proximate frontage A pproximate distance 40 feet Z. Kai 6. Recorded by Organization Commission Date 378 feet of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Florence Manufacturing Co. Original use Manufacture of buttons, daguerr oty cases, toilet brushes Subsequent uses (if any) and dates May 1937® manuf. of tooth powder 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry x Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The year 1366 is significant for the beginnings of the Florence h".anufac turing Co. or that known commonly today as the Pro hylactic Brush Co. The ideas and subsequent plans were drafted by George Burr a prominent builder in Florence (he had experience with the Florence Soaring Machine buildgs It is relevant to mention the name of E.C. Gardner an eminent architect who lived in Florence and designed this structure as well as noteworthy townhouses in Springfield. The company began with the relatively obscure manufacture of buttons, jewels and revolver boxes. However, the year 1885 saw the advent of the internationally known Pro tooth brush with its ornate handles. By 1929, it was recognized as the world's largest manufacturer of a brand name toothbrush. In 1874 the devastating Mill River flood embraced the structure and caused severe. damage to the lower story. A series of additions fo7.lo ed the first being in 1385, the second in 1893 and finally: three now buildings were added in 1902.. It wasn't until 1924 that the Florence Manufacturing Co. changed its name to Pro -phylactic Brush. Having enjoyed a rather prosperous business, (it opened a Canadian factory in 1925), the company acquired Pro- phylactic Tooth Powder, Inc. in 1937 thereby installing a small plant for the manufacture of the powder. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazettes June 19, 1866, October 30, 1866, April 2, 1867, April 17, 1929 June 20, 1902, September 3, 1924, May 30 1937. ''A Chronicle of Industry on the bill River," Smith College Studies in Hi.s for V0 XXI, Nos. 1-4 3/73 FORM B BUILDING 371 7 77 (over) I Northampton ess Nonotuck Street Nonotuck Silk Co. ent use Industrial ent owner Pro Brush riptiuu: 1850 early 20th Century ,urce Maps and atlases itect rior ‘vaii f :L ric Brick uildings (describe) r features red additions Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Organization NHC Date April 1, 1980 In Area no. Form no. 22B -43 E. Lonergan late 19th Date 20th C. ICa 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Commercial Industrial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The ,rte Commerce Cornrnunieati()n Community dcvelol't:,ent Nonotuck Silk Co. Conservation Education X Explorati• :z n/ settlement industry Politic it I Recreation Religion Science,' invet:tic:r, Social. hum .a: is lransr.ortatio 9. Historica: signii:ic• i (ia.lud_ explanation of themes checked above The Nonotuck Silk Co. was organized in 1855 by Samuel L. Hill, Samuel Hinckley, Edwin Eaton, Alfred Lilly, Lucius and Ira Dimock, and J.D. Atkins. This company took over the site of the Northampton SiZk Co., which had been established in 1836, and operated by the Northampton Association for Education and Industry during the early 1840's. The new company built a brick miZZ and from the very beginning was a success. The business steadily increased and in'1866 the company was incorporated. New buildings were added at this site and the Company expanded to Leeds, Haydenville and Hartford, Conn. The firm manufactured `machine twist, sewing, embroidery, rope, etching, and knitting silks in fast colors also silk hosiery and underwear." Their trade names, "Nonotuck" and "CorticelZi "were known throughout the country- By the turn of the century 800 hands were employed and between five and six thousand pounds of raw material a week were used in production. The original incorporators were all residents•of Northampton and remained as directors and officers of the company for the remainder of their lives. This was the largest and most important industrial concern in Florence and the directors played a leading role in many other area business activities. The company continued to grow well into the 20th century. The First World War, with its cutoff of German textiles, caused a great expansion, and this carried through into the early 1920's, the period of greatest local production. In 1921 the company passed out of local hands with its merger with the Brainerd and Arm- strong Co. The new firm was named the Corticelli Silk Co. and incorporated in Connecticut. (con °t). 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps. etc.) 1831 Town Map 1854 1860 County Maps 1873, 1884, 1895 1915 Atlases History of Florence, ed. by Casheffield, 1895 "A Chronicle of Industry on the Mill River Smith College Studies in History Volume 21 1935 -36 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 3 gR R.c Ss gAtten OF 20M -5- 73-075074 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. MHC Photo no. AI go 1 f1 \AMLA►-6- E 0� 6L Jt C -5- 57 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 5 over) Florence (Northampton) ess Meadow Street ent use Residence ent owner Theodore Blauvelt ription: In Area no. Ross Farm 1830 ►urce Gazette 1953 itect 1/2 house; later barn unknown Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Ba rn Other features Form no. 22c -(aff, r•lAphoarrls house 21 atori es with nri ginal firPplarP$, adrii ti nnsa harn with cupola Altered a ddi t nns Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Over one acre x 00 feet Approximate distance of building from street 40 feet MASS. HIST. COMM. r 6. Recorded by Agnes Shea Organization Northampton Hi stori cal Co mrni s si o n F. y.: F t Date yep t e L'e r- I'94` MAY 5 1976 4- 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Farm Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Northampton Association< 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Theodore BlIrt Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural x Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry x Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 5 9. Historical. significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This property is interwoven with the early history of Florence and has been of importance in later years. The farm includes the first tract of land granted to one of the original proprietors of Northampton within the territory now known as Florence. In 1657 John Broughton received the grant of a tract of this meadow land. Although it remained in Broughton' s possession only 18 years, the name persisted and it was known as Broughton' s Meadow for nearly 200 years. In 1675 Broughton sold his grant to Joseph Parsons, probably Cornet Joseph Parsons, who built the house on Bridge Street, now th Northampton Historical Society, for Cornet Parsons' son, Samuel Fars s, was one of four men granted a permit in 1861 to erect a saw mill near Broughton Meadow, and the site chosen was near the silk mill dam. In 1798, Gaius Burt of Northampton roved to Broughton' s Meado and bought 30 acres. He built a house a few rods east of the present homestead which was built about 1830 by his son, Theodore Burt. In 1835 the property was purchased by Samuel :•ani tmarsh, pioneer in the silk culture here. He planted 15 acres of this meadow land to choice cuttings of,rulberry trees. The collapse of the mulberry craze in the late 30' s threw the property on the market. The property was bought by Samuel Hill, Joseph Conant, William Coe, and George Benson, for the projected Northampton Association of Education and Industry. After this had been given up, the land was bought by Austin Ross and remained in the Ross family until 1927. After 1927 the farm was operated by different tenants when it was purchased by Henry W. Marsh of Hatfield. It was purchased by the Blauvelts in 1927. Raise on this dch hi s land mulberry .trees, tobacco S po tobacco es 10. Bibliograp iy and /or re erences (s as oca7 histories, ee s, asse sor s records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette Residents. 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. north. NHC June 1980 uaLe Setting °7orthampton .c Name :iginairesidence resent PTION: Source Style Architect Outbuildings Public (Staple additional sheets here) 97 Ryan Rd. residence Area Form no. 22D -9 hip:ElPrivate individual Private organization riginal owner last third of the 19th century visual e1)iden Exterior wall fabric clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreageone acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) This one- and-a -half story house has its gable end to the street and an eZZ on the western side. A continuous, one -story porch extends across the three -bay facade, along the western side, and then across the front of the side ell. The porch has a hipped roof, projecting cornice, turned posts with fancy brackets and a balustrade with simple, square balusters. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) 6y This house is representative of the Victorian res,dences built on the road between Florence and West Farms. This road fcrst appears on the Z831 map of the town, but only as a connecting route. The some is true of the 2860 map. It's not until the 2873 atlas that any development is represented. The atlas shows over a dozen houses, Located on both sides of the road near the village of Florence. Today the road has been almost completely developed residentially. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 2794 and 2831 Town Mc s. 2854 and 2860 County maps. i873, 1884 and Z895 Atlases. 20M -2/80 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston map. 1-IL ;t W Anc Len vL JL L in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton less Z4 -Z6 Cross St. .e Se nt use residence Sent owner �ription: ource e „hitect Exterior wall fabric Other features Organization NHC In Area no. Z860 -73 Map and Atlas Outbuildings (describe) 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Date June 2980 Form no. 22D -82 cZapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street !S5 C Original owner (if known) Original use residential Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) ,r'>iiotu.jk Silk Co. Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation This double house was built on -lot no. Z2 of the 53 -lot subdivision south of the Mill River opposite the Nono Silk MiZZs and the Greenville Mfg. Co. It first appears on the Z873 atlas and was owned by the Nonotuck Co. throughout the Z9th century. The house is two stories height with low- pitched gable roof to the side and one- and -a -half story ells on either side. The main block has a five -bay f acade with central entrance. This entrance has two doorways and is covered by a portico with hipped roof and chamfered posts. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z860 County Map. Z873, 1884 and 2825 Atlases. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date June Z980 cross streets and other buildings Date or geographical features. Indicate north. Style Moved Vorthampton Z49 Ryan Road is Name riginal residence resent residence hip: Q Private individual Private organization riginal owner PTION: Source Atlas and visual evidence Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings Public c. Z900 Major alterations (with dates) Approx. acreage Zess than one acre Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 22D -102 Date C C ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house features decorative shingles in both gables, a one -story hipped roof porch with projecting cornice, turned posts and fancy brackets, balu- strade and lattice base, and a hipped roof by window on tr:2 facade.. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Ryan Road connects the village of Florence to the rural community of West Farms, both within the city boundaries of Northampton. The road first appears on the Z831 map of Northampton, but only as ac connecting route. Not until the Z873 atlas does any development show up along the read. By the turn of the century the northernmost third of the road, near Florence,had been almost completely lined with smaZZ houses on both sides. During the twentieth century, particularly after WW 11 the rest of the rood was developed as part of the suburban movement. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Z794, 1831 Town Maps. Z360 County Map. Z873, Z884 and Z895 Altases. 201 -2/S0 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston :ent owner Saul Perlmutter and Exterior wall fabric clapboard in relation, to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Q (over) 1 Northampton ess e Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered remodeled Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 23A -2 NEC Susan Zonderman June 1980 Date c 1890 x Over one acre 7. C C Original owner (if known) Samuel W. Lee Jr. and Nathan B. Hussey Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Samuel Lee and Nathen Hessey bought half an acre of land fronting on Meadow St. for $180 in early 18670 A few months later they sold the property with "our dwelling house thereon" for 51 to Oscar Powell. Within the next decade the house was owned by two other owners before Omer Smith bought it in 187© Mr. Smith was a foreman in the finishing department of the Nonotuck Silk Co. The house was most likely remodeled during Mr. Smith's owner- ship, as much of its detailing seems post 1870® The house featuBes fish -scale shinzles in the front gable, a one story bay window on the facade and a half porch on th facade, with gabled entrance, spindle frieze, turned posts with brackets and a turned balustrade® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records. early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 335 -P© 333, 319 -313, 312 -272, 308 -67, 24' -421, 24 -28 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston T 1V1ap. L t d YC:' J Ill. Iola LL t,s VIAL au as 15 av LaaeLVaa' in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) LL aitect 1 Northampton •ess e ;ent use ;ent owner :ription: c. 1873 In Area no. Form no. 23A -3 27 Meadow St. Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas DaTene 1980 residence Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features x Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NEC E. Paul Brown Date Over one acre [5t 7. Original owner (if known) William Gerhardt Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation C 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) William Gerhardt bought half an acre of land fronting on Meadow St. for $400 in 1873© There is some confusion Between the 1873 atlas and the deed record but appears as if the house was built around this time. Mr0 Gerhardt is listed in the directory as a die sinker and later as a saloon keeper. His residence was maintained on Center St® (now Middle St.) in Florence, and this double house must have been rented out® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1880 County Map. o 1873, 1884 and1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 306 -Pa 496, 293 -89, 290 -291. Northampton Directory: 1875 -76, 1885 -8S 15 The house is two and -a -half stories in height with gable roof to the side and two wall, gables in the facade. Both wall gables have "Gothic" six over six sash windows within, while the rest of the windows on the house are rectangular with six over six sashes. The five -bay facade is covered by a one -story porch with hipped roof, projecting cornice, turned posts with brackets, balustrade and gabled entrance0 A smaller pedimented porch with fluted suare posts and shingled base site atop the lower porch above the entrance. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston map. craw sketcn 01 uuttuIng iue tiivu in relation to nearest cross streets arid other buildings. Indicate north. rj Q 1:7 Z/ Ea a h w s r Cm/.rr -E, R. cs3 ST (over) In Area no. n Northampton °ess Le 30 Park Street sent use residence sent owner James Dorothy Shepard �ription: c1850 ource Reg. of Deeds Map e uhitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 1 story wrap around rc with turned posts decorative brac— kets, 6 x 6 windows Altered sideporch encloteeitk 20th C. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC Form no. 23A -11 February 1980 7. Original owner (if known) t riginal use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development C early maps, etc.) 1854 1860 County Maps Registry of Deeds: Bk.. Northampton Directory: rps i c3'nr•p. Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases 243- P.331, 202 -89 90 1888 -89 90 -91 Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In Z854 Isaac Parsons filed a subdivision plan for Park, Meadow and Prospect Sts. By 1860 five cottages were shown on the western side of Park St. just south of the cemetery. Mr. Parsons owned three and Miss Adaline Bowers owned two. All of the cottages are one and -a -half stories in height ,.with gable end to the street, but they are not identical. Different window treatments, decorative work, porches and additions vary the pattern. This house features six over six sash windows, a slate roof, and porch with turned posts, brackets and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, 37M-7.-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston rc C: n f. map. craw- sKeccu 01 UUllutttg' ivC cvuvu in relation' to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. 'n Northampton ress 26 Park Street le sent use residence sent owner John Nolan Estelle Bontempi source Maps le m. ,;hitect 1854 -1860 Form no. 23A -13 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 1 story wrap around rc: with decorative brackets, 1 story bay window on facade Altered 2 story addi— tions, front side Moved Date Date late 19th C 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonerqan NHC February 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Jriginal use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) C Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This sprawling-cottage is one of two owned by Miss Adaline Bowers on the 2860 map. Lots had been Zaid out by E.W. Eaton in 2846 -47 for reidential development along what later became Park, Maple, Pine and West Center Sts. Most of Park St. was developed early and with substantial lots. On the western side of the street five cottages were built prior to 2860 just south of the cemetery. In 1360 two were owned by Miss Bowers and three by Isaac Parsons. By 2873 all five had been sold to individual owners. The original cottage seems to have been a one- and -a -half story, gable end to the street structure. Additions were made on the southern side and at t(,.. northern end of the facade. A one story porch with posts, balustrade and brackets was also added. There is an oversized entrance with sidelights and pilasters and two full length sash windows on the facade under the porch, while a one story bay window projects from the facade addition. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 1860 County Plaps 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 283 -P.87, 242 -289, 220 -31 Northampton Directory: 1882 -83 37m-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. map. Draw AI1G1l la in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) G nm ess e ;ent use �ription: Northampton 22 Park Street residence sent owner Justin Ellen Stone ;ource P1+ ;hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 1 story front porch, decorative shingles in gable, large first floor facade window with tran— Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC February 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This two- and- a=half story house was built around the turn of the century on Park St., one of Florence's finest residential streets. The, first known owner and occupant was Arthur Ware, the owner of a meat market on Maple St. in Florence, who was first listed here in the 1906 directory. The house features fish -scale shingles in the gables, a slate roof, oversize forst floor facade window with leaded transom and a front porch with posts, small brackets and a balustrade with turned balusters. 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bkm588- P,125, 522 -397 Northampton Directory: 1906 16 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. V) Nr 1 J f J i NvrN D O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant Pi ,v g 5-r- R..� r MHC Photo no. K (over) Florence (Northampton' ass 18 Park Street Kyle Estate ant use Residence ant! owner Paul L. Smith ription: Circa 1865 iurce 1884 Atlas of Northampton Stick In Area no. T;' orrn no. 23 A -1,j Exterior' wall fabric Approximate frontage _40 fwR Bracketed Outbuildings (describe) None Other features gable roof, second floor loggia, lattice work rte!" FLORPt c f al Altered no Date U LG. C F 0 Moved no Date NO tZTNN 4 Ot'4 5. Lot size: Less than one acre X Over one acre 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by i,. Knmaromi Organization Northamp ton stori cad Commission Date March a 1 97 w MAY 5 1976 (ii A :33. H T. 09:....1. 7. Original owner (if known) Francis 0a Rosbrook Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) /tit 'a This interesting residence was first constructed as a one and -a -half story "Carpenter Gothic" cottage in the early 1850's. Francis Rosbrook bought 4 1/2 acres bn "Old Oil Mill Rdo from Samuel Hill in 1850 for ?300. Two years later he sold half of the premises with a "dwelling house" back to Mr. Hill for 51000© The property passed through three other owners before being purchased by Oscar Kyle in 1884. Mr© Kyle was treasurer and manager of the Florence Machine Co., and soon after purchasing the property had local architect Charles Jon "remodel" the old cottage. The original cottage was elevated one story and a three story octagonal tower added at the south western corner of the house© The original board and batten covering, bargeboards and ornate porch were all kept, while the new forst floor had a complementary front Porch added© In sum this is one of the most intersting houses in the city for its meshing if mid and late 19th century motifs. A large two- and- a -hhif story ear±iage house is located in the rear of the property. This has decorative shingle Patterns and a three -story tower on the norther side with flaring cornice roof. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 1888 -89. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 410- P.337, 171 -362, 154 -255, 144 -184, 144-182 ar..d, 133 -431. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess e A. Estabrook House Sent "use residence sent owner Justin Ellen Stone cription: source Reg. of Deeds Atlas e Bracketed hitect Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Northampton 14 Park Street 1884 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC Form no. Lb 23 A— February 1980 c ��J ()riinal owner (if known) Original use 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In Z884 AZansoii Estabrook nought the northern part of Amos Eldredge's Park St. homestead for $850. As the atlas shows Mr. Estabrook's house, it must have been built during that year. Mr. Estabrook was superintendent of the Florence Manufacturing Co. The house is too- and -a -half stories tall, L- shaped and features an assortment of brackets in its decorative trim. Cut -out brackets are used on a frieze 1rd under the raking cornices of the roof gables, while brackets with pendants ,rn the chamfered posts of the front porch, and smaZZ modillions support the slightly arched window lintels. A two -story bay window projects from the southern side of t house. 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.387 -P,325 Northampton Directory: 1884 -85 Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Alanson C. Estabrook residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Iu Area no. Form no. 23A -17 Northampton 'ess 10 Park Street S ent use cription: A. Eldridge House residence sent owner Salvatore M. Elaine Tagliareni 1857 -60 ;ource Reg. of Deeds Map Bracketed :hitect ets and frieze, 1 story wrap— around porch with turned posts and decora— ted brackets Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date February 1980 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features boxed cornice with bi_ck- C Original owner (if known Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Amos Eldridge residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development r Political Transportation 1 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 1860 County Maps 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk..173 —Pe393 Yistoru of Florence, ed. by Charles Sheffield, 1895 p. 187. i6 y 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1857 Amos Eldridge purchased a little more than an acre of land from Smuel Hill for $200. As hfr. Eldridge was a carpenter he probably built this house himself. He resided here through most of the Z9th century. The house is shown in a "View of Florence and Residences" dated about 1865 and reprinted in Sheffield's book. There the house seems to be pedimented and without brackets and the front porch. The change in the front gable probably took place in the 1870's, while the porch was prob- ably added Zate in the 19th century. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate, north.. T11 ST"R.ET I rte[NJNI DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. a (over) In Area no. Forni no. 23A -P3 1 Flnrenne (Northampton) ess 4 park Street Isaac: Paraong House eat use Rest dance ent owner Robert Mahar ription: 1860 Deed; Book 188. p.. 398 xurce 1859 Outbuildings (describe) High Victorian Gothic Exterior wall fabric wood none Other features Triangular pediment; irgn filigree. hip roof, winds recessed by arched, front verandah Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 90 feet Approximate distance of building from street 40 feet 6. Recorded by L. Komaromi Commission Date Organization Northampton Historical MAY 5 197E /65 riginal owner (if known) Isaac S. Parsons Original use- residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural W Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development w Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1850 Curtis- Parsons bought 3/4 of an acre at a bend in "Oil Mill Road" (now Park and Pine Sts.) from Samuel Hill for $150. Mr. Parsons, in conjunction with H.K. Macomber ran the silk mill o n the Mill River during the early 1850's. In Z853 he sold his homestead to Isaac Parsons (relationship unknown) for $2300. Isaac ran a store on LVonotuck St. and was appointed the village's first postmaster in Z852, a position he held for Z6 years. In the latter pat of the Z9th century the house was owned by Henry F. Cutler; one of the owners of the Cutler PZy•mpton c(1 Co grocery and d_ry goods business on Maple St. in Florence. The present house was built during the late 1860's from plans of E.C. Gardner. Mr. Gardner was a native of Florence, and began his architecturaZ career here in the late 1880's. Shortly thereafter he moved to Springfield, where he baoa;e a most prolific and rekncw'ned architect and writer. The house has suffered slightly from the loss of its cupola, but remains one of the most elegant of the 19th century residences in Florence. Of z:artioular interest is the rear barn and carriage house with its geometrical motifs. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 1860 County Maps 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk..151— P.105, 135 -167 istory of Florence Mass., edited by Charles A. Sheffield, 1895 p.187 riginal plans Dwelling House for I.S. Parsons (owned by R. Mahar) ibt FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 Northampton .ess 9 Park Street e E. Bray House ;ent use residence ;ent owner Grace Pease ;ription: 1871 -73 ource Reg. of Deeds Atlas 6. Recorded by Organization Date Iti Area no. Form no. 23A -19 Bracketed hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features molded cornice with and brackets, front porch with, posts and decorative brackets, 1 story side bay Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street NHC Date Date E. Lonergan February 1980 7.Criginal owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Eliphalet Sarah Brat residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural- Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes This house was built in the early Z870's for EliphaZet and Sarah Bray. J. Bray was employed as a lather. During the 1880's the property zas owned and occupies by George Hoadley, principal of the Florence High School. The house is two- and -a =half stories in height with gable end he street and a one -story porch alien the three -bay facade. Trere is also a one- bay window on the southern side. Brackets are used under the eaves, with the chamfered posts on the porch, and under the bay window's cornice. Small modillicfs support the sills and the slightly arched cornices of the windows. 1 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.378- Po295, 283 -327 Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1888 -89 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. JJraw sKeLc:cc in relation to nearest cross streets arid'; other buildings. Indicate north. T,, (over) Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered remodeled Date c. Z900 Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date Northampton ent use In Area no. Form no. 234 -2Q ess Z3 Park St, :ription: hitect Haven House Queen Anne residence ;ent owner Murray and Isabelle Cameron c. Z850, Z900 ource Re of Deeds and Directories Feb. Z980 C Original owner (if known) Edwin Eaton Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x x 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation In Z858 William Haven bought Zot no. Z of Edwin Eaton's "Village Lots", with buildings and other irrprovernents for l000. y A simple one -and- a- half story cottage with gable end to the street and entrance on the southern si4e is shown in the 1895 History of Florence. This was transformed into the present structure within the next few years. Henry Haven, who had bought the property from the hiers of William Haven in 1870, but lived on the other side of Park St., is listed at t'' house in the Z900 directory. The remodeling was done to reflect his position as t .surer and general manager of the Florence Furniture Co. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Na;.s. 1873, 1834 and Z895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds:Bk. 283 -P. 409, 282 -139, 116 -350. :Tr!' of Florence, ed. by Charles Sheffield, 1395, p. 119. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of ouiiaing in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ea nJ .6, 1N v Ii --Cx v<.1 CET ZZ sT- DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ;ss In Area no. F1nranne (Northampton) ?1 Park Street Fall .Tudd House ant use Rpsi Bence ent owner Rutherford Platt ription: 1846 Original Cash Account aurce Hall Judd [71. d tect Unknown Exterior wall fabric Brick Outbuildings (describe) High Victorian Gothic none Other features 1 story. dentils, wood 1attire. dormer windows, balustrades. irregularity of bricks Altered ye s Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 90 f eet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by Lori Komaromi Form no. 23A -Zz Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date Apri l.!:..' 1 46.: ht 5 1976 7. Original owner (if known) Hall Judd Original use Residence �1( 'zbsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Hall Judd House is a notable structure still evident in Florence today. It was the _home of Mr. Judd, a clerk of The Northampton Association of Education and Industry. The latter was a transcendalist institution providing for members of the industrial community and their families- moral, literary, scientific and mechanical instruction. Mr. Judd made very concise, copious notes on each building feature. The total cost for the entire house including labor was under $1200.00. In 1851, Mrs. Francis Judd took over the residence and occupied it until 1894. Architecturally speaking, the house is characteristic of High Victorian Industrial Gothic Mode® Its delicate balustrades and curious Flemish brick work are very appealing design elements. Its durability is unquestionable. Lest we forget, the house is significant by the mere occurence of a hidden staircase. It is strongly suggested that the. edifice served as an underground rail station aiding and abetting the transport of slaves. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Original Cash Account of Hall Judd, Sheffeld, Charles. Tie Histor of Florence i, r .ss. Springfield, Mss. 1894 37th -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 'lll'r iii''! t iviap. LI a Snell a vi �uriut11 iv uclvu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. indicate north. (over) •n ress ie sent use In Area no. Form no. 23A -23 sent owner Mary Hanley cription: ni uhitect Northampton 27 Park Street residence 1895 source Reg. of Deeds Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard_ Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date Altered Moved Date. 5. Lot size• One acre or less Over one acre Date February 1980 Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Original owner (if known) Original use use 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) c Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development .r Edwin, B Brewer residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of-two identical houses built in the mid 1890's next to each on Park St. Charles Gould bought 1/4 of an acre on the east side of Park St., north of West Center St. in 189.5 and sold the land in two parcels within a few onths. This parcel was bought by Edwin Brewer, a carpenter, who, possibly constructed both houses. The 2895 atlas shows the tow houses. The houses feature slate hipped roofs, pedimented gables with fish -scale shingles and wrap- around porches with turned posts, brackets, balustrades with turned balusters and gabled entrances. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bko478 -Pa130 Northampton Directory: 1894 -95 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) .ess sent use Northampton 63 Park St. A. Shumway House sent owner Ernest and Marilyn Severance :ription: c. Z890 residence ource Atlases and visual evidence aitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre 4 Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergcm Organization NHC' Date June Z980 In Area no. Form no. 23A -30 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Albert W. Shurnvay residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation, 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large L- shaped house replaced a house that was on this site earlier. Albert Shumway acquired the property sometime before 1884 and had this house constructed. !4r. Shwrnvay was a co -owner of Shurrway and Riley, stove dealers, plumbers and pipers, located on Main. St. in Florence. The house features hipped gables with decorative shingle work within a vertical -board frieze, decorative shingle belt course between the first and second floor windows, and a one -story hipped roof front porch with turned posts, brackets and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 2834, 1895 arcs 1915 Atlases. ,7crthar, pton Directory. 1385 -86, 1838 -89. /7J FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 7L 6 Fl r>��r�j cs /NV ra f(10P. Lly (over) L FlnrPnr.e (Northampton) ess 67 Park Street o jrmrner Truth House ent use Restcienee ent owner Richard Hodges ription: Circa 1860 Sheffeld, Charles mrce History of Florence, Mass. Greek Revival Architect Unknown in Area no. Form no. Exterior wall fabric Bracketed 231-31 Outbuildings (describe) none Other features gable roof. two story rin rmpr windows Altered no Date Moved 5. Lot size: no Date Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 83 feet Approximate distance of building from street 25 feet 6. Recorded by Lori Komaromi Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date April r"" 1916— MAY 5 7976 (\riginal owner (if known) OriginaL use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Nathan Olnev residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1846 Nathan Olney bought lot no. 15 of Edwin Eaton's "Village Lots" for .100. Nine years later, in 1355, he sold his "homestead" to Thirza Taynton, wife of William Taynton for 4'600. i:`rs Taynton kept the propoerty until the late 1890's. This is a one- and -a -half story house with five -bay facade and an attached sun porch in the southern end. The 20th century siding has covered most 'etailing but a projecting frieze board is still evident and there is a pedi,rented portico covering the central entrance. 0. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 1860 County Maps 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.498- P.329, 162 -476, 117 -21 /711 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 20M -5- 73-075074 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buil ing1s. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric Wood Sre��T MHC Photo no. )MA 3T Er ET •N• V O>rr z Z c) G)L 1 (over) ess Northampton (Florence) ent use Residence ent owner Dr. Glade P. Hall ription: 1870 In Area no. Form no. 23A 3 74 Map1P Street E. B. House )urce 1884 Atlas of Northampton Second Empire dtect Unknown Outbuildings (describe) none Other features Mansard roof, cupol, dentils underneath roof= above windows Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 85 feet Approximate distance of building from street 25 feet 6. Recorded by L. Komaromi Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date MarchL6,_..1976 MAY 5 1976 C H T. Original owner (if known) riginal use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Elisha B. Howes residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural. x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation: 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) There has been a house on this site since the early 1850's. The 1854 map shows Joseph Martin as the owner. "Mr. Martin had joined the Northampton Association for Education and Industry in 1844 and quickly rose to the position of president, a position he held until the Community dissolved late in 1846. At than time S rruei Fill, a charter member of the NAEI, and his brother- in -law Edward Eaton purchased most of the flat table land that forms the center of Florence south of Plain St., and lots were sold for homestead purposes. There seems to be quite a difference between the house outline shown on the 1873 atlas and that on the 1834 atlas, leading to the opinion that this house was probably constructed for Elisha Howes, a truck;,an, acquired the property in 1881. The /louse is two stories in height with a flaring Mansard roof, arched dormers and a three story corner tower with flaring Mansard roof and oculi. Brackets are used under the projecting cornices. LO. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 1860 County Maps 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 361- P.265, 293 -103, 261 -297, 164 -480 137 -285 C 'ortharrpton Direc opy: 18888 -39. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. tRa in) t1 Le- (over) Date Northampton ress 60 Maple Street ie sent use residence sent owner Alexander Borawski cription: ;ource Maps hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) 6 Recorded by In Area no. Form no. 23A -38 1854 -1860 Italianate Organization NHC clapboard l i p Other features flat roof with wide( eaves, frieze and double brackets, entrance portico side bay decora— ted with double brackets_. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan Febraury 1980 P. Original owner (if known) Thomas Gladden O riginal use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1850 Thomas Gladden lot no. 19 of Ed'Jrn Eatons's "Village Lots" for $50. The 1854 map doesn't show a house on this site, but the 1860 map does, and the property remained in the Gladden family throughout the rent of the 19th century. The house is two stories in height with a flat roof. Double b ackets on a frieze board support the projecting cornice, and are also used on the -story bay window on the southern side and the portico on the facade. Under the portico is a slightly recessed doorway with flanking sidelights. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 1860 County Maps 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bke253 —Pm317 134 -201 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1VLd.p.. 1 d:W one LL .11 l.J1 ULLA. lAiLES.5 avv•+.e. v•..` in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 8 \,,,v.rr L 'E. r ST Efi d G7 (over) 1 Northampton In Area no. Form no. 23A -4Z .ess 40 -46 Maple St. e Cutler, Plympton and Co. ;ent use ;ent owner Hebert Sales and Service Inc. ;ription: commercial 1865, Z873 -1884 ource History of Florence, Atlases Exterior wall fabricasphalt siding Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered sided Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date June 1980 1 7. Original owner (if known) Godfrey and Baker Original use retail store Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) C Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce x Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 1 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1384, Z895 and 1915 Atlases. :Jorthc';ipton directory: 1385 -86. Registry of Deeds: B k. 314 -P. 439, 234 -417, 212 -237, 781 -247, 164 -94. C stor7.1 of Florence ed. by %as. A. Sheffield, 1395 In Z865 William Godfrey and L.X. Baker erected a smaZZ building on the corner of West Centre and Maple Sts., and moved their store from the old cotton factory boarding house to this new building. Henry F. Cutler bought a half- interest in the business in 1866 and later formed Cutler, Plympton and Co. They carried groc- eries and dry goods. The original two- story, flat roofed building had a large extension added to the north end between Z873 and Z884. MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston FORM B BUILDING Greek Revival 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. kt 4- o✓ WE 5T MHC Photo no. N S tRZE T RO•TE FIJ21RE1.1LE N\ DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) «L .,.iitect Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features none C 2 stories; stone lintel round- headed window in gable; 2 interior chimneys; additions Altered additions Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre 40 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Approximate frontage 75 feet IIiVCCOY1e Approximate distance of building from street YO evr Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date M-saYIk2Er.15:1\ fr JUN 4 19. MASS. HIJT. C 7. Original owner (if known) unknown Original use residence bsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) A well built brick dwelling, this ca 1850 house is located adjacent to the 1846 Hall Judd House and may be the work of the same builders Treatment of cornice details is similar as are the brick and stone employed. The structure is a two story brick cube with moderately pitched roof and paired chimneys located in the roof ridge. A brick addition at the rear and a wooden addition at the east are also present. Florence developed in the mid nineteenth century as a manufacturing center and progressive couuuunityo The Northampton Association of Education and Industry, a utopian community(1841 ®47), was important in the village' s gro wth and orientation, Hall Judd, owner of the adjacent brick dwelling, was the secretary- of the Association. C 10. Bibliography and /or references such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICA r ^A" Office. of 4- 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. In icae north. NI V Ta 1.D NI DL C e iz.F.P Nalz- T T N MHC Photo no. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) Florence (Northampton) ress e Samuel L. Hill House ent use Residence a nt owner Robert Murray Joan iption: In Area no. 31 Maple Street Circa 1860 rce 1873 Atlas of Northampton Style Victorian Gothic Architect Unknown Exterior wall fabric Bracketed Outbuildings (describe) None Other features Dormer windows, filigree two chimneys spires Altered no Moved no 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage 135 feet Approximate distance of building from street k•0 feet 6. Recorded by •Lo Komaromi Form no. ?td 23 S Date Date rremo Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date March I-6.+ MAY 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM, INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET #1 MASSACHUS1rIS HISTORICAL C(M USSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Staple to Inventory form at bottom Com amity Northampton Form No: 23.A-55 17& Property Name: S.L. Hill House Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. Edwin Eaton purchased most of the flat table -land that forms the center of Florence south of Main St. This land was sold of as lots to persons will- ing to establish homesteads. Park, Pine, Maple and West Center Sts. were settled in this manner. Hill also continued the silk business, which after some initial financial problems was incorporated as the Nonotuck Silk Co. in 1866. Samuel Hinckley, a wealthy resident of Northampton and Hill's financial backer, was president of the company and S.L. Hill served as manager and treasurer. The business steadily increased and new buildings were erected in Florence and Leeds in Northampton, and in the Haydenville section of Williamsburg. Their trade name was "Corticelli" and the company became known throughout the U.S. for "spool silk, machine twist, crochet, knitting, lace and filo silk, Persian and Roman floss, rope, embroidery and etching silk, buttonhole twist, etc. Hill joined in with other local businessmen in organizing and investing in several other local industries. These include: Florence Manufacturing Co. (later known as Pro Brush), Florence sewing Machine Co., Northampton Emery Wheel Co. and the Florence Furniture Co. S-L. Hill continued his community involvement in the post -NAEI per d in Florence. He continued the Community store, running it alone until s50 when Isaac Parsons was brought in as a partner; financed the building of a new school house for the area; kept a station on the underground railroad; contributed greatly to the building of Cosmian Hall, Florence's main public building; and established, as well as endowed, the Florence Kindergarten (also known as the Hill Institute). The kindergarten, built in 1876, was one of the pioneer institutions of its kind in the county, and was probably the only endowed kindergarten in the country until Mrs. Leland Stanford endowed six kindergartens in San Francisco in 1891. Arthur G. Hill, S.L. Hill's son, followed in his father's footsteps as one of Florence's leading citizens and lived at this address until the 1920's. A.G. Hill helped found the Florence Tack Co. in 1874, served as president of the Florence Furniture Co. in the 1890's, was co- founder of the Martin and Hill Cash Carrier Co., and served as Northampton's second mayor in 1887 -88. The S.L. Hill House was probably built in the early 1840's. Hill's "house on Maple St." is mentioned in an 1845 deed. Between 1869 and 1873 a northern extension to the main block was built. This two bay extension meshes very well with the earlier building, and the result is certainly the most imposing, picturesque residence of the 19th century in Florence. Three wall gables, a single gabled dormer, and a double gabled dormer break up the line of the slate roof, while two interior, tall chimneys break the ridge line. The wall gables are filled by two- story, three -sided bays with flaring, conical caps, and pent roofs. Between the bays are entrance porticos with bracketed cornices. To the south is a 11 story ell (Continued) INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET #2 NASSAC IUSETTS HISTORICAL CCIWISSICN Office of the Secretary, Boston CommLmity Northampton Staple to Inventory form at bottom Form No: 23A -55 Property Name° S.L. Hill House Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued belcw. with single gabled dormer, and one -story porch. A one -story porch with thin columns and friezework adorns the northern side. 4 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Samuel L. Hill residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) "On the list of the founders and upbuilders of Florence, the name of Samuel L. Hill must, by general consent, stand highest", so begins the pre- face to the biographical section of the History of Florence. S.L. Hill moved to Florence in 1841 at the age of 35, and remained here until his death in 1882. Originally from Rhode Island, and by trade a carpenter, he had moved c1830 to Willimantic, Conn. where he worked as an overseer in a cotton factory. He rose to superintendent and then to manager. It was in Willimantic that he "became prominent in church and village work and did much to encourage his associates and workmen to lead better and purer lives After moving to Florence, he helped organize the Northampton Associa- tion of Education and Industry (NAEI), also known as the Florence Community. The NAEI "was a co- operative colony emphasizing tolerance in religious attitudes and equitable economic and social relationships This utopian experiment was similar to the more well -known Hopedale and Brook Farm. NAEI purchased the estate of the defunct Northampton Silk Co. in September of 1841. These 300 acres contained the water privilege and surrounding intervale that had supported a silk manufactory, which was powered through its dam and canal, 100 acres of mulberry trees, and a boarding house. The Community continued in the silk business and built another boarding house. S.L. Hill served as treasurer of the Community from its organization in April 1842 until its dissolution in November 1846. At the demise of the Community, S.L. Hill and his brother -in law (Continued) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 1860 County Maps 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.116- P.360, 114 -377, 92 -270 History of Florence, C. Sheffield, 1894, pp 205 -11 "A' Chronicle of Industry on the Mill River Smith College Studies in History, Vol. 21 Nos. 1-4 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary_ State Ha=ke Rnstnn 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 111 vev1+0 'l 17 VT, v CE PINE MHC Photo no. 5v eEr DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) 1 ess Altered Moved Date ription: 5. Lot size: Organization In Area no. c. 1860 wrce__eneral style Architect Unknown Bracketed cottage Exterior wall fabric Wood Outbuildings (describe) none no Date Approximate frontage 100 feet Comm Marc r �y� 1 J Form no. 2 3 ►q S(o Northampton 43 45 Maple Street ent use Residence /Business ent owner Emmanuel Kolemba Less than one acre x Over one acre MASS. Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet 6. Recorded by Lori Ko ma ro mi Northampton Historical 7 7 Other features 2 stories; gable route; porch with bracket supports; over- hanging roof with brackets no Date •iginal owner (if known) Oran Storer Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 1 77 In Z864 Oran Stcrer,a machinist, bought a large lot on ivIczple St. from Samuel L. Hill for $650. Two years later he sold the northern half of the lot, on the corner of the "Concrete House Road" for $600, and kept the southern half for his ot.rn homestead. Other l9th century oz,mers of Mr. Storer's property were •Dr. Edward 'Craylord, a physician, and Stephen Puller, and insurance agent. The house is two- a -a -half stories in height, L-shaped, with a crud -a -half story ell on the southern side. The house features double brackets on a wid frieze board, a small "Cothic- Palladia" window in the front :.able, six over six sash windows with raking hoods, and front and side porches with char fered posts a: 'zd pendant brackets. A one and -a -half story barn with cupola is in the rear of the property. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bke361- P0235, 220 -185 C )rthampton Directory: 1875 -76, 85 -86, 88 -89 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. _raw ske�cn u� UU11LL1LL in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard W r 2. S-r (over) Northampton ess 62 Middle St. e J. ;ent owner ;ription: Bird House cent use residence ource Atlas and Directories 3 Outbuildings (describe) Other features c. 1885 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 Form no. 23A -57 Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large, late 19th century house was built on a small lot separated fron a larger lot that faced Maple St. The first known owner was John W. Bird, who had a "news office" with 'Books and periodicals" at the corner of Main and Maple Sts. in Florence. Mr. Bird is first listed in Center St. (now known as M St.) in the 1885 directory, but no specific number is given. The house doesn't :ear on the 1884 atlas, but is represented on the 1895 atlas. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and a two- and -a -half story gabled projection on the western side. Decoratively cut shingles are used in the very peak of the front gable and there is also a projecting triple. window with heavy cornice. A one-stroy porch extends across the three -bay facade and along the western side to the projection. This porch has hipped roof, turned posts with arched "brackets" and a simple balustrade 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z884 and Z895 Atlas. Northampton Directory: Z875 -76, Z885 -86, Z895 -96. _FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant -1I JT t 1_ Li,' [i] t■(1 cD D►.. STY �T In Area no. Form no. 23A O Florence (Northampton) ess Maple Street (over) William Latham House ent use Residence ent owner Pahorely, Nancy ription: Organization Commission Date Circa 1850 ource vi sual. evidence Architect Unknown al Exterior wall fabric Granite Outbuildings (describe) None Other features Hip roof dormer win ows pedimented "entranceway, verandah, wood lattice work Altered no Date Moved no Date MAY 5 1976 5. Lot size: Less than one acre X Over one acre N.•1 IN \IILLAZN of 1 LR —N�- Approximate frontage 80 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by L. Komaromi Northampton Historical March: x Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) early maps, etc.) 1884' 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bka443 -P.494 Northampton Directory: 1892 -93 Willaim P. Latham residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is the only residence built of granite in Florence, or for that matter, in Northampton. Built in the early 1890 °s by William Latham, it is located on one of the two major side streets in Florence center. Maple St. had been laid out in the late 1840 °s after the dissolution of the Florence Community. Lots were sold for homesteads and the area was quickly built ups William Latham bought a lot with a frame dwelling house thereon in C 1891, and built his new residence soon thereafter. Latham is listed a. mason and builder, stone quarrier and wood dealer in the local directory. The house is distinguished by the warm tones of the quarry -faced granite and smooth -faced brownstone. The brownstone is used for continu- ous sills and lintels as well as window surrounds. A 21 story polygonal tower marks the north end of the -facade with an ornate, 1 story porch cover ing the rest of the facade. The porch has a pedimented projection at the entrance and extends southerly beyond the house to end in a rounded, gazebo like form. The south side has a one -story bay capped by a decorative, flat roofed balcony.. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw s etcn o1 ouiluing lueilLiuu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton .ess 63 Maple St. cent use residence cent owner Thomas and Helen Omasta ;ription: In Area no. Form no. 23A -6Z 2864 -66 Durce Reg. of Deeds Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date D Di 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre (j. 1 COLE 51 Approximate frontage Q Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC June 2980 clapboard I8c c Original owner (if known) Joel Abercrombie Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military: humanitarian. Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County M'ar. 1873, 1384 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: 3k. 407 -P. 25Z, 374 -35Z, 236 -87, 220 -Z77. 'or hampton Directory: 13.8 -69, 1385 -36. In Z864 Joel Abercrombie bought a Zot of land for $250. from Eircrn Stebbins. Two years Zater he sold this Zot "with building" for $2000. and a $700. mortgage. Mr Abercombie founded the Florence Hotel in the late 1850's and man- aged it for a number of years. This house is one -and-a -half stories in height and L- shaped. :!os indows have six over six sashes, except for the two first floor facade windows which nave six over nine sashes. 37M-7.-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ql in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 1;1.1 (over) 1. Town .e ess e sent use sent owner John Buteau cription: 1884 -95 >ource Atlases ;hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 23A -67 Northanrp ton 8Z -83 Maple St. residence E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large house first appears on the 1895 atlas as part of the Florence Hotel property. By the early 1920's it had become a double residence. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) s. 1884,1895 and Z9Z5 Atlases. History of Florence, ed. by Charles A. Sheffield, 1395 ,Vort'r ton Directory: 1922. The house features two types of decoratively -cut shingle in the front gable, and vertical boarding and horizontal �.Jide boarding are used to delineate the mass of the house. The central entrance is flanked by two over -sized windows and he whole is covered by a porch with turned posts, ;ancy brackets and a simple balustrace. A smaller porch with posts and brackets is on the second floor above the entrance. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton •ess ;ent use Other features 64 Main St. Organization NHC In Area no. Form no. 1 23A-70 residence sent owner 2ription: 2895-1.915 .ource AtZases e hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Date June 2980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large house was constructed around the turn of the century on Main St. in Florence, The first known owner was Roscoe Noble, a real estate and insurance agent. The house features a slate, -high hip roof and a decorative front porch. The porch extends across the facade and halfway along the eastern side, and is composed of hipped roof, turned posts with carved brackets, a spindle frieze and spindle balusVr(r 'Ye. A small gable appears above the entrance. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1 915 Atlases, Northampton Directcry; 1922, 1915 and 1905, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviap. Li' ctW DAOLI..0 vL vuL 1,4AtLb in relation to nearest cross streets and buildings. Indicate north. 37m -7 -77 (over) Date 1 Northampton 'ess e A. Sowerby House sent use ;ent owner :;ription: Z83Z -54 ource hitect Other features In Area no. 76 Main St. residence Maps Greek Revival Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) F orm no. 2 3A -71 Altered front porches Date early 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC June 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Arthur Sowerby x x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1858 Anson Clark purchased an acre of land with this house thereon from San uel Hill and Samuel Hinckley for $2650. In the deed it is mentioned that this is the "same house built by Arthur Sowerby and part of the land formerly owned cy him Unfortunately not much is known. about Mr. Sowerby, except that he was co -owner of a dye house which later became part of the Florence Sewing Machine Co. Mr. Clark was a bookeeoer for the Nonotuck Silk Co. and was succeeded, on his homestead by his daughter and son-in- /ow, John Riley. Mr. Riley had a fancy goods and millinery story on th= opposite side 'ain St. in Florence. Around the turn -of- the century the property was owned and o by Earl Thissell, treasurer and general u. ;pager of the Florence Machine Co. The house is two- and -a- half stories tali with pedimented gable end to the street. The tympanum is clad in flush boarding. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z83Z Tc.m Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 436 -P. 383, Z81 -384. Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 1888 -89 and Z392 -93. History of Florence, Ed. by Charles Sheffield, 1895. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ivlap. `craw sKetch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ,y, 114 wrlla 20M -5- 73-075074 /'1.4 n/ S nL EST DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Florence (Northampton) ess In Area no. Form no. Z 31 1IS Main at Chestnut $__reet F1 orPnr -e Sewing M ichi ne Cn ent use Fart-nry ant owner Artina Corporation ription: 7' 1860 and later additions E. urce Map of Northampton, 1860 Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric bri ck Outbuildings (describe) Other features none one building in original group Altered destroyed, 196Gate Moved no bate V1 (z 5. Lot size: W l �i1 f =v ti One acre or less Over one acre x Approximate frontage 300 feet Approximate distance of building from street Organization Commission Date 20 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Northampton Historical S en t er r51 r19 Y HA( 5 197 3 HIS T COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Machine shop Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 1895. Wells Co, Machine Company (Darts) Sewing Machine Co, 1860 "1891, various firms 1900 -1975 Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry X Social Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Sewing machines were developed during the 1840' s by Elias I I. J. Greenough, G. Ho Corliss; in 1851 the first patent was obtained by Isaac Singer. The first "Florence Sewing Machine was perfected and put on the market by Leander Langdon in 1861 and at about this time the Sewing Machine Company opened in buildings of the former Wells Co, Machine Shop. The Florence manufactory produced the entire machine and its wooden case as well. The growth of the company in the post -Civil War period was rapi 1865 the company employed 150 men and three years time doubled its capcity. In the 1870' s the company diversified its operation, undertaking the production of oil stoves. By the turn of the century, however, the concern was absorbed by a Connecticut concern, Central Oil and Gas Stove, In its early years local manufacturers S. L. Hill, D. G. Littlefield, and F. N. Look had controlled the company. Two long narrow factory structures set perpendicular to Main Street and numerous small outbuildings remain. A third major element, a building set parallel to Main Street, was destroyed in the late 1960' s. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Map of Northampton, 1860; Atlas of Northampton, 1873, 1834, '!A Chroncle of Industry on the Mill River," Smith Colle'e Studies in HistoLy, Volume XXI, Nos. 1 -4, p. 75-77. 3/73 L W L FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. MA∎ 20M -5- 73-075074 1•1. B. i N VI L._A..Acr OF .o2E J1 C EL DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Date In Area no. Form no. 23 1-7' 1 Florence (Northampton) .ess 41 Main Street e Enoch Jewett House ;ent use Denti sty s of fine .ent owner Dr. George Falk :ription: 1816 Sheffeld, Charles )urce History of Florence, Mass. Federal Architect Unknown Exterior wall fabric Shingles Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 1 story, gable roof Altered no Date Moved from S. Main St. Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet 6. Recorded by L. Komaromi oII rPa izatslioon n Northampton Historical n1s Ma ra 7 1)(„7119.7 MASS. 1-1∎,> C C ,PeTh 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Fnnnh ,Tp ett npntists Office at present Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military X Political x Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical.significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Enoch Jewett House, built in 1816 is foremost sig- nificant as being one of the first of the half dozen horses erected in the,center of Florence. It served then as an impetus for further community development in the early nineteenth century. Kr., Jewett, an early industrialist in Florence was engaged in the manufacture of shuttles for the woolen factory at Shepherd's Hollow (now Leeds). He also operated a tap and faucet business and repaired wheels as well. He came to purchase land on either side of Broughton °s Meadow for the purpose of building a dam. The ensuing water power was channeled in a small shop which he built for the production of warp bobbins and spools for the various woolen and silk mills. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, maps, etc.) Sheffeld, Charles. Histo;jy of Flo :cnce, i"=ass eh set Springfield, Kass. 1894. Charles Stark, local historian of i�lor e_ ce, Mass. 3/73 /85- 37M --7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. old❑ (over) Date .ess Z Main St. e H.S. Richards House ;ent use residence Sent owner �ription: 1905 source e hitect In Area no. Form no. 23A -86 Northampton Spfid. Daily Republican Exterior wall fabric shingle and vinyl siding Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Zst floor sided Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage I Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 Original owner (if known) Herbert S. Richards Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house occupies a prominent corner site on Main St. in Florence opposite a small park. The house was built in 1905 for Herbert Richards, and replaces an earlier house. Early owners of the property, including Mr. Richards operated a meat market in a small frame building next westerly along Main St. V The house feature a two story tower with conical roof and finial at `he southeastern corner, and has a two -story bay window with domical roof on the easte: ide. A one- story porch with gabled entrance, Tuscan columns atop composite stone piers and simple balustrade covers the facade of the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references early maps, etc.) 2895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, Snfld. Daily Republican Jan. 1, Cegistry of Deeds: Bk.593 -P.81, Conservation Education Exploration settlement Industry Military Political (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, l897 -98, 2900, 1905 and 1915. 1906. 586 -39, 503 -l99, 437 -339. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 8 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `k. 1VLap. LL a w in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton C ess 32Z Locust St. e G. Thompson House ;ent use In Area no. Form no. 23A -90 day nusery sent owner Sylvia Kriebel` �ription: ource hitect Z902 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings, (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Organization SpfZd. Daily Republican Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC Date June Z980 clapboard C Original owner (if known) George E. Thomson Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house is listed in Northcarrpton's business report for Z902 as having been built for real- estate agents Edward Barrett and James O'Brien for $3000. Later that same year they sold the house to George Thompson, a motor man for the Northampton Street Railway Co. The area north of Main and Locust Sts., and east of Chestnut St. in Florence was developed in the early 20th century. For years the land had been owned r 1y D.G.Littlefield, one of Florence's prominent industrialists, but there was very little pressure for development until after Z900. By that time most cf the village south of Main St. had been developed. The house is two stories in height with a hipped slate roof. The three bay facade is dominated by a large, central portico with double_Tuscan columns. The eastern side has a full length porch with Tuscan columns and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 759 -P. 413, 667 -40Z, 625 -217, 623 -289, 622 -447, 614 -Z97, 565 -Z02. Northampton Directory: Z905, Z907, 1920. 'orinafield Daily Republican Dec. 29, 1902. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Map., LLa.. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 Town In Area no. Northampton ess Trinity nova ;ent use s .c'e sent owner cription: 3 iource .Reg le f nnr Form no. -107. L1 i.z -th" ,di 1 f arc s t1 -5 thitect Exterior wall fabric laobo r:? Outbuildings (describe) Other features' EhEp cn s:z:niles sib ncles n files, p rccted ,uooartr c b`J la C r b Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date NHC Date E. Lonerq .n Frbruar.v 12'80 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) C Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This decorative, late 19th century house occ upies a prominent position at the corner of Locust S. (Rt. 9) and Trinity Row, and faces on the tri- angular park which was established in the late 1860's when E.B. Goodwin filed his subdivision plan for an addition to the village of Florence. This addition covered the undeveloped Zand atop the plateau east of the village and south of Main St. This was one of the later lots to be developed, with the house being built during the early 1890's. The first known owner and ccupant was ivichoia� Van Slike a mechanic for the Florence Machine Co. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height, L- shaped and is covered with clapboard on the first floor and shingles above. Decorative shingles are used in the gables. The facade has an interesting triple window and a hippe portico with massive brackets. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 18''5 1-t1 scc i'.E of L• Bk 45C -P. 1R'es Nor t :rptor i r 37m-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston riiap. IJra.w J tieLLWLI VL UUUUau6 avv.. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 4, (over) ess ent use rounr' J 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 107. Nort:^arpton 7 Trinity Row .r es i ;ent owner Roger Roar' :ription: 188' -8:< Durce Rr .stry o'f Deer's Exterior wall fabric cly COOP 17r Outbuildings (describe) Other featuresL shap wi rcn, 1 story 's -c'c: Altered Moved 5. Lot size One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street NHC Date Date E. Lonergan i r.bru -'ry 1 c 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation, ie 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1883 Nancy Burt bought one of E. B. Goodwin's lots, for $575. Mr. Goodwin had filed a subdivision plan in 1868 for an eastern addition to the village of Florence. This addition would fill in the undeveloped land atop the plateau south of Main St. A triangular open space was left between Main and South Main Sts., and three lots were set out on the eastern side along ghat became Trinity Row. The house features and ocuZus in each of the gables, as well a! bay window on the southern side and a one -story porch that extends across the facade and along the southern side to a gabled projection. The porch has a hipped roof, cham- fered posts and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) lei T, 1854 18:5 t1 -sc .F.gist_v of i ec.::i. 4 -P. ?c ;g•` _.143 1 :artha7.!^tC_, L'irc tort'. 1e7 _c 5 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and buildings. Indicate north. (over) n cess 143 South Main Street t o G. Merrifield House se nt use residence sent owner Maud Leduc �ription; ource Req. of Deeds Atlas hitect Exterior Nva11 fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 1 story wrap— around ,rc with posts decorative brackets 1 story side bay Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Northampton 1876 -84 E. Lonergan NHC Form no. 23A -105 February 1980 C /90 C Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bkm327 -P.235 Northampton Directory: 1888 -89 94 -95 George E. Merrifield residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1876 George Merrif bought a Zot from G.B`Goodwin' for $600. Mr. Goodwin had filed a subdivision plan in 1868 for the area between South Main and Locusts Sts. atop the village plateau. This was an eastern extension of the original plan for the village, which was filed in Z846. Mr. Merrifield is listed in the directories as a dyer at try,, silk mill located at the end of South Main St., on Broughton Brook. His house is a one- and -ahalf story cottage, side hall plan with bay window on the eastern side and awrap- around porch with chamfered posts and small brackets. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M (over) Date 1 Northampton -ess 137 South Main Street sent use residence sent owner Pauline &Francis Taylor cription: 1872 -73 ;ource Reg. of Deeds Atlas hitect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings: Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric T. Lavake House Organization NHC In Area no. Form no. 23A -107 vinyl siding February 1980 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan C l c1 Outbuildings (describe) Other features l story wrap- around i...rch with posts, balusters and ornate brackets, tall windows -first floor facade Altered sided Date mid 20th C. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Thomas W. Vavake Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation In 1872 Thomas Lavake bought one of E.B. Goodwin 4s lots for $450 Mr. Goodwin had filed a subdivision plan in 1868 for the area between South Main and Locust Sts., bound easterly by the ter- race. drop -off into the meadows of Broughton Brook. The house must have been built immediately as it is shown on the 1873 atlas® The 1873 directory lists Mr. Lavake as a Main St. jeweler in Florence. This is a one and -a -half story cottage with gable end to ne street and a gabled pro j e tion on the eastern side. A one -story porch extends across the three bay facade and along the eastern side to the projection. The porch has a hipped roof, chamfered posts with ornate brackets, a balustrade and lattice base.. 9. Histor-ical significance ;include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories. deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bkm299 —Po270 Northampton Directory: 1873 -740 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Y. 4 W or 6L. ii vi 4-741.1.4u16 avvso..+aL in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date n °ess 133 South Main Street Le ;ent use residence sent owner John Fitzgerald cription: I In Area no. Northampton S. Rindge House 1872 -73 .ource Reg. of Deeds Atlas „hitect Form no. 23A -108 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 1 -story wrap— around ,rc with posts and decorative brackets pedimented window heads Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC February 1980 c Original owner (if known) Silas En Rindge Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development The house features a and a wrap around porch with The three —bay facade has two of the windows have two over supported by modillionsa residence Conservation Education x Exploration/ settlement- Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian Transportation In 1872 Silas Rindge bought one of B.B. Goodwin's lots for $2750 Mr Goodwin had filed a subdivision plan in 1868 for the area between Locust and South Main Sts© bounded easterly by the terrace drop —off into the meadows of Broughton Brooke Mir® Rindge's house was built immediately as it is shown on the 1873 atlas, and he is listed at this address in the 1873 directory, which also describes him as a machinist. small "Gothic" window in the front gable, simple square posts and carved brackets© full length windows and an entrance. All two sashes and slightly arched lintels 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.297 —Pm265 Northampton Directory: 1888 -89 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 Li u in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton ess 5Z Maple St. :ent owner Harold Goodwin :ription: ource visual evidence a hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by ent use residence Organization Date c. 2890 In Area no. E. Lonergan NHC June Z980 Date Date Form no. 23A -Z Z3 Over one acre cru- Original use residence C 7. Original owner (if known Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) /9.3 There has been a house on this site sine the late`Z860's, but this isn't that house unless it was totally remodeled late in the 19th century. Most likely this house was built around Z890 and first owned by Charles Gould, super- intendent of the wood department at Florence Machine Co., and later the superintendent of the Northw,rpton Water Works. However, Mr. Gould lived on the other side of Maple St., so the issue is confusing. The house is two -and -a -half stories in height with pedimented ga Jnd to Maple St. Decorative shingles and projecting double windows with heavy molded cornice are in the tympanum. Small brackets support the pediment and are used under the side eaves. An ornate one -story porch extends across the three -bay facade and 2/3 of the way along the northern side. This porch is composed of hipped roof with bracketed cornice, a spindle frieze, turned posts, 'arched openings and a balustrade with turned balusters. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. Z873, 2884, Z895 and Z9Z5 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 453 -P. Z75 and 209, 398 -115, 352 -393, 245 -255, 24Z -217, and 238 -243. Norther,.; ton Directory: 2888 -89. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 'E. Map. LraW A'KC LC11 VL UU1lUll1E, 1VVGl61vu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered new balustrade Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NEC Date In Area no. Form no. 2311-Z25 June Z980 clapboard' Over one acre 1y y 7, Original owner (if known) yon7j To msen,a Original use re i rlenne Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house first appears on the 1895 atlas as the propoerty of Henry Twonsend, and engineer with the Florence Mfg, Co, Mr. Townsend had lived on Center St, since the early 1870's. which makes it difficult to know more precisely when the house was built. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and a two- and -a -half story gabled projection on the western side. The front gable has a "Gothic" louvered form and all of the windows have two over two sashes, A one -story porch extends across the facade and along the western side to the projection. The porch has a hipped roof, chamferedposts and a modern balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: l895 -96, l885 -86, 1875 -76 and Z873 -74. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 Northampton .ess 30 Middle St. eW Rice House ent use residence ;ent owner ;ription: Exterior wall fabricasbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) large barn Other features Altered sided Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: c. 1885 ource Atlas and Directory One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date June 1980 In Area no. Form no. 23A -126 11' 7. Original owner (if known) William H Rice Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z884 and Z895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1875 -76, 1885 -86, 1895 -96. This large house first appears on the Z895 atlas as property of William Rice, an ice and coal dealer on the corner of Park and Meadow Sts. in Florence. Mr. Rice is first listed on Center St. in the 1885 directory and as the house isn't on the 1884 atlas, it was probably built in Z885. 195 The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street. A two- story, three -sided bay window projects from the eastern side and the fr entrance is protected by a one -story portico, with flat roof, square posts and modern oalu_- strade. A large one -and -a -half story barn with cupola and finial is situated in the rear of theoproperty. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston •t. map. LLaw O F lLL Vl UUll.wlllb lvv in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) e W. Morgan House Sent use residence Se nt owner 2ription: Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date Northampton In Area no. 40 Middle St. 1884 -95 Atlases x E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 clapboard Form no. 23A -128 Over one acre 7. Original owner (if known) Willi B. Morgan Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house first appears on the 1895 atlas, and was owned by William Morgan, a shipping clerk for the Central Oilgas Stove Co. on Chestnut St. !r. Morgan also owned the older double house next easterly on the street and lived there before his house was built. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and a two- and -a -half story gabled projection in the western side. All of the windows have two over two sashes. A one -story porch extends across the three -bay facade and along the western side to the projection. The porch is composed of hipped roof, cham- fered posts, ornate brackets, a balustrade with closely- spaced square balusters and a lattice base. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1885 -86, .875 -76, 1873 -74. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) Northampton e ent use residence lent owner ;ription: in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 23A -129 1860 -73 Map and Atlas NHC June 1980 clapboard 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 49 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small cottage was one of the first houses to be built on the southern side of Center St. (now Middle St.) in Florence. Center St. was laid out in 1-860 and was first called "Concrete House Street" after the four houses con- structed of such material on the northern side of this street. These houses were owned by Hill and Co. and were used as workers cottages for the newly developing industry at Main and Chestnut Sts. The first known owner of this house was Edwin Bardwe l Z, a mechan for the Florence Sewing Machine Co., located on Chestnut St. During the 1880's and 1890's the house was owned and occupies by Louis F. Plympton, co -owner of Cutler, Plympton Co., the grocery and dry good firm located on Maple St. in Florence. The house is one- and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street. A one -story porch extends across the facade and along the eastern side to a recur projection, and is composed of hipped roof, turned posts, a simple balustrade and lattice base. Windows on the first floor have six over six sashes, while those on the second floor are two over two. The entrance is slightly recessed between flanking pil- asters. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 18 -3, 1884 and 1895 Atlases, Northampton Directory: 2868 -69, 1875 -76, 1885 -86, 1895 -96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date 1Northampton .ess 50 Middle Et. e ;ent use residence ;ent owner ;ripton: ource Atlases Arcnitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Form no. 23A -130 1873 -84 clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC June 1980 I dE 7, Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z873, 1884 and 189.5 Atlases. Northampton Directory, 1875 -76, Z885 -86, Z895 -96. /98 The first known owner of this house was Janes Cunningham, a moulder. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with cable end to the street and a two -story gabled projection on the western side. A small, round headed sash window is located within the front gable. All of the windows have two over two sashes and there is .a porch which extends across the three -bay facade and along the western side to the projection. The porch has a Zow- pitched hip roof, square posts and arched openings. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton :ess 54 Middle St. sent use residence ie nt owner ;ription: ource hitect Exterior wall fabric 6. Recorded by Date Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Organization In Area no, i Form no. Z860 -73 Map and Atlas x Over one acre E. Lonergan NHC June Z980 23A -Z3Z clapboard Date Date 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. Z873, Z884 and Z895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: Z895 -96, Z885 -86, Z873 -74, Z868 -69 and Z860 -61. 9q This small cottage was one of the first houses to be built on the southern side of Center St. (now Middle St.). The house first appears on the 1873 atlas and is shown as the residence of William Genhard, a diesinker at Florence Mfg. Co. The house is one and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and two wall dormers on the eastern side. All of the windows have six over six sashes, and there is a porch which extends across the facade and along the eastern side to the projection. The porch has a flat roof, squre posts, carved brackets, simple balustrade and lattice base. RM -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston IVli�[J. J_JraW LJ1 OUltuttt twa�,vu' in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 'ess .e gent use sent owner ription: ource 2 rn ..hitect Other features In Area no. Form no. 23A-132 Northampton 58 Middle St. 1873 -84 Atlases Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) residence clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NEC Date June 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This one and -a -half story cottage was built on the rear of the Maple St. homestead which bordered Center St. (now Middle St.). The 1884 atlas shows the house on Maple St. and this house in the rear, facing Center St. Both were owned by Mrs. Lucina H. Smith. The 1885 directory lists Mrs. Smith, the widow of Pomeroy Smith, as living on Center St., while James E. Smith, a clerk at W.H. Smith's grocery on North Main St. in Florence, is listed as living on Maple St., corner of West Center St. By 1895 Mr. Smith was listed at the Center St. address. The house is one and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and a wall dormer on the eastern side. A porch extends across the facade and half along the eastern side. The porch has a hipped roof, Tuscan columns, a simple balustrade and lattice base, and was probably added after the turn of century. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z873, Z884 and Z895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: Z885 -86, Z895 -96. 1 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M- 5- 73-075074 X 1V1Q.JJ. 1J1 [LW On-CLL./1. 1l/la QLLVCI in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. tom/ IN V I l-1-.A fig- bF 't -O C.V O NOT WRITE IN THIS•SPACE. USGS Quadrant HC Photo no. (over) Mid-19th cent. Detached Housing 1-11 t;llitect Unknow13 Exterior wall fabric Wood Outbuildings (describe). None Other features 3 story house, gable roof. 2 from verandahs, recessed doorway Altered yes Date 1887 Moved ess :ription: Lot size: i Florence (Northampton) ent use School ent owner Hill Institute Inc. 187A Daily Hampshire Gazette ?urce March 15.: 1887 no One acre or less In Area no. Form no. 23f -139 83 Pine Street Hill Institute Date X Over one acre Approximate frontage 225 feet Approximate distance of building from street 75 feet 6. Recorded by L.' Komaromi Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date Febrr"'.x1��� fv ?,4 7 i',' 6 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Kindegar ten Subsequent uses (if any) and dates anua._l Training 1905 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social Communication x Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation x 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Th'e Hill Institute was built in 1876 under the sponsorship of Samuel Lo Hill. .Mr., Hill may be remembered as having pioneered the Northampton Association of Education and Industry in the raid nineteenth century an institution providing for its members- moral, literary scientific and agricultural instruction. He is also noted for the operation of an under- ground railway station, aiding and abetting the safe transport of slaves from one desticnat ron to another. A of Trustees was set up in 1882 to manage the institute and included A.G. Hill, A.T. Lilly and E.K. Learned. The endowment can be attributed to Samuel Hill and Alfred Lilly, the latter two enabling the institute to expand its activities to meet the vital needs of the the cone unity°' Mre Hill; having always a keen interest in the affairs of Florence, established a Mothers Club and Parents Meetings at the school. e.eeeee Tho school was set up primarily as a ki.ndeLe rtcn affording e7e y child in Florence from the ages of 3 -7 a free education° The institne was divided into three floors- the 1st for general recreation, the Zed for older children learning occupations and the 3rd for advanced pupil e. In 1905, a department of manual training was opened here. Bo ch day and evening classes were held providing for endeavors in e ed metal work, weaving and dressmaking. The work produced here rcu gcd from s eiplistic to rather complex artistic designs. In 1935, more than 5000 persons attended the annual exhibi at the Hill Institute viewing individual works from the primary ga: r dae and vocational classes. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Sheff eld, Charles. History o± F1c'rerc e, [`_��s .chz°.�c Springfield, Mass., 1894. Hampshire; Gazette s Karc:h.. 1 5, 1 887 November 1, 1905,, November 11, 1905, June 7, 1907, April 13, 1927, June 7, 19350 3/73 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37m FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) Town cription: 3 >ource .e Date ess ;ent use sent owner Cecile Heffernan :hitect Organization Northampton 32 Maple St. H. Wells House c. 1850 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. NHC June 1980 residence Greek Revival clapboard 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Form no. 2311-139 Reg. of Deeds and Map Altered rear porch Date late 19th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Hiram, Wells Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 2854 and 2869 County Maps. Z873, Z884 and 2895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 403 -P. 207, 208 -200, Z82 -256 and 258, Z17 -28, 116 -360. Northampton Directory: 2888 -89 History of Florence, Ed. by Chas. A. Sheffield, 2895. Hiram WeZZs was one of the original members of the Northampton Assoc- iation for Education and Industry, also known ad the Community, which was established in the Florence area in 2842. Mr. WeZZs served as director of the cutlery department. After the dissolution of the Community in 2846 he formed a partnership with Sarmcei Hill, who furnished the working capital, and bagan a general machine business. The shop was in the basement of the silk mill, but as business expanded it was moved to the dyehouse on Chestnut St. Portable circular sawmills, pumps and grip wrenches were manufactured here. On July ZZ, Z859 the boiler exploded, killing Mr. Wells and badly damaging the buildings. Soon afterwards the property was bought by the newly established Florence Sewing Machine Co. In Z846 Mr. Wells bought lot no. 5 of Edwin Eaton's "Village Lots This was a subdivision of the plateau Zand formerly owned by NAEI. It was here that Mr. Wells established his homestead. In Z862 the property was sold to Delia Stall for $1200. The Stall family maintained the property until the early 20th century. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street. A wide frieze and cornice boards provide detailing, and the windows have six over six sashes. A latticed portico covers the front entrance and the southern side has an interesting porch which has a circular projection in the rear. The porch has turned posts and ornate brackets. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston riot .=NZE c_cN(s 0 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Arcnitect unknown in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. <_■■;R(_ �4t fl PEL (over) SS 119 Pine Street �nt use Residence ant owner ription: Northampton Ethleen H. Newell c. 1920 )urce visual evidence Bungalow Exterior wall fabric stucco -over brick? Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features 1 stories; low hipped tile roofs; prominent chimney in main facade; dormers Altered no Date Moved no 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Date Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet Organization Northampton Hi s to ri cal Commission JUN 4. 1978 MASS. HIST. coin ,rl: 7. Original u,:ner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates i n1 own (not researched) resi dence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation. Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) An excellent example of the bungalow style, this stuccoed dwelling is located on Pine Street in Florence. It is one and a half stories in height, with the low tiled roofs typical of the bungalow style. Beneath the lines of the main roof are housed two subordinate gables. A brick chimney is prominently placed in the Train facade, adjacent to the entrance. Windows vary in grouping and placement and ornamental fanlight and diamond shaped windows appear in the half story space. The .bungalow style became popular in western Massachusetts just- after 1910. This bungalow is unique in that it is not shingled like other inventoried `examples but rather is stuccoed. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Marcus Whitten, American Architecture Since 1780, A Guide to the Styles, P °The ungalow Style11e FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston t. lvlap. craw sketcn or oullaing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 377 -77 (over) a Northampton •ess 121 Pine St. ;ent use residnece ;ent owner William and Marie Emerson :ription: Durce Bracketed Architect Other features Organization In Area no. Form no. 23A -144 1873- 7:684 Atlases Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) large garage Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC Date Feb. 1980 2c,Li Original use 7. Original owner (if known) Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x residence Conservation. Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This two- and -a -half story "Bracketed" residence is one of several built along Pine St. in the latter part of the 19th century. It features a front porch with slender posts on pedestals and elaborately carved brackets, and a bracketed frieze under the raking cornices of the house's gables. Small modillions support the raking hoods of the second floor windows. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 4884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 393 -P. 292, 304 -72, Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1875 -76. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Ih VIII Q. o fLDrencc �er,•4JYiQ� rb e (sz o L,-rE .7 f P14- //1.) MHC Photo no. NE 5 rncc v DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant J J 0- et (over) ;ss :ription: -hitect William F. Exterior wall fabric wood Outbuildings (describe) Other features height; window; Altered no Moved no 5. Lot size: Date ent use In Area no. Form no. Florence (Northampton) Park Stregt .ent owner Florencengregational Church 1861 Hampshire Gazette, ;ource 6/25/1861 Less than 6. Recorded by Organization 2 3A-P-1 6 Romanesque Revival chapel(1885) 2 towers of uneven Romanesque windows; wheel chapel -Queen Anne style Date Date one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 210 feet Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet C. Dubi e Northampton Historical Commi ssion C f 4 ECEIVT 1 0 MAY 5 '1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) Florence Congregation Original use Church Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Church 8. Themes (check as mf.ny as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion. Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention. Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation x 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Congregational Church in Florence was constructed in 1361, at a cost of $4,000. The impetus to build a house of in the village came from a sma11 number of citizens, yet the funds ($3600) had been raised before the structure was completed. The sanctuary originally seated 250 persons; a newspaper article at the time estimated there were 2000 potential users in the village. Funds for church construction were raised by various means including strawberry suppers' given by the women.. of the congregation, Local philanthropists like A. Lo Williston and Dm G. Littlefield undoubtedly contributed heavily© In 1863 Williston, I. S. Parsons, and Littlefield, three industrialists, paid for the erection of a parsonage adjoining the church. In 1864 a chapel was built; twenty years later it burned and was replaced by .the present Stick /Queen Anne style structure T.:hose shingles and flowing decorative sti ckrk provide an intei:e_sting, contrast with the bold Romanesque church designed by the often heavy-handed local architect, William F. Pratt. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazette, 1/8/1861, 6/25/1861, 10/3/1861, 10/15/1861, 10/20/1863, 6/28/18640 See also, Gazette Index, Forbes Library, 374 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Q (over) Northampton, .ess 122 Pine St. e P. ,Smith House ;ent use residence lent owner Florence Congregational Church ;ription: Bracketed hitect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) ourceReg.of Deeds and Sheffield Other features new porch posts Altered crrvi balustrade Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. 1862 -65 E. Lonergan NHC Date eb. 1980 Form no. 23A -147 x Over one acre 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Plympton H. Smith residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural r Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 305 -P. 473, 277 -4Z, 209 -42, 203 -345. Northampton Directory: 2868 -69, 2873 -74, 2890 -91. History of Florence, ed. by C.A. Sheffield, 2895 p. Z87. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 2861 Plympton Smith bought almost an acre of land on the southern side of Pine St. from the Greenville Mfg. Co. The Company was located along the banks of the Mill River and owned land extending to the top of the river terrace, along which Pine and Beacon Sts. run. Workers' housing, in the form of single and double cottages was built along the northern side of Nonotuck St., at the base of the terrace. Dtring the Z860's the land atop the terrace was sold off for residential development. This area on the plateau was more oriented towards Main St..in Florence. A lithograph from c. 1865 entitled "View of Florence and Residences", reprinted in the History of Florence shows Mr. Smith's residence along with eleven others in insets surrounding the central view of the village. The house remains substantially the sane except for the replacement of the porch posts and balustrade recently: A bracketed frieze runs under the raking. cornices and small rnodillions support the sills and slightly arched lintels of the windows. The first floor of the facade has two six over six windows with paneled bases and an entrance with sidelights. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 'f. iviap. Lraw StiCLett /Al utlitect in relation to nearest: cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. t.) (over) Date i Northampton •ess 114 Pine St. ;ent use residence ;ent owner Robert and Elizabeth Langdon ;ription: ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Bracketed Exterior wall fabric Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less In Area no. 1869 -73 Outbuildings (describe) X Approximate frontage shingles Date Date Form no. 23A -148 Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC June 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of a number of bracketed residences built is the area south of Main St. in Florence during the 1860's. Shingling has taken away some of the detailing of the house but the ornate double brackets under the eaves and the detailing of the front porch provide interest. The porch is composed of a flat roof, chamfered posts and elaborate brackets. There is also a one story bay window on the eastern side of the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 2860 County Map. 1873, 2884 and 2895 Atlases, Registry of Deeds: Bk. 327 -P. 432, 262 -238, 226 -202. Northampton Directory: Z873 -74, Z885 -86, 2890 -91. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iilap. End vv on�cva. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. C' a B oa (over) cription: e c1860 Source Sheffield 1 cess 110 Pine Street le sent use sent owner Sylvia Wells 3hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features central wall gable with wide friezeboard, 1 story front porch with hipped roof, turned posts, spin -1 dies and ornate brackets Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date Iti Area no. Northampton NHC Form no. 23A -149 E. Lonergan February 1980 oU 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Florence Congregational Church residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This 21 story house was originally built as a parsonage for the Florence Congregational Church. The land for the church and parsonage was donated by the Greenville Manufacturing Co., a large cotton cloth manufactory in Florence. The church was dedicated in October of 1861 and the parsonage was probably ready soon thereafter. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases History of Florence, ed. by Charles Sheffield, 1895 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston lviap. craw sKetcn of °uiiuiug LueaLLuu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. V d C J i NNi�N ;z�iit ai 5M- 2- 75— R061465 a 7yot��1 •Ti STR�E -T' O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ciption: Circa 1865 rireuftect Unknown In Area no. Form no. 2 3>Fl -k5 I Florence (Northampton) ass .fin Pine Street A.L. Williston House :nt use Residence :nt owner Vincent Wiesztort urce 1873 Atlas of Northampton High Victorian Gothic Exterior wall fabric Bracketed Outbuildings (describe) none Other features dormer windows Altered yes Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 150 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet 6. Recorded by L. Komaromi Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date March 6. *76 rx n MAY 5 1975 H 7. Original owner (if known) A. L. Williston Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house, even though damaged by fire in the Z870's, moved c. Z880 and altered during the mid 20th century, still possesses enough of its original shape and character to be considered significant. A.L. WIlliston was the son of John Payson Williston, a prominent East arrpton industrialist. The Willistons were also involved in the GreenviZZ Manufacturing Co., a cotton cloth manufactory in Florence, and thus owned much of the Zand along the Mill River below the terrace. A.L.Williston' had his house built from designs of W.F Pratt, Northampton's most prominent architect of the 19th century. It was situatec. )z the south side of Pine St., at the top cf the terrace. After a fire in the late 1870's Mr. Wil- is.ton moved to the center of Northampton, building a new house on Round Hill. The Round Hill house was demolished during the early Z970's. Williston's house in Florence was moved about ZOO yards westerly after__ the fire and divided into tenements. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and Z860 Coun ty Maps. Z873, Z884 and Z895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 47Z -P. 286, 44Z -Z32, 402 -365, 372 -265, 352 -403. Daily Hampshire Gazette April Z, 1915, p. 3. Hampshire Gazette, Jan.8, 1861. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. t-e‘ c> 1 ts4, e, 1 Pq NI 1 L-4--tsc-T- 01r 1=-Lo RE4 MHC Photo no. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) 6. Recorded by Date ent owner JardRrt, Thos. Gorman, John ription: Circa 1870 ource 1873 Atlas of Northampton Italianate .iitect Unknown Exterior wall fabric Bracketed Outbuildings (describe) No Other features Flat roof, asymetrical tower, veranda with simple columns, entranceway on side Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre A-1 r-1 Approximate frontage 90 feet Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet Organization Commission L. Komaromi Northampton Historical Karel-6— 7br: 177 7) I:, 6 r 0, fl' IL 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Ab Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural 2c Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The H.H. Bond House derives its greatest salience from its architectural motif. It is most closely related to the towered Italian Villa with its loose asymmetrical massing. It can also be considered characteristic of the Picturesque Mode with its pre-occupation with the natural setting; towers were desirable, even necessary features making possible the fuller enjoyment of the surrounding area. The Bond House is truly a visual experience; expressing a unique fusion of country and town life. Its owner was Henry Herrick Bond, a lawyer whose interest was maintained not only in his own profession but wherever his efforts plight serve the Florence community in a positive fashion. Samuel Hill s establishment of the Fund to aid the mechanics of Florence to secure homes was committed to Bond's 'care and direction. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1 873 Atlas of Northampton and Principalities, Sheffeld, Charles, History of Florence, Massachusetts, Spring- field, Mass® 1894 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of huliaing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. B 1 Of W-cizPcic 20M-5-73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 1 In Area no. Form no. 234-/(09 Florence (Northampton) ess Pine Street Temperance Hall ent use now called Annunciation entowneaalkasoc :ription: 1884 Daily Hampshire Gazette nirce December 23 1884 Romanesque Revival 1-ii-eaitect W. F. Pratt Exterior wall fabric Brick Outbuildings (desdribe) small brick adjac. Other features Hip roof, black poly- chrome Romanesque arches yellow trimwork Altered no Date Moved no Date Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage SO feet Approximate distance of building from street 15 feet 6. Recorded by L. Komaromi Organization Northampton Historical Commission 1 1 Date February MAY 5 1975 Hi3T. GO M. 2, I 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Village Temperance Society Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Temperance Hall known today as Annunciation Hall was designed by W. Fm Pratt, a noteworthy architect in the Florence area. At the time of its conception in 1884, Florence held the lead in building constructions eighteen dwellings having been erected in this single year Essentially a two story brick building, Temperance Hall contains four ante rooms, a ticket office all varnished with ash. The use of black polychrome as a decorative element complements the Romanesque type structure. The impetus for the construction of such a building can be attributed to ,the Father Matthew Temperance Society. This organization 'sought a place where society meetings, dances and the like could be held. It pondered an atmosphere conducive for the beiterment of morals as well as an increase of simple fun and pleasure. The Easter Ball held in April of 1887 was perhaps a direct result of the latter. We can surmise that Temperance Hall rendered a great service to the Florence Catholics as well as the rest of the village. It is also significant as the site of early prohibition agitation. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette: December 23, 1884, April 11, 18870 x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement X invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation x x 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION nffinP of the Secretary. State House, Boston DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M 2 75 R061465 (20M 2476) (over) In Area no. Form no. 23A -173 Northampton ess 85 Beacon Street Church of the Annunciation Int use parish church ription: iitect Patrick W. Ford of Boston 6 Recorded by S. J. Roper Northampton Historical Organization Commission Date 28 April 1978 ant owner Church of the Annunciation 1879 -1880 Hampshire Gazette Northamp mrce ton Courier, 16 Sept. 1879 Late Victorian Gothic rior wall fabric timber frame a small, wooden Outbuildings (describe) carriage house/ garage (late 19th c.) Other features stands to the east and rear of the church; a 2- story, brick parochial school (1925, John Donoghue, archt.),stands to its west. All are on same lot. interior Altered moderate- Date 20th c 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre 1.98 Approximate frontage 46o' on Beacon St. Approximate distance of building from street 30® 7. Original owner (if known) Church of the Annunciation Original use Roman Catholic parish church Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion X Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) A well preserved late Victorian church of considerable charm; an integral part of a coherent late 19th /early 20th century residential and institutional neighborhood in the village of Florence. The first Catholic mass in Northampton was said in a private house in Leeds in 1834. In i866, St. Mary's, Northampton, was established as an independent parish serving the Catholic population from Easthampton to Hoosac Mountain. Annunciation parish, composed of the villages of Florence and Leeds in Northampton, and of Haydenville in Williamsburg, was set off from St. Mary's in 1878 Haydenville and Leeds were made a, separate parish eleven years later). Construction of the Annunciation church building was begun in September of 1879 and completed the following year the dedicatory services were held on October 2, 1880. The church is of timber -frame construction, basilican in form, with a well- proportioned tower centered over a tall narthex at the building's vouthern end. The tower culminates in a broached spire; the narthex is covered by a transverse gabled roof. The gable roof of the nave is broken by a blind clerestory; the nave ends in a semi octagonal apse; there are no projecting transept arms. Exterior wall covering is of clapboards, broken by flush boarded Early English style buttresses and other flush boarded trim. Stained glass windows (imported from Munich in 1947) are set in pairs within pointed -arch frames. The interior has two rows of Gothic columns separating the nave and side aisles. There is no vaulting, but a pointed arch with filled spandrel is thrown across the central aisle between each -pair of columns and a similar half -arch is thrown across the side aisles_. The apse is ribbed. The pipe organ was installed in the 1890s; the pews, furniture, and paint are all modern. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazette Northampton Courier, 16 Sept. 1879, 5 Oct. 1880 Nora Flahive, "History of the Church of the Annunciation," MS in Forbes Library, Northampton. Michael J. Shea, ed., A Century of Catholicism in Western Massachusetts (Springfield, Mass.: Mirror Press, Inc., 1931), pp. 189 -192. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION nff;pp of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. venLe- 20M- 5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE US GS Quadrant MHC Photo r" o N no. E r-• V ED t- 3 6 1976(over) MAE HIST. COMM. 1 Florence (Northampton) In Area no. Form no. 166 So. Main at PinP St-. ;ent use ResidenrP sent owner Milo Butterfield Exterior wall fabric clap.hoards Outbuildings (describe) attached shed Other features 21/4 stori Ps; 5 hays wi de; c ant ra1 rhi mnPy; simple entran way lintels over windows Altered no Date Moved nn Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 15 feet 6. Recorded by C. Debi e Organization No rthamp ton tii s to ri cal Commi ssion Date December 1, 1975 7 Original owner (if known) Lucinda and Samuel Hemenway Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x M v Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1865 Samuel and Lucinda Hemenway bought a little more than two acres of land from Thomas Pomeroy for $287. Mr. Hemenway was a grocer and established his homestead here during the late 1860's. The house is Colonial in appearance, with its symmetrical five -bay facade and central entrance, however, unless the house was moved from another location it wasn't built until the 1860's. No hous is shown on the 1860 map. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. l873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 768 -P. 40l, 746 -489, 722 -472, 701 -460, 659 -283, 229 -118. Northampton Directory:. 1873-74. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) •ess sent use sent owner Rachel Behringer cription: 1901 source Springfield Daily Republican e Queen Anne :hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features one -stroy front porch with polygonal side extension, gable decorated with vertical boards and panelling. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Northampton 152 South Main St. A. Ewing House residence E. Lonergan Feb. 1980 Form no. 23A -187A. A LL 7. Original owner (if known) Alexander W. Ewing Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built during 1901 for Alexander wing at the cost of $2500. Mr. Ewing was an overseer for the Nonotu_ck Silk Cc. The house features vertical boarding and recessed panels in the front and side gables and a decorative front porch. The porch has an octagonal ext- ension at its southernend and a gabled entrance at the northern end. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 55Z -P. 501, 484 -Z37. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 30, 1901. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston IV1ci.E/. L1 cr. W in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ress ne scription: chitect c. 1886 In Area no. Form no. 23A -187 —B Northampton 154 South Main Street T. Pomeroy House :sent use residence ;sent owner Rachel Behringer Source Reg Of Deeds and Maps Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Over one acre 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date February 1980 ?1 S 7. Original owner (if known) Thomas Pomeroy Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Colonel Thomas Pomeroy was one of the early settlers of Florence. In 1820, when 25 yearsl old, he moved from the center of Northampton to this area and built a house on the brow of the hill on the north side of Locust St. In 1865 Colo Pomeroy sold his house and moved back to the center of town, but he soon changed his mind and returned to Florence in 1866. This house was built for him and he lived here until his death in 1880 at the agre of 850 The house is two ®and ®ahalf stories in height with gable end to the street and a one -and®a ®half story ell on the eastern side® A round- headed window with arched hood is situated in the front gabled Other windows are rectangular, with two over two sashes, and small, raking hoods© One -story porches cover the main facade and the front of the ell© These have hipped roofs and chamfered posts. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map® 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk© 415 ®Po 389, 246®188, 233 ®1150 Eistory of Florence, ed© by Charles Sheffield, 1895® FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston C3 E R L p N 5-�- Jinveh'Yl t ?YD .rb I El O O DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Moved 5. Lot size: Date In Area no. Form no. 23A-195 Florence (Northampton) ess Organization 136 South Main Street Col. Thomas Pomeroy House ent use apG; denre ent owner Evelyn Tremaine ription: c. 1860 General style, )urce 1873 Atlas of Northampton Gothic Cottage style 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location, Architect unknown in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric brick in STtt. ea 1' Outbuildings (describe) none Other features. Pointed and lancet- shaped windows, tower Altered no Date no Date Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 200 feet Approximate distance of building from street 40 feet 6. Recorded by Lori Komaromi Northampton Historical Commission Mach 1(J®' 1976 MAY 5 1976 MASS. Ht r 7. Original owner .(if known) Original use resi ence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Th6mes ,(check as many as applicable) Aboriginal AOricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This eclectic Victorian residence is the most prominent of the late 19th century houses built along South Main St., and one of the most interesting houses in the city. Basically a one -story brick cottage with Mansard roof, the house is dominated by the tower at the northeast corner. This is a tall two stories in height with an extensive corbel table and narrow "Gothic" windows. Th'e tower is capped by a pyramidal roof with hipped dormers® A front porch with double chamfered posts, balustrade and lattice base cavers ttvo- thirds of the facade. In 1871 Joshua and Mary Abell paid $5000 for this property® The previous owner had been Daniel Bond, a Florence lawyer who lived on Main St© The house was probably built for Mr. Abell, who is listed in the directory as a "manufacturer of Scythe stones" in the 1873 directory. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early. -maps, etc.) 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bkm363 -P,25, 285 -359, 282-265 262 -183 Northampton Directory: FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. M Pr 1 N nu\ I I) Ytr I� P:d t7 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ess ription: wrc.e Architect Outbuildings (describe) 6. Recorded by I Florence (Northampton) ent use Resi dence ent owner Beatrice LaMontagne Organization Date 130 South Main Street J L. Abgl1 House circa 1860 1873 Atlas of Northampton Rural. Gothic Cottage Unknown Exterior wall fabric Bracketed Other features dormer windows, projecting bay, truncated gable, window and gabled porch Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 130 feet Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet Lori Komarorni Northampton Historical Commi ssion March 10 none MAY 5 1975 MA \SS. iJ 7 ri 7. Original owner (if known) Georc a H. Julia B. Olds Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as may as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This picturesque Victorian cottage was built during the early 1880's for George and Julia Olds. The 1885 directory lists Ar. Olds as a draughts- man and M'rs. Olds as a dressmaker. The house is one- and -a -half stories in height, L- shaped with a porch between the legs. A two- story bay window with polygonal roof projects from the front gable. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873; 1884& 1895 atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.368-Pm534 Northa7rpton Directory: Z885 -86. 37 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. craw SKeLCn 01 UU11u1L1 1waLLVi� in relation to nearest cross streets and other. buildings. Indicate north. (over) 3ent use �ription: r.�.,hitect Other features Date In Area no. Form no. 23A -Z90 Northampton .ess Z22 South Main St. A. Smart House Exterior wall fabric Organization NHC residence 3ent owner Flora and Eric StahZberg Jr. Z9Z2 ource Springfield Daily Republican Outbuildings (describe) Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Feb. 2980 clapboard 2� 7. Original owner (if known) Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Augustus Smart Original use residence Conservation Education x Exploration settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation This house was built during 1912 for Augustus Smart at a cost of 84000. South Main St. was primarily developed during the last third of the 19 century and presents a interesting display of the Victorian carpenter's skill. This house acts as a counterpoint to this tradition with its simple massing and large hipped roof. A front porch with hipped roof, Tuscan columns and balustrade extends across the facade and a one -story bay window projects from the eastern side. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 799 -P. 2Z4, 684 -505, 547 -Z64, 545 -101 and 452 -343. Northcnpton Directory: Z922, Z9Z5. Springfield Daily Republican, Dec. 30, 1912 p. Z0. °FORM B BUILDING DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings.` Indicate north. FLOR` N� MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston vj II PiVe 11 1)YrIe v (over) 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 23, -1q44 Northampton Florence) ess 33 Beacon Street ent use Residence ent owner Michael Cynthia ription: ource rireaiitect unknown Moved no Gagnon c. 1875 Atlas of Northampton, 1873 general style Stick /gothic revival Exterior wall fabric wood Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features two stories; `'corner tower and curved porch; wo od framing of gables; round headed windows Altered no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 75 feet Dubie Date Northampton Commission Historical JUN A 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) William H. Riley Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of the earlier houses built on Beacon St. The street had been laid out during the 1860's and Beorge Burr, a Florence industrialist, had bought most of the land on both sides. In 1882 William H. Riley boughs a lot east of Burr's homestead on the northside of the street and had this house built. It is well set back from the street and surrounded by large trees. The styling reflects the'eclecticism of the time with elements bor- rowed from many sources. A corner tower with a flared, pyramidal roof pierced by triangular windows dominates the asymmetrical mass. Verti i boarding in the gables and on the upper part of the tower, combine with the king posts and collar ties in the gables in animating the facade. 'William H. Riley was a reporter for the Springfield Union When the house was originally built. During the 1890's he and Joseph H. Riley formedtheir own company. Situated in Northampton center, they operated as stove dealers, plumbers and fas fitters. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.376 -P.121 Northampton Directory: 1882 -83, 1895 -96 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston other buildings. Indic-ate north. (over) Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe)11/2 story carriage house Other features wall gable with Gothic window, double brackets on a wide frieze, one story side bay, entrance/ portico Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 70° Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date cription: hitect Iti Area no. Northampton ress 43 Beacon Street ie sent use residence sent owner Loretta Corell 1882 -84 source Rego of Deeds Atlas 75' Date Date Form no. February 1980 23A -196 X Over one acre Z2L• 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. themes (check as many as applicable) i ;aboriginal b Conservation Recreation ="agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This 21 story residence was one of the earlier houses built on Beacon St. The street had been laid out during the 1860's, but was primarily the private domain of George Burr, one of Florence's leading industrialists, who had bought 81 acres on both sides of the street in 1868. In 1882 Kate Coughlin bought a lot east of, Burr's homestead and had this house built. At the end of the year she sold the lot and house to John B. O'Donnell, one of Northampton's first mayors and a realestate develope. Miss Coughlin continued to live in the house, however. The 3 bay facade has a central wall gable with "Gothic" window and 1 stony entrance portico capped by a balcony. Window hoods, wide boarding .and double brackets on a frieze board are used for emphasis and ornanenta- Lion., 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bko379 ®Pe105, 369-233 Northampton Directory: 1884 =85 ARM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. iviap. J Jraw anc wu vi "i,a.a.ui. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 6. I N i—LACT DP �ls� iZ� DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Altered Moved Lot size: ription: Circa 1870 itect Unknown no no 6. Recorded by L. Komaromi Form no. 23A- Iciq l Florence (Northampton) 'Ss y Baacon Street Gec A. Burr douse :nt use Residence ant owner Stramese, Nonie F. urce 1873 Atlas of Northampton Picturesque /Gauntry Villa Exterior wall fabric Bracketed Outbuildings (describe) None Other features Palladian window, stained glass windows, loggia, dentils 80 feet Date Date Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 144feet Approximate distance of building from street Organization rtham Hi stnri cal Commission Date Mareh$E� MAY 5 Original owner (if known) t, Oricr n Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates George A. Burr residence .9 8. Themes (check al many as applicable) 1 Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) George Burr came to Northampton in 1843 at the age of 14 and after an apprenticeship as an errand boy, formed a partnership for the purpose of handling coal, flour grain., After a brief time in New York, he re- turned to Northampton and was elected general agent of the Florence Sew- ing Machine Co., and subsequently served as treasurer. He later helped develop the Florence Manufacturing Co., and served as president and treasurer. For a number of years he was on the board of assessors and selectmen, and served as vice-president of the Florence Savings Bank f its inception. He also helped to finance the local concert of the famous Jenny Lind, who left her mark on Northampton by Calling it the "paradise of America". In 1868 Burr bought 81/2 acres on both sides of the recently opened street. The street had been laid out along the top of the river terrace and was pleasantly situated for a small estate. The Burr place is featured in the History of Florence and its picturesque nature has been maintained to this day. 10. Bibliography and/or:references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.253oPo217 History of Florence, ed. by Charles Sheffield, 1895 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston In Area no. Form no. 23A -211 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 ta (over) Northampton :sent owner Edward Kazmiera Skroski Source Reg. of Deeds Directory Exterior wall fabric clapboard shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features decoratively cut "shingles; for 2nd floor, entrance portico, decorative half— timbering in gables, and slate roof Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size! One acre or less Approximate frontage 100° Approximate distance of building from street 25° X Over one acre 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NRC 011.1 •111111 Date February 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Frank N. Fannie B. Look residence S. Themes (check as many as applicab'ae) 1 Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This turn-of-the-century residence was built for Frank Look, a promin- ent Florence industrialist, and his wife Fannie Burr Look. Mrs. Look was the daughter of George Burr, one of Florence's leading industrialists, and obtained the land from her mothers The lot is at the river terrace drop off and across the street from the Burrs. It was the first lot to be de- veloped on the southside of Beacon St. Mrs Look was connected with the Florence Sewing Machine Co. and the Florence Manufacturing Co. (later 3- -)wn as .Prophylactic Brush Co.), and served as treasurer and general manage. of the latter concern.. His name is memorialized in Look Park, 200 acres fur ,ther upstream on ,the Mill River that were donated to the city by his wife. Mrs. Look also -provided -funds for the development of the park and set up a trust fund for its upkeep. Look Park is the largest park in Northampton The facade of this 21 story house is broken by the long shed roof of the entrance portico which starts right under the eaves of the gable roof. A 21 story projection with first-floor cut-outs and half-timbering in the gable caps the western end of the facade. 10. Bibliography and /or_references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.447 -P ©435 Northampton Directory: 1891092 "A Chronicle of Industry on the Mill River Smith College Studies in History vol. 21 nos. 1 -4 37m-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1Vl�ip. Ufa VV aneLlii 'u uui auaii6. a.,... in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DL5 H 2 0 2 (over) Date In Area no. Form no. 23A -214 Northampton 42 Beacon Street W. Cordes House .ent use residence ;ent owner Roman Catholic Bishop of Springfield ;ription: ource Reg. of Deeds Directory 6. Recorded by Organization 1907 -08 Tudor Revival Exterior wall fabric clapboard stucco Outbuildings (describe) front porch with Altered Date Z23 Other features slate roof, 2 -story bay piers of ''rubble Moved, Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC February 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development William lola Cordes residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion X Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large turn -of- the century residence was built for William Cordes Cordes was a prominent local businessman at this time working for the Florence Manufacturing Co. He worked his way up from sales manager to general manager and treasurer, and then became president of the company in the early 1920 °s.. Mr. Cordes also served as president of the Florence Savings Bank. Beacon Ste was laid out during the 1860 °s, and connected Pine and South Main Sts. along the top of the river terrace. George Burr, a prominer Florence industrialist bought 81 acres on both sides of the street in 1868, had his own homestead built and sold a few lots off over the next decade- and-a-half. After Burr's death his widow sold a few more lots. The Cordes house backs up to the terrace drop -off and is well set back from the street. Flagstone walks and low foundation plantings add to the atmosphere created by the stucco and half timbering, rough -cut slate and rubble masonry of the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Rego of Deeds: Bk. 621 -P.361 Northampton Directory: 1909 -1940 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ILi .1 N 1V1a4.J. LL a VY onc LGU vi: vu11411.16 avva...�avu in relation to nearest cross and other buildings. ',Indicate north: �ription; ource Atlases Outbuildings (describe) brick Date IMm Moved 5. Lot size, One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan (over) Organization Date i Northampton •ess In Area no. Parsons Block NHC Form no. 17C -223 76 -96 Maple "'_St. 2 -4 North Main St. ;ent use commercial residential gent owner Timothy J. Timothy E. Shea February 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use 1st floor commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates ,S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Charles 0m Parsons Conservation Recreation Education Religion X Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian X Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Representative Families of Northampton, vol. 1, 1917 pe 375 2nd floor flats and public hall 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) "This was the most important and commodious business block in Florence, and it accordingly was at once appropriated by the leading local growing lines of trade." It was built by Charles Parsons, who bought the land from his father, Horace K. Parsons. Horace Parsons was a prominent Florence businessman, and Charles took over his father °s concerns, which included selling hay, grain and coal, as well as clothing and gentlemen's furnish- ings. He also performed many legal services for the village including ie drafting of wills, settling of real estate, and acting as a notary public; and was the head of the Florence Fire Department. When originally built, the Parsons Block contained the Florence Post Office at the corner, four retail firms on the first floor; three retail firms, a pool room and bowling alley in the basement; and a public hall, set for lodge rooms of the different fraternal orders, and five "up -to- date" flats on the second floor. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 Aoo4o -rtcaK ST 11 tle un 4:1 (over) 1 Northampton •ess 179 -81 Nonotuck St. ent use residence sent owner zription: 1840's source Sheffield and visual evidence hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: Date 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NEC In Area no. June 1980 brick Form no. 2311-242 Date Date One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates double residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is the most ornate of the double cottages with side ells in Florence, aZZ of which except for one are located on Nonotuck St. This street was Zaid out in Z836 and for a short while was the center of Florence, which had developed within a bend of the Mill River, and took advantage of the available water power for manufacturing. After the dissolution of the "Community" in 1846 two industrial companies, the Nonotuck Silk Co. and the Bensonville Mfg. Co., carried on in the area. The Bensonville Co. become the Greenville Co. in 1850 and they owned all of the residential property which was Zocr` d on the north side of Nonotuck St. The house has a one -and -a -half story, 5 -bay block with one -story ells on the eastern and western sides. Corbelling is used in the side gables and the facade is decorated with a cornice, dentils and frieze. The central entrance has a transom. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. Z854 and Z860 County Maps. Z873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. History of Florence, ed. by Charles Sheffield, Z895. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0 MOTO GK -r (over) .e Date :hitect Other features 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no. 23A -253 Northampton •ess Z93 -Z95 Nonotuck St. ;ent use residence sent owner cription: Z873 -84 Source Atlases Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Alteredp added Moved Date One acre or less x Approximate frontage Date early 20th c. Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC June Z980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8 Themes (check as many a applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of the better preserved of a number of double cottages with side ells built on Nonctuck St. in the mid 19th century. Nonotuck St. was laid out in 1836 to give access to the recently established silk mill on the Mill River. The street is located along the slopes of the Mill Riverterrace. In the mid 1840's a cotton mill was established on the river and this became the basis for the Bensonville Mf Co., Later the Greenville Mfg. Co. This company owned most of the land along Nonotuck St. and workers' housing was erected on the northern side. Mostly these were single cottages, but several double cottages were built. This double house first appears on the 1884 atlas, and seems to have replaced two smaller cottages. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, l884 and 1895 Atlases. History of Florence, ed. by Charles Sheffield (1895). 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston �►ii�ii(i i�►iif tza in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 Northampton .ess 57 Middle St. ;ent use residence >ent owner :ription: Durce iitect 1884 -95 Atlases Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 23A -257 E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 22 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural r Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation Z884 and Z895 Atlases. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This one- and -a -half story house is interesting for its ornate Victorian trim. This includes perforated bargeboards along the front and side gables, a trio- story, three -sided bay window projecting from the side and a one story porch with chamfered posts, elaborate brackets and a balustrade composed of closely- spaced, S-curve balusters. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets arid other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 lei ti L3 twPcol-e ST" 122 Ga (over) .ess- 53 Middle St. sent use residence Exterior wall fabric" Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size! One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 23A -258 Northorrpton c. 2860 Map and Reg. of Deeds E. Lonergan NHC June 2980 clapboard Date Date x Over one acre 7. Original owner (if known) Hill and Co. Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry, Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The 1915 atlas describes this house as a "stone building covered with clapboards This is one of the four "concrete houses" which were constructed on the northern side of this street. The street was laid out in 1860 and was first called "Concrete House Street" after these structures. The other three structures still have their stucco -like surfaces. Samuel L. Hill was prominent in the utopian Community in Florence which existed in the 1840's and became one of the major industrialists here afte.rwa_rc These houses were probably constructed for workers at the Sewing Machine Co., which wb.s located. on Chestnut St. The house is one and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and a one and -a -half story projection on the western side. A one -story porch extends across the facade and along the western side to the projection. The porch has a hipped roof, squre posts and ornate brackets. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, Z895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895-96, 1885 -86, 1873 -74, 1858 -69. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. M P I N 5 riz 7 C R.o sirS DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) :ss ant use Architect In Area no. Northamp ton 39,45, 49 Middle Street Concrete Houses RP Si dPnti al Form no. 2 3A Z(,Cr27 39 -James Hazel Brennan !nt owner 45- Howard Rlta. 0 Brien 49- Senuta Bladas iiption: c. 1860 Registry of Deeds, urce 195.119, 196.418 unknown concrete Exterior wall fabric stucco over stone Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features ridge roof with interior chimney;. L- shaped plan; 2 stories; 19th cena porches and later additions Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Altered additions no C_;_'__ f -i _a x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet 6 Recorded by Ca Dubie Organization Date Northampton Hi stori cal Commis sic t a o 'T) JUN :10 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if kno•,vn) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Resi dence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) x Resi dence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry x Social/ Military Humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Four. concrete wall houses were built, apparently by industrialist Samuel Hill, on a new street laid out in 1860© The street, now Middle Street, was first called "Concrete House Street," for the unusual dwellings located there. Three of the four structures still exhibit their stucco-like surfaces; the fourth has been covered with :.clapboards or removed. Sa_� °el L. "Hill was an overseer in a Willamantic,. Connecticut cotton factory who care to r lorence in 1842 as one or the original members of the Northampton Association of Education and Industry© The Association or "Community" was one of the many utopian exper- iments undertaken in the 1840' s and drew chiefly on the anti-slavery and Transcendentalist elements,' Hill remained in Florence after the dissolution of the Community and became a prominent industriali t, landowner, and humanitarian. It is ossible that Hill, a nri ncipal investor in the Florence Sewing Machine Company, Main Chestnut Streets, had the four dwellings built for workers to whom he later sold them. The dwellings are simple in plan, with cleanly cut wi ndow openings, gently sloped ridge roots, and Greek Revival style details at the entrances. Porches and w additions are present. If constructed of concrete as indicated in deed records, the houses are extremely significant as examples of the concrete wall form promoted by Orson Squire Fowler in the 1850' s in his patternbooks and patterns for "octagon houses" Fowler held that concrete, or "the grav wall" represented a cheap, obtainable, and superior building material. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Ha« shire County, 1067,80, 6630381,554 ©243 .-245, 470,273, 390,201, 236,4, 225 ©214, 195,119, 1960418, 115, 74 ®79, 377 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston .3 11 1 Ol7Le s's in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Cu c*z3 10 El D G (over) Moved 5. Lot size: Date ess 31-33 Middle Street ;ent use residence ;ent owner ;ription: In Area no. Form no. 23A -272 Northampton 1860 -73 ource Map and Atlas hitect Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered sided Date mid 20th c. One acre or less Approximate frontage Date x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization E. Lonergan NHC Jaune 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8 Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 0 r Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is the only one of this type of double house located on the plateau in Florence. There are several others of this type along Nonotuck St. on the river terrace. The house is one- and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and one -story ells on either side. The first known owners were William Phillips, a dry goods merchant, and Robert Pease, a machinist, both of whom were listed here in the 1873 directory. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z860 County I4ap. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: Z873 -74, Z885 -86, Z895 -96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 (over) Northarrrpton •ess 27 Middle St. Sent use residence sent owner cription: source e hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 23A -273 c. 1873 Atlas Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street F. Lonergan x Over one acre ,Tang 1980 Date Date Z 3, 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This one- and -a -half, L- shaped cottage features fish- cale shingles in the gables, a one -story bay window on the facade and a one -story porch in the crook of the L. The porch has a flat roof, turned posts with elaborate cut -out brackets and a simple balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 2873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston A 0 C3E1140 1-1 ci cS (over) Northampton •ess 2Z Middle St. e W. Law House ;ent use residence :ent owner :ription: In Area no. Z860 's )urce Map and Directory 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric cZapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Form no. 23A -274 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Loner_gan Organization NHC Date June Z980 23Z 7. Original owner (if known) William Law Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development O Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Middle St. formerly known as Center St., and originally called "Concrete House Street" was laid out in Z860. This was the year before the Florence Sewing Machine Co. was formed and located on Chestnut St. between Main St. and the newly laid -out street. The new street opened up Zand for residential development near this growing industrial site. This house first appears on the Z873 atlas as the property of William Law, a machinist employed by the Sewing Machine Co. Mr. Law may have live here as early as the late Z860's, as he is listed in the 1868 directory as working for the Sewing Machine Co. The house is two- and -a -half stories taZZ with gable end to the street and a two -story gabled projection on the western side. All of the windows have six over six sashes and there is an entry portico, with flat roof and chamfered posts. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, Z884 and Z895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: k8668 -69, 1873 -74, Z885 -86, 1895 -96. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 1'1► It 2�vg� FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) .ess e Nonotuck Silk Co. Building ;ent use industrial sent owner ;ription: ource Sheffield,History of Florence hitect Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Northampton Riverside Drive c. 2895 NHC private Form no. 23A -286 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan June 2980 7. Original owner (if known) Northampton Silk Co. Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry r Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation of themes checked above) In Z835 Samuel Whitmarsh purchased nearly 300 acres of Land on both sides of the Mill River in what was *later to become Florence. Within a few months the Northampton Silk Co. was organized and by the next year then were one hundred acres planted with mulberry trees, and the old oil mill had been made ready to manufacture silk. This miZZ was on the north bank of the river at the foot of Prospect St. In 1837 a substantial brick factory, on a ston foundation Z20' x 40' and four stories high was constructed a short distance down river at a bend in the river. A canal was dug from the dam near the old mill to the new factory. For the next few years the business grew steadily, however the "mulberry craze" had caused speculators to invest wildly and the market crashed. In 1840 the property was advertised for sale. Late the next year the trustees of the defunct Northampton Silk Co. sold the estate to Joseph Conant, the former superintendent of' the Company, Samuel L. Hill of Willimantic, connecticut, and William Coe and George Benson, both of Brooklyn, Connecticut. These people set up the Northampton Association of Education and Industry, an organization inspired by the "transcendental" communities of Hopedale and -Brook Far in eastern. Massachusetts, and whose main goals were "progress towards a better state of society, and the development of a true social and moral life The large brick factory was fitted up and the "factory boarding house" established. A laundry, kitchen, dining room, and sleeping quarters were included within the building as well as the "Community store" and rooms for silk manufacturing, skeining and packing. By Z844 sixty -five to eighty members took their meals here and nearly that continued. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z83Z Town Map. Z854 and Z860 County Maps. Z873, Z884, Z895 and 1915 Atlases. History of Florence edited by Charles Sheffield, Z895. Z875 76 Northampton Directory and Historical Register, pp. 41 45. Z860 -6Z Northampton Business Directory and General Advertiser, p. 97. Greenville Cotton Mill, No. 6050, Barlow's Insurance Surveys, Z879. INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL CCWMISSION Office of the Secretary, 'Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. 9. Historical Sianificance •a C ity: Northampton 0 Form No: 23A -286 Property Name: Nonotuck Silk Co. Buil number slept here. The Association also owned several houses on Nonotuck St., one on Spring St and two on Meadow St. In 1845 it was decided to manufacture cotton in the brick building: and build apnew mill for the silk business. This expense proved too much for the 'Community =and they were forced to sell the brick factory and Z00 acres of Zand to the Bensonvill Mfg. Co. Even this couldn't substantially improve the Community's financial condition and they dissolved in November of 28466. Q1 George Benson was the prime mover of the Bensonville Mfg. Co., which produced cotton: cloth. The name of the Company was applied to the area until its failure in Z850. The new Company also lent its nacre to the surrounding arear GreenviZZe. However, when it was announced that a Post Office'zouZd be established 'Here, the residents decided on a- different nmrre: Florence, the name of "the great silk emporium of Italy This was suggested by Dr. Mcrae, who operated a water cure in the village; however his suggestion of "Arno" for the more prosaic Mill River never caught on By 1860 The GreenviZZe Mfg. Co. employed 80 hands and turned out 20,000 yards of cotton goods a week. At this time the only building was the 'old four- story, brick mill. In the next twenty years three story additions were made to the eastern and western ends. An Z879 insurance survey described the layout of the activities in this iZZ complex. The first and second floors of the buildings were used for weaving, the third floors for picking, carding, spinning and winding, while the fourth floor of the old building was used for spinning. Cotton manufacturing went into a decline and the GreenviZZe Mfg. Co. went out of business. In Z886 the property was purchased by the Nonotuck Silk Co., a suc- essor to part of the Florence Community's industrial holdings, which in turn grew out of the Northarrpton`SiZk Co. By 2895 the Nonotuck Co. had mills in Florence, Leeds and Haydenville along the Mill River and in Hartford, 'Conn. They manufactured "machine twist, sewing, em- broidery, rope,- etching, and knitting silks in fast colors, also silk hosiery and underwear." They employed 800 hands and produced between five and six thousand pounds a week. It was during this period that a two -story dyehouse and three -story addition were constructed.'Toda these buildings, along with the early 20th century power plant are the only remnants of this industrial complex which played such a large part in the history of Florence. Staple to Inventory form at bottom FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of Punaing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. r N S a g a to 37M -7 -77 N (over) 1 .ess ;ent use furniture Sent owner 3 ription: c. 1910 ource Atlases and visual evidence rcnitect Exterior wall fabric Other features Outbuildings (describe) Altered lame additions Moved Date 5. Lot size One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Northampton Date June 1.980 In Area no. 269 Locust St. Northampton Silk Co. Hosiery Mill NHC Danco brick Over one acre 200 E. "Lonergan Form no. 23B -8 CSC 7. Original owner (if known) Original use silk hosiery mill Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development .x, Northcnmmpton Silk Co. Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Florence Tack Co. was established during the mid Z870's and manufactured tacks and smaZZ nails. This was one of the first such concerns in western Mass. and was operated until the early 1890's. At that time the company failed and the shop remained idle. Early in the 20th century, the propoerty was purchased by the Northampton Silk Co., and the present two- and -a -half story brick block built at the corner of Holyoke St. (now Straw Ave.) and Locust St.," as well as the "saw- toothed" roofed miZ on Hoyoke St. A 1915 insurance map breaks the Company's functions down thusly: mill: carding, winding and spinning in the basement and knitting on the first floor; front block: stock room and silk vault in the basement, office and packing on the first floor, and finishing on the second floor. The frame building of the Tack Co. were us for dyeing and other activities. These have subsequently been demolished. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, Z884 and Z895 Atlases. History of Florence, Ed. by Charles Sheffield, 1895. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. map. Draw in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 46° (over) ess e Organization NHC In Area no. Northampton 6 -8 Hatfield St. A. Sawyer House ;ent use residence Sent owner Raymond and Allyn Dargis 3ription: c. 1850 >ource Directory and Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E Lonergan Date March 1980 Form no. 23B -15 ?3S 7 Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Amos Sawyer Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Explbration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The core of this house appears to have been built about 1850 for Amos Sawyer, who operated a soap and candle manufactory just west of here® Around 1890 his factory was taken over by the rforthampton Street Railway Co. and transformed into car barn The house was transformed into two tenements at about the same time. 3 Hatfield St. first appears on the 1831 town map and leads, as its name suggests to Hatfield. Locust St. was part of the main stage route westerly from Northampton, thus making this a major junction© The house is 23 Z stories in height with gable end to the street and a 2 story gabled projection on the northern side. The front gable has a rectangular window with six over six sashes, the other windows in the house have two over two sashes. A one-story porch extends across the facade and partially along both sides of the house. This is composed of hipped roof, turned posts and balustrade. On the southern side of the house are two two-story bay windows. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1794 and 1831 Town Naps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases® Northampton Directory: 1875 ®760 1854 and 1860 County Naps® FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by E Lonergan Organization NHC Date June 1980 Date PTION: Source Style Architect .c Name •iginal' resent Exterior wall fabric stucco Outbuildings Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton 184 North Elm St. lip:[ Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner Mathew T. O'Connor 11. O'Connor Mouse 1914 S ®D.R Area Form no. /616-42 .2sis residence residence Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within. community) The house is an interesting combination of plain stucco surfaces, complex form, heavy timVering as expressed in end rafters and brackets, and several different window shapes, used singly or in bands. Basically of T shape with the foot towards the street, eac end has a gambrel form with shed dornert stove the first story, which is rectilinear. The entrance located at the northern end of the facade, is covered by a gabled hood with large brackets. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This house was built in 1914 for Matthew O'Connor at a cost of $4000. The 1915 directoyy lists fro O'Connor as a gens contractor, carpenter and mason, and he most likely constructed the house himself. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Direcotry: 1915 and 1922. Sprint field Dail y ecublican Dec. 28, 19140 20M -2/80 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston t. /Vic+[J. JJl in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ass Nurses Home and Training School ent use ent owner ription: urce Litect Exterior wail fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Date Organization NHC In Area no. Form no. 23B -46 Northampton 1920 Denniston Place plaque on building brick Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan March 1980 237 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Nurses Home and Training° School Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Cooley Dickinson Hospital Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ -Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large brick building was built as the nurses' home and training school for Cooley Dickinson Hospital. This is the only hospital in Northampton, and was opened in 1886 through a $70,000 legacy of Caleb Cooley Dickinson, a citizen of Hatfield. In 1901 a training school for nurses was opened, but the hospital quickly outgrew its semi]. quarters® Alexander Mc Callum, a prominent local merchant and industrialist left a large sum of money to the hospital upon his decease, and this building was dedicated in memory of him in 1920© The original Victorian hospital has almost disappeared behind 20th century additions and remodelings, but this building remains substantially as it was built® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1915 Atlas. The Northampton Book; ed. by The Tercentenary History Committee 7orthampton of Toda2, 1902, p© 47. P. 1 i FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings.' Indicate north. 37M-7 -77 1k d (over) Architect 6. Recorded by Date In Area no. Form no. 23B -47 Northampton ass 593 Elm Street ;Silk Mill Boarding House ent use residence ent owner ription: c. 1R41 )urce Organization The Histo y of Florence and visual evidence Greek Revival Exterior wall fabric clapbeard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered enclosed porcheb 0 Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre X Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 2 38 20th c. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use boarding house Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical. significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1822, Enoch Jewett bought land on both sides of Boughton Meadow Brook. Soon afterwards (before 1830) he built a dam across the brook and raised the pond which became "Holland's", and later, "Warner's" pond. The water power was used in a small shop to manu- facture spools and bobbins for the area's wollen and silk mills. Mr. Jewett °s house was also located on this property. The 80 acres of land with house, shop, dam and water privilege were sold to Joseph Conant, Earle Swift and Orwell Chaffee in November of 1842. These three men had recently withdrawn from the Northampton Association for Education and Industry, or "The Community" as it was known, and they immediately erected a silk mill on the Jewett property. They were suceeded by Joseph Warner, who is known to have owned the silk mill as early as 1859, and his son Luther. In the mid 1880 °s, John Leonard took over the property and operated the silk mill until it burned down in the mid 1890 °se The site was purchased by the Nonotuck Silk Co., but they never rebuilt. The pond was drained, and the property acquired by the city of Northampton early in the 20th century. Smith's Agricultural School was built on the northern part of the lot, _n fronting on Locust St., in 1908. Oliver Smith, a wealthy citizen of Hatfield, left $30,000 in his will in 1844 for this project, with the proviso that the money not be used for sixty years. Mr Smith also established Smith Charities, and through his niece Sophia Smith, Smith e p y d T ih cadm The Stc t cl o 8 3o serew3 ,e 10. Bi io a an or t re erencees s uch as loc stoSre e��' 1 �s 5 early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map; 1845 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. The History of Florence, C. Shefield, editor, 1895. "A Chronicle of Industry on the Mill River Smith College Studies in History, vol. 21, 1936. INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL cammissiow 4n Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being' continued below. 5. Historical Significance property. Staple to Inventory form at bottom Community: Northampton Form No: 23B -47 Property Name: Silk Mill Bo a r d i g House The boarding house was probably built during the early 1840's for the silk mill established by the three members of the NAEI. It is the only structure still standing from the site's industrial past, although part of the foundation of, the silk mill is still visible on the western side of the brook just north of Elm St. The house is two and a half stories in height, with gable end to the street and a long two and a half story ell on the western side. It featured pedimented gables, wide friezeboard and wide cornerboards. The entry is flanked by smooth pilasters and capped by an entablature with molded cornice. z. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets arid' other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton •ess 216 Locust St. e sent use residence sent owner :ription: 1868 -73 ource hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered enclosed porch Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 23B -48 Reg. of Deeds and Atlas X NHC June 1980 brick E. Lonergan Date mid 20th c. Date Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 8. T Subsequent uses (if any) and dates mes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 7. Original owner (if known) Original use resdience In 1868 a subdivision was filed for a sizeable addition to the Florence village plan. This was for the land between South Main St. and Locust Main Sts., bounded on the east by the terrace drop -off for Broughton Brook. By 1873 nine houses had been built. This was the only brick house built and was also the first one to be built on Locust St. The house is one- and -a -half stories high with steeply- pitched gable to the side and a central wall gable on the facade. A one -story bay window projects from the eastern side, and the windows have arched brick lintels and brick Zugsills. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 189;5 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 249- P.110. 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `t. MU-1J. 1/1 JneLI t1 Vl uuiiuius ivy a�ivii. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. T-a:3 an ro t ti (over) Date In Area no. Northampton ress 3 Berkshire Terrace ne H. Packard House sent use residence !sent owner Elsie Murphy cri pt ion e 1870 -73 Source P_eg. of eels P. le n1 chitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features wrap- srounc porcl wjth dlutec piers, 1 shaocd with 6' 6 Organization shin Form no. 238 -07 ;1es 'Gothic' wir in rabic Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC Febru 'ary 1990_ 7 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicab Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development le) In 1870 Horace Baldwin and Goodwin's subdivision plan ans bounded on the east by the terrace paid 5450 for the two lots, and as Mr. house himself 1373, 1894 1895 Ftlases Registry of Deeds: i✓k.287 -P.157 Northampton Directory: 1888 -89 Julia F. Horace H. Packarc Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian Transportation and Julia Packard bought lots no. Z and 2 on for land bewteen South Main St. annd Main St., drop -off for Broughton's Brook. The Parson's Packard was a carpenter he probably built the 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) The house is two -and -a -half stories tall with gable end to the street and a one- and -a -half story ell in the rear of the southern side. All of the windows but one have two over two sashes and molded window surrounds. The other windol is located high up in the front gable, has six over six sashes and "Gothic" surround. A one -story porch extends across the facade and along the southern side to the ell. This porch has a hipped rood', square, fluted piers and a simple balustrade. r 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 Tnwn Ncrthari•oton 105 South Main Street source Director ess Sent owner Donna John Fvden'.-evez cription: c 1°20 :hitect Exterior wall fabric In Area no. Form no. 27B-68 Stucco Outbuildings (describe) Other features entrance port 70 w.w:ith exposed rafters, 1 story sic._ un ZL Der h Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC Febraury 1. 7. Original owner (if known) D ,vic Condon Original use r P i o n 7e Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes.(check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development i Conservation recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of the more recent houses built along South Main St. in Florence. Most of the other houses date from the last third of the 19th century. The smooth stucco finish and relative overall symmetry contrast with the clapboard decorative shingles and asymmetry of the Victorian houses. The house is two®and ®a ®half- stories in height with a three —bay facade and a one—story sum porch on the eastern end® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1315 ?'.t1ase- Registry of Deecs: Bk. 787 -P.80, 437-91, 249 -110 111 Nor thempton Directory: 1c222 192? FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7-77 i iap. liraw SKCLI:ll 01 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. N (over) �n ress ie sent use residence sent owner Charles Muriel Pitrat cription: 1882 °84 source Reg. of Deeds Atlas n� hitect Northampton Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 23B -69 114 South Main Street C. Bardwell House Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Loner February 1980 292 7. Original owner (if known) Celestia M. Bardwell Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical -significance- (include explanation of themes checked above) South Main St. was laid out as a connector between Florence and the silk mill located on Broughton Brook where Nonotuck and Elm Sts© meet. This was probably done in the mid 1840's just after the constuction of the mill. A few cottages were built in the vicinity of the mill, but most of the street wasn't developed until the 1870's By 1900 the area was relatively complete, forming an interesting Victorian streetscare© This house seems to have been built for Celestia Bardwell, widow of E. C. Bardwell, who was a local silk worker. The house is basically L-shaped with a truncated, Mansard tower in the crook of the' 1. The front of the tower serves as the main entrance, and'this is covered by an extension of the front gable© A bay window projects from the eastern side. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873; 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 376 -P.168 Northampton Directory: 1888-89 FORM B BUILDING 371 -7 -77 MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. map. Lraw SKeten vi uuiiuiug lwa.i.a .,ii in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ress ie sent use In Area no. Form no. 23B -70 Northampton 108 South Main Street E. Barnard House residence sent owner Rita Perreault O'Leary cription: 1875 -84 ;ourceReg. of Deeds Atlas e n1,,hitect Exterior wall fabric shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered side porches Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC Date2Oth C. February 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural .Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development m Edward Ho Barnard residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1875 Edward Barnard bought one -third of an acre on the western side of Main St. (now South Main) in Florence. Mr. Barnard was the super- intendent of Lewis Warner's silk mill, located at the junction of South Main, Nona- tuck, Elm and Federal Sts., and had this house built for his residence. The house has been altered by the addition of a sun porch on fry- eastern side and by being covered with shingles. However the basic form is still ap parent with the simple window forms and two over two sashes. The entrance is covered by a Tuscan portico with projecting cornice. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bko323 —P.,99 Northampton Directory: 1888 -89 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw si etcn 07. ouiiuing iuea�iou in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton 'ess 98 South Main Street e T. ylev House >ent use In Area no. Form no. ?B -7l residence Sent owneriviar ston Dor s Lei ;ription: 1868 -73 ource Reg. of Deers tla E. Loner.g-n .,hitect Exterior wall fabric clapbo ,r0 Outbuildings (describe) Other features 1 tory wrap around po w th turnec9 posts c'eccrative I. ck et 1 .3tor.y sYe bay Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date NHC February 1980 '2A II 7. Original owner (if known) T nom s M. B v 1 e y Original use resider.. :e Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1868 Thomas Bayley, a mechanic, bought an acre of land on Main St0 (now South Main) for $500. A right of way was reserved for Beacon St., which forms the southern and western boundaries of the property today. The 1860 map of Florence doesn't show any development in the large area bounded by Pine, South Main and the soon-to-be-laid- out Beacon St0 By 1873 this area had been subdivided for residential lots and development was progressing. The house features a wrap around porch with turned posts, fanr" brackets, simple balustrade and lattice base, and also has a one ®st bay window on the southern side's gabled projection. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 rtlesE. Registry of Deeds Bk.409- P.4?8, ?4c- -?27, 256- Northampton Directory: 1868 ®69 1873 ®74 1875 ®76 1888 ®890 37m-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sKel cn of uut iutug lv� a ivu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 23C -30 Northampton :ss 82 Maplewood Terrace J. Carroll House :tit use residence nt owner Mary Briggs 'iption: 1875 urce present owner n� �dtect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 19Re 21-1 7. Original owner (if known) James Carroll Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Southern and eastern slopes of Baker's Hill were dev- eloped for residential lots in the decade after the Civil War. A second manufactory was established on the banks of the Mill River at Bay State in 1866 and the first manufactory, the Bay State Hardware Co., was expandin4. Warner St, Maplewood Terrace, and Maple St. (now Liberty St.), come together at a point high up on the slope of the hill, about 130 feet above the Mill River, and provide a panoramic view southerly to the Mount Tom and Holyoke Ranges and the gap between them through which the Connecticut River flows. James Carroll, a mechanic, had this house built in the mid- 1870's and it is maintained in his family to this day. The house is two and a half stories in height with slate, gable roof and features an ornate entry porch, which is composed of fanc:Y brackets, posts and a two level balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc. 1873, 1884, and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1875 -76, 1884 -85, 1890 -91. ki.nq HISIURIC RESOURCES SURVEY HISILRLC ARCHEOLOGIC SITES Massachusetts Historical C Office of the Secretary State House, Boston SITE NAME(S) 2, TOWN/CITY 3, STREET 6a0PERIOD(S) (Check all applicable boxes) E717th Co Q18th C. L'19th Co 6b. ESTIMATED OCCUPATION RANGE DATING METHOD 8a0 SITE TYPE 0Agrarien °Residential 9. DESCRIBE SIZE, HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL BOUNDARIES 11, SOIL 13. WATER 1:47W TATIcki PRESENT 15 SflE INTEMITY 78 L7Yes No sylW' Northam ssion USDA Soil Series ton Town i �'r srnr 1 4441 1 g Q NR LiAcr C7ELIG0 First By State Raceway (IF NOT AVAILABLE, G Acidity 7 Acid NEAREST WATER SOURCE =Undisturbed °Good 7Fair °Destroyed 16. SURROUNDING ENVIRONMENT n Land Wood1and =Eroded Soils Commercial industrial Coastal Isolated MAS NO. COUNTY ?if LED DESCRIPTION OF Riverside Drive® on west side extending north from Northampton Cutlery Co. (S) AND ADDRESS (ES) city of Northampton and Northampton Cutlery i g- pub lie f7Private SITE LOCATED HY 0" Survey AjAvocational Collector °Field School f7Other (Specify) Describe Sampling Strategy used to Locate Site: fr2Oth C. 1840 20th century COMPARATIVE MATERIALS MAPS 1854, 1831,1860, 1873, 1884,1895. 1 TITLE SEARCH Yes allo OTHER Industrial L7Unknmin °Other (Specify)_ CID 8b. SCRIBE 10. STRATIGRAPHY Surface Indicators Stratigraphy ruins L:7Stratified Surface finds 2/[7NOT Stratified rkers ellar Hole 'Contour Elevation Slope of Ground 7O-5 [15-15 A:715-25 Q'over25 12. TOPOGRAPHY 14 tat Agtentle undulation ase 7Ro11in Hills L SIZE AND SPEED DISTANCE FROM SITE SEASONAL AVAILABILITY PAST Hampshire J410 ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS Commercial L:7 f7Free Access °Need Owner Permission 7Restricted ONo Access DISTRICT f7No "-ludIR-3z 2d -31/ TO REACH SITE) IF DISTURBED, DESCRIBE DISTURBANCE r7Residential I7Scattered Buildings 2:7Rural Visible from Site i•TO 4 EPORTED BY: IONMENTS 19. PREVIOUS WORK GSurface Collected "Pat hunted" Tested Excavation 20. PRESENT LOCATION OF MATERIALS (INCLUDE ADDRESSES) 21. REFERENCES /REPORTS 22. RECOVERED DATA (identify IN DETAIL, including structures, related outbuildings, landscape features, etc.) A. Documentary: B. Archaeological: BY WHOM/AFFILIATION BY WHOM/AFFILL4TION BY WHOM/AFFILIATION 23. ARCHAEOLOGICAL OR HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE The site is located on the east bank of the Mill River in the village of Bay State. It consists of the remnants of a dam, the headrace and the tilrace of the power canal. In addition, tb° 24. ATTACH TO THIS FORM PfRUI —No 25. SKETCH PLAN OF SITE FIELD EVALUATION BY WWAFFILIATION DATE DATE DATE DATE INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COiff SSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. its length. Bibliography 23. Archaeological or Historical Significance C cuirunity Northampton Staple to Inventory form at bottom Form No: 23C -31/3 Property Name.'Bay State Raceway basement of the oldest building at the Northampton Cutlery Co. still has its water wheel. According to the 1860 Directory, the dam was constructed c. 1847 by George A. Hill. A, few years later the first brick block was built for the manufacturing of articles of hemp. This business only lasted a short while, and in 1854 the Bay State Tool Manufacturing Co. took over the works. This in turn was followed by the Bay State Hardware Co. in 1858 and the Northampton Cutlery Co. in 1870. The last named firm is still in operation. The power canal hasn't been in use for long time, and was used as a dump for the cutlery's waste until twenty years ago. Today the quarter mile long headrace is only evident for the northern half of 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1860 -61, p. 96. Registry of Deeds: Bk 276 -P 103, 240 -190, 2047300, 180 -422, 173 -312 through 318 FORM B BUILDING 1\1ASSACHUSE TTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 'ess ;ent use residence tent owner Leo and Grace Hicks tription; 1 -84 t urce, Atlases iitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features clapboard other buildings. Altered tJ t) Moved Date 4 1 A 5. Lot size: One acre or less N (over) Date In Area no. Northampt Organization Min CO. x Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NEC June 1980 Date Form no, 23C -76 Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 2 1{7` 7. Original owner (if known) 'Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Water St0 (now Willow) was laid out between 1860 and 1873 and was developed residentially throughout the latter part of the 19th century. The Nonotuck Silk Co. owned most of the land and filed ';a subdivision plan with 53 lots. Most of the houses were built for workers at the various industries in Florence. The first known owner of this house was Maurice Hoffernan who was employed by the Nonotuck Silk Co. The house is two and -a -half stories tall with gable end to the front and a gabled projection on the eastern side. A one -story porch extends across the theee -bay facade and along the eastern side to the projection. It has a hipped roof, °turned posts with ornate brackets and a balustrade. A large barn of "saltbox" shape is in the rear of the proper. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1965, 1892 -930 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ..r..r.. U.......b,..�..�,..,,. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. :ription: 2873 -84 Exterior wall, fabric clapboard figEN 7M -7 -77 fl Northampton (over) >ent ownerillargaret and Agnes O'Donnell Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 23C -77 E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 7, Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military, humanitarian Community development r. Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: Z884 -85, 1888 -89. Between Z854 and 1860 a bridge was constructed across the Mill River near the silk and cotton mills of This opened up land on the southern side of the river for residential development. A subdivision plan was prepared and streets laid out. By 1873 Bridge (now Bliss) and Water (now Willow) Streets and their connectors (now Scanlon St.) had been Zaid out, along with 53 lots and nearly 30 residences. The land had been owned by the Nonotuck Silk Co. and many of the dwellings housed workers for this company or one of Florence's other industries. By the end of the 19th century this had became a` small neighborhood. This house has decorative shingle work in the front gable and also uses shingles as a bettcourse between the first and second floors. A small entry porch has a hipped roof with turned pasts, perforated brackets, balustrade and lattice base. A bay window with polygonal roof projects from the facade. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary State House, Boston )urce Map and Atlas Exterior wall fabric tB --7 -77 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) n Northampton ess Riverside Dr. Outbuildings (describe) Other features Approximate frontage In Area no, Form no. 23C -9Z AItered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC June Z98c0 le) Corse va.tion Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explana' This small house is architecturally interesting for its Large, wrap- around porch which covers two thirds, of the facade and an of the ,southern side. The porch is one-story tall with flat roof and two entrances. The main entrance, on the facade is pedimented. The porch features a projecting cornice, turned- spindle frieze, turned posts with small brackets and balustrade with simple square balusters. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc. 1860 County Map. 1873 and Z895 Atlases. 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION )ffice of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1. Town 3S e nt Other features 5. Lot kil.amsomow In Area n6. Northampton 54 Nonottack Street.-- P. Donovan House use rsi-1ence.. ,ent owner tription: 1883-84 ource Registry of Deeds, Atlas e Mansard Cottage hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) David Reed and Sandra; clapboard Form no. 23D-8 20th c._ enclosed P°rc Altered porch D Moved Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage E Lonergan 6. Recorded by bTHC Organization Date April 1980 S Approximate distance of builditig from street 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Patrick and Honora Donovan .g 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Patrick Donovan bought halts and acre of land at the junction of Hinckley and Nonotuck Streets in 1883 for $250. Within a year this house was constructed. Mr. Donovan ran a grocery and meat mark -et here. This house is one story in height with a steeply pitched Mansard roof. Gabled dormers project from the roof. B ibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884, and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 386 -P 217. Northampton Directory: 1884 -85. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. I\lap. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ;ent use ;ent owner Katherine Schulda ;ription; 1895 -1915 ource Architect Northampton ess 107: Riverside Drive Atlases Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size: O One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date In Area no. residence January 1980 Form no. 23D -48 251 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large, two- and -a -half story residence is prominently located dt the junction of three important mid nineteenth century roads: the road leading to the hay State mills (Riverside Drive), the road to Warner's Silk Mill (Federal Street heading north), and the road to the raper Mill (Federal Street heading south). For some unknown reason, this lot wasn°t developed until the early twentieth century. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with slate, hipped roof and has projecting, pedimented gables at the southwest and northeast corners. A one story porch extends between these two projecting gables. The porch has turned posts with fancy brackets and a balustrade with turned balusters 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Organization (over) Date 1 Northampton Itl Area no. 'ess 101 Riverside Drive Boynton House Sent owner Geraldine Bartlett ource Registry of, Deeds Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features porch 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC January 1980 Form no. 23D -49 ornate veranda -Like Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Henry M. Boynton Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes .(check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development X Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This one and a half story, L- shaped cottage is located at the intersection of the roads leading to the Bay State mills (Riverside Drive), to Warner's Silk Mill (Federal St.), and to the Paper Mill (now also known as Federal St.). Henry Boynton acquired one -third of an acre in 1863 for $600_ In 1867 George Boynton and his wife Sarah were living in this house. G. Boynton was employed by the Bay State Hardware Co. The Most prominent feature of the cottage is its one story, wrap around porch. The porch has turned posts, small fan brackets,, a spindle frieze and a balustrade with closely- spaced, turned balusters. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884, and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 244 -P 5, 212 -114. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 (over) 1 Northampton ess 89 Riverside Drive e ,ource e 4. Map. Draw sKetcn I.,.;at...,« a_ hitect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Sent owner �ription: c. 1910 In Area no ;ent use residence Form no. 23D -50 i.re�t i es Exterior wall fabric wood shingles Outbuildings (describe) Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization NHC Date April 1980 Other features E. Lonergan 2S3 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This early 20th century residence is interesting for its complex massing and shingled surface. The porch which extends across the facade and halfway along the western side has broadly arched openings between the shingled posts, and is recessed under the extended gable roof. A bay dormer with polygonal roof is also on the western side. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Northampton Directory: 1905 and 1915. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other. buildings. Indicate north. J. Longden House :nt owner Mary Sweeney Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 37M-7-77 43 CI O (over) Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less In Area no. Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E.Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 Form no. 23D -76 Date x Over one acre Z 59 Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 9. Historical significance (include explanation 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1884 -85. 7. Original owner (if known) ,T„t,,,— r,n,��o,, of themes checked above) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation Warner St. was laid out during the mid 1860's on the southeastern slopes of Baker's Hill. It was meant to be a residential street for the employees at the cutlery mills in Bay State. In 1867, John Longden paid 662 ®40 for half an acre "with buildings The seller was Samuel L. Hinckley, a prominent Northampton industrialist who was active in both Florence and Bay State manufactories. This house may have been there at that time, but if not was built soon afterwards. Mr. Longden was employed by the Northampton Cutlery Co., and was listed as a fore man in the 1884 -85 directory. This is a very simple two story .house with gable end to the street and a one story porch which extends across the facade, around the corner along the eastern side to the one -story projection two- thirds of the way back. The porch has chamfered posts and fancy brackets. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch ot builaing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess Northampton ent use .ent owner 117 Warner Street :ription: c. 1870 Other features In Area no. residence )urce Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) 1 story barn Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street G. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 Form no. 23D -77 55 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884, and 1895 Atlases. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Warner St. was laid out in two sections: the first, in 1858, being from Paper Mill Road (now Federal St.) to Hinckley St., and the second, during the mid 1860's, from Hinckley St. westerly to Maple St. (now Liberty St.). The,second section climbed the south— eastern slopes of Baker's Hill and provided sweeping vistas of the Connecticut River Valley south to the Mount Tom Range. This house was built sometime before 1873 when it fthrst shows on the local atlas. The first known owner, Charles H. Miller, a cutler at the Northampton Cutlery Co., lived here during the 1880's. Two stories in height, and L— shaped, the house has little in the way of ornamentation except for slightly projecting window surrounds and a half porch with square posts. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston N `l. Map. Draw in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indi ..ate north. 0 b<)h (over) Town Northampton ss 77 Warner Street Eyre House :nt use hitect Exterior wail fabric residence .nt owner Peter and Joan Loveless ription: 1873-)R4 rurce Atlases Outbuildings (describe) Other features clapboard Approximate frontage Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 23D -80 E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 "7-s( ginal owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development John Eyre .p Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) John Eyre, a mechanic with the Northampton Cutlery Co., bought an acre of land at the corner of Hinckley and Warner Sts. for $400.in 1864. His house was built shortly thereafter on Hinckley St. Between 1873 and 1884, a second house was built on the lot, fronting on Warner Street. Mr. Eyre sold this house to his on Henry in 1887 for $950. Henry Eyre was employed by the Clement Cutlery Co. The house is one and a half stories in height, L- shaped, with a half -porch on the eastern end on the facade. The porch has simple square posts. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884, end 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 414 -P 92, 244 -222. 37m -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston r�v in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. sre (over) Northampton 3 In Area no. Form no. 23D -112 'ess 584 Elm Street e Skinner Warner House Sent use sent owner cription: source_ Reg. of Deeds hitect c. 1850 Other features residence Joseph and Victoria Carpenter Gothic Exterior wall fabric vinyl siding Outbuildings (describe) Altered sided Datemid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date May 1980 Osip decorated bargeboards 2, S j 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) William Skinner .v Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural C Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1850, William Skinner bought a little more than a half acre of land at the intersection of the "road from the Paper Mill to Bensonville and the road from the courthouse to Bensonville" for $6. This is the current junction of Federal, Elm and Nonotuck Sts. The land was across Elm St. from the small shop that Enoch Jewett had established on Broughton Meadow Brook c. 1830. Mr. Jewett had built a dam across the brook, to power his shop. In 1842 three members of the Utopian community, Northampton Association of Education and Industry, withdrew from the community and purchased the Jewett prop- erty and water privilege. A silk mill was erected on the site. Mr. Skinner established his homestead on the lot he had pur- chased, and was probably connected with_the mill across the street. In 1859 he sold his property and moved to Williamsburg, where he had established a silk mill a few years earlier. A small community, called Skinnerville, grew up around this mill. The Mill River flood of 1874 destroyed the mill and village, and Mr. Skinner moved his business to Holyoke, where it expanded into one of the largest of its kind. Mr. Skinner's Holyoke house, Wistariahurst, is currently maintained as a museum. continued 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 483 -P 58 188 -270, 165 -122 and 123, 136 -61 and 147. Northampton Directory: -1873 -74, 1882 -83. continued 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Northampton .?,ss 106 HinckLey St ent use ent owner Jesse Nicol ription: c. 1880 titect Exterior wall fabric c la pbo rd Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by E. Organization NHC Date April 1980 residence Lonergan Form no. D -141 ntrce Atlases and Directories Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 25 E, 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Richard O'Brien 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large clapboard house wa= built on land of Richard O'Brien. Mr. O'Brien, a mason, bought a little more than an acre of land on the eastern slope of Baker's Hill, fronting on Hinckley St., for $29 in 1869. The sale was made subject to a right of way 33 feet wide "in continuation of road already located south of premises This was Maple St. (now Maplewood Terrace) Mr. O'Brien's house was locted west of the proposed street. Shortly before 1895, this house was bui/± east of Maple St., fronting on Hinckley St. The house is two and a half stories in height, gable end to the street, with a large cross gable to the southern side. Decoratively cut shingles are used in the gables and ornate porches with turned posts, fancy brackets and balustrades cover the two sections of the facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 187', 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 279 P971, 208 171. Northampton Directory: 187' 74, 188? through 1895. INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item an inventory foam which is being continued below. 10. Bibliography. Form No: 23D -112 "A Chronicle of Industry on the Mill River Smith College Studies in History, vol. 21. The History of Florence, 1895, edited by Charles Sheffield, pp 85 -86. Staple to Inventory form at bottom Carat ty Northampton Property Name: Skinner Warner Houle 9. Historical Significance. The Skinner homestead in Northampton was bought by Joseph Warner in 1859 for $1200. Mr. Warner had taken over the silk mill from the three founders and continued it for a number of years. Luther J. Warner (most likely Joseph's son) was next on the homestead, and he also oper- ated the silk mill. In the mid 1880's John Leonard took over the mill and operated it until the late 1890's, when a fire destroyed the mill. 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sKetcn 01 OUIIULII in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date 1 Northampton In Area no. Form no. 23D-152 ess 146 Hinckley St. eJ. Cahill House ;ent use residence >ent owner Robert and Susan Henson ription: c. 1865 ource Reg. of Deeds and Directory —hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features C: IC? Altered Date Alloved Date si C• 5. Lot size; One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NEC April 1980 wood shingles 7. Original owner (if known) John Cahill Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1865 John Cahill bought 1 and 1/3 acres of land fronting on the "highwayfrom Florence to Northampton" (Nonotuck St.) from Samuel L. Hinckley for $198. The land rose steeply to the sorthwest up the slopes of Baker's Hill. Shortly thereafter, this small cottage was built. It was set back about 250 feet from Nonotuck St., and 100 feet from Hinckley St. It faced Hinckley and was sited about 30 feet higher than the street, The house is one and a half stories high, with gable end to Hinckley St., and a one story porch that extends across the three bay facade. The porch has square posts with carved brackets. Both of the first floor facade windows are full length. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1868 69, 1880.81. Registry of Deeds: BK 7573 P83, 227 -257. 37m-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 14 gcrtv N (over) 1 Tnwn ;ss 6. Recorded by Altered sided Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Organization In Area no. Form no. 23D --153 Northampton 142 Hinckley St. ent use residence ent owner ription: 1860-68 Approximate frontage Date April 1980 Map and Directory Exterior wall fabric Asphalt shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC Date x Over one acre 21,00 Date mid 20th c. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Hinckley St. first appears on the 187 Atlas, and was named after Samuel Hinckley, the organizer of the Northampton Cutlery Co. By 1873 there were about a dozen houses located along the street between Main St. (now Riverside Drive), and Nonotuck St. This is a one and a half story cottage, L shaped, with a one story porch in front of the southern half of the facade. The porch has a balustrade, square posts and cut out brackets.: 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1868 -69. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston CA ,e7 t1 3717 -77 N Northampton in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) essl 5n Map1 (=wood TPrrare :ent use ;ent owner ;ription: B. O'Brien House 1869 7? ource Reg. of Deeds and Atles nitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings, (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by Date In Area no. Form no. ?'D 156 Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Organization NHC April 1980 clapboard Lonergan 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Richard O'Brien Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settle invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 1860 County Map. 187 1884 and 1895 Atla -e Northampton Directory: 187' 74, 188 through 1895. Registry of Deeds: Bk ^79 P771, 7 08 171. Richard O'Brien, a mason, bought a little more than an acre of land on the eastern slopes of Baker's Hill, fronting on Hinckley St., for 293.75 in 1869. The sale was made subject to a right of way 33 feet wide "in continuation of road already located south of the premises This was Maple St. (noe Maplewood Terrace), and Mr. O'Brien built his house west of the proposed road. By 187';Maple St. had been cut through to Hinckley St., dividing Mr. O'Brien's lot into two sections. This is a simple,.00mpact cottage, one and a half stories in height with gable rood to the side, and two side ells The only ornamentation 's on a one story perch that extends across the three bay facade. The porch has turned posts and fancy brackets. A simpler porch with sau=re po ts. covers the closer of the two ells, which also contain the only entrance. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 c3 Q (over) Northampton ess 117 Maplewood Terrace ;ent use residence sent owner 3ription: 1884 -1895 1ID source Atlases e hitect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indica e north. Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. clapboard Form no. 23D -163 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date April 1880 E. Lonergan NHC Original use 7. Original owner (if known) residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Maplewood Terrace was laid out along the eastern slope of Baker's Hill as a residential street in the late 1860's. As elevation provides a commanding vista southerly to the Mount Tom and Holyoke Ranges which flank the Connecticut Riuere This is a two and a half story house, with the gable end to the street and a cross gable on the southern side. A simple, hipped roof porch with square posts extends across the facade and a small diamond- shaped window adorns the front gable. The southern side has a one story, bay window projecting from the cross gable and a colored -glass window on the second floor. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Northamp ton ss 82 Jackson Street ;nt use residence Ruth Hudgins 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. f'KC= ?EC-T Ji 2 0 J 51YZ EE "T" Dv7l&Pfr 5S /Zftet- i ce: Rip DO NOT WRITE IN TH'S S A USGS Quadrant EB G (g ;nt owner �iption: Architect In Area no. Form no. 2 S3 Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) barn Other features 3 stories; numerous gables; decorative brickwork; scallope shingles in gable -Queen Anne effects Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by 20 feet C. ihie Organization North amp_tan 1-Ii fin ri rat Commi ssion Date November 15, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Jeremiah Tuohy Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This brick residence was built on Jackson (Hinckley) Street sometime after 1882 when Otis Maynard sold the parcel of land on which it stands to Jeremiah Twohyo Queen Anne styling is indicated in the decorative brickwork, bays, and scalloped shingles in the central gable. Jackson Street was developed in the mid-nineteenth century and contains numerous dwellings whose simplicity and variety of outbuildings suggest an agricultural background, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Walker's 1884 Atlas of Northampton. 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 4. Map. Draw sKetcn of uuiiuiug LVV0.61VLL in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. BSS (over) Date Other features Organization In Area no. Form no. 24A -102 Northampton 425 Prospect St. Children's Home .ription: 1914 -15 Outbuildings (describe) funeral home Charles and Ruth Dutton Durce Daily Hampshire Gazette Exterior wall fabric stucco Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use children's home Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Children's Home Association funeral home (mid 20th c. Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exgloration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian x Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large stuccoed building was originally constructed as the Hampshire County Children's Home. This Association had first opened a house for unfortunate children on Arlington St. in a converted residence in 1910. Three years later this land.at the corner of Prospect and '_Torth Elm Sts. was donated to the Association, and the present building erected during 1914 at a cost of $10,000. The building was erected from designs of Karl Scott Putnam, North- ampton's most prominent architect of the first half of the 20th century. Putnam Etas the son of ?Doswell 7. Putnam, a well known local architect of the turn -of- the century period and after interning in the office of Edward Tilton in 7ew York, joined his father in practice about 1910. The elder ?''r. Nutnam died in 1911 and the son carried on the practice by him- self© In the early 1920's ,r. Putnam became a professor of Architecture at Smith College, a position he held for over forty years© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1 1895, 915 Atlases. Smith College Archives: Karl S. Putnam folder. orthampton Directory: 1914 and 1915. Dail;; .:a:7 -osi?ire ,azette ^eb. 25, 1910; Nov. 26, 1%n 10; June 24, 1913; June 22, 1914; June 2 1915, Sect 26, 1919. cri np7field Daily .erublican: Dec. 28, 1914 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston d w in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess Date ;ent owner Leonard Lockwood et _al. Other features Organization In Area no. Form no. 24A -103 Northampton 415 Prospect St. G.F. Jager House residence Outbuildings (describe) Atlas and Directory Exterior wall fabric c ;Lapboa rd Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 aac 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) George Fm Jager Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Jager family is ffirst known to have lived on this site in 18600 John Jager was employed by the BayState Hardware Co. and his house is shown on the map of that year. After his decease his widow and three sons lived here. By 1895 the widow had died and two of the sons had built new houses on the homestead, apparently demolishin the older house in the process© This house was occupied by George Jager, a machinist. The house is 2;_ stories in height with pedimented end to the street and a 2 story gabled projection on the western side. A one story porch cover the facade and extends along the eastern dideo This porch has hipped roof, spindle frieze, turned posts and turned balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 Cunty '`aro 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases© :Torthanpton Diiectory: 1868 -89, 1875 -76, 1 -a6, 19000 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston other buildings. Indicate norm. In Area no. Form no. 2411 -104 409 Prospect St. ;ent owner Robert and Outbuildings (describe) carriage house with cupola TitoSTSCT 5T (over) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 Over one acre 7, Original owner (if known) Frederick G. Jager Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Jager family is first known to have resided on this site in 1860. John Jager was employed by the Bay State Hardware Co. and his house is shown on the reran of that year. After his decease his widow and three sons lived here. By 1895 the widow had died and two of the sons had built new houses on the homestead, apparently demolishing the older house im the process. This house was occupied by Frederick Jager, .a machinist who specialized in trimmings for musical instruments. The house is 2'h stories in height with pedimented end to the street and a 2 story pedimented projection on the eastern side. A stylized Palladian window occupies the tympanum and a one- story porch covers the three -bay facade and extends alone. the eastern side to the projection. The porch has a slate hipped roof and double posts. In the rear is a 13. story carriage house with cupola. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County "ap© 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1875 -76, 1885 -86, 1900, 1905, 1922. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston COOL DI(- IN50(\, N MHC Photo no. 1 PP-o5 Pe .57-R- TT DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) Northampton :Ss 397 Prospect Street C. M. Kinney Residence ;nt use Residence /Doctor s Office ;nt owner C. Keith Wilbur, MD. ription: 1861 ►urce Hampshire Gazatte 8/6/186 1 Bracketed 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect William Fenno' Pratt in relation: to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric Brick Outbuildings (describe) Garage Other features stone window arches; low hipped roof; additions side rear; brackets. Altered additions Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street 75 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date M r5171,E JUN 4' 1976 7. Original owner (if known) C. Mm Kinney Original use Re si den ce Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Resi dente 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication illilitary Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) William Fenno Pratt designed this two story brick residence whi ch was uilt- on the outskirts of Northampton in 1861 for C. M. Kinney. The land,was a farm property (Kinney owrned a house on Phillips Place prior to this time,) near ]Jr, Denniston° s watercure (the present site of Cooley Dickinson Hospital), Several barns originally adjoined the barn. The house is similar in style and plan to one designed by Pratt and built on Elm Street in the :;ame year for Dm R. Clark (corner Elm and Streets). The cottage design includes flat =_`oof with bracketed overhang, brownstone window arches, and decorative ventillator grills, The Clark House on Elm has undergone less alteration and probably more closely approximates the y original brick cottage, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps etc.) Hampshire Gazette, August 6, 1861. Beer° s Atlas of Hampshire County, 1373, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 residence residence tip: 03 Private individual Private organization location UL cross streets and other buildings or, geographical features Indicate north." Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 Date Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northamtpon 1895 1900 Area Form no. 24A 160 Source Atlas and Directory Style Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 21 stories in sleight with pedimented end to the street and a 2),i story pedimented projection on the eastern end of the facade and a similar projection, but with anezled first story to create a bay window, on the eastern side. Fish-scale shingles cover the tympanums ms of the gables and there is a one story porch on the western half of the facade. This has hippedroor, turned posts with fancy brackets and a balu stradea HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) "Prospect _eights" an area along Prospect St. between 7inckley (now known as Jackson) and North Elm Sts., was opened in the late 1890's for residential development© This development was spurred by the opening of an electric railway line connecting this area to the center of town an d Florence. This house was built by 1900 as P=rs a Daniel Whalen is listed at this address in the directory of that year. During the early 20th cen- tury about 15 houses were built on "Prospect Heights" all on the north side o] the Street. Across the street was the Watson_ estate, later to become Childs farko 'BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1E95 Atlas. i'orthampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1900, 1905, 1915, 1922. Srrinrffield Pail? republican Deco 31, 1898 p® 120 20M -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 hip121 Private individual Private organization Recorded by Organization Date cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. E. Lonergan _HC March 1980 vale Northampton 1895 -1915 Source Atlases. Style Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Major alterations (with dates) Area Form no. 24A -164 clapboard Moved Date Approx. acreage onr acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in heivht with a slate hipped roof and two story nipped projection on the eastern half of the facade. A one story' porch with slate hipped roof extends across the facade and halfway along the eastern side of the house. The porch also has square posts, ornate brackets and a balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and no the building relates to the development of the community) "Prospect Heihts an area along Prospect to between Hinckley (now known as Jackson) and °'ort h 1L Sts., was opened in the late 1890's for residential c eti elopraent o This development was spurred by the openin7 of an electric railway line connectinz this area to the center of town and to Florence. y The first known owner and occupant of this house was John Pollard, office manager for the Hampton Co., bleachers and dyers in Easthampton, aho was listed at this address in_ the 1915 directory° BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 Atlas. orthampton Directory: 1922, 1915 and 19050 SPrin,-field Dail7 republican Deco 31, 18980 20M- 2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. E. Lonergan NHC Czi Q June 1980 1 pate Northampton PTION: Source Reg. of Deeds and visual evid. Style Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings Setting Public riginal owner Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 24A 175 Prospect Heights Outlook Place c Name •iginal residence •esent residence tip:[1 Private individual Private organization c. 1800 1853 Major alterations (with dates) enclosed porch- 20th c. Moved Date over one acre 1 j r ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of ether buildings within community) The house is two stories in height with .ridge roof and two tall interior chimneys. The symmetrical five -bay facade has a central entrance with wall gable above. Within 'Fhis gable, and. the two side gables as well, is a round- headed window with hpod mold and label .stops. The other windows on the house are rectangular, have two over two sashes and are capped by projecting cornices. 'The firs-E floor of the facade is covered by a glasses in porch surmounted by a balcony. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This large rambling house is situated_ atop "Prospect Heights an eminence with a spectacular vista easterly across the Connect River Valley to the hills beyond. The house in its present form dates from the ownership of Dr. Edward Denniston, a prominent local physician who acquired 15 acres between Prospect St. and the "highway from Prospect St. to Slough Hill" (now known as Jackson St.) in 1853. Dr. Denniston originally came from Ireland early in the 19th century, after recieving his education at Edinburgh University. He prac- ticed madicine here alone for many years, and in 1846 became connected with Samuel Whitmarsh in the operation of the Round Hill Water Cure. Two years later Dr. Denniston opened his own water cure "Sprindale" on a large farm at the intersection of Prospect and Elms Sts, (now the site of the Cooley Dickinson Hospital). This business was very sucessful for a short while but the Civil War disrupted the operations, and the local institutes never. recovered. "Sprindale" was sold about 1880 and Dr. Denniston took up practice in the center of Northampton. In 1867 Dr. Denniston separated from his wifeJane and in.a recorded indenture agreed to g,ive her "his house an Prospect.Hill" and two acres of land. Mrs. Denniston died in 1873 and their daughter Anna lived in the house. Two years later.the doctor deeded_the property to his daughter "reservin4 the right to occupy the southern half of the dwelling house and cellar with such patients, friends,or_guests_as I may have By 1878 financial pressures forced the doctor and Anna to take out a $6799 mort- gage on their prperty, herein described as "out Look Place" for the first time. They were unable to make payments and the twenty acre property was foreclosed on. The next.owner of this estate was Otis Maynard, cashier of the Shelburne Falls National Bank. Mr. Maynard owned the property from 1881 BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Cont. 179 and 1831 Town Map. 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 430 -P. 163, 408 -455, 388 -511 and 529, 366 -5, 343 -77, 315 325, 246 -407 and 409, 183 -402, 150 -230, 148 -286, 105 -272. 20M -2/80 INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL CCII SS I ON Office of the Secretary, Boston Community Northampton Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. Historical Significance Form No: 24A -175 Property Name: Out Look Place 2.7 to 1887, and made it his himestead during this Period. Subsequent to this Mr. Maynard kept. the Prospect St frontage and sold the rest of the land, including the dwelling house to Hiram Taylor, a sewer and railroad contractor. This division of the property changed the means of access from Prospect St. to Hinckley.St..(now known as Jackson St.). During the 20th century Mr. Taylor or.subsequent owners sold off small sized parcels of the homestead until today the preperty consists of less than two acres. However,_it still has its spectacular easterly vista, referred to its title "Out Look Place A contract recorded the year Dr. Denniston purchased this property seems to refer_to this house. It is betweenAsahel Abells and Joseph Haskins, on the first part, and Dr. Denniston, on the second.part. Abells and Hask- ins agreed to.make alterations in the Dr.'s house "according to plans of William F..Pratt" for the sum of $2970. Mr. Pratt was the town's most prominent architect of the second half of the 19th century,.and is respon- sible for a substantial portion of the.Main St. commercial architecture. From this it would appear though that the house predates Dr. Denniston's ownership. The doctor purchased his estate form William A Hawley, a printer, who had obtained the property.himself in 1844 from William Clark. Here the chain is lost but from visual evidence it would seem as if the' house night date from the late 18the or early 19th century. Prospect St. appears on the first map of Northampton, dated 1794, and pro- bably dates from the mid 18th century when the stage route was established from Northampton westwards. PRospect St. was an alternate route around Round Hill, and rejoined Elm St., the main route, about a quarter mile to the west of here. which around the turn -of- the century was subdivided into residential lots, Staple to Inventory form at bottom FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch ot hulloing iocauou £.�,aitect unknown in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant I31WE3oty )i D t IV (over) Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) none Other features railroad car form with large window areas, aluminum trim, awnings; large rear addition Altered no Date Moved no? Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet 0 r Approximate distance of building from street 75 feet 6. Recorded by C. iAtbi e Organization Northampton Historical Comrni ssion Date ass ent use ription: In Area no. Northampton 374 King StraPt Bluebonnet Diner Diner /Restaurant 4 Form no. eye 33 ent owner Phillip James Greco c.1940 e ource visual evidence D. rt —Bees metal JUN 3 0 1876 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. CT: ,nl o.'.r.er (if known) S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Oc i i.ral use Liner Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Diner ALoriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military 1-irii u 1t.ar.;- x Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Bluebonnet on 324 Ling Street is one of Northampton' s four diners and one of the least altered. The basic diner form— the railroad car —is unchanged. Large windows surrounded by metal trim and lettering on the base of the diner suggest that it is of later date than Northampton' s other diners© The ancestor of the 20th century er was the 1880' s "dog a horse drawn vehicle dispensing sandwiches and offee. Catering to the fringes of the population, these Late 19th century diners =.yore regarded with some suspicion and distaste. In the post-World Jar I years, however, diners designed along the lines of railroad cars became popular." The interior counter with stools was joined by booths and the diner became an acceptable hating place for the general population. Other diners in Northampton include: The Red Lion (Hiss ortharr?ton) on Strong Avenue in the downtowri; the lass Florence on route 9 in downtown sLorence, and the former $eardsleys Diner on Sutton Alley. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) The New York Tires, Sunday, September 15, 1974, Travel and Resorts section, p. 1. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. craw sxeLeLL tn. uuL...i..b in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0ll`I t% 111L f Lr' DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) :nt owner Donald Mona Sprecker lurce visual evidence 6. Recorded by In Area no. Form no. 2 &1C 3 Northampton resi deuce co 1840 Greek Revival unknown Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 2 stories; brick with stone lintels; wing, east facade; wooden dormer in roof. Altered :yOG Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 130 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet C- TAtbi P Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date November 15, 1975 RECEIVED MAY 5 1976 M1.\ I-!ICT rte• 4.4 7. Ociginnl o\vner (if Original use I donee Subsequent uses (if any) and dates rest den ce 8. 'Phonies (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) A well built Greek Revival styledwelling, located on upper Frospe.ct. Stree.tabout 1/2 way between Northampton center and the village of Florence. The structure is three bays ide, ith narrow stone lintels spanning the evenly spaced window openings. 2-.:n enclosed pediment is broken by a single, perhaps later, widow; brick de. are introduced on theunderside of the cornice. An early addition to the east facade and a more recent shed c in the roofline throw the house some.7..,7hat off balance. It appears as though one of four original chimneys T. as sacrificed for the dor:oer. 10. 3ib1icgraphy and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc. 281 Prospect St. J.H. Hurley House 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviiip. Li LW J. auaub in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. r N up t7 (over) 7 Northampton In Area no. First Nat'l "Bank "`of hitect Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Form no. 24C -7 Northampton Altered Date Moved a Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 27 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large brick house was built during the mid 1920 °s on the corner of Adare P10, which was laid out during the same period through the 'aloney estate on Prospect St. The first known owner and occupant of this house was James Hurley, the president of the Brookside Dairy, which was located on Hawley St. in :'orthampton© Mr. Hurley is listed he 'e in the 1930 directory. This house is two stories in with hipped roof and turned down eaves© The three -bay facade has a central entrance flanked by a double window on either side. The entrance and eastern window ate covered by a one -story porch with hipped roof and turned -down eaves. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1915 Atlas© 'orthampton Directory: 1922 and 19300 Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large brick house was built during the mid 1920's on the corner of Adare P1., which was laid out during the same period through the aloney estate on Prospect St. The first known owner and occunant of this house was dames Hurley, the president of the 9rookside Dairy, which was located on Hawley St. in :rorthampton. Mr. Hurley is listed hete in the 1930 directory. This house is two stories in height with hipped roof and turned own eaves. The three -bay facade has a central entrance flanked by a double window on either side. The entrance and eastern window ate covered by a one -story porch with hipped roof and turned -down eaves. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1915 Atlas. :orthampton Directory: 1922 and 1930. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7 -77 1V1a i. LL n vv M.J. va. -u in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton ess e cent use In Area no. Form no. 24C -8 14 Adare Place residence sent owner Neal and Aria Mc Carthy 3ription: 1922 -30 ource hitect Directory Bunga low Exterior wall fabric wood shingle Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residences_ Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Adare Place was laid out- during the 1920's as a short residential street.between Prospect St. and the Williamsburg branch of the New York New Haven and Hartford RR. Ten of the present twoelve houses were built by 1930 including this one. The first.known owner and occupant wa4 Wayne Manning, an assistant professor of Botany at Smith College. The house is 1 and 2.stories in height with ridge roof and large gabled dormer. The wide eaves are supported by large brackets. The front slop of the roof changes pitch. at- the. front wall and extends out to enclose a_front porch which has large stucco piers at front corners, and a large arch spanned between them. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) NorthamptonDirectory: 1922 and 1930. 3717 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 •ess Tent use 3ription: 6. Recorded by Organization 1860 -68 In Area no. Northampton Maloney House E. Lonergan NHC Date March 1980 residence Form no. 24C -12 271 Prospect St. Sent owner Grace Maloney source Map and Directory e hitect Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Patrick Maloney Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Prospect St. was first laid out in the 18th century as an alternate route westwards around Pound :ill® It left Elm St. south and east of the hill and rejoined the street north and west of the hill® elm St. was the main "stage Road" from Northampton westwards.° into the Berkshires® The 1831 map shows only a few houses along the street and only three of these were westerly thf the King St. Brook crossing© This area went by the name'of 31ackpole and since at least 1831 has been the site of the town's Alns'�ouse (now occupied by the :iorthamptor_ Water Dept.). This house first appears on the 1873 atals as the property of Patrick Maloney, a Main St© grocea. The land extended northerly to the W Willaimsburg RR crossing, and then_continued northerly for undefined distance on the map. This large property was subsequently subdivided' by the opening of Adare Place. The house is 1;h stories in height with steeply ®pitched gab end to the street and a 1' story ell on the eastern side. A one—story porch with projecting cornice and frieze with lentils covers the front of the side ell, which contains the main entrance. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1794 and 1831 Town :'aps 1830 County Nap. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. r?orthanpton Directory: 1868 ®69, 1873..40 residence FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 Outbuildings Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area Form no. 24C -17 274 Prospect St. Lc Name J. Lyons House ciginal residence resent residence hip: Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner PT ION 1892 -95 Source Res, of Deeds and At1 as Style Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage ome acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two and a half storigs in height, with gable end to the street and a 2Y story gabled projection on te western side. Both �'ables are covered with fish -scale shin -les, and there is a one -story porch with shed roof and square posts with brackets that covers the three bay facade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1892 :ichaei Lyons, a policeman, and his wife Mary purchased about 1/3 of an acre at the corner of Prospect St. and assasoit St© for 4`7OOo 2y 1995 .:r0 Lyons had divided the land in half, sellint the northern half, at the intersection to James Lyons, a polisher at the Central Oiigas Stove Co. in rlorence, and keeping the southern half, on :::assasoit 8t0 for himself. The 1895 atlas shows houses for both of these lots, and also shows that this area along Prospect St. had become very i ish in character© BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1 1884 and 1895 Atlases. e i stry of Leeds: 7k0 449 -P, 27 _:orthampton T irec tort': 1895 -96 20M -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 riginal residence UdLC Source Maps and Directory Style Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton 130 North Elm St. Lc Name A.P_Park Rousp resent residence [PTION Public riginal owner Area Form no. 2 411-23 hip:ElPrivate individual Private organization c. 1865 Date ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 2 stories in height with sable end to North _l- St. and a three -bay facade with central 2;_ sotry gabled proection f'rontin_: on a small lane flown known as Denniston Place. The roof has rakin7 eaves wTM ich overhan the end and side walls, and the windows on the house have six over six sashes and cornices suDDorted by small modi lli onso The main entrance is located in the central projection on the facade and is enclosed by a glassd -in porch, with projecting cornice and balcony© HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) The area near the junction of orth Elm and Prospect tits, was first called Springdale by Dr.m E.E. Denniston wbo opened a water cure establishment here in 1848© his house is thoucht to have been built fo A. Perry Peck during the mid 1860's, as he's listed at "Spring dal" in the 1868 -69 director" and this house appears as his on the 1 873 at However a house does appear near the site on the 1860 map and it's possible that Er. Peck remodelled the olden house for his own residence. Mr. Peck was a prominent local citizen who had ber,u business as a drusgist and grocer in 1849. 1853 he purchased the Lower 'ills (on Clark S.t and enga_,ed in the flour and grain business. This was succeeded b his becom± n,7 an insurance agent in 1860© He also served as -'e':isy'er of Probate from 1875 -59 and was appointed a trial justice in 18600 After Er. Peck's decease around 1880, the property was purchased. by the Revd George Webber a professor at Smith College. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES p 1850 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton L'irector 1885 -86, 1815 -76, 1868 -69, 1860-1. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 Style Architect Setting Northampton 60 North Elm St. Lc Name C.L. Sauter House riginal residence resent :PTION Date 1908 Source S S.D.R. Outbuildings Public Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 24C -33 residence hip:[ Private individual Private organization original owner Charles L. Sauter Exterior wall fabric brick Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date one acre or less 4 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in heigFit, built of brick, with a hipped roof and hipped dormer on the front slope. The three -bay facade features a central entrance with. leaded sidelights and elliptical fan- light. The entrance -is covered by a pedimented portico with tapered posts on pedestals and.a balustrade. On the.northern side of the house, at the corner of the facade is a two -story bay window, also of brick. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) The first known usage of the land between_Elm and North Elm Sts.. for a brickyard occurred in the mid 19th century when Porter Nutting established_a kiln here. In 1885 the firm of Brown and Bailey took over this yard,_and "remodelled the yard at once from the old horse system to steam ",and soon expanded the operation to sell 3,000,000 bricks a year, and employed 100 men and 10 horses in theor business. _Around the turn of- the century Charles Sauter joined the business as manager of the works. He later became treasurer of the company (at that time called the North- ampton Brick Co.). This house was built for Mr. Sauter in 1908 at a cost of $4000. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915.. Northam ton of Today 1902).pp. 66 and 67. pringti e• ally 'epublican Dec. 28, 1908. 20M -2 /S0 ELM FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, S House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. R o USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no, ?Ro3E (over) Date :s Lipton: Architect In Area no. Form no. 2 (a Northampton 380 Elm Street Northampton High School ;nt use School building ant owner City of Northampton 1939 -40; addition -1960 rurce City Report s, 1938 Art Deco J. Williams Beal Sons Exterior wall fabric brick/ stone/con- crete Outbuildings (describe) none Other features brick, concrete, steel facade; cast ornament; large window areas; incised eagles in stone Altered addition Date 1960 Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre x Approximate frontage 1000 feet Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Northampton Historical Commi ssion VE JUN 3 0 1976 MASS. HIST. ff` "'l. G:-igir.al owner (if known) i h Sc, Original use School Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Itlilitary Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Northa l on s third large high school buildin was built at the upper end of Elm Street in 1939. it was preceded o Y a a othic revival structure (1860 s, 17 ,CT Pratt, now demolished) and a Classical Revival style school (1895, Gardner, Fyne, Gardner, now D. A. Sullivan School). When built, the new high school incorporated special foreign language, industrial arts, and social sciences class rooms; a new emphasis wes also placed on sports, with large gyms and locker rooms. The Hi 5h School is decidedly -modern in its styling. Abstra.ct "colU ns" or concrete rise between banks of windows, rhythmically dividing the facade. Cast ornament appears above each bay and at the corners of the main block are incised eagles echoing those mill. ch can be found on the Coolidge Bridge and Pioneer. Flank (1923). The bank in particular, .designed by the Beal firm, offers an inforrnati ve comoari si on with the high school. High School 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) City Reports, School Committee, 193 Forbes L_b_ary. 3, 73 FORM B BUILDING zest ldings 1 Recorded by Organization Date ITHC ON e) 02108 Town Address 354 ::lm St. Historic Name Blessed Sacrament Church Use: Original Church Present Church Ownership: Q Private individual Private organization Roman Catholic Church DESCRIPTION: Date 1900 Outbuildings Setting .orthampton Public (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. n Source Hampshire Gazette Original owner Roman Catholic Churc'r Style Gothic Revival CC -r A I.er,41 Architect Maginnis, dalsh and 3ul_ivan Exterior wall fabric red brick Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage 1.08 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) See Below. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Blessed Sacrament Church built in 1900 is a fine example of Gothic Revival architecture. The exterior of red brick has stone trim in its buttresses and sills. The facade is dominated by the strong centered tower unose hose contains the wooden Gothic entry door with compound Th pound pointed arched portal. The one sna11 Gothic window on the tower accentuates the massive ness of the facade, while the upper tower has gothic trim, dentiie, bracketing and a tall, conical tower. The steeply pitched wooden shingled roof hes four cusped gothic dormers in each side. The East side has four gothic windows with trefoil tracery, bounded by a small gabled side entry way and a gabled sacristy wing off th e transcept area. The 'Jest side contains six gothic windows with trefoil tracery. t The interior has a vaulted gothic roof, ribs ended in bases of angel bust brackets, each holding less sanctuary has much light from the cllored-leaded wall windows .The chancel apse has oee large, four mullioned, gc. has a retable of carved walnut surrounding the tabernacle. plaster. The pews, of dark stained oak, have carved Howe BIBLIOGRAPHY and/or REFERENCES Hampshire Gazette: 1-22-72. Informationon architect: Rector Western Mass.", Michael J. Shea, Editor cagfillgrgr a in supported by fine painted Christian syrnbolas. The aisle- windows and clerestory ,gable thic window over the altar which The walls and ceiling are painted medallions in the ends. Published by the 20M-2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch 01 Duiiuiug in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. EL nil 511WT Roo L sIN DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Moved Date ss ription: 5, Lot size: In Area no. Northampton 333 Elm Street Form no. 2L/C- Li Li J. H. Lyman Residence 2nd) nt use Residence /Doctor' s Office ent owner Lawrence P. Chase 1866 -1868 ource 254 Re 19 ist�y of Deeds, 222.154, b" Villa'` in the Gothic style not known possibly iiteet W. F. Pratt Exterior wall fabric wQo d Outbuildings (describe) none Other features central gable with vergeboard; elaborate chimneys; quoins; bays; paired windows beneath bracketed lintels Altered no Date no Date Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 190 feet Approximate distance of building from street 50 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Northampton Historical c A7,R EWED MAY 5. 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM, 7. C,; i ov, ie (if j„ He Lyman Oriinal use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. llistorical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) One of tt.v fine mansions owned and built on Elm Street by Ja He Lyman, this villa was built between 1364 and 1868 c•.en Lyman sold the property to William Bone for $10,000. The Gazet in_ late 1865 noted that a fine residence would be 'erected "on the lot above Mr. Clements, purchased by Jo H. Lyman,":: the following year The residence possesses picturesque qualities and rather monumental proportions. The design is similar to one titled "Bracketed farmhouse of wood" (number XVI) in A. J. Downing' s 1350 edition of The Archit,ect_ur_e of Country Houses. The local architect may have elaborated on the pattern and called the resulting design a mansion. A central, gable :rgi?i:o2::d breaks the line of a dec.? ,roof with flattened gable ends. Elaborate paired chimneys appear in .he roof. Elements of the roof frame are visible in the caves, giving the structure stick style allusions. Quoining employed at the corners of the facade is heavy as are the pedie':nnts enclose paired windows. An enclosed porch covers the :Pain enLr 'nce, :,eve tihz r._A the <:i.ant of a balcony is visible, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories deeds, assessor's records, early fl cps, etc.) Registry o f_ Deers, tiaopshire County, 37433, 262_. 128, 254. 196, 256, 122, 27 1384 Atlas of 1 ton :-1,a:rpshire Gazette, 10/31/1365, 3/11/1S58„ 3; 73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION !office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ess 345 Elm Street ent use residence ent owner .William and Felicitas Exterior wall fabric stucco Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no. 24C -46 Northampton 1915 -22 March 1980 Atlas and Directory E. Lonergan NHC Coffey ZB Original owner (if known) Hugh Mc Connell Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes` checked above) This large stucco house was built around 1920, most likely for :ugh Mc Connell, vice- prisident of Easthampton Mfg. Co., who is listed here in the 1922 directory, It occupies a prominent corner location on `,foodlawn Ave., which had been laid out in the early 20th century through a portion of the `.farson estate. This estate was later donated to the city and became Childs Parke 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1915 Atlas. "orte.ampton Directory: 1915 and 1922. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. ra Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 Outbuildings Setting c Name (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton 61 Woodlawn Ave. iginal residence 7esent iip:[1 Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner PTION: 1920 Area Form no. 24C -55 residence Source Plans- Mc Callum Houses Architect Fox and Gale Exterior wall fabric stucco Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) See Below. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) A su division plan for Woodlawn Ave. was. filed in 1910 by Fred- erick Jager and W.F. Anderson. The street was cut between Prospect and Elm Sts. through part of the Watson estate, known as "Wildwood .This later became a city -owned park. Lots were laid out only on the eastern side of the street. Development was slow with no houses appearing on the 1915 atlas. In 1920 Fox and Gal, Boston architects made plans for several types of cottages to be erected on Woodlawn_Ave. for the McCallum Hosiery Co._ George McCallum, president of the Company, owned most of the lots ann provided the plans for employees' benefit. Forbes Library has fove of the plans bound in a small booklet and there probably were at least five more. The plans were in two categories, those that were. "Colonial" in inspiration, and those that were more "Modern This house belongs to the second category and is described as "Type D" in the Fox and Gale plans. The first known owner and occupant was Kenneth Ringer, local superintendent of the Metropolitan.Life Insurance Co. There are at least five other houses built from these plans on this street, all occupied during the 1920's by McCallum Co. employees. These plans also seemed to have been used for houses on Fairview St., as well as other scattered sites in the city. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Northampton Directory: 1922 and 1930. Plans -Mc Callum Houses- 1920 egistry o Dees: is bol 390 and 1. 20M-2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 is Name M. Hennessey House hip:] Private individual Private organization IULdL1V11 11a iu�... cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Organization NHC Recorded by E. Lonergan Date March 1980 Date Style Sou Re of Deeds and Atlas Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings Northampton Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 24C -68 one acre or less 3 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house has gable end to the street and a gabled projection on the southern side, as well as a one -sory porch on the facade with shed roof, posts with small brackets and a balustrade. 1 HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1869 Henry Maynard filed a subdivision plan for Massasoit St. and attendant lots. Development was slow though and by 1884 only a dozen houses had been built. Most of the construction took place between the mid 80's and mid 90's, so that by 1895 the street appeared substsntially as it does today. In 1888 Michael Hennessey bought lot no 19 of the plan for $275, and established his homestead here. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Reigstry of Deeds: Bk. 418 -P. 131, 366 -320. Northampton Directors: 1895-96. 20M-2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Northampton 64 Massasoit St. G. W. Smith NnuRp riginal residenQe hip:01 Private individual Private organization original owner George W. Smith 1V\.uvl v.a cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by Organization NHC Date March 1980 E. T,Qnergn Date 1889 Style PT ION Source Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 24C -70 clapboard ITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in height with gable end to the street and 22 story gabled projections on either side. Fish -scale shingles are used in the front gable, and a large ome -story porch covers the three -bay iicade and extends along the northern side to the' projection. This porch has a flat roof with projecting cornice and frieze, square fluted posts on paneled'pedestals and a balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1869 Massasoit St. was laid out through Henry Maynard's subdivision plan. Most of the development though took place between the mid 1880's and mid 1890's, and by 1895 the street appeared substantially as it does today. In 1889 George Smith, a mason, purchased this lot of land for $400, and established his homestead here. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 431 -P. 202, 274 -7. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. 20M -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buitaings or geographical features. Indicate north. DateMarch 1980 PTION: Architect Outbuildings Recorded by E. Lonergan Setting Organization NHC Public riginal owner (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton 60 Massasoit St. c Name W. Cole House iginal residence •esent resdience Area Form no. 24C 71 lip: CM Private individual Private organization 188 -95 Source Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Style Exterior wall fabric clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 1 sotires in heigHt, L— shaped and features fish —scale shingles in the front gable, a bay window projecting from the front and a large one— sotry porch which extends across *.h facade from the front projection, around the corner and along the southern side. The porch has a hipped roof, Tuscan columns and balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Massasoit St. was opened in 1869 through a subdivision plan filed by Henry Maynard. Development was slow and by 1884 only a dozen houses had been constructed. However, the next decade witnessed the bulk of construction and by 1895 most of the present residences had been built. In 1889 Mary and Walter Cole purchased this lot for $400 and by 1895 this house had been built. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 445 73, 274 -7. Northampton Directory: 18996. 20M ®2 /s0 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date cross streets and other bui::ings or geographical features. Indicate north. rch 7 9 0 LonDran Setting Date 0 -7- ciginal owner )TION: Public Source ie Style Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (Staple additional sheets here) 48 :i'iaSSasolt St. c Name Em Wellington souse °iginal res_J..'cc 7esent -si 1ie�_ice lip: Private individual Private organization ci: board Major alterations (with dates) Area Form no. Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) This house is if stories in height and T-shaped with cabled ends. A one-story porch with hipped roof, square pots, perforated brackets and patterned balustrade extends around the font leg of the house to Ebit her side leg. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) 'assasoit St. was opened in 1869 with a subdivision plan of Henry i• aynarda In 1871 Enos Wellington, a paper maker, paid $1700 for this house and land, lot no. 9 on :aynard's plan. Ey 1873 about a dozen houses had been built on this street, and most of the other houses were built by the end of the century. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 413 ®Pa 86 and 123, 264®1700 <otthanpton Directory: 1885-86, 18i3 ®74, 1868 -69. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) 1 Town :ss ent use :ription: Other features Approximate frontage Organization Date March 1980 Zee) Form no. In Area no. 24C -74 Northampton ent owner Anna Kowalesky J.W. Draper House 1889 -95 44 Massasoit St. residence ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas 4. map. ,j1 hitect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC 7. Original. owner (if known) residence Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) John W. Draper Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Massasoit St. was raid out in 1869 but Trost of the development took place between the mid 1880's and mid 1890's..' In 1889 John W. Draper,, co- proprietor of a firm which did tinning, plumbing, and steam and gas fitting, purchased lot no. 8 of the subdivision plan. for $425. Thi s house was constructed by 1895 when it appears on the atlas, and served as fir. Draper's homestead. The house is two storiesin height with ridge roof and 22 story gabled projection to the front. Decorative boarding is used in the front gable and as a belt course between first and second stories. The entrance is located at the southei end of the facade and has a small porch with hipped roof, square posts with brackets and apatterned balustrade. The northern side of the house is covered by a on -story porch with hipped roof and square posts. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 424-P. 53, 406 -33, 402 -144. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. map. Draw stceLcn uuiiuiti in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) tent owner Helen and John Richard III :ription: Jur Atlases ess 24 Massasoit St. ent use residence Exterior wall fabric clapboard and wood shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features Northampton 1895 -1915 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date March 1980 In Area no. Form no. 24C -76 E. Lonergan NIHC tict Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Explbration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Massasoit St. was laid out in 1869, but most of the developmant took place btween the mid 1880's and mid 1890's. By 1895 most of the present residences had been constructed, and any further building took place by filling in the gaps. This house was probally built early in the 20th century and first appears on the 1915 atlas. It is two stories tall,wi.th slate hipped roof and has a two story bay window with polygonal roof at the northern end of the facade. The southern end of the facade is angled to provide another bay window, and is also capped by a polygon roof. A one —story porch covers half of the facade and extends slightly along the southern side of the house. This porch has a flat roof with projecting cornice, ped— imented entrance, Tuscan columns, balustrade and lattice base. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1915 and 1922. 37m -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Tnwn ess •ent use ;ription: .ource e hitect Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Organization NHC Date March 1980 In Area no. Form no. 24C -77 Northampton 16 Massasoit St. 1895 -1915 residence sent owner E. Oliver and Martha Fowlke s Atlases Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Date Date x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan 2qo 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exproration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Massasoit St. was laid out in 1869 but most of the development took place between the mid 1880's and mid 1890's. By 1895 most of the present residences had been constructed, and any further building took place by filling in the gaps. The house was probably built early in the 20th century and first appears on the 191 ..5 atlas. The house has a one -story clapboard base with large gambrel roof and front and back shed dormers. The two -story facade has an entrance with pedirnented portico. The portico is supported by slender Tuscan cmlumns on brick piers and has a turned balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1915 and 1918. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 4. l\lap. Draw's of ouiiuing lueai,iuu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date 1 Northampton ess 12 Massasoit: St. a .ent owner :ription: 1891 -94 In Area no. ent use residence 3urce Reg. of Deeds 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC March 1980 Form no. 24C -78 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Mysorski 2C1( Benjamin and Marjorie Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street C 7. Original owner (if known) Emma G. Burrows Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exproration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1869 Henry Maynard filed a subdivision plan for Massasoit St. attendant lots. Development was slow, with only a dozen houses erected by 1884. However, the next.decade saw a good deal more building, and by 1895, most of the present residences were built. 0 and In 1891 Emma Burrows bought lot n 4 of the subdivision plan for $550. Three years later when she sold the pomperty, it s described as "12 Massasoit St. The house is two stories in height end has a ridge roof with steeply pitched side gables, as well as a steeply pitched ti.: ill gab«ie in the center of the thre bay facade. The gables are covered with fish -scale shingles and a two -sotyr bay wondow projects from the southern side of the 'souse.. A one -story porch covers the facade and is composed of hipped roof, projecting gabled entrance with decorative bargeboards, spindle frieze, turned posts with small brakce=ts and turned balustrade. Over'the entrance is a smaller porch on the second floor. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 467 -P. 88, 439-8. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `t. 1V1.c1}i. iJL u in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) sent owner cription: 1884 -87 •ess .e In Area no. Form no. 24C -79 Northampton 10 Massasoit St. H. Mills House sent use residence Marten and Cornelia source Reg. of Deeds and Atlas e hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features decorative shingles in front gable, entry porch with Tuscan columns and balustrade. Altered Date rij Moved Date LZ 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre__ L A, Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 19 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date NHC March 1980 Cornelisson Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political x Henry Mills Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Massasoit Ste was laid in 1869 through a subdivision plan of Henry Me.ynard. Development was slow with only a dozen houses erected. by 18840 However, the next decade saw a good deal more building, and by 1895 most of the present residences were built. In 1887 Henry Mills. a cutler, purchased lot nom 3 with this house upon it. The house is 1'h stories tall, L- shaped and features scalloped boarding in the front gable and a .half porch with hipped roof, Tuscan colum ns and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884, 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 411 ®Pm 351, 374 ®83, 264 -170. ::orthampton Directory: 1895 -96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 13 Massasoit St. ess 37M --7 -77 4. Map. Draw sKetcn or ouiiaing locauou in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton e ;ent owner Julian and Sophia :ription: Durce uaitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Form no. 24C -82 ent use residence 1888 -95 Nikonczyk Reg. of Deeds and Atlas clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 60' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 G C Original owner (if known) Oren Smith Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1888 Oren Smith bought the rear part of the Wood homestead on Elm St. This homestead was bounded westerly by Massasoit St., which had been opened in 1869, and northerly by Arlington St. 3y 1395 six houses had been built on Smith's lot, all two stories in height and L- shaped. Variety is provaded through different projections and trim detailing. Mr. Smith kept title to this house and lot until 1897 when he sold the prop- erty toLouis Campbell, the postmaster, who made his residence here. The house features a theee- story tower with pyramidal slate roof and finial in the crook of the Lm Fish -scale shingles are used in the front sable and on the third sotry of the tower. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as Local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. 7egistry of Deeds: 3k, 494 -P 211, 418 -3210 ::;orthampton Directory: 1900. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect J. W. 0 9 Brian ®builder in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. INYEN b RI E. b FKO? 1'LTY MHC Photo no. I11 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) 1 ess Moved ent use )urce Exterior wall fabric wood Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 21/2 story; hip roof; gables; porches with Doric columns; bay windows; Altered no Date 5. Lot size: R In Area no. Nnrthamprnn 9 ent owner Dr Henry M. Littlefield ription: 1900 01 no Date Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 60 feet Approximate distance of building from street 25 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization North Commi Date June 3 2 L/C- (3co 19-21 Massasoit Street Form no. Calvin Coolidge House NRHP nomination form 1976 JUN 3 0.1976 MASS. HIST. COMA. Original owner (if kno.v:n) •iginal use Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development bsequent uses (if any) and dates °►artments Themes (check as many as applicable) Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political x Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Calvin Coolidge occupied this dwelling on Massasoit Street from 1906 to 1930, at which time he moved to. "The 3eeches'B on more secluded Hampton Terrace, airing the period of his residency, Coolidge served as City Councillor and Mayor in Northam-. ton, state senator and governor, vice president and president of the United States. Coolidge succeeded Warren Hard ng to the Presidency on August 2, 1923 and was elected in his own right i n 1924. In 1929 Coolidge returned to Northampton where he resumed his 1 e.g-al career until his .death i n 19330 The residence is a large, bex.1itie structure. 2ith baL1 cast hipped roof, tiny bay windows, and.-paired porches supported by Doric colu:nnsa Wall surfaces are clapboarded and defined by narrow coraerbcards® The house i s typical of turn-of-the-century residential construction in No rthamo ton and is distinguished by the plaque at 21 Massasoit Street w reads "Calvin Coolidge House." 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Northampton City Directories, 1900-1932; Hampshire Gazette Index, Forbes Library. Coolidge House, National Register of Historic Places l roposaL t NHC P�-iC (detailed description of house and career or Coolidge) PAW, GUZZ1 1JECfeCOd� 0d a C7O!JZ/Id a S6s?ee t NOTIFICATION OF•- NATIONAL REGISTER ACCEPTANCE January 10, 1977 Date: To: Address: From: The Massachusetts Historical Commission is pleased to inform you that the following property has been listed in the National Register of His- toric Places, according to recent notification from the National Park Service. The owner of the property has been notified officially by the Secretary of the Commonwealth, Paul-Guzzi, and the State Historic Pres- ervation' Officer, Elizabeth Reed lnadori We have enclosed a copy of the National Register nomination form for your records and for use as a guide for future nominations from your community. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Mrs. Patricia Weslowski, Sur- vey Director, at the Commission's office. Telephone: (61.7) 727 8470. Property, Calvin Coolidge House EZa ej?; .eade le./I6:744eZCZaet b6 c9 e gaol ac se t %Gas /ort c¢/ om- nac.%3Z0A ,29I /on %eed c%Vosioo, e% sczcfiu4ell.� gily Northampton Historical Commission c/o Planning Department 210 Main Street Northampton, Massachusetts' 01060 Massachusetts Historical Commission Address Date entered in Register 19 -21 Massasoit Street December 12, 1976 CONDITION X_EXCELLENT _DETERIORATED -_G000 _RUINS _FAIR UNEXPOSED CHECK ONE CHECK ONE X_UNALTERED _ALTERED XLORIGINAL SITE _MOVED DATE DESCRIBE THE PRESENT AND ORIGINAL (IF KNOWN) PHYSICAL APPEARANCE The Calvin Coolidge House was built in 1900 -01 by J. W. O'Brian. It is a two and one half story duplex house, painted yellow and trimmed in maroon. The house is located at 19 Massasoit Street, in a residential area of houses of similar date and construction. The facade of the house is asymmetrical and is dominated by the two projecting entrance porches which grace the corners. The entrance porch on the left, the side which was occupied by Calvin Coolidge, is a pedimented shelter, supported by Doric columns. It is skirted on two sides by lattice work and ornamented by railings and turned balusters. The entrance porch on the right side of the house has similar ornamental detail, but is distinguished from the peditr>ented porch by its flat -roof. Between the porches are two single- tiered, hexagonal bay windows, one projecting from each apartment. The left bay is hipped roofed; the right is covered by an extension of the front porch. Except for this instance the fenestration is identical throughout both halves of the house. All the windows have wooden surrounds, and most are six over -six sash. The louvered shutters that once flanked the windows are gone. Four inch clapboard covers the house and it is topped with a slate covered, bellrast hipped roof. The interiors of the duplex are similarly designed. The main entrance on the Coolidge side leads into a three foot sgli vestibule, which provides access to the rain entry room. From this room a wide archway opens into the front parlor, which has a hexagonal bay window and Doric pilastered mantel. A similar archway at the rear of the rain entry room opens onto the dining room, where the exterior wall is graced by a low window seat. Triangular shaped pantries fill both corners of the room, while an enclosed service hall passes to the right of the dining room and connects the main entrance room to the kitchen in the rear. Access to the second floor is from the main entry room via an open three- flight, balustraded stair with a paneled newel: The stair opens onto a large landing above the rain entry room of the first floor. To the left, above the parlor, is a bedroom. To the right of the landing is a second bedroom, a bath, a closet and a hall that leads along the right wall to a third bedroom that is situated over the kitchen. The stair continues in two flights to the attic, where there are two storage rooms and another bedroom. ?U 'GEOGRAPHICAL DATA MATOR BIBLIOGRAPHICAL REFERENCES Boo stin, Danie J., The Americans: The Democratic Experience (New York: Random House, 1973) Hicks, John D., Republican Ascendancy, 1921 -33, New York; Harper Row, 1960) McCoy, Donald R. Calvin Coolidge: The Quiet President (New York: Macmillan Co. 1967) Young, Donald, American Roulette: The History and Dilemma of the Vice Presidency, (New York: Holt, Rinehart and Winston, 1965) Coolidge, Calvin; Autobiography ACREAGE OF NOMINATED PROPERTY UTM REFERENCES A 1. l 9 y 3 1 9 ,o 1 14 ,6 L'1. 1r10J ZONE EASTING NORTHING cI 11 1 I t l I 1 a l VERBAL BOUNDARY DESCRIPTION STATE STATE LIST ALL STATES AND COUNTIES FOR PROPERTIES OVERLAPPING STATE OR COUNTY BOUNDARIES FORM PREPARED BY NAME/ TITLE 1_, Andrea M. Gilmore ORGANIZATION Massachusetts Historical STREET NUMBER 294 Washington Street CITY OR TOWN Boston DIRECT TEST: KEEPER OF THE NATIONAL REGISTER CODE Commission re al 1 1 1 1 1 l 1 J J 1 1 1 I I DI ZONE EASTING NORTHING i 1 1 1 1 1 I t 1 1 t 1 ..t. COUNTY CODE COOE COUNTY CODE and George R. Adams, American Asoc. State Local History DATE 71,Ty 1976 TELEPHONE 617 -727 -8470 STATE Massachusetts 02108 t�! STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER CERTIFICATION THE ��EVALUATED SIGNIFICANCE OF THIS PROPERTY WITHIN THE STATE IS: NATIONAL STATE LOCAL As the designated State Historic Preservation Officer for the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (Public Law 89 -665). I hereby nominate this property for inclusion in the National Register and certify that it has been evaluated according to the criteria and procedures set forth by the National Park Service. STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER SIGNATURE :,.....e -d,..trt R,,,...e.„..a 6 ,i TITLE Executive Director Massachusetts storical Commission DATE IFOR NPS USE ONLY I HEREBY, CERTIFY THAT THIS PROPERTY Is. INCLUDED IN THE NATIONAL REGISTER OR, OFFICE OF ARCHEOLOGY AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION DATE //i/7 4 DATE :,P0 292.453 i .I r .:r a 1 Y A .44 il— 1 a. 1. r I" r??,-- l'• _.,..,_...il ..":1-.■)'..'' l Gravel 11' r ki ep q 1 1,1 JAM V, 4 '7‘,1 1 4 \c/C01 GL)/ TN-07.y Jur', Athletic „v -,•:`11 --'2...---- ta Y(.....3 t FICire-p '"Nt ri,f,` f -i i i*Fire Sta B 7 f' e'" No. 1,1(11 /c..)--- 17 ,,•‘-'7". 0 0.511i T r• .T7 N), M a Field 17 law rP C 4690 20' 4689 (.0 Litt jLJ 0 2 •ik 4688 Calvin Coolidge House Northampton, MA, UTM Reference: 1e/693900/4688310 Calvin Coolidge House Northampton, MA. 1975. George R. Adams, D8SLB Massachusetts Historical Commission Boston, Massachusetts Photo #1 Looking southwest towards the facade SIG NIP I CAN CE PERIOD AREAS OF SIGNIFICANCE CHECK AND JUSTIFY BELOW -PREHISTOR/C -ARCHEOLOGY-PREHISTORIC _-COMMUNIrf PLANNING _LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE _RELIGION _1400-1499 -ARCHEOLOGY:H/STORIC _CONSERVATION -LAW _SCIE -4CE _1500-1599 __AGRICULTURE ECONOMICS __LITERATURE _SCULPTURE -1600-1659 .,-__AliCHITECTURE -EDUCATION _MILITARY _SOCIAL/HUMANITARIAN -1700-1799 __ART -ENGINEERING _MUSIC _THEATER _1800-1899 _COMM ER CE -EXPLORATIONiSETTLEMENT _PHILOSOPHY _TRANSPOR TATION _1900- -COMMUNICATIONS _INDUSTRY X-POLITICS/GOVERNMENT OTHER (SPECIFY) _JNVENTION SPECIFIC DATES BUILDER/ARCHITECT STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE The Calvin Coolidge House is historically significant as the residence of the 31st President of the United States, Calvin Coolidge resided in the house from 1906 to 1930, leaving only to serve in state and national offices in Boston and Washington, D.C. It was in this house that he reared his Children, launched. his state and national political careers, and resided &ming his first "Tenths after vacating Che Presidency of the United States. Equally significant are the character of the residence and the arrangeTent under which Coolidge occupied 5.t:. Just as Coolidge was quiet and frugal as President, this house is a relatively simple, irate structure. TZ2bre importantly, Coolidge's principal residence was a duplex house. He occupied only one side of it Which he rented. He "roved from the dwelling reluctantly' in the spring of 1930 largely be- cause it becam an attraction for out-of Izotorists whose gawking prevented tne rolLier F' from relaxing by rocking on his front porch or strolling up and down the street The house is Unique among principal non-official residences of incuMbent and retired Presidents of the United States. The significance of this house is perhaps most evident in the wru of Calv Coo2idge hinself, "The days passed quietly with us until the next autumn, when we moved into the house in. Massasoit Street that wa.s to be our home for so long. T. attended. co the finishing of it myself, and when it was ready Mrs. Coolidge and I walked over to it. In two weeks our first boy came on Seotember seventh. .e liked the house where our children came to us and the neighbors were so kind. When we could have had a more pretentious home, we still clung to it. So long as 1 lived there, I could he independent and serve the public without ever thinking that I-could not maintain my position if I lost my office. I always made my living practicing law up to the time I became Governor, without beino dependant upon any official salary. This left me free to make TT/ own decisions in accor- dance with what I thought was the public good. We lived where we did that I might better serve the people." rn!rv, °•7t.: 70-300 tjNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TI INTF.RIOR. NATIONAL. PARK SERVICE. PkIATIOD REGISTER OF 1-11:STOTalt] PLACES INVENTORY NOMINATION FORM NAME CITY, TOWN TITLE DATE SEE INSTRUCTIONS IN HOW TO COMPLETE NATIONAL REGISTER FORMS TYPE ALL ENTRIES COMPLETE APPLICABLE SECTIONS NA ME HISTORIC Calvin Coolidge House AND/OR COMMON same 0 (I', A STREET NUMBER 19-21 Z4assasoit Strcot CITY. TOWN T`Z Y E7d 0 rl STATE mpc,ach LLCL ASSIFJCATTON r !OIA PR VICINITY OF CODE COU mry (7,125 nosh r e CATEGORY OWNERSHIP _DtsTRicr _Pusuc _:!OccuplED x_BUILDING(S) XPRIVATE UNOCCUPIED _STRUCTURE _BOTH _WORK IN PROGRESS SITE PUBLIC ACOUISITION ACCESSIBLE _OBJECT _IN PROCESS x_YES. RESTRICTED _BEING CONSIDERED _YES, UNRESTRICTED _NO STATUS Dr ri r\T ala Et1(1.._ STREET T NUMBER 19 Massasoit Street CITY, TO•v•VN STATE I.%:orthaTr.r.,tnr,L, VICINITY OF T I 0 i\ T OF LEGAL lbiffi,,'-pr,RiP To'iN IFOR NPS USE ONLY !RECEIVE 0 }DATE ENTERED F;° S 1\T T SURVEYS •E \I COURTHOUSE. REGISTRY OF DEEDS,ETC fr„r TBUTAIDZ..1.13 a__. JD ril.1" 7 STREET NUMBER Hi StoriC Site and Buildings Survey oc historic Assets of the Commonwealth _NOT FOR PUBLICATION CONGRESSiONAL DISTRICT PRESENT USE G RIC!) LTU RE __MUSEUM COMMERCIAL _PARK _EDUCATIONAL _XPRIVATE RESIDENCE _ENTERTAINMENT _RELIGIOUS _COVERNME1171 __SCIENTIHC _INDUSTRIAL _TRAN.SPORTATION _MILITARY _OTHER: STATE: NOT thEi.MTD to n 1‘ n n _71.FEDE'4AL XSI COUNTY _LOCAL CEPOSCFORY FOR SUPVEY PEC°P.DS National 5:rk Se ce, T-:assacilusc =.:5*.; on CT, TOWN STATE sh nuton OS CODE 01 7 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sKetch of Duilchng location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ess ent use Architect clapboard 37 Exterior wall fabric wood shingle Outbuildings (describe) (over) Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by In Area no. Northampton 23 Massasoit St. residence ent owner Mae Elizabeth Conway ription: 1888 -95 Jurce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Organization NHC Date March 1980 Date D ate x Over one acre E. Lonergan Form no. 24C -87 C 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates C 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1888 Oren Smith bought the rear part of the Wood homestead on Elm St. This homestead was bounded westerly by Massasoit St w hich had been opened in 1869, and northerly by Arlington St. By 1895 six houses had been built on Smith's land, all two stories in height, and L- shaped. Variety is provided through different projections and trim detailing. :'pro Smith kept title to this house and lot until 1901 when he sold the prop- erty to :Mary Daniels wife of Joseph, an insurance agent© This house features decoratively cut shingles in the gables, decor- ative :;able trim, a patterned string course between the clapboarded first story and shingled second storjt, a bay window with pedimented front and bracketed cornice on the facade, and an entry porch with spindle frieze, turned Posts with cutout brackets and a low balustrade© 1 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. ?e istr ?i of Deeds: Bk. 546-P. 438, 418 -321© orthampton Directory: 19050 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date 202_ or geographical features. Indicate north. Source Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton residence residence resent Public original owner :PTION cross streets and other buildings Date hip: ED Private individual Private organization Area Form no. 240-90 JC Style Architect Exterior wall fabric cl_ Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or l e s s ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) This house was probably built early in the 20th century and first appears on the 1915 atlas. It is two stories tall with hipped roof and a to story projection with hipped roof on the southern side. A, wide frieze caps the block and pilsters are used at the corners. The facade is covered by a one —story porch with hipped roof, Tuscan cols and turned balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) r;assasoit St. was laid out in 1869, but most of the development took place between the mid 1880's and mid 1890's. By 1895 most of the present residences had been constructed, and any further building took place by filling ih -the gaps. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915, 1922. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Date Cooke House is Name riginal re enc resent si e e hip: Q Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner cross streets and other buildings or geographical features.` Indicate north. Recorded by' E4 Loner.gan Setting Organization NHIC Date (Staple additional sheets here) rt' o Source e T. of e.ed anr' Style Architect Exterior wall fabric clapbo-ar:" Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Area Form no. Moved Date Approx. acreage cite s. re or i s o ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) This house is 1y sotries in height. with gable end to the street There is a one story, rectangular bay window on either side of the house. The three -bay facade has an entrance falnked by pilasters and carped by an entablature. Iost of the windows on the house are rectanFular with six over six sashes© HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Eassasott St. was laid out in 1869 for residential development. By 1873 about a dozen houses had been built, including this one. Eost of the other houses on the street were built by the end of the 19th cen- tury. The 1873 atlas shows this house as the property of "Cook and the directory of the same year lists Francis Cook, a mason, on :•assasoit St. Mr. Cook was in business for himself and in later years brought his two sons into the firma The property remained in the Cook family well into the 20th century. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1860 County i:apo 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1873 -74, 1895 -96, 19300 2014-2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 sidence cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by E. Lonergan Setting Organization NHC Date March 1980 Northampton PTION: 69 Massasoit St. hip:( Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner 1884 Source Style Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings 11 (Staple additional sheets here) clapboard story carriage house Major alterations (with dates) Area Form no. 24C -95 Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house■is 21 stories in heixt with gable end to the street and a 22 story projection on the southern side. Fish -scale shingles are used in the gables, a vertical board frieze,extends around the house above the second story windows and there is a belt course of fish ®scale shingles between the first and second floors. The three bay facade is covered by a one -story porch with shed roof, patterned frieze, posts and two -tier balustrade. In the rear of the house is a 12 story carriage house with slate roof and large cupola. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1869 Henry Maynard filed a subdivision plan for Massasoit St. Most of the development along the street, however, took place between the mid 1880's and mid 1890's. This lot originally was set aside for an extension of Arlington St., but this never care about, and around 1890 the present house and carriage house were built for Mr. Maynard's own residence. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 81 Massasoit St. P. Murphy House residence Lip:EZ1Private individual Private organization Public 7iginal owner 'T ION Date c: 1885 Source visual evidence Style cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by Organization NHC Date March 1980 E. Lonergan Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Architect Outbuildings Northampton Area Form no. 24C -98 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICAANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 22 stories in height with slate ridge roof and two into for chimneys. The three -bay facade has a central, 22 sotry gabled projection which contains the main entrance. A one -story porch with hipped roof, turned posts with curved brackets forming arched openings and turned balustrade covers the facade, and there is a two =story bay window on the southern side of the house. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1870 Peter Murphy, a mason, bought lot no. 26 from Henry Maynard's subdivision plan for Massasoit St. This plan had been filed the year previous. Mr. Airphy made this his homestead and his house is shown on the 1873 atlas. However, thrown visual analysis of the present house and building outline comparison on the 1873, 1884 and 1895 atlases, it would appear thatthis house was constructed in the late 1880's or early 1890's. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 454-P. 217, 276 -449. Northton Directoyr: 1873 -74, 1885 -86, 1895 -96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Organization NHC Date March 1980 Recorded by E. Lonergan Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area Form no. 24C 99 iip:En Private individual Private organization Reg. o f Deeds and At;as Source Style Architect Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community)' The house is two stories iigh with hipped roof and has a two story bay window capped by a pediment on the northern end of the facade, and a 2= sotry pedinented projection on the southern side. There is a porch in the facade, with hipped roof, turned posts with decorative brackets, and an ornately- -patterned balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1872 Peter Murphy, a mason, purchased half of lot no. 28 from Henry Maynard's subdivision plan for Massasoit St. However, this deed wasn't filed until 1892, and this was probably the time when the house was built. Nr. Murphy seems to have built this house for rental, as he lived next door at no. 81 Massasoit and retained title to this house after it was built. Mr. Murphy also owned se:7eral other houses at this end of Massasit St. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884, 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 454 —P. 217, 276 -449, 264 -271. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Style Architect is Name 'resent ;hip: Private individual Private organization )riginal owner Peter Morph Y EPTION: 1884 -95 Atlases Source Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton 93 Massasoit St. s riginal residence Public Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Area Form no. 24C -101 residence clapboard 30( ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 22 stories in height with gable end to the street and a 2k story gabled projection on the southern side. A one -story porch covers the facade and extends along the southern side to the projection, and then acrross the front of this, also.. The perch has a hipped roof, turned posts with brackets and patterned balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1869 Henry Maynard filed a subdivision plan for Massasoit St, By 1873 twelve houses had been built, but then no further developement occured until the mis 1880's. In 1892 Peter Murphy bought two lots for $150. Mr. Murphy was a mason and builder, and owned several properties on this side of Massasoit St, near Prespect St. This house first appears on the 1895 atlas. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 454 -P. 25, 363 -291. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 28 Pifth Lc Name resent hip:[, Private individual Private organization :PTION: Public Iriginal owner resid nce cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Organization I THC Date June 1900 Recorded by L. Lonwr;an Tort'. ampton Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 24C -107 Source )irectoriee Style Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date one acre or less BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 527 —P. 190. Northampton Directory: 1922 and 1930. ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is one and a half sto tall and has a non rectilinear ou line. The front and ba:k walls incline towards each other and meet in a bay win dol, whch forms the narrow Massas Dit St. frontage of the house. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Fifth Ave. was laid out between Franklin and Massas oit Sts. in 1899. The southern corner of Fifth Ave. and Massasoit St. had a triangular lot and wasn't developed until the mid 1920's. At that time this small cottage was fitted to the lot. The first known owner and occupant was Patrick Grogan, a fireman for Butler and Ullman's greenhouses which were located on the other side of Massasoit St. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston map.- LL`CLW vi vuaauaaab in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. :ent use residence ;ent owner Marie Sears et al ;ription: 1884 -95 ource Atlases nitect Exterior wail fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) 11/2-story carriage house 371`7 -77 (over) In Area no. Form no. 24C -125 Northampton ess 116 Franklin St. Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Organization NHC Date March 1980 Date Date 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan 30 3 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates €3. Themes (check as many as applicable) Henry :'laynard Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small house is one -.of nearly a dozen built during the late 19th century on Franklin St. for Eenry Maynard. Mr. Maynard had opened up Massasoit St© in 1869 and sold lots for residential development or had houses built for lease© Franklin Stn is the street next easterly and Mr. Maynard was very active in the development here also. The house originally owned by Mr. Maynard, were leased to tenants and then sold to ownees at a later date. The house is two stories tall with gable end to the street and has the main entrance located in a small projection on the southern side. A one -story porch covers the two -bay facade and extends along the southern side to the entrance. This porch has slender chamfered pests with small brackets and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as Local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7-77 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) n Northampton 'ess 108 Franklin St. .e 3ent use residence 3ent owner ription: 1873-84 ource Atlases a Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan 6. Recorded by Organization NHC Date March 1980 In Area no. Form no. 24C-127 clapboard Date Date Over one acre 309 c Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Henry P°aynard Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Edugation Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development —X Political Transportation 9.. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Henry Eaynard was instrumental in opaning up this area for residential development. He filed the origianl sub-division plan for Massasoit St® in 1869, and was prominent in the development of Fran_ iin St., having houses built for tenement purposes, and selling them labero The 1895 atlas shows nine houses on Franklin St. owned by ?r0 :aynard, including this one. This house is two stories tall with gable end to the street, and a three-bay facade with six over six sash windows. A one -story porch covers the facade and is composed of shed roof, square posts with decor- ative brackets and a clapboard base. 10. Bibliog raphy and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records. early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 an _.tlasesa 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston f. iviap. Lraw in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 1 R IDIitlm Q (over) Exterior wail fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NEC March 1980 305 1. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Western Ave. was opened off of Franklin St. between 1884 and 1895, through the land of Henry laynardo ?ra _iaynard had been prominent in developing this area, opening Iassasoit St. in 1869, and having over' a dozen houses built on Franklin St. for lease as tenements in the 1880's and 1890's© The southern side of Western Ave. was developed by Avon `atthews, who with his brother Henry, ran a very sucessful contrant;ing, masonry and carpentry business in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The 1895 atlas shows all four of the 'present houses, and they were owned by Avon atthews, who would have leased the for tenements. This two story house had two tenements and features decrrative shingle work in the gables, and a porch with patterned balustrade. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases® Northamptoa Directory: 1895 -960 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston :ent use ;ent owner :ription: 1895 -1905 residence ource Atlases iitect Gerald Terman 3714-7-77 other buildings. inaicate nortn. CI la C (over) Northampton LA.Lerior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by In Area no. E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 Form no. 24C -141 Directory 2 barns 30(0 7. Original owner (if known) George W. Smith Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built around the turn of the century and first appears on the 1915 atlas. George W. Smith, a mason and contractor, owned this property and is first listed here in the 1905 directory. There are several other similarly sLyled houses near this house on. Franklin St® nd i'r. Smith was probably involved in constructing them. A sidelot to his homelot contains two outbuildings used in his business. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1900 1905 1915 and 1918. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `f. 1V1U[J. 1Jf(LW SKULL:LI UUL111111 1VUd.L1Vt1 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ass Northampton w. Pittsinger House ant use eidtect a nt owner ription: urce In Area no. 76 Franklin St: residence 1870 -73 Form no. 24C -142 Robert and Mildred Wells 3o7 Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric flush boarding Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6x6 windows, 5 bay facade? with central entrance and cornice hood Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization NHC Date March 1980 Date Date Over one acre E. Lonergan Original owner (if known) William Ea Pittsinger Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1870 William Pittsinger bought 1/3 of an acre on Wachusett St. (an early tame for Franklin St, changed by 1873) for $300 sir© Pittsinger was a carpenter and probably built this house himself© :t first appears on the 1873 atlases The house is two stories in height with flat roof and projecting eaves. It is covered with flush boarding and features a wide frieze under the eaves and cornerboardsm she symmetrical five -bay facade has a central entrance with bracketed entablature, and windows with six over six sashes and projecting cornices. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County ;!apt 1873, 1834 and 1895 Atlases Registry of weeds: 3ke 428 -Po 268, 275-399. ::orthan ?ton 7 ^tory: 1873 -74, 1885 -36g FORM B BUILDING 37M-7 -77 MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 11 Arlington St. Patrell House `t. 1V1ap UL 0. W o nv ii vi LIalL ..i.. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. t I (over) Other features In Area no. Form no. 24C -143 Northampton Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Approximate frontage Date March 1980 clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC 3°8 c 7. Original owner (if known) Elbridge W. and Estella M. Patrell Original use resi nce Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In "1903 Estella Patrell, ":the wife of Elbridge Patrell, a Florence grocer, purchased this lot of land from John Huxley. Mr. Huxley was a carpenter and builder, resideing at 13 Arlington St. It's probable that he built this house for the Patrells. The house is 22 stories in height with gable end to the street and a 21/2 story ell on the western side. ,A one -story porch covers half of the two -bay facade and extneds_along the western side to the projection. This porch has a hipped roof, turned posts with brakcets and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Direcotry: 1900 and 1905. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 663 -P. 39, 570 -49, 359 -228, 280 -283. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ent owner Lucie and Robert Keating, 37M -7 -77 4. 1\lap. Draw sketch oI cunning Location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) (over) Other features Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. f Deeds and Atlas clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC Date March 1980 Form no. 24C -144 John Huxley 'e Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Explbration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) A subdivision plan for Arlington St. was filed by W.T. Clem ant in 1871. This new street was to' connect 2 and Massasoit Sts., through an S- curve© That same year John Huxley bought lots no 10 and 11 for 3600© Mr. Huxley was a carpenter and probably built this house himself. It first appears on the 1873 atals and served as Mr. Huxly's homestead. The house is two stores in eight.with gable end to the street and a l Z story gabled ell on the eastern The front gable has an interesting diamond shaped window and the first floor of the facade is covered by a one -story porch with shed roof, spindle frieze, chamfered posts with decorative brackets, and a balustrade. The wind ws on the house have raking hoods supported by modillions and two over two sashes® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. _'ortharpton Directory: 1873 -7., 1895 -960 7 _egistry of Deeds: aka 280 -P. 283, 284 -2710 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketcn or ouiiutng iuewauui in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. A. N 37M-7 -77 (over) BSS ription: n� L Lutect Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 24C -146 Northampton 17 Arlington St. ent use residence ent owner Katherine Finn 1892 -95 Nurce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) March 1980 clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. LonergAn NHC 7. Original owner (if known) Edwin and Helen, Bumstead Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion. Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Arlington St. is a short connecting street between Fran tin and Massasoit Stse and was liad out in 18710 This Was lot nom 9 on the origianl subdivision plan and it wasn't built upon until the early 1890's. In 1892 Francis Cook, a stone mason and contractor, purchased this lot, and two years later sold it to Edwin and Helen Bumstead. The tumsteads are listed at this address in the 1895 -96 directory and the house is hhown on the 1895 atlas. Mr. Cook, who lived on Massasoit St., was probably involved in the construction of this house, along with John Huxley, a carpenter whth lived at 13 Arlington St. and is known to have built several houses in this neighborhood. The house is 2 stories in height with gable end to the street and a 2; story gabled projection on the eastern side. The three -bay facade is covered by a one -story porch with shed roof, posts with dec- orative bracketed and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases® Registry of Deeds: Bk. 470 -P® 508, 451 -2 284 -3250 Northampton Directory: 1895 -960 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston LVid4J. LJL 0.VV a ttic L ii J1 uu1:ivau6 avvu iva. in relation to, nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess a :ription: Durce iitect In Area no. Form no. 24C -148 Northampton 19 Arlington St. F. Huxley House ent use residence :ent owner Katherine Sheehan 1891 -95 Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date NHC March 1980 311 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Frank I. 'Tuxl ey Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built during the early 1890's for Frank Huxley, a carpenter© Mr. Huxley was the son of John Huxley, a carpenter who lived at 13 Arlington_ St., and the two uxleys probably built this house© The house features decorative shingle work on the front and side gables and has a half porch on the facade recessed under a continuation of the front slppe of the slate roof. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 atilseso "orthampton Directory: 1895 ?e ,istry of Deeds: Bk0 438 ®Pm 231. ^ai l`T "amrshire Gazette June 18, 19280 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Northampton 29 Arlington St. other buildings. Indicate north. t.xLerior wall fabric clapboard 371v1-7-77 (over) In Area no. Form no. 24C -151 31Z .ent owner John and Barbara Hibbard Outbuildings (describe). 12 -story carriage house with cupola Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size• One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. "Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Lucretia M. Daniels Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1873 Lucretia Daniels, wife of Charles Daniels, bought lots no© 5 and 6 of W.T. Clement °s subdivision plan for Arlington tit. This Dian had been filed in 1871 and covered a short connectory street between 7ranklin and Yassasoit Sts. This house first appears on the 1884 atlas and is occupied by Mrs. Daniels, who at this time is identified as a widow. The house is lh stories in height with steeply-Pitched gable to the street and a lh story ell, with steeply -pitched :gable, on the southern side© A one story porch covers the facade and emends along the southern side to the Projection. It is composed of double, chamfered posts on short pedestals. A one-story bay window projects from the side ell. In the rear of the property is a lh story carriage house with central wall gable and cupola. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1373, 1884 and 1895 Atlases® 2egistry of Deeds: Bk. 305-?. 316, 284 ®271. orthampton rectory: 1885 ®86. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M-7-77 (over) ess ent use residence ;ent owner A.B. and Hilda Mc Arthur ;ription: ource aitect Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 24C -167 Northampton 4 Bancroft Rd. c. 1894 Outbuildings (describe) Reg. of Deeds and visual Exterior wall fabric clapboard NHC March 19RQ 313 evidence Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street c 7. Original owner (if known) residence Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Henry G. "aynard Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) There has been a house on this site since the early 1850's. At that time Franklin St. was a short lane leading to a large farmhouse (now identified as no. 38 Franklin) and Bancroft 7d. was a curving lane leading to the top of Pound Rill. It appears that the farm was origianlly con- nected with the Round Hill Schhol for Boys begun in the early 1820's. From 1856 until 1894 Simeon Birge sold the property to Henry Maynard. r0 aynard had been very instrumental in opening up :''.assasoit and Franklin Sts© for development. It appears that the old house was taken down and the present house built at the time of r. "a,ynard's purchase. The new house appears on the 1895 atals, and is owned by TAr. 1 :aynard, who probabi; leased it out. The house is 2) stories in height with ridge roof and 2 story gabled projection on the facade. The front ;able is covered with shingles, and a shingled beltcourse separates the first and second stories of the house. On either side of the front projection are small porches with shed roofs, turned posts with perforated brackets and patterned balustrades, and there is a two -story bay window on the rranklin St. end of the house© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County ?Tap© 1873, 18'84 and 1895 Atlases, 'orthmpton D±rectory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96. Registry of Leeds: Bk. 466 -P. 387, 165 -529, 149 -311. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 63 Franklin St. z. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage In Area no. Form no. 24C -168 clapboard 70' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date NHC March 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development .T. Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is the first of three houses in a row built for Henry Maynard at the east side of Franklin St. Mr. Maynard played a large part in developing Franklin and Massassoit Sts. by selling lots for development and having tenement houses built for leasing. This house first appears on the 1895 atlas and features scalloped boarding in the gables and as a belt course between the first and second floors. K one -story porch with shed roof, turned posts with decorative brackets and patterned balustrade covers the three -bay facade and a similar porch covers a side entrance. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. registry of Deeds: Bk. 466-P. 387. 37m -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Z 1Y1ap. 1J1 Cl W .711, lA,"L VLV41ata t vv vavaa in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) adtecf 5. Lot size 6. Recorded by 1 Northampton In Area no. 207 Crescent St. ess ent use residence ;ent owner William and Joan Ames :ription: )urce One acre or less Organization 1884 -95 At i asps Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date x Approximate frontage E. Lonergan NHC Date March 1980 Form no. 24C -171 Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above). Crescent St was opened in 1886 along the middle slopes of Round Hill. The street almost cotpletelyencircles the hill and provides fine vistas of the north and east. This is one..of the three virtually identical houses built on the western side of the hill adjacent to each other. They all appear on the 1895 atlas, with this one being owned by William Latham. Mr. Lat am.never lived here, and soon sold the house to William Crowley, a section foreman for the ew York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad, sho established his residence here. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1384 and 1 395 Atlases. :;ort arnpton Directory: 1895. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviap. Draw 5 S Lc;ii 01 auiiuui to�a�ru�t in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Northampton 181 Crescent St. J. Ruddy House 1896 residence Form no. 24C- 177 urce Atlas and Directory S.D.R. Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street April 1980 E. Lonergan NHC c 7. Original owner (if known) John Ruddy Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Crescent St. was laid out in 1886 midway along the slopes of Round Hill. It quickly became one of the most fashionable streets to build upon in Northampton. This house was built shortly before the turn of the century, probably for John Ruddy, a local policeman. at a cost of ',.:2C00 The house is 21 stories., in height with gable end to the street and a cross gable on the southern side. Fish -scale shingles are used to dec- orate the front gable, which also contains a projecting double gable. full length front porch extends across the facade and is composed of turned posts, a patterned balustrade and curved brackets. On the second floor is a slightly smaller porch with turned posts. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1395 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -95, 1900,1905, 1915 and 1922. t. 3Vr iri fi Daily Republican Dec. 31, 1396. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. In Area no. Form no. 24C -179 Northampton 199 Crescent St. residence ent owner James and Lillian Mahar 1884 -95 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 37M-7-77 4, (over) Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization E. Lonergan NHC Date March 1980 Date Date x Over one acre 3t7 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development X Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian Transportation Crescent St. was opened in 1826 along the middle slopes of Round Hill. The street almost completely encircles the hill and provides fine vistas to the north and east. This is one of three virtually identical houses built on the western side of the hill adjacent to each other. They all appear on the 1395 atlas, with this one being owned by Arthur Clark, a letter carrier. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories in height with gable end to the street and a 2 and 1/2 story gabled projection on the northern side. Fish-scale shingles are used in the front gable, and a one -story porch covers the two -bay facade. The porch has a hipped roof, posts with fancy brackets and balustrade. A similar parch covers the front of the side projection. In the rear of the property is a 1 and 1/2 story barn with central wall gable. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1.884 and 1395 Atalses. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. map. Draw SKewii OuL.I.uv«6 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 Su t4 E1 (over) ess Northampton ent use residence :ent owner John and Catherine Dalton :ription: Exterior wall fabric 1884 -1895 ource Atlases nitect Outbuildings (describe) Other features Approximate frontage In Area no. 203 Crescent St. 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 Form no. 24C -180 clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 398 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development :X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Crescent St. was opened in 1886 along the middle slopes of Round Hill. The street almost completely encircles the hill and provides fine vistas to the north and east. This is one of three virtually identical houses built on the western side of the hill adjacent to each other. They all appear on the 1895 atlas, with this one being owned. by 'dilliam O'Brien, a letter carrier. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories in height with gable end to the street and a 2 and 1/2 story gab &ed projection on the northern side. T va_rietins of decoratively -cut shingles are used in the front gable and a one -story perch covers the two -bay facade. The porch has a hipped roof, posts with fancy brackets and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1395 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. O. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M-7-77 (over) Date 1 Northampton .ess ;ent use ;ription: ource hitect Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size One acre or less Organization In Area no. 204 Crescent St. 1884 -95 residence Sent owner Charles and Delores Atlases Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Form no. 24C -183 Kulikowski clapboard and wood shingle Date Date x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 73 19 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 1 96. Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of two virtually identical, late-Victorian houses on Crescent St. built c. 1890. Crescent St. had been laid out in 1886 along the middle slopes of Round Hill, through the estate of the Round Hill Hotel. The 1895 atlas shows this house and lists George Johnson, owner of a Pleasant St. furniture and stove store, as the owner. The house features several varieties of decoratively -cut shingles, a three -stiry tower with pyramidal, slate roof and finial, and a front porch with turned posts, fancy brackets and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 13814 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 377 -77 itect Exterior wall fabric brick and wood shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: Nort'hamnton One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E• Organization Date Iti Area no. Form no. 2LC -187 213 -15 Crescent St: Lonergan I`?HC April 1980 1 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation t Agricultural Education Religion 1 Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ r The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Crescent St. was lid out. in 18E6 and cuicki;r became one of the most fashionable streets to build upon in orthampton. Cevelopment continued :re11 into the 1920's. This large double house was built around 1920. Two stories high ^.o- is a slate, hipped roof and central, hipped dormer with three ..indows the house has a symmetrical facade with two—story, three -sided bays ar either end. A cornice with ncdillions extends around the entire building. The facade is tied tozether ith a one—story porch './ith projecting, central, pedimented gable. Tuscan columns and a simple balustrade hake up the porch. In the 1922 directory Reese Richards, a :lain Ste je-;eler and uy ..^..erson, office ...and cr for the Florence _.auf cturiri'° S5. 10. Bibliography a.nd /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1_F% residence IL ._ton irectcry: 1915 and 1922 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. map.. craw skewn 01 Uullulub' iueiiiiuu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 ess e ;ent use :ent owner Arthur and Margaret Smith :ription: 1867 -68 )urce riru iiitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Form no. 24D -56 Northampton 11 Stoddard St. M. Martin House residence Reg. of Deeds and Directory brick Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan OrganizationNH C` 321 Date May 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Michael Martin Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts. Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1867 William H. Stoddard, a Main St. dry goods merchant, filed a subdivision plan for Chestnut St. (now known as Stoddard St.). The same year he sold two lots to Michael Martin for $700. Mr Martin was listed at this address in the 1868 directory, and as he was a mason, tender, probably was involved in the construction of the house himself. The house is two stories in height with gable end to the street. A one -story porch extends across the three -bay facade and is conposed of a low- pitched hip roof, chamfered posts, ornate brackets and shingled lower portion. Brownstone is used for the sill7 and lintels of the two over two sash windows. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. ;orthanpton Directory: 1868 -69, 1382 -83. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 245 -P. 144, 236 -265. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicat- north. Z7 ::Tj 5r Altered adyes ditions P jvonDrlac prc r 1 (over) BSS ent owner ription: 3urce Architect Northampton 82 North Street ent use Construction Company Kingsbury Box Company 1°-''l Approximate frontage D A Sullivan Son, Builders 1885 -1890 Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Pi cturesque Hamp shire unknown 25 feet none Other features 3 stories; corner tower; ridge roof on body of building; loading dock, Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre 130 feet Approximate distance of building from street Organization No rthampton Historical Date March i; `Y9 g I V E D MAY 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) A n (.3 r) any Original use factory Subsequent uses (if any) and dates factory, construction company 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural. Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry x Social Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Ilistorical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) A. Kingsbury and son, box manufacturers, were the first industrial concern to occupy this attractive factory structure on North Street. Kingsbury .had begun the manufacture of boxes in South Coventry Connecticut in 1368 and in the 1370° s supplied the Belding Brothers Silk Company with its manufactures. In 1379 the boil company relocated in .Northampton, first In the Union Block, corner of Main and Pleasant Streets, and later on North Street, Sy this time the company produced both. ,wooden and paper boxes. Kingsbury also invented a Blueing machine which greatly reduced the amount of time required in the fabrication of paper boxes. The factory structure is three stories in height at the front, 1 :o. the rear of the tower is located a story mass i_th rid 3e roof, The tower itself is wooden and set off from the lower portions of the building by brick ridges which fan out from the rectangj.ilar tpass of the facade. Atop a steeply pr -ached hipped roof a decorative finial remains. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Picturesque Hampshire, 1390. (Forbes Library) 3/i3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 Style Architect Setting lorthcnnpton Outbuildings 96 North St. is Name E.B. Strong House riginal residence resent residence hip: Private individual Private organization Public Area Form no. 24D -93 PTION: 1884 -95 cross streets and other buildings Date or geographical features. Indicate north. Source Atlases and visual evidence (Staple additional sheets here) riginal owner Edward B. Strong Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Major alterations (with dates) sided- mid 20th c. Moved Date Approx. acreage small barn ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in height with slate pyramidal roof and large central wall gable on the facade. This gable is dressed with decorative stick work. A two -story bay window with pyramidal roof is located on the eastern side of the house, while the first floor of the eastern corner of the facade has been angled to form another bay wondow. The facade is covered by a one -story porch with shed roof, pedimented entrance, Tuscan columns and balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and'how the building relates to the development of the community) This house was originally built c. 1890 for Edward Strong, a afrmer, who also served assuperintendent of the Bridge St. Cemetery for over twenty years. The house replaced an earlier one, as Mr. Strong was the fifth generation of the family to own this homestead on "North Market St." (now known as North St.). Jerijah Strong Jr. first settled here in 1737, the year of his marriaae. Market St. was one of the first streets to be settled in Northampton, and long remained exclusively a residential street. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 183i Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. Northampton Directory: l860 -61, 1885 -86, 1900, i905, 1915. 1873, l884, 1895, Z9Z5 Atlas: FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7 -77 1V1i11/. L1 a vv o.w w in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. E th 4 A cSi (over) Moved ss 5. Lot size: Northampton a nt use residence ent owner Joan Archambault ription: 1884 )urce Atlas and Req. of Deeds Victorian Gothic dtect Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features terracotta, black brick and decoratively -laid brick bondings. Altered enclosed porch Date mid 20th c. One acre or less Organization Date March 1980 In Area no. 13 Finn St. Hill House x Approximate frontage NHC 24D -141 Date Approximate distance of building from street 6 Recorded by E. Lonergan Form no. Over one acre 32L 7. Original owner (if known) Alexander Hill Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Alexander Hill bought slightly more than a half acre on the north side of Spring St. (now known as Finn St.) from the heirs of Jonathan Baker in early 1884. The house must have been built immedi- ately, as it is shown on the 1884 Atlas. Mr. Hill worked as a teamster for Brown and Bailey, the masons and builders located on Alien Place. The one -and -a -half story, 'L-shaped cottage is decorated with most of the methods known to the late 19th century mason. String courses cater table, gable trim, arched window heads, and "Gothic" window heads are composed of brick laid in a number of different ways, of blackened brick or of terra cotta. Unfortunately the original porch in the crook of the L has been recently enclosed, however the overall ambience remains as a testament to the Victorian mason's skill and dexderity. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases, Registry of Deeds: 5k. 387 -P. 187. Norhtampton Directory: 1884 -85. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1/1. vv Inc l.UL1 Vl UU11LL1t1, 1U 1I1Vt1 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37m-7-77 c1 {3oa� 1113CA \"N (over) ;ent use ;ription: tiru uitect Northampton Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe Other features 5. Lot size: Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date May 1980 In Area no. .ess 17 Myrtle St. residence ;ent owner Thomas and May Barnes 1872 -73 )urce Reg. o Deeds and Atlas clapboard Moved Date Form no. 24D -164 Alteredporch enclosed Date mid 20th c. One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Lucien Dawson mi.d Lewis Warner Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development y Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In Z870 and Z871 Dawson and Warner purchased two acres of land between State St. and King St. In Z872 they filed a subdivision plan•, for Pearl. St (now known as Myrtle St.) Some of the lots were sold immediately and others were built upon and leased to tenants. This house first appears on the Z873 atlas as property of Dawson and Warner. In 1878 they sold the house and lot to Jacob and Caroline Brandle for 82500. At that time it was mentioned that the Brandies already occupied the premises. The house is one and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and a s -malZ wall gable on the western side. A small oculus is located high up in the steeple- pitched gable, while the second floor windows have arched hood moulds, and the first floor windows have rectangular hood moulds. The first floor porch has been enclosed. 1 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories. deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, :634 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: 3k. 343 -P. 95, 277 -15, 276 -445 and 440 :,'orth=E.) on Directory: 1895 -96, 1885 -86, 11875 -76. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7 -77 map. liraw sKetcn of duiiaing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ors (over) urce Reg, pf Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less x 6. Recorded by Organization Nol7thwip t 1872 -73 Date Maj Z980 In Area no. Form no. 24D -166 29 Myrtle St. Carpenter Gothic clapboard rr "ergan NHC Date Date Over one acre Approximate frontage 95 Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Lucien Dawson and Lewis Warner residence Aboriginal Conserva.tion Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1872 Damson and Warner filed a subdivision plan for twelve lots on Pearl St. (now Myrtle St.) and the north side of Summer Et. They had purchased the land in early Z871 and sold some lots immediately, but had "cottage houses" erected on most of the Zots to lease to tenants. The house first appears on the Z873 atlas as property of Dawson and Warne' In Z89Z the house and lot were sold to E. Lee St. John, a letter carrier, for $2250. This is the most decorated of these cottage houses, and features patterned bargeboards and a one -story wrap- around porch with cut -out balustrade and arched openings formed by curved brackets and chamfered posts. A smaZZ ocuZus is located high up in the steeply- pitched front gable. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z873, 7,384 and 1395 Atlases. egistry of Deeds: Bk. 439 -P. 19Z, 329 -5, 277 -15, 276 -445 and 446. Vcrthc'rpton Directory: 1335 -96. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston araut..,. 'F1JL u ry o[s.cLt..at va.',:UUllultl 1UL d1,1Vt1 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. N (over) Date a •ess e ;ent use :ription: Outbuildings (describe) Other features 5. Lot size: Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan OrgartiWion In Area no. Form no. 24D -167 Northampton 39 Myrtle St. residence :ent owner Anna Radzi, illowicz c. 1871 �urce Reg. of Deeds Exterior wall fabr i c clapboard porch enclos$d 20th c. Altered Date Moved Date X One acre or less Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street NH(' May la 80 3291 7. Original owner (if known) Lewis Warner and Lucien Dawson Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political. Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1870 and 1871 Warner and Dawson purchased two acres of land between State St. and King St. A subdivision plan was prepared and filed in 1872 for Pearl St. (now Myrtle S and the north side 6f Summer St. Most of the lots had "cottage houses" built upon them, and were leased to tenants. This corner lot was built upon, and sold to Henry Frost for $2800. in August of 1871. The house is one -and -a -half stories in height, with steeply- pitched gable facing on Myrtle St. Within the gable is a small oculus and two round headed sash windows. The side porch has been enclosed and there is a small pedimented portico covering the front entrance. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1373, 1884 and 1895 Atlases, Registry of Deeds: Bk. 411 -P, 190, 313 -425, 291 -427, 285- 191, 277 -15, 276-4'45 and 446. Northampton Directory: 1873 -74. FORM 13 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4 1Vld.p. L!L u•• in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. FINN o ED TR 51 .EET SUM N1 C12. �T1L Et ✓1 r1V' ILA PRO P 17. T` DO NOT \VRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 1- n v a (over) In Area no. Northampton :SS 203 State Street ent use Residence ent owner John Rogalewski :ription: ■ounce c. 1875 Mansard hitect unknown visual. evidence Exterior wall fabric wood Outbuildings (describe) none Other features tower with mansard; gables with conical hoods;irregular massing; bays and gables. Altered additions Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre 90 feet Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet Form no. 24D -168 6. Recorded by r, athi e Organization Northampton Historical cax-mmi ss Date 30, 1976 w\' ASS. HST, iC.O' '41Ji. 7. Original owner (if known) Nicholas Ryan Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) State St. follows the route of the New Haven Northampton Canal. The canal was closed in 1847, and portions paved over in the next two decades, so that by 1873 the street ran from Main St. north to the New Haven- Northampton Railroad. In 1885 and 1886 Ebenezer Edwards, a farmer livin_ at the corner of Spring (now Finn) and State Sts.,sold two small lots to Chester White. Mr. White was a local carpenter, and probably constructed this house during 1886. In November of that year the property "with buildings" was sold to Nicholas Ryan, a laborer. The house is L- shaped, one and -a -half stories in heieht, with a two- story.tower capped by a tall Mansard roof in the crook of the L. Each of the gables of the L has a one -story bay capped by a tall Mansard roof. The Mansards all have gabled dormers. A one- story, entry porch is at'the base of the tower. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 418 -P. 197, 405 -110 and 475, 398 -423. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96. 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ivlap. uraw'sketcn of ouriaing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ess 205 State St. e ;ent use ;ent owner :ription: Durce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Architect Michael Kroll mason Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features string courses of diagon ally -laid trick, front porch with turned posts, fancy brackets and low Altered Date balustrade. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no. 24D -169 Northampton M. Kroll House residence 1893 95 NHC May 1980 Kroll Inc brick E. Lonergan 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Michael C. Kroll, residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Michael Kroll, a local_ mason, purchased a small lot in 1893 for $610. This was part of the homestead at the corner of Spring St. (mow Finn St.) and State St. By 1895 this house had been constructed and Mr. Kroll is listed as living here. The house still remains in the Kroll family. The house is 2 and a half stories in heisht with gable end t^ the street and a two- and -a -half story gabled projection on the northern side. A one -story porch with hipped roof, turned posts, fancy brackets and balu rad: covers the two bay facade. Window sills and lintels are connected by st courses of Diagonally -laid brick butt ends. The lintels are arched and have composite stone stops and keystones. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1384 aid 1895 Atlases. Pegistry of Deeds: Bk. 462 -P. 405, 454 -19. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1=00, 1922. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1Viap. ui'aw rue Len. UU.L1W.1.16 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 'ess ;ent use ;ription: Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) In Area no. Form no, 24D -170 Northampton 211 -213 State St. residence Jagdish and Balbir Singh ;ent owner 1895 -1915 Atlases clapboard (over) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date NHC May 1980 33C 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large double house was built around the turn of the century. The first known occupants were two Sheehan families, who were listed here in the 1915 directory. John Sheehan, a conductor for the Boston and Maine Railroad, is listed at 211 State St. and Kate Sheehan, widow of Patrick, is listed at 213 State St. The house is two and a half stories in heicht with a high, hipped slate roof and a two and a half story gabled projection on southern side. The central bay of the three bay facade also consists o a two and a half story gabled projection. This contains a double entrance on the first floor, a double window with bracketed hood on the second floor and a small double window in the gable. A one -story porch with flat roof, Tuscan nolumns, balustrade and lattice base extends across the facade, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915, amd 1922. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Date a,0 Q cz9 t2:3 Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization TTHC May 19 80 Architect Setting r? o rthampt on 218 State St. is Name D. Haskins House riginal resent EPTION: Public Style Colonial (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 24D -171 residence residence ;hip:E] Private individual Private organization riginal owner Davis Haskins c. 1838 Source eg. of Deeds Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings small market Major alterations (with dates) rear addition- late 19th c. sided- mid 20th c. Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less 331 HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) in 1835 the -avert- 'ortharnpton Canal opened tO o eat fanfare. GeorRe 3ancroft gave the oration and the event heralded a new age for the growing torn of T"orthampton, 'Tow it could be a seaport! However, this drew: was short lived, railroads were coming and the canal went bankrupt in 1847, in what was purportedly the most disasterous failure in Connecticut history© Over the next quarter century the canal was filled in and laid out as State Stn This large house is the only structure along the street that was probably standing while the canal was is operation. From visual evidence it would appear that the house dates from the late 18th century, but at that time there were no streets between Prospect and in Sts. Deed inform- ation identifies this as the Simeon Edwards homestead as early as 1803 but the house was probably located on Prospect Stn, which served as the western bound of the homestead. There is a possibility that the older house was mowed to this site during the 1830's In 1838 Davis Habkins Purchased about an acre of land at this site and established his homestead here, maintaining the property until 1858 when ark Spaulding purchased it, Col© Spaulding, as he was known, lived here until the late 1880's, and was a co -owner of the Found .'ill Hotel during the 1870's© f 1 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in height with ridge roof and tall central chimney. The symmetrical five -bay fagade has a. central entrance and two over two sash windows. Other detailing is hidden by the asbestos coverings Within the side gablei s one Six Oder Six sash'? window. A series of additions extends to the rear of the property on the southern side of the house© EIBLIOGRAPHn and /or REFERENCES 1831 _own 'Yap. 1854 and 1860 County ""apse 1873, 1884, 1895 Atlases/ Re istry of Deeds: ?.k0 407-P. 319, 187 -38, 125 -330, 83 -361 and 363, 69 -573, 4 7 -7, 42 -354, 40 -177, 20 -540, 2 -17. When ';orthamaton Was a Seaport" SPfld Union 7 eb. 5, 1922. T _.rectory: 1873 -74, 20M-2/80 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ess entuse cent owner cription: Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no, 24D -172 Northampton 210 State St. NHC residence Greek Revival Blanche Connor 1850 Registry of Deeds clapboard Altered porch and bay Date late 19th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: X One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan May 1980 33 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This Greek Revival styled house is one of the earlier homes along State St. It is mentioned in a deed of 1851 and probably dates from shortly before this, as State St. runs along the path of the -'New Haven Northampton canal. The canal went bankrupt in 1847, and over the next quarter century was filled in to make State St. The 1854 map shows the stree extending from Main St. to Park St, (now Trumbull Rd.) and a short section north and south of Spring St. (now Finn St.). The house is two stories tall with pedimented gable end to the street. The tympanum is clad with flush boarding and there are wide corner pilaster and a modest frieze and architrave. Later additions include the one -story porch that covers the three bay facade, and a one story bay window on the southern side. The porch is composed of hipped roof, chamfered posts and elaborate, cut -out pattern balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1384 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 221 -P. 298, 155 -465, 141 -266 and 267. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Z 1V10.iJ. LL 0. W VUL141116 i flJL&I v41 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. rtiNN 123 t tc..1 g ro kg i 37M -7 -77 (over) ess 202 State St. ent use store and residence .ent owner John and Mary Mc Carthy Tiption: 1913 )urce C1L �Lltect Northampton State St. Store Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 24D -173 Spfld. Daily Republican NHC brick Altered Date tD A Moved Date C I M 5. Lot size: Inll One acre or less Over one acre CI Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E, Lonergan May 1980 333 7. Original owner (if known) John A. Ross Original use store and dwellin Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This brick building was erected in 1913 at a cost of $5000 for John Ross, the owner of a wholesale and grocery cn Hawley St. The second floor was taken up by an apartment and the first floor was a grocery. This was called the State St. Store, a name taken frcm the small wood -frame grocery at 151 State St. The store has a recessed entry flanked by large show windows on State St. An arched hood covers the doorway to the second floor apartment. Most of the second floor of the f.aco.c, is taken_ up by a four -bay bow windo- with paneled base and three- light tr.n-or: 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, early maps, etc.) 1395 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 and 1922. Springfield Daily Republican. assessor's records, 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. n T [2:2 q (over) 1 Northampton ess 46 Finn St. ;ent use ;ent owner In Area no. :ription: 1852-54 _litect V. Tanner House residence aurce Reg. of Deeds Gothic Cottage Form no. 24D -176 Crawford and Theresa Dunn Exterior wall fabric vinyl siding Outbuildings (describe) steeply pitched front Other features gable with "Gothic" window within, diamond pattern slate roof. sided mid 20th c. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by F. T,onergan Organization Date NH% May 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 1885 -86. Varnum Tanner residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Spring St (originally called Hawley Lane) was laid out in the first third of the 19th century as the upper connector between King St. and Prospect St. In 1852 and 1854 Joseph Haskins, a Prospect St.,resider.t, sold land to Varnum Tanner for a combined total of $383. In October of 1854 Mr. Tanner sold this land to Hatfil Washburn, Jr. of Williamsburg for $1350. The deed mentions the grantor's "new Cottage house thereon standing This would seem to be the same house as the present one. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with steeply- pitched gable facing State St. A "Gothic" sash window sits high up in the gable, and in the wall gable on the western side. A hipped -roof, one -story porch extends across the facade. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: 3k. 447 1 29, 414 -407 and 403, 410 -311, 157 -114 and 116, 145 -22r FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 4. Map. Draw sKetch of ouilaing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0 H 1 0 9 0 (over) 'n ress ie sent use Agnes Wrob lewski sent owner cription: source e Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 5. Lot size: Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 24D -180 Northampton 26 Aldrich St. J. Powers House 1895 -1900 residence Atlas and Directory Jeffrey Powers mason brick enclosed porch mid 20th c. Altered Date Moved Date One acre or less g Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC May 1980 t 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Jeffrey Powers residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry- Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1892 Avon C. Matthews,"a prominent Northampton building contractor, filed a subdivision plan for Aldrich St. Two years later he sold lot no. 4 to Jeffrey Powers, a mason. Mr. Powers probably built this house himself and was listed as living here in the 1900 directory. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with slate hipped roof, a pedimemted gable projecting from the south corner of the facade and capping a two- story, three -sided bay, and a two- and -a -half story cabled projection on the northern side. Stone is used for a water table, window sills and lintels and a string course. A side gable entry porch has been enclosed in later years. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884, 1595 and 1915 Atlases. ^egistr•y of Deeds: Bk. 467 -P. 6, 453 -49. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, L900. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `f. rmap. LI a vv -Al1G L1: 11 vi OWL /WALE" avC.uavu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ent use :ription: 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Northampton 22 Aldrich St. J.A. Powers House entown James and Mary Sullivan 1894 -95 Exterior wall fabric Approximate frontage NHC May 1980 residence clapboard Lonergan Form no. 24D -181 Reg. of Deeds and Atlas James Powers- buildr Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 33( n 7. Original owner (if known) James A. and Ellen C. Powers Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 465 -P. 144, 453 -49. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1892 Avon C. Matthews, a prominent Northampton building contractor, filed a subdivision plan for Aldrich St. Two years later he sold lot no. 3 to James Powers, a mason and builder. Mr. Powers probably I�uilt this house himself and was listed as living here in the 1895 -96 directory. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with slate hipped roof, a two and -a -half story gabled,projec *_ion on the northern end of the facade, and a two- and -a -half story gabled projection on the southern side. A one story, hipped roof porch with posts and balustrade extends across tha facade to the northern projection, and is capped by a smaller hipped roof porch on the second floor, also with posts and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston a J tll X D o 3 F N.) IN S D (over) Date 'ess 43 Finn St. Sent use lent owner ource 1viap. 1J1 nw ar �l it Va a�uttut.ts tvvu. ava. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Organization In Area no. Form no. 24D -202 Northampton' Dignon-Boudway House ;ription: 1884-85 residence Donald and Anne Ouimette Reg. of Deeds and Directory May 1980 asbestos siding sided mid 20th c. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: X One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC 331 7. Original owner (if known) Ellen Dignon Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1884 Hammond and Sullivan, two prominent, local real estate developers, filed subdivision plan for Warfield Place and the north side of Spring St. (now Finr. St.). Later that year they sold lets no. 9 and 10 to Ellen Dignon for $800. The house was built soon thereafter as.the 1885 -86 Directory lists Joseph Boudway, co -owner of a Main St. grocery and fish market, as living here. Mrs. Dignon, the widow of Thomas, also lived here. The house is two and -a -half stories in height with eable end to the street and a twe- and -a -half story gabled projection on the western side. The gables are trimmed with collar braces, king post and pendant, and collar tie, while the one -story front porch has a hipped roof, chamfered posts and balustrade. The openings between the posts are arched with cut -away spandrels, while the balustrade has arched patterns with solid spandrels. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1384 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 606 -P. 313, 393 -350, 384 -310. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ess 222 -226 State St. ;ent use ;ent owner Robert Andrews. :ription: ource iitect Northampton Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Organization In Area no. residence X Approximate frontage 1895 -1915 Atlases NHC May 1980 Date Date E. Lonergan Form no. 24D 2o4 Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 33 7. Original owner (if known) Original use r e s i d e n t i a l Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is basically a rowhouse with three units. Two stories in height with a slate hipped roof, the block has three two -and- a -half story, gabled projections on the State St. side and a wall gable on the Elm St. side. Each of these•gables has a small "Gothic" window within and two -story bay windows. On State St. two story porches extend .between the bays, sheltering the recessed entrances. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1893 and 1915 Atlases. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date June 1980 Date Approx. acreage Setting c Name .esent ?TION: Public °iginal owner (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area Form no. 24D -229 226 Prospect St. iginal residence residence tip: E'j Private individual Private organization 1 895 1915 Source Atlases Style Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in height with slate hipped roof and a sttry pedimented projection on the western end of thi facade. The first story of the projection has angled sides to form a bay window and the corners are decorated with. spindle friezes. The eastern half of the facade is covered by a one -story porch with shed roof, spindle frieze, turned posts with fan brackets and balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates' to the development of the community) This house was built around the turn of the century near Kin Street Brook crossing,- of Prospect St. The area near this brook hadn't been developed until late in the 19th century because of its swampy nature, however, around the turn of the century the brook was put u_nder- 0round and the resultinz dry land was available for residential devel- opment. The hnl ;e first appears on the 1915 atlas and is owned and occupied by Raymond rilack, a chaffeur. a BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. '_orthampton Direc 'cory: 1905, 1915, 1922© FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Organization NHC Date March 1980 Date Style EPTION: Architect Recorded by E. Lonergan Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton 99 Crescent St. Area Form no. 24D -240 is Name riginal residence= resent residence .hip: Q Private individual Private organization Occupational and Vocational Center Public )riginal owner 1895 -1913 Source At1aq amid Directory Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 18D5 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 472 -P. 143, Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1913 -17. The house is two stories in height with slate hipped roof and hipped dormers. Console brackets support the wide eaves and -a continuous frieze en- circles the Fluted pilasters are used at the corners. The facade has a one- story porch which also extends halfway along the southern side. The porch is composed of flat roof with projecting cornice, double fluted posts on shingled pedestals and a balustrade. The house first appears on the 1915 atlas, and is owned and occupied by William Reilley, a lawyer. Crescent St. had been opened in 1886 along the middle slopes of Round Hill and quickly became one of the most "aristocratic" streets in the city. ►3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston d_ 0 2 9 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ess 83 Crescent Street ent use Apartments ent owner Leo Stramese :ri ption: ource In Area no. Northampton H. P. Dewey Outbuildings (describe) 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Form no. 24D-2'42_ 1893 Hampshire Gazette, 7/3/1893 Georgian Revival 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location_ itre iitect F. S. Neuman of Spfld. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildir s. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric wood none Other features pilasters w /Corinthian capitals; portico w /balustrade; .garland swag frieze Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre g Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street .00M 15 feet Organization No rt rIp t (jF iJ ktio i 1. comm. s on Date June 3, H 3 o 1976 MASS. f-'; T 7. Original owner (if known) H. P. De,.- ey Original use Rest dPnce Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention. Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Springfield architect Frank S Neuman provided the plans for this $12,000 house on Crescent Street, The Gazette in 1893 commented that the house was "colonial or some other styleo e (;:nth) pillars and filigree and towers and things all over it,'� evidencing the kind of confusion which many late Victorian house designs created for those bent on categorizing.them. according to style. The house is a solid mass whose rich decorative effects are borrowed predominantly from the Georgian colonial and used freely, Three of the four facades are freely massed with bays, porches, and c rzners springing from the clapboarded surface of the cube; tine west (entrance) facade is decidedly formal and symnetricala Above the exquisitely appointed entrance is a balcony reached by a modified Palladian window. The pedimented pav tLLi on is marked by paired Corinthian pilasters and garland and s frieze. Similarly, the corners of the facade are defined by wide. cornerbcards F. So Neuman arrived in Springfield 1883 ®84 and :cas =first Listed in the city directory in 1883 as a carpenter. Churches, residences, and theatres in Springfield were among his designs. Neuman left Springfield for a profitable career in Philadelphia in the mid-nineties. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazette July 3, 1893 0 Springfield City uirecrori es, Seri ng =i etc Historical Commi ssion (Inventory). ;ent use puree Reg. of Deeds and Atlas 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston t. Map. 01 uuiivaias ava u�ava in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 4-° N ci (over) ess ;ent owner Frederick Ostrowski :ription: Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 5. Lot size In Area no. Form no. 24D -243 Northampton 61 Crescent St, c. 1884 brick Altered Date Moved Date One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date NHC March 1980 c 7. Original owner (if known) William F. Pratt Jr. Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This was the .second house to be built on the lower level of Round Frill. The estate of the Round Hill Hotel was first sectioned off for devel- opment in 1873, but only two houses had been built by 1881. These faced each other, across what later became Crescent St. Development picked up in the latter part of the 1880's and by 1895 Crescent St. had nearly thirty houses built. The Gazette de- scribed it as one of the most "aristocratic" streets in the city. This house was built/by William F. Pratt and his son William F. Jr. for their own residence. The elder Pratt Was Northampton's cre- eminent arch- itect of the mid,l9th century, and was responsible for much of the city's Main St. commercial blocks. His son had joined him in practice c. 1370 and the two continued until the firm was sold in 1893. The house is situated to take advantage of the sweeping view of the Connecticut River Valley and hills to the east, and features decorative masons work, a leaded glass Palladian window and entry with Tuscan portico. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1881+ and 1895 Atlases. Fe.;istry of Deeds: Sic. 453 -P. 257, 4L4_299 and 503, 436 -169, L81-217, 269 -207, and 15 -139. 'iorthampton Directory: 1385 -86, 1895-96, 1905, 1922. Daily aI?.'P,shire 7,azette Ncv. 30, 1895. 333 -32, 270 -1429 37M-7-'77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 'f. map.: Draw s etcn oI oullaing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. a ess ent use ription: )urce Architect Exterior wall fabric Other features (over) Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 24D -244 1 Northampton J. Stoddard House ent owner Carolyn Barrett 1891 -95 Outbuildings (describe) 57 Crescent St. Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Altered Date Moved bate 5. Lot size. One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 residence clapboard wood shingle 3w3 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) John T. Stoddard residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1891 John Stoddard, a professor of Chemistry at Smith College, purchased lotno. 4 and 5 of the Round Hill estate sub division. The next year he had a $10,000 "mansion" constructed. It was houses like these that led the Gazette to call Crescent St. one of the most "aristocratic" in the city in 1395. The street had been opened in 1886, and its location on the middle slopes of Round Hill, provided a steeping vista of the Connecticut River Valley. This large house features a 2 and 1/2 story pedimented pavilion in the center of the facade. A "Paladian" window is situated within the tympanum, while a panel with two decorative, leaded galss windows and crowned by a swan's neck pediment is located between the first and second stories. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 186L _-:d 1895 Atlases. Re istr'r of Deeds: 3k. L44 -1). 181, 378 -453 `Tcrthamptor. Directory: 1885 86, 1895 96, 1922. Errinpr''leld Dail Fenubli ^an Dec. 31, 1892. 37M. --7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1Vlap. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess_ ;ent owner Michael and Phyllis Woolf ;ription: hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered front porch Moved Date 5. Lot size One acre or less Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 24D -246 Northampton 1892 -93 March 1980 Date mid 20th c. x Over one acre 100' Approximate distance of building from street 25' E. Lonergan NHC 3Ljy 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Kate E. tnd Julia R. Tyler residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large house was built for the Misses Kate and Julia Tyler in 1892 at a cost of $7000. Crescent St. had been opened in 1886 and cut along the middle slopes of Round Hill, through the old orchards and gardens of the Round Hill Hotel. This was one of the earlier houses constructed on the street, and features a sweeping vista to the east across the Connecticut River Valley. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1 e:4 and 1595 Atlases. Re,7 of Deeds. Bk. 453 -P. 222, 4 44 -181. Northampton Directory: 1393 -94, 1295 -96, 7 900, 190 i 1 9 2 2. 2a.1y Republican Dec. 31, 1392. 37m-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston X. IJI cIVV UII LJI ounuitig iuea in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. si Svetrece.g. (over) In Area no. Northampton Form no. 24D-247 gent owner Clarke School for the 3ription: 1884-95 Arcnitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features cicip ()aro cin wood shingle Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by NHC Organization Date E. Lonergan March 1980 C Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education X Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1385 -86, 1395 -96 Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Crescent St, was opened in 1886, and derived its name from its path around three sides of Round Hill. The street cut along the middle slopes of the hill and provided fine vistas of the Connecticut River valley. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, This house first appears on the 1895 atlas, and is the pro- perty of Mrs. Ellen Clark. It's 2 and 1/2 stories in height with Sable end to the street. The gabled section projects widely from the two story base and has a bow window in the front, and a gabled dormer capping a two -story bay window on the southern side. The southern corner of the facade also has a two story bay window, and the front porch extends from this bay to the northern corner of the facade. The porch is one- story in height with hipped roof, gabled entrance with sculpted tyn:apnt, spindle frieze, posts and balustrade. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Northampton Directory 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. QRNCA: T- RR Q 'f\ d J 5. Lot size: 2 of T12 T C r .9 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Exterior wall fabric wood- shingles Outbuildings (describe). Other features hipped roof with gables, tgwer, elaborate chimneys; porches with filigree; deep cornice. Altered no Moved no Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 150 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Northampton Historical Date In Area no. 100 feet Form no. 2'4D-2 3`1 Diane Weinstein none Date Date Corral s si n JuR LE V JUN 0 1976 al ot,'r.ci' (if 14, G. Bassett Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Resi den c`P Resi dence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This. late Victorian residence was built for W. G. Bassett, a local attorney, between 1887 and 18380 I t is located on Crescent Street, in an area of large and well landscaped lots, and is surrounded by large trees. The residence is typical of the late Queen Anne in Northam ton, with an assymetrical mass beneath a hipped roof, porches with turned ;:Ooden supports, and corner tower well integrated into the main,,masso Beneath the roofline runs a heavy odillioned cornice hose fretcvprk corresponds to the decorative elements in the porch itself., Crescent Street, first laid out in 1873, was developed primarily in the late eighties and early nineties, at which" time Henshaw Avenue was connected with Crescent® The new street roughly paralle' 1 and Rill Road and Prospect Street which dated from the 18th century. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Atlases of Northampton, 1884, 18950 North.:r ton City Directory, 1887, 1588. Forbes Library. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ent owner William Helene Farrington 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and othe buildings. Indicate north. A E—M 2OuTE 9 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE' USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ;ription: Registry of Deeds, 315.205 ounce Gazette, 3/31/74, 6/23/74 Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features deep bracketed mansard; patterned tiled roofs; central Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Northampton 1874 -75 Second empire J. M. Miner 100 feet C. IXibi e Form no. 21-1 D 2`1 C 1 wood/aluminum siding none Northampton Historical tag mv ED JUN 3 0 1976 MASS. HIST. CCavi.,1. 7. Original owner (if known) J l z Original use Res". dente C Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion` Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication !Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Ja M, Miner (also spelled Minor) came to Northam ton in .1869 from Cleveland and designed a number of buildings in the do;.♦jntowm and residences off Elm Street prior to his depa ::ure in the mid- seventies. Unlike W. F. Pratt, who had an established clientele,. Minor often built on speculation, designing and 'erecting a dwelling and living there until a. buyer was found. This Mansard style on Crescent Street was designed in 1834 and sold to Lucien Dawson in that way. Crescent Street was proposed as part of a plan of "Round dill Estate," which included First, Second, and Third Avenues--now Bancroft and Hillside Roads and Crescent .Street, in 1873. The parcels were built on in the period 1880 ®1930© The Min House was one of the earliest dwellings. 3ui it on lot ;r 15, the house was sold to Dawson in December 1876, The symmetrical design includes a central tower with abbreviated mansard behind which the mass recedes in a series of plan s created by gables and dormers. Decorative effects are rich and for-al as characteristic of the Second Empire style. The tiled mansard is der_tillated and a rich filigreed cornice runs benath the mansard. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Fegis of Deeds, Haiti shire County, 329, 329, 315. 205, 314.430. Hampshire Gazette, 3/31/1374, 6/23/1374, 12/26/1876. FORM B BUILDING 37M-7-77 MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston W. Pomeroy House XV1.aP. rke Lea in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) k..,dtect Exterior wall fabric wood shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date Northampton In Area no. E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 Form no. 20,-252 C 7. Original, owner (if known) William C. Pomeroy Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Crescent St. was laid out in 1886, continuing, the cut Renshaw Ave. had made midway along the slopes of Hound 'ill. The street encircled the hill ending up 'pack on Lim St. By 1695 most of the lots between Su:imer St. and Hound Hill ?.d. had been developed. This two and a half story, L-shaped residence has a half porch on the northern end C the facade. The porch has turned posts, brackets and a balustrade. The house was built in 1887 for William Pomeroy, a foreman for the Norwood Engineering Co. in Florence. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1395 -96. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 31, 1887. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviap. vi •-ivaLva.aag in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date a In Area no. Form no. 2L,D -256 Northampton, less 190 wound Hill Hd. sent use 3 99 sent owner Donald and Martha Simison cription: 188 -95 source hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 2 -story corner toyer with flared, domical roof, 2 Palladian windows, side arcade, granite foundation. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization E. Lonergan dHC March 1980 clapboard Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural y Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This interesting house first appears on the 1395 atlas. The owner and occupant was James Huntington, a reporter fdr the Dail; Hampshire Gazette Crescent St. had been cut along the middle slopes of Round Hill in the raid 13801s and provided fine vistas of the Connecticut River Valley to the east. The street quickly became one o f the most fashionable in the city. The house occupies a prominent corner site and features a two story tower with flaring domical roof at the corner and gambrel roofed ends with Palladia; window on the second floor facing Crescent St. and Round Hill The first 11 d. loop of the Round Hill end contains a recessed porch with arched openings and heavy stone case. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1395 Atlas. °;orth mpton Directory: 1335-36, 1695 -96, 1905 and 1915. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Town ss 135-37 Crescent St. :nt use ;nt owner ription: c. 1895 )urce Atlas iitect Northampton Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 24D -259 residence James and Jeanne clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or. less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NBC Watson 3 S0 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of the first dozen or so houses to be built on Crescent St. west of Round Hill Rd. As early as the 1870's plans were made for the subdivision of Round Hill into building lots. There would be three avenues, First, Second and Third (now known as Crescent, Hillside and Bancroft), wrapping around the western and northern slopes of the hill, whilethe hotel occupied the famed eastern slope with its commanding view. Over one hundred building lots were advertised for sale in an 141 advertisement. However development didn't get started until_. the 1880's. John B. O'Donnell, a prominent Northampton lawyer, later to be mayor, bought the property in the' mid 1880's. Crescent St. was opened in 1886 and quickly became one of the most fashionable places to build in town. This is the earliest double house on the d treet, and features a three story tower with polygonal roof at the eastern end and a two and a half story three sided bay capped by a gable with pent roof at the western end. A central entrance is sheltered by a Tuscan portico, and capped by a three sided bay. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1915. Daily Hampshire Gazette: May 7, 1909, p.8. 3 sa FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings care or geographical features. Atlases Indicate north. Source Style Date ,TvnP 1980 (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area 24DForm no. 261 and 262 1 -3 and 9 -11 Glendale Ave. c Name iginal residQncF resent rPSidPnoe iip:CD Private individual Private organization riginal owner PTION: Public 1 1915 Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings brick Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Recorded by F. T,onergan Setting Organization NNc ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) Each house is two stories•oin height with hipped roof and hipped dormer. Black brick is used for string,courses connecting the windows and lintels on the first and second floors, and for a water table. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1900, 1905, 1915 and 1922. These two duplex houses were built around the turn- of -the- century on a short street north of Round Hill. Daniel Lynch, a mason and builder who lined on Crescent St. just up the hill from here is the probable builder. His own residence is of brick with similar detailing. There's also a four tenement, brick block on this street that Mr. Lynch probably constructe. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date cross streets and other buildings or geographical features.` Indicate north. E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 Style Source Atlases Architect resent Outbuildings Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner Exterior wall fabric Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton 1895 -1915 Area Form no. 24D -263 brick one acre or less c ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases. This block is two stories in height with slate hipped roof and pedirnented dormer. The symmetrical six -bay facade has a central double entrance with two -story porch. Rusticated stone is used for the quoins and continuous belt courses connecting the sills and lintels of the first and second floor windows. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This four tenement block vas built around the turn- of -the- century on a short street off of Prospect St. just north of Round Hill. Daniel Lynch, a mason and builder who lived on Crescent St. just up the hill from here is the probable builder. His own residence is of brick with sinilar detailling. There are also two brick duplex houses'on this street that Mr. Lynch probably con- structed. Cv FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by Organization Date June 1980 cLi E. Lonergan Date Source Atlas and Directories Style Architect D. Lynch mason Exterior wall fabric bric1 Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) enclosed porch- mid 20th century Moved Date Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton c Name esent Area Form no. 24D -265 151 Crescent St. Public iginal owner D. Lynch '-rouse iginal residence 'T ION 1895 -1900 residence .ip:[1 Private individual Private organization Daniel Lynch one acre or less -2 r ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house appears similar in detailing to two brick houses on Glendale Ave., which is located north of this property, down the hill, and all were probably constructed by 1'r, Lynch HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community), This large brick house was built in the latter part of the 1890's by Daniel Lynch, a mason, for his own residence. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 .Atlases. "Iorthampton D ®rectory: 1895 -96, 1900, 1905, 1915 and 19220 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) ie house arrears similar in detailing to two brick houses on Glendale Ave., which is located north of this prooefty, down the hill, and all were probably constructed by I'r. Lynch HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This large brick house was built in the latter part of the 1890's by Daniel Lynch, a mason, for his own residence. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Dmrectory: 1895 -96, 1900, 1905, 1915 and 1922. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston CL VV oice., V1 .,...1 b in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 41 PoYE- (over) sent owner Ernest and Carolyn Booth clapboard and Exterior wall fabric wood shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less Approximate frontage Organization NHC Date March 1980 In Area no. Northampton 24D -286 Date Date Form no. x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E• Lonergan 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of' two almost identical late Victorian houses on Crescent St. built c. 1890. Crescent St. had been laid out in 1886 along the middle slopes of Round Hill through the estate of Round Hill Hotel. The 1895 atlas_ shows this house and lists James Fitzgibbons, and employee of the C.A. Maynard Co., manufacturers of hoes and shovels, as the owner. The house features several varieties of decoratively -cut shingles, a three story tower with pyramidal slate roof and finial, and a front porch with turned posts, fancy brackets and balustrade.. �5� FORM B BUILDING 37-7 -77 MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch'ot ouiiaing locaLiou in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Moved ent use Northampton BSS 136 Crescent St. yer- Curran House ent owner :ription: 190 !]L V Lutect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Organization Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 24D -296 residence Margaret Curran aurce Atlas and Directory D_R. clapboard Altered Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC Date 3 S 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Albert F. Dyer residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1886 Crescent street was laid out through the old orchards and gardens of the Round Hill Hotel property. It encircled Round Hill, midway up its slopes, beginning at the end of Henshaw Ave., which had been laid out in the 1860's, and extended north, west and then south to Elm St., Dev- elopment proceeded north from Henshaw Ave., with the section south of Round Hill Rde substantially complete by 1895.During the first three decades of the 20th century the next two sections, south to Bancroft Rd., and then south to Elm St. were developed. This house first appears on the 1915 Atlas and was occupied by the Curran family, a member of which still owns the property. John and William Curran were Main St. grocers and Frances, Mary and Catherine Curran were listed as clerks. The house is two stories in height with a high hipped roof. A projecting central pavilion breaks up the three bay facade. A pedimented gable projects from the roof, contains a large diamond shaped window in the tympanum, and caps a three sided bay, which in turn rests atop the porch roof. The front porch has a projecting center section to emphasize this pavilion. The porch has Tuscan columns and a simple balustrade. This house originally was built in 1904 for Albert Dyer, and employee of the Kingsbury Box and Paper Co., at a cost of $3000. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915, 1922. Early Northampton, K.S. Smith, (1914) pp 215 -231. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 31, 1904. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date LVt. cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Source Style NHC E. Lonergan March 1980 Architect -esent Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton 102 Bancroft Rd. Area Form no. 24D -308 Name M. Billings House residence residence lip: Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner Approx. acreage 1922 -30 T)i rartnrias Georgian Revival K. Putnam Moved Date Mary H. Billings clapboard Major alterations (with dates) one acre or less 3c L; ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other b..ildings within community) The house is 2 and 1/2 stdries high with slate ridge roof and symmetrical five -bay facade. The second floor windows are tight under the eaves and have eight over twelve sashes, while those on the first floor have heavy cornices and twelve over twelve sashes. The central entrance has sidelights and is covered by a gabled portico. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) The house was built diring the mid 1920's for Mary Billings from designs of Karl Putnam. Mr. Putnam was Northampton's most prominent architect of the first half of the 20th century and specialized in Colonial architecture. His designs of the 1920's and 1930's bear interesting contrast to the freer "Colonial Re- vival" of the turn of the century, as popularized locally by Mr. Putnam's father, Roswell F. Putnam. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1915 Atlas. Northampton Directory: 1922 and 1930. Smith College Archives: Karl S. Putnam folder. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS TTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston lvld.ji. iJl a in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date Northampton ess 76 Bancroft Rd. e :ent use In Area no. ;ription: residence ;ent owner Alvertus and Drucilla 1915 ourceAtlases Directory hitect Exterior wall fabric wood shingles 2nd clapboard- 1st floor Outbuildings (describe) Other features hipped roof, projecting cornice with brackets on wide friezeboard. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Form no. 24D -311 Morse 3S 7 Original owner (if known) Original use residential Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Ffistorical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Bancroft Ave. (originally known as Third Ave.) was laid out in its present form in 1885. A road somewhat similar in orientation had existed since the early 19th century but was probably much gentler in slope. Development was slow on the street and the 1915 only show three houses on the upper portions of the street, east of Crescent St. This house doesn't appear on that atlas, but is listed in the 1922 directory. The owner was Richard Rice, a professor of English language and Literatire at Smith College. The house is 2 stories high with hipped roof and widely projecting; eaves supported by large brackets. The front entrance is located right of center on the four -bay facade, and is covered by a flat roofed portico with double Tuscan columns. On the eastern side of the house is a two -stoey projection with hipped roof and an entrance and portico similar to the one on the facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1395 and 1915 Atlases. :crtharpton Directory: 1915 and 1922. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 l"at 'Jca cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 Style Source Architect Setting Northampton 98 Bancroft Rd. is Name riginal resent riginal owner :PTION: 1922 -30 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Public (Staple additional sheets here) Major alterations (with dates) Approx. acreage Area Form no. 24D -313 Directories residence residence hip:DPrivate individual Private organization stucco Moved Date one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The plain surfaces, window treatment, asymmetrical massing and gabled projections with one long side are taken from English architecture of the turn of- the century period, known generally as Arts and Crafts, which in turn was a revival or earlier vernacular practices. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This house was built during the 1920's in the fashionable Round Hill neighborhood. This glacial drumlin had played an important part in Northampton's 19th century history and only became sub divided for residential development in the 20th century. The first known occupant of this house was Wison Mooy, a professor of Music at Smith College. BIBLIOGRAPHY and/or REFERENCES 1915 Atlas. Northampton Directory: 1922 and 1930. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1JraW SKeLCll U1' OUIJA-U[16 1VC 1L1U11 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 4e. (over) 5. Lot size Northampton :ss 83 Bancroft Rd. Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features enclosed Altered 2nd floor porchDate mid 20th c. Moved Date One acre or less Approximate frontage Organization In Area no. Date March 1980 residence c. 1895 x 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC Form no. 24D 314 Deaf Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street Clarke School for the 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development John B. O'Donnell residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Conservation Recreation Education Re ligion X Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house and 66 Bancroft Rd. were the only two houses to appear on the upper part of the street on the 1895 atlas. John O'Donnell had bought the northern part of Round Hill in the mid 1880's and slowly developed the property over the next forty years. He served as mayor of Northampton during the early 1890's, main- s tained a carreer es a lawyer, and was appointed a judge for the District Court late in life. The 1895 atlas shows him owning this house, but he lived across the street at no. 66. The house features decoratively -cut shingles on the front and gables as well as on the two front bow windows and the two -story bay window on the northern side. A small porch with hipped gable roof, posts and turned balustrade crowns the side bay window, and a similar porch is perched atop the facade's second story bow window. A large, one -story porch with flat roof, turned posts and fan brackets, turned balustrade and lattice base extends across the facade and halfway along the southern side. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96, 1900, 1905, 1915, 1)22 and 1930. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 f. flap. nraw sKeten 01 oullaing Location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 1\I (over) °ess A. Locke House Sent use residence Sent owner Iiiichael and Gail Perlman �ription: 1916 -22 ource Ar cnitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date Iti Area no. Form no. 24.1)- 316 Northampton 96 Pound Hill Pd. Narch 1980 E. Lonergan NT-IC SAC 7. Original owner (if known) Arthur and Margaret Locke Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large house was built around 1920 for Arthur and Margaret Locke. Mr. Locke was a professor of Music at Smith College. Round. Hill, north of Clark School, was opened up for residential development around 1900 and features many examples of "Colonial Revival" architecture. The hill provided fine vistas of the Connecticut River Valley and was a much sought after address. The house is two stories in height with ridge roof and three pedimented dormers. The symmetrical five -bay facade has a central entrance with fan- light and sidelights. This entrance is covered by a portico of the Roman Doric order. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk.727 -P. 419. Northampton Directory: 1915 and 1922. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant other buildings. Indicate north. C L- ELM 5T (Rnul `9 (over) Tipton: 5. Lot size: Northampton ess 95 Round Hill Road Outbuildings (describe) Approximate frontage Organization Date In Area no. Minshall House ent use Residence .ent owner Clarke School 1898 -99 Gazette, 12/1,7/1898; ounce Northampton ty. Directory Shingle.," 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location ircnitect R. F. Putnam in relation to nearest cross streets and Exterior wall fabric wood shingles Other features asymmetrical mass; gable with half- timbering and leaded pane windows; entrance portico Altered no Date Moved n Date Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e none Form no. 2 Northampton Historical Commission Jun JUN 3•0 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. (if OI•igifud Uso i sna1.1_ deuce Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Re i dence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Roswell F. Putnam, Northampton® s leading architect in the later nineteenth century designed this residence for a local physician, Dr. Minshall. The Gazette described the house as to semi-timbered style with stained clapboards and shingles." The design is typical of shingle styles which incorporated allusions to the English Queen Anne like the prominent chirr ►eys, dial -end pane windows, and timber framing in the gable and entrance. The lower story is clapboarded while the upper is covered with shall rectangular shingles which flare slightly to overhang the lower story. The main gable is balanced by a prominent chimney and a hooded dormer. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early naps, etc.) Hara) shire Gazette 12/17/1898° Northampton City D irectory, 1898, 1899. Forbes Library© *36 37 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston a.W anc i:u vi ,mai uaia6 ay.. a.c�..... in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) •ess 87 Round Hill Rd. e C. Gard ner House ;ent use residence lent owner Richard and Isabel Holden ;ription: ource Atlases a_ hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Date Northampton Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 1884 -95 6. Recorded by r;. Lonergan Organization In Area no. 24?-3 1 9 P11-1C !arch 1980 3(a, Form no. Original owner (if known) Dr. Clarence. R. Gardner Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Round Hill, north of the Clark School, was first opened for residential development in the early 1870's. This project proved a failure and the property was bought by John B. O'Donnell in the mid 1880's. He felt that "the V.11 was by nature the handsomest and most desirable building spot in America and only sold substantial lots for residences. By the turn of the century this had become one of the most exclusive residential areas of the city, a position it has maintained to this day. This house first appears on the 1895 atlas as the residence of Dr. Clarence Gardner, and oculist and aurist. It is 2 and 1/2 stories in height and features a two -story tower with tent roof at the southeast corner and a small entry porch with spindle frieze and turned posts. Fish -scale shingles are used as beltcourses and decroative panels. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884, 1895, 1915 Atlases. :Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. "Round Hill, Its History and Romance Early Northampton 1914, pp. 215 -231. Daily Hampshire Gazette May 7, 1909. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston less_ bo Round Hill nd. Le sent use a� „hitect Swan House residence ource `peg. of Deeds and Directory S.D.R ivla[J. L[ u vv o cw�c.0 yr vurauaub avv.....avu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. fl 4 L�► (over) Date Northampton In Area no. Form no. 2L1.D-320 sent owner Clarke School for the Deaf 2ription: 1909 Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Lonergan Organization A'HC Marph 19A0 30 3 Original owner (if known) Ysabel Swan Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk.4r2 P. 135. Northampton Directory: 191 -1917. Daily Hampshire Gazette May 7, 1909, p. 8. Springfield Daily Republican Jan 3, 1910. Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in 1909 for Ysabel Swan of Chicago at a cost of $10,000. Round Hill, north of Clark School, was opened for residential dev- elopment around the turn of the century andquickly became on of the most exclusive sections in the city. The hill provided sweeping views of the Connecticut Rive' Valley and its surrounding hille, and had been the site of Round Hill Hotel, Northampton's premier tourist attraction of the mid 19th ceetury. The house is two stories in height with slate gambrel roof and pedimented dormers flanlAing a central gabled dormer with Palladian window. The symmetrical, five -bay facade has a central entrance with sidelights. This entrance is covered by a hipped roof porch with Tuscan columns and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, `3L ource Reg. of Deeds Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (descrige) garage Other features 15 Swan Street Bungalow 37M -7 -77 c B BUILDING SSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION fice of the Secretary, State House, Boston IN LL Q W: in relation tp nearest cross streets and other buildings. 'Indicate north. o °d (over) Tess 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no 1 Form no. Northampton 1900-1915 25A -55 sent ownerSusan T. Murray Hollingp 470 tt i 2ription: 1 -story front porch with 4 tapered posts and, high base of dry laid rubble, hipped dormers Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Ems. Lonergan NHC February 1980 3LW Original owner (ifknown) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates sidence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This 1 story house w.o built around the turn of the century o- one of the lots of John W. Hubbard's subdivision. J.W. Hubbard filed hi original plan in 1891® This was for Hubbard Ave. and Crosby St. In 1900 the plan was amended after only one house had been built, in- clude Mardhall and Swan Streets. Hubbard lived at 392 Bridge St., be- tween Hubbard Ave. and Maroh11 St© and did market gardening on the land that eventually wa: subdivided© The house .is a simple cube with hipped roof pierced by hipped d Its major feature is the full-length, one story porch with hipped ro Tapered post are supported by a high base f dry-laid, rubble masonry. The foundation of the house is of the same material. toc\ 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 At lase Northampton Directory: 1895-96 Registry of Deeds: Bk. 439-P0390 391, 535-110 111 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. t4.x'Cn.>c6 O A (:CNAlEr c_ 'vT Rw"i2_ P o t,S PrQ 111Ytr S T4-0 k 5M- 2- 75- R061465 Gi DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ent use ription: )urce Architect Northampton ess 390 Bridge Street Btriagielaw Biinga1 ow Unknown Outbuildings (describe) Altered no Moved no 5. Lot size: In Area no, Form no. 25A- Gl RP Si dense ent owner JnSPph RPlz 1911 according to owners 1915 -1920 Registry of Deeds 669.145 Exterior wall fabric stucco over Other features 1 story wldormers; single chimney rising from center of hipped roof; porch w /stone foundation; One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 56 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e none Date Date MAY 5 1976 MASS. HIST. C^"! Organization Northampton Historical Commi ssion Date O cto be d N C 7. Original U1,•fier (if hnuwu) i': l:i Lilo To ;i Or Original use .t:ii;l_ t_'C :ace Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. 'Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development nc'• dente Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes ehcched above) This bungalow was built on 3ridge Street after 1910, probably about 1920. In 1911 ire Tessier purchased the tract for $..800; buildings are ::lent :?.o.ned but 1 <ou1d not h..ave lr.clu(.eta the bungalow. An earlier (1900) S iO' „S the Sl.l CI.V?_sJ.on on 1i')per 3ridge Street. Acco'iding to t h ,)rese'.lt ocl;'rs, the 1. iri: J l.ow was built: in 1911 by l•ir. Tessier_, C:bo ;:aS a �;?l)inet r and did both the interiors and exterior. The T g, shi_ng features 1'Lhe ulii),j?l.OF1 incorporates r of ti1�? ]_St]_.�.�11.� o of the style: it is a single full story in height, with low dormers projecting from a hipped roof. I clut:i,:d beneath the sweep of the roof is. a generous front porch whose foundation is the fieldstone often used for chimneys in these casual residences. Columns supporting the porch roof are trapezoidal and Egyptian in feelinz. The exterior wall surface is stuccoed; small stones are used in the foundation as in the porc'h The projecting eaves reveal framing' and elaborate on the variety of materials revealed in the design. Interiors are fi ni shed in dark cod; cola *:ins in the living area echo those on the -torch. A garage incorporated into the original desi?n is located in the rear. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early reaps, etc.) 535.110-111. Registry of Deeds, Ha:n)shi_re County, 997,316, 669.145 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Q� `2e N (over) In Area no. Form no. 25A -64 n Northampton i iap. Draw sxetcn 01 out luirlg iuce:iiuti in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. 4ndi; ate north. F. Clark House ;ent use residence �ription: ource Reg. of Deeds Atlas tirehitect 396 Bridge Street 1900 -1915 Outbuildings (describe) Other features closely spaced brackets under the cornice, triangular dor- mers, side oriel and front porch Altered sided Date m i s 7 7Oth C. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Asbestos shakes Date February 1980 310 tc Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large, 21 story house was built in the early 20th century on one of J.W. Hubbard °s subdivision lots. Hubbard had opened up his home- stead to residential development in 1891, and this was one of the few lots available that was directly on Bridge St. Most of the other lots .were located on the newly created Hubbard Ave0, and Marshall, Swan and Crosby Stag A pyramidal roof pierced by triangular dormers caps the two -story cubic masse Small, closely spaced brackets are used to great effect unor the dormers, the cornice, the roof of the side oriel, and the cornice of the front porch. The front porch also has a balustrade composed of simple 2qua balusters atop a dia •nd =pattern section of smaller, square sticks. Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Ha ttie Fla Cl residenc p. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bke535mpa110 111, 527125, 519337, 439 °390 391 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to cross streets and other buildings: Indicate north. liiteat Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) 37M -7 -77 (over) n Date cription: In Area no. Form no. 25A -65 1891 -95 .ource Reg. of Deeds Atlas Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Em Lonerqan Organization NHC February 1980 sent owner Scott Cadwallader Paula Martin story front porch with turned posts and decorative brackets, decorative shingles in gable, 1 story side bay Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This 21/2 story, late 19th century house was built on two lots of J.W. Hubbard's subdivi4ion0 Hubbard was a market gardener who lived on Bridge St. In 1891 he filed a plan to subdivide most of his homestead into residential lots. In 1900 the plan was modified by adding a cross street. Tothy subdivision encompasses Hubbard Ave., and Marshall Swan and Crosby Sts. The house at 50 Hubbard Ave. was the first to be constructed in the subdivision, and occupies a commanding site on a corner lot uphir from most of the rest of the subdivision. The house is a simple 21/2 story, gab/ed-roof structure, made interest- ing by two patterns of cut shingle in the front gable; a full-length, one- story front porch with turned posts and baluster plu decorative brackets; and a one-story side bay. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.439-P0390 391, 535-110 111 36 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston _gx in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north., r1 Q 37M -7 -77 4 (over) 1. Town Northampton cription: 1900 -1915 Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 25A -71 sent owner Joseph Geraldine_ Pack ard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Palladian window in gable,( 1 story front porch with turned posts and decorative brackets, small cut— away 2nd floor porch Altered rear addition Date mid 20th C. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC February 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large, 21 stogy house was built early in the 20th century on a lot in J.W. Hubbard °s subdivision. This subdivision was located north of Bridge St. and includes the present day Hubbard Ave. and Marshall, Swan and Crosby Streets. The plan was first filed in 1891, but was amended in 1900® 8y 7 houses had been constructed, with 5 of them being on Today the subdivision is complete. John W. Hubbard lived Hubbard Ave. on Bridge St. and his homestead included all of the land subsequently subdivided. The 21 story, hipped Lion as well as a side 21 roof block has a front, 21 story gabled projec story gabled projection. The front projection has cutaways on the first floor, a cut -away porch with semi-elliptical openings and a Palladian window in the gable. A one-story, flat roof porch connects the projection to the main bl ck of the house© The porches have turned posts and simple balusters, with the first floor porch decorated with brackets early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Registry of D3eds: Bk.439 -P.390 391, 535-110 111 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton In Area no. Bess 354 Bridge St. Clark House residence Sent owner Walter and Joan Carter ;ription: c. 1830 Map and Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard. Outbuildings. (describe) Other features pedimented gable with round- headed 2 x 2 window within, entry porch with boxed cornice. Altered Porch added Date late 19th c. Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan Mty 1980 NHC Date Form no. 25A -95 7. Original owner (if known) Clark family Original use residehce Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This early 19th century dwelling is located on Bridge St© about a mile east of the center of town on the way to the Connecticut River bridge. The available 19th century maps and atlases show this house belonging to Edwin Clark, a farmer. The Clark family was a prominent, early Northampton family. The house is two -and -a ®half stories in height with gable end to the street. The gable is pedimented and has a round-headed, 2 over 2 window within. A small portico with square posts on ped- estals and a balustrade frames the front entrance. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) o. 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 186061, 1873 ®74, 1895 °96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets other buildings. Indicate north. .ess ;ent use residence Sent owner Earle and Kenneth Parsons ;ription: In Area no. Form no. 25A -100 Northampton 15 Sherman Ave. C.S.cParsons House 1900 -05 ource Reg. of Deeds and Directory 1 hitect Exterior wall fabricclapboard and wood Outbuildings (describe) Other features several barns shingle a 1 27 37M -7 -77 Altered Moved (over) 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date May 1980 E. Lonergan NHC Date 37c 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Clayton S. Parsons residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large, turn of the century, farmhouse was built for Clayton S. Parsons. In 1900 Charles E. Stevens, a local realtor, filed a subdivision plan for Sherman St., which was to run from Bridge St. to Crosby St. Mr. Parsons, the former owner of this land had lived at 344 Bridge St., and after the street was laid out kept a large part of the land on the eastern side of the street. The house has a one -story clapboard base with a steeply pitched gable roof set on top. The sides of the gable are shingled. A large pedi- mented dormer with oculus and double sash window projects from the 'slate roof. The dormer is set over the central bay of the three.bay facade. A one -story porch extends across the facade of the house. This is composed of square piers and balustrade, and is capped by a molded cornice. The gable roof of the porch is a continuation of the main gable roof at a different pitch. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 and 1917. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect unknown in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric wood i TI'TL 5 T 1TST —MPcJ Pry ven�u Yi e4 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. bracketed overhang; bays and porches Altered addition, rear Date GoTN IC Moved no Date C]` 5. Lot size: r I Less than one acre x Over one acre W 't\ Approximate frontage 120 feet a Approximate distance of building from street 30 ,feet (over) ription: In Area no. Form no. Northampton ess 344 Bridge Street eat use Residence ent owner Constance Kurkul co 1865 Registry of Deeds, 220.259; ource General style Italianate /Bracketed Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 2 stori es; flat roof with ornate chimneys and deep 6. Recorded by C. Dubie MAY 5 1976 Organization Northampton Historical Commi ssion Date Ap ri x L t E MASS. HIST. CCMM. 7. Original owner (if i.Pc��n) v n Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Thu;ines (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication iviilitary Community development Political _E oai. dance Residence Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This bracketed residence was built on upper Bridge Street around 1865. The parcel was known as the Alpheus Lyman homestead in an 1864 deed to the Graves family. The dwelling house, although not specifically mentioned, was probably erected shortly before or after this transfer. The house plan is an L shape with two interior chimneys and flat roof supported by decorative brackets. Ventillator screens in the cornice are also used as decorative elements. Hexagonal bays appear in the south and east facades. 37 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 1203.412, 861067, 756.59, 690, 135, 676,453, 666. 101, 417. 137, 406.449, 220.259. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Name Present use Description: tyle Go thi c Architect. Wm. F. Brat Exterior wall fabric clapboards Outbuildings (describe) none Other features arched window in front gable; dormers and bays; bracketed porch. Date 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets'and other buildings. Indicate north. MHC Photo no. 5M-2-75-R061465 O_ NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) Town Northampton vAri Altered addi Moved no 5. Lot size: One acre or less 337 33`I 51Z���� JUN 4 195 6. Recorded by Approximate frontage as ',/Sr. CO Com Organization 'WI/4 Date Approximate distance of building from street s 30 feet Over one acre May 1, 1975 Date 100 teet Helen Sadlowsld. Emmy C. Clausing, C. Dubie n Northampton Historical 7. Original owner (if known) m ses Bl weli„1.81 Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This clapboarded cottage was built in 1881 for Moses Elwell. The firm of Wm. 0 Pratt and Son furnished the plans. The steep gable and pointed windows in the facade are Gothic in character, but more straightforward and less picturesque than the 1861 Pratt cottage to the south. (337 Bridge Street)© Dormers in the north and south slopes of the roof and bay windows in the south and west facades add to the interior space,(if not to the coherence of the exterior) of the cottage. Various additions have occured on the south facade of the structure. The house lot once consisted of five acres. Three acres of the original lot were sold when Interstate Route 91 was constructed© The proximity of I ®91 to this end of Bridge Street may still affect the houses close to it; note on map that there are only two houses between 1.91 and the Bridge Street cottages (351 and 3370) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hampshire County Registry of Deeds: 9070219, 4580305,2630258, 87010 Daily Hampshire Gazette, July 26, 18810 X77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPAC USGS Quadrant HC Photo no. 4. Map. Draw wa� VA. in relation relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 gold E "2/ 33"7 331 37-3 D (ove 5. Lot size: In Area no. Form no. Northampton ss 337 339 Bridge Street Alvah Littlefield Cottage :nt use Residence ant owner Joseph Bohnak ription: 1859 Daily Hampshire Gazette )urce March 8, 1859 Gothic Revival Cottage iitect Wm, F. Pratt wood- vertical board Exterior wall fabric si ding Outbuildings (describe) none Other features symmetrical facade; 2 ornate chimneys; gable with ginger- bread trim and variously shaped windows Altered no Date Moved no Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet 6. Recorded by C., Dubie Organization Northampton Hi stori cal ,Commi ssion °Date June 1, 1975 373 7. Original owner (if known) A van Littlefield of Boston Original use Summer residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 373 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion ,'1 Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The second, and most ornate, of a group of three picturesque Gothic cottages on Bridge Street, this residence was built between 1859 and 1868. With the exception of a later dormer, the west (front) facade is perfectly symmetrical. Wooden cornices cover three large rectangular windows; a pair of pointed windows appear in the central gable. A single complex window covered with a heavy wooden molding and "dripstonesB appears in the south facade. Exterior wall surfaces are covered with vertical board siding. The cottage is probably the cottage described in the Daily Hampshire Gazette, March 29,1B59: "Dr. A. Littlefield of Doston is building a beautiful summer residence on Bridge Street, near Mr. Humphrey ®s, after a plan drawn by Mr. Pratt." Littlefield purchased 10 acres of land ($3,000) from J N. Humphreys in 1859; he sold that tract to Wm Hill in 1864 for $9,000. It appears that the single cottage was on the land at that time. Hill sold the 10 'acres in two parcels —one of a single acre to Winthrop Hillyer for $6,000(337-339) and one of 8 or nine acres to So Ro Boies for $7,000 (323). The more modest cottage at 323 Bridge Street was probab ly erected by Hill, 1864 ®1868, but this is impossible to prove. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, March 29, 18590 Registry of Deeds, Hampshire ounty, 1840143, 223.61, 2540265, 380 ©121, 382.453, 448.89, 4490161, 511.85, 705.529, 728.38, 775,242, 7830239, 1543 ©651. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston DO NOT WRITE. IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 5. Lot size: ss iption: 01-D PE►tRY Rl�. (over) JUN 41975 s_ s "S T ce In Area no. Form no. ZS A-110 Northampton 323 Bridge Street :nt use Residence nt owner Eleanor Kocot 1860 -1868 Registry of Deeds 184.143, irce 223.61, 254.275 Altered addition Cottage 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect unknown in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric woo den shingle si ding Outbuildings (describe) none Other features Jerkin headed roof; asymmetrical massing; paired pointed windows N W; later corner porch Moved no Date 3z, Approximate frontage 100 feet. 20 feet 6. Recorded by C.. Dubie Date 20th cen. One acre or less Over one acre x Approximate distance of building from street 0 0 Organization Northampton Historical �3 e 1, 1975 Original owner (if known) tJi 11i Original use Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9 Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small Gothic cottage is one of three cottages on the easterly side of Bridge Street. Alvah Littlefield of Boston purchased a large tract of land =10 acres -in 1859 and erected on it a cottage designed by Wm. F. Pratt. Littlefield sold the entire tract to William Hill of Northampton for $9,000 in 1864; Hill disposed of the tract in two parcels, one sold to Winthrop Hillyer on -.8August 13, 1868 and one sold to Susan R. Boies on August 14, 1868. The parcels sold for 6 and $70)00 respectively. The Hillyer ($6,000) parcel was about 1 acre and this researcher assumes that the elaborate cottage 'a A. J. Downing on the. smaller tract was the Pratt cottage. The Boies ($7,000) parcel contained 9 acres, o w /buildings It is therefore probable that Hill had the southerly cottage built. The third, most northerly cottage was built in 1880 =81 for Moses Elwell; it was also designed by Wm. F. Pratt. The three cottages demonstrate various manifestations of cottage architecture in the mid-later nineteenth century. The most southerly of the cottages derives its picturesque charicteristics from its asymmetrical massing, paired arched windows, and the deep shadows cast on the facade by the overhang of the roof. The middle cottage is '.balanced and symmetrical in its massing; the picturesque effect is achieved thru the use of gables and applied decoration -board and batten siding and gingerbread. The northerly cottage is clapboarded and elaborated with dormers and bays. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 184.143, 223.61, 254.265, 254.275, 276 367, 494.275, 584 ©349, 626.357. 1873 Atlas of Northampton; 1884 Atlas of Northampton. ;7'f 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. neap. ',raw 7ncc� a vi in relation to nearest cross streets and other. buildings. _Indicate north. hitect Exterior 'Wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) V (over) .ess 1-7 Glenwood Avenue sent use sent owner Stephen Cahillane Charles Kellogg cription: Other features brownstone 1 -story front porch with decorative brackets brick watertable, string course and corbelled cornice Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 25A -136 Northampton 1895 -1915 E._ Lonergan NHC February 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use residential Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Northampton is primarily city of one-family and t family frame houses. This two- st «ry four family apartment block was built around the turn of the century. Charles Cr uch a local contractor and builder, had filed a subdivision plan in 1898© This plan way for lots on both sides of a new street, called Glenwood Ave., off of Bridge St® Glenwood Ave. was opened through the old Bridge Ste homestead of Mrs© Charles Lyme. The block is notable for its decorative qualities, which are primarily executed in brick. These include a watertable continuous string course between first and second floor recessed panels ab•ve the second floor windows snd a corbelled cornice with frieze® A 2 °story 3 sided bey is on the side of the block along with a 2-story porch. A one story porch with decorative brackets graces the front. Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Registry of Deedao 8k0 512 P. 150 151 Northampton Directory: 1895 =96 Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 39 Day Avenue le A. Dauphinais House sent use residence sent owner Arthur Mary Smith :cription: 1888 -95 "Source Reg. of Deeds Atlas le .hitect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard 37n-7-77 Q (over) ress Northampton Outbuildings (describe) In Area no. Form no. 2 5A-140 Other features decoratively cut 'shingles in gables, one -story bay on facade, wrap around porch with turned posts, decorative brackets and a balustrade of ornate cut -outs Altered` Date Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date February 1980 3 L- 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development delard Daunhinais residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion X Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This 21/2 story, L-shaped house was constructed in the late 18 s. Myr.n Day a Northampton farmer purchased the homestead of James W. Clark on Bridge Street. In 1886 he filed a subdivision plan for lots off of a new street to be called Beacon. The name was changed to D a y Ave. to avoid confusi.n with :-acon St0 in the Florence tecti..n of Northmpton. In 1888 Day sold Adelard Dauphinaie 3 lots on the north side of the street for P700. Dauphin- is s a carpenter and probably r.uilt all three houses reservi this house for himself. His son, Adelard Jr., glo a carpenter, occupied another house on Day Ave. (no025 in 1895), and Wilfred Dauphinais, a cr- pente; of unknown relation to Adelard, occupied still mother house on the nogtb of Day Ave. (ao.17 in 1895). Alternating short d lo g shingle crate a dec.rative effect in the gable., while the wrap-;round porch is enlivened by turned posts, fancy br ckets and balustrade com sad of n ornate cut-out pattern. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk0419-P0394, 405-51 orthampton Directory: 1895-96 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Y. 13 LJLC W. one ..:ruuuat 6 a...v...oa....a in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. O (over) DriV 1 Northampton .ess 54 -56 Day Ave. e ;ent use residence ;ent owner Leon and Adeline Murray :ription: ource aa�. alitect In Area no. Form no. 25A -161 1895- 1915 Atlases Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC May 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation This large, clapboard house was built early in the twntieth century on a short street laid out for subdivision by Myron Day in ,1886. The house is two and a half stories in height,awith gable end to the street and a large gabled projection on the.southern side. The one -story front ,porch has a hipped roof, sqare posts, cutout brackets and balustrade with closely spaced, sqare balusters. The side porch is similar except for th addition of a balustrade on top of the roof. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) ?7 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary statp. Hnii nnptran 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect unknown in relation to nearest cross streets and other buil ngs. Indicate north. v DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant k I Vse (over) k.- 1 .ess Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features 11/2 stories; ridge roof 2 interior chimneys; transom over entrance Altered no Date Moved 5. Lot size: Less than one acre No Damon Road Approximate frontage wood no Date x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by 30 feet C Dubi e Organization Northampton Historical Date AjIJ C19, MAY 5 197 6 MASS. HIST. COMM. 1. mil owner (if hnown) Ori inal use residence-Homestead? Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residen 8. 'Themes (check as many as applicable) ATibi iginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political tin ct;oc.ril �ijot _i'c: se,`irehed Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) An early. dwelling in Northampton, now located on Damon Road, this structure faces south toward Bridge Street and is located near the Coolidge Bridge which spans the Connecticut Rivera The dwelling is 12 stories in height, with ridge roof and a single central entrance spanned by a transom® A pair of chimneys are present in the steeply pitched roof. Bridge Street originally led from the town center to a ferry crossing of the Connecticut River; in the 19th century the first bridges.were built and the highway was named. To the north off Damon Road the terminus of the Northampton-New Haven Canal was constructed in the early 19th century; this section of Northampton was thus important for transportation and communication with other valley communities. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north.` FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Organization NHC Date Recorded by E. Lonergan June 1980 Date early 20th Style Source Atlas and visual evidence Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings f Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Setting No rt ha mp to n s 67 Riverbank Rd. is Name riginal residence resent residence hip: lPrivate individual Private organization riginal owner :PTION: Public (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 25B -68 clapboard 1 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) •v This house is 2 stories in height with slate hipped roof, and a hipped dormer with double window on the front slope. A one -story porch with hipped roof, and turned posts with brakcets covers the facade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state'history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Riverbank Rd. was origianlly known as Meadow St, and ran through the meadows connecting Bridge St. to the Hockanum Ferry Rd. The meadows were extensively farmed but were not used for homesteading during most of the 19th century. Around the turn of the century the land on the south side of the section of Meadow St. that paralleled the Connecticut River was sibdivided for residential lots. According to the 1922 directory most of the houses that were built were occupied by Polish farmers. The Poles first came to this area in any numbers in the 1890's; these were mostly male, and worked as contract laborers on the farms until they had saved enough money to bring over their women and children. They remained as tenant farmers until they could purchase the land, and; as a group, did so well, 00 that by th e Second World War over four fifths of the farms in the township of Northampton were owned by these Poles or their descendants." 11, C BIBLIOGR_ &PHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 Atlas. Northampton Dlrectory: 1922. "Immigration to Northampton" The Northampton Book 1954 pp. 331 -337. ��9 37M-7--77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviap. 1JUUW KCLeII V1 UUtIUILL twa:�tvta in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ess £1 iitect In Area no'. Form no. 25C -2 Northampton 118 North St. A. Munyan House ent use residence ent owner Richard and Barbara Grant ription: )urce 1892 -95 Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Queen Anne Exterior wall fabric asbestosshakes Outbuildings (describe) Other features 3S Altered sided Date mid 20th C. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan_ Organization NHC April 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Aubrey B. Munyan Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes the ked above) This large Queen Anne styled residence was built for Aubrey Munyan, an engineer with the Boston and Maine Railroad. In 1892 Mr. Munyan bought this lot from Edward Strong. Mr. Storng was a former and awned a Large homestead west of here on North St. During the late Z880's he began sellong lots along the northern side of the street for residential development. By 1895 five houses had been con structed, including this one. This Mouse is two stories in height with gable end to the street, and is replete with much of the decorative trim of the Queen Anne style, including bay windows, corner tower and ornate porches. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 446 -P. 445, 33Z -264. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston E. Spofford House residence in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ;ss 124 North St ent use ent owner Jack Speyer et al ription: )urce Reg. of Deeds and Directory iitect 1891 -93 In Area no. Northampton Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Form no. 25C -4 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 3y1 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Edward H. Spofford Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of five houses built between Z887 and Z895 on the north side of North St. Edward Strong, the owner of a large homestead on the street, began selling North St. frontage for residential development in Z887. In 1891 Edward Spofford., an engineer for the Boston and Maine Railroad, bought this lot. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and Z895 Atlases. Reigstry of Deeds: Bk. 444 -P. 332 Northampton Directory: 1893 -94. The house is 2 stories tall with slate pyramidal roof and a 24 story gabled projection on the facade and on the western side. The gables are both covered with fish -scale shingles and the one on the facade has an oculus. A one -story porch coverP the two -bay facade and is composed of a hipped roof,projecting pedimented entrance, slender turned posts and a patterned balustrade. 3V 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston UL'ciw JnGl.l ll vi uuiauatab in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Other features Approximate frontage Organization NHC Date Apr i1 1980 In Area no. Form no, 25C -5 ess 128 North St. C. Kinney House ent use residence Durce R eg. .zitect Northampton f De ds and Atlas_ sided and Altered porch change Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre 75' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan 381 7. Original owner (if known) Charles W. Kinney Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 420 -P. 37. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. This is one of five houses built around Z890 on the north side of North St, Edward Strong, a farmer who owned a Large homestead on this street sold these lots for residential development between 1887 and Z895. In 1888 Charles Kinney, co- proprietor of the Hampshire Marble Co. bought this lot.. This house appears on the Z895 atlas, and bears a resemblance in its front gable detail to several other houses in Northampton. All of these were most likely designed by Charles Jones, a prominent local architect of the turn -fo the century period. J The house is two stories in height with hipped roof and 23 story gabled pro- jections on the facade and eastern sides. The front gable has a projecting band of four windows with a projecting cornice and large ornamental brackets. A large one story porch with pedimented entrance and ends covers the facade, while a small balcony is located on the second floor. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7 -77 ivi J. L1 c1 W' .Inc vv aav� ti in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 4 (over) Date ess e ,ent use In Area no. Form no. 25C -6 Northampton 134 North St. A. Kingsbury House residence gent owner Thomas and `Mary Dowling ;ription: 1887 -95 ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas hitect clapboard and Exterior wall fabric wood shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC April 1980 carriage house 75' 38 3 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 414 -P. 123. Daily Hampshire Gazette Nov. 2Z, 1922. Arthur L and Alice B. Kingsbury Conservation Recreation Education Religion X Exploration/ Science settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, This large late 18th cnetury residence was built for Arthus Kingsbury, the owner of the Kingsbury Box and Printing Co. on North St. In 1887 Mr.and Mrs. Kingsbury bought this lot from Edward Strong. Mr. Strong was a farmer and owned a large homestead on North St. During the 1880's he began selling lots along the northern side of the street for residential development. By 1895 five houses had been constructed, including this one. The house features a large tower with flaring pyramidal roof which rises from the front slope of the ridge roof at the eastern corner. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0 Du 20M- 5-73-075074 NO R T F} ,i g"r cl.0oC7r- S ratET c- M`g-; 0 I D Cr E .TTt EF'r DO NOT WRITE' IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 0 EIVED over) MASS. 't ,aST. COMM, ription: Altered 5. Lot size: One acre or less In Area no. Form no. 25 c 9 Northampton ess 154 North Street Isaac Bates House ent use Re si denti /Ap artment s ent owner RnbPrt Colby 1799 -1807 Registry of Deeds, Jurce 14.487, 25.586 Federal Unknown Exterior wall fabric asphalt shingles Outbuildings (describe) none Other features hipped roof; pedimented pavillion with Palladian window in 2nd story; fine roof and window cornices porches added Date Moved yes -from Bri dgeate Street Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie x Over one acre June 1, 1975 100 feet Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) .Tn s ph Lyman RPsi r1Pnrp Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political 1111111 !7 W Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This delicately detailed residence first stood on Bridge Street and was moved about 1848 by J. S. Lathrop. Martha Bates, widow of Senator Isaac Bates, sold the property to J. S. Lathrop in March of that year for $4000. On the two arces on Bridge Street J. S. Lathrop soon built the residence still standing known as the Lathrop Butler House. Although known as the Isaac Bates House, the residence relocated on North Street was apparently not built for Bates. Bates purchased a lot —then one acre--with buildings from Joseph Lyman in 1807 for $3000; Lyman acquired the property in 1799 for only $500. A house of this quality and style would likely have been built between the dates 1799 and 1807 in Northampton. In poor repair and its facade partially obscured by a later porch, the °Bates house is a cubic mass with low hipped roof. A single chimney remains of the original pair. Although asphalt shingles now cover the exterior wall surface, the symmetrical and taut surfaces of the Federal style are still evident© A central projecting pavilion is terminated in a pediment; a Palladian window--now a door- =was once the dominant feature in the facade. Windows on the ground floor carry delicate cornices; these cornices like the cornice at the roofline are finely dentillated. Even in its present condition the Bates House is one of the most fully realized Federal residences in Northampton. Senator Bates served in the state and U. S. _senates His widow,- Martha Bates, lived in the residence for a number of years following its removal to North Street. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 122.364, 25.586 14.487. 3/73 O't 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) i .ess e ;ent use residence sent owner David Vanasse ;ription: C. 1700 ource Garrison with added lean —to hitect 6. Recorded by M. In Area no. Northampton Exterior wall fabric- 262 Bridge St. Organization NHC 25C-062 clapboard Form no. Outbuildings (describe) attached garage Other features Altered attached garage Date 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Date 1970 and May 1980 365 Peters and E. Lonergan Architectural reason for inventorying: age and style (especially interior) nearest cross streets and other buildings 3, CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added 2, Town NORTHAMPTON Street address Name House" Use: original present Home Present owner David L. Vanasse Open to public no Datec 1700 Style saltbox Source of date RPP Bibliography Architect »A.'- wren 4, DESCRIPTION JUNDATION/BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material brick WALL COVER: Wood clapboard:: Brick Stone Other ROOF: Riche Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CIIf1INEYS: J. 2 3 4 Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate STORIES: 1 2.. 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed saltbox- also garage PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 none PORTICO Ba1nony FACADE: Gable end: Front /.side Ornament overhang side pilasters and small side windows Entrance: Side J:Lgnt: �:a JJSide Details: Windows: Spacings gltl /Irregular Identical /Varied Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Corn rbg 5. Indicate location of building in relation to 6. Footage of structure from street h5 Property has feet frontage on street Recorder Miriam Ea Peters 262 Bridge Street Photo Date 1970 For Northampton Hi stnriral Sew.' ei:y OR part of Area RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1. Outbuildings .andscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded 7 r den Formal/Informal Predominant features called r;arden Landscape architect 3. Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom. Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Use: .Fe idezti.; ciril Religious Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF IIISTORIC IMPORTANCE OF SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) This house contains a ship s staircase and fiaie old .fireplaces, one of a very unusual type. The library is panelled. Massive beams run stra ght through the house, urscairs and dorrn. The ship's staircase leading the second to the third floor is a feature rarely found except in houses near no sea. This is an early 18th'Cen 'y house. The exact date is not known but when, in 1883 it was bought by Timothy Griffin it urns said to be a t least 125 years old." An article in the Hampshire Gazette (May 20, 1936) states "The dwelling is one of the oldest houses in Northampton,, having been built before 1720." A walled -in garden is a feature of the grounds. ners of the house have included: Luther Clark and his -wife Wealthy (Wilder) rried in 1820. Timothy Griffin- in the 1890's Dr. Joseph D. Collins and family Mrs. Mina Curtiss (a professor at Smith College) until 1936 Prof. Ernst Monsel (professor of German at Smith College) 1936- The.Putnams— an inn 1956 BIBLIOGRAPHY' AND /OR REFERENCE Form B. 10M -6 -71 -049688 The Hampshire Gazette May 20, 1936 Nov, 7, 1953 Feb, 27, 1956 (advertisement for sinal Owner: ed Information: Book Number Page sale) D FSTRICTIONS Registry of Deeds 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house is undoubtedly one of the oldest structures still standing in Northampton. Its early form can be seen in the second story overhang in the front, and in the second story and attic overhangs on the sides. _A later, one and a half story, rear lean -to transformed the Garrison form into a °saltbox" and the modifies entrance updated it even more The house is located on Bridge St., about 3/4 of a mile east of the center of town. As is obvious from its name the street led to the bridge across the Connecticut River. The first bridge had been constructed in 1805, but before that there had been a ferry on the site. This Was not the only easterly crossing point of the river. Goodman °s Ferry, the first to Bross the river in 1664, was located in Old Rainbow, and the leading to this ferry left Bridge St. directly opposite this house. The first map of Northampton, "made from a Survey taken in the months of Oct and Nov 1794°°, while unfortunately not showing any houses, shows these two roads: the first, the "Stage Road (to) Clark °s Ferry and the second, the "Stage Road (to) Goodman s Ferry The interior of the house has been modified over the years but still contains many features of interest. Among these are the chamfered cornerposts and beams, transverse summer cased) and large fireplace with "double beehive" oven in the hall. The stairs to the upper floor are set %graphy and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, cont early maps, etc.) o. 1794 and 1831 Town Maps. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. continued. INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL CaVISSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. 9. Historical Significance. 10. Bibliography. C ity: NORTHAMPTON Property Name: against the massive central chimney and are directly opposite the front entrance. From the second floor the stairs lead to a landing and then split to either side, to ascend to each "half attic The rafters are numbered, but are not in order, and have cut -outs for other beams, bringing up the question of re-use, of re- roofing. Form No: 25C41162 Throughout the 18th century, and for most of the 19th century the house was in the Parsons family. The first known owner of the house was Jacob Parsons '(1719 1795). Jacob married Beulah Hunt in 1746 and raised a family of twelve children here'. P' deed from his father Josiah in 1761 transfers title to the homestead on "which Jacob was alreadly living for the price of "Natural love, good will and affection which I have and do bear to my son Josiah Parsons (1682 -1768) lived on Bridge St.,(on the site of the present Bridge St. School) and the title to the property farther out on Bridge St. becomes lost here. However, in the Parsons family genealogy thereis mention of John (2) Parsons (1650 -1728) who "some years after" obtaining a homestead lot near his fatherAs in the vicinity offBridge and Market Sts., sold this lot to Noah (3), not, apparent his son, "and removed to a lot marked A. where he lived and died A map in the Genealogy (p. 5) show lot "A" to be on the north side of the street, out towards the river. Possibly this is that lot and Josiah Parsons obtainec title from his "uncle" John. Antiquities, Historical and Graduates of Northampton, S. Clark, 1882. Registry of Deeds (Hampshire Co.): Bk. 322 -P. 131, 310 -43, 293 -175, 264 -25. Registry of Deeds (Hamden Co,): Bk. 7 -P. 171. Registry of Probate: Bk. 233 -P. 45, 109 -56, and 109 57. Parsons Hunt and Clark Genealogies. Staple to Inventory form at bottom Inventory number: 8 Name: Address: Griffin House 262 Bridge Street co 1700 Northampton, Mass. The central vertical dement of the chimney of the Griffin house is balanced by three equal horizontal sections: the first story, the overhanging second story, and the broad mass of the roof'. The second story windows are tucked up under the overhang of the steep ridge roof; the line of the roof of the saltbox is broken in the rear by the less steep incline of a lean-to addition. The entranceway consists of a slightly recessed door with sidelights and plain nilasterso, A flat architrave unites these elements, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ;ent owner Clarence Lucey 37M-7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Q R fl (over) Date Exterior wall fabric Other features Organization In Area no. Form no. 25C -63 Northampton Outbuildings (describe) Altered Date M oved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC: May 1980 clapboard 3 %3 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This two and a half story house was most likely built during the mid 1880's for John White, a laborer. It features a vertical board frieze and fish -scale shingles in the front gable. A one -story bay window projects from the western side, while a one-story porch extends across th facade. The porch is composed of square posts, cut-out brackets and a low balustrade with turned spindles. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. 37m-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) n Northampton L ,.iitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features patterned slate, pyrimidal roof, side oriel, front porch. Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization NHC Date February 1980 In Area no. Form no. 25C -64 triangular dormers in Date Date x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This two and a half stony house was built around the turn -of the-century. The first known owner was Daniel Martin, a policeman. The house is two stories in height with pyramidal roof of hexagonal slate, Triangihlar dormers with scroll-like dormers give the house s distinctive touch. The western side has an oriel window with bracketed cornice. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1917, 1915 and 1905. Dv 3�1 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1. arlur. "Li CA VW La ans., w:aa va ✓..�'a ..ua ut, avv A➢....... in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ;ent use ;ription: iitect M. Day, House 1875 -85 ource Directories residence lent owner Cornelius and Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Organization NHC Date In Area no. a Northampton •ess 280 Bridge St. 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan May 1980 Date Date Form no. 25C -65 X Over one acre Shirley Clifford Approximate distance of building from street 3 &v 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Myron Day residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Myron Day, a farmer, purchased a large parcel of land fronting on Bridge St. and running northerly to Bates St. about 1880° This house was built as his homestead shortly thereafter. In 1886 he filed a subdivision plan for a new street (originally called Beacon Ste, but later changed to Day Ave.) to run through his land from Bridge St,, to Bates St. At the tome this was the most easterly street for residential purposes, along Bridge Sp The Massachusetts Central Railroad, whose line opened in 1887, and ran eas from the main north -south line in the center of town, built a bridge across the Connecticut River just north of the Bridge St. bridge. The tracks ran roughly parallel to Bridge Ste and opened up many development opportunities. The house is two and a half stories in height with gable end to the street. The western side has a two story, three -sided bay, while the facade has a full length porch on the first floor and a smaller porch on the second floor. The larger porch has a hipped roof, turned posts and cut-out brackets. !O. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 405 -Po 151. Northampton Directory: 1875-76, 1885-86, 1895 -96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `f. 1Vla.p. LL'2LW .7 t\ tU11 vt uu I. aw u�LVu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate 'north. (over) ;ent use residence ;ent owner Boleslaw ;ription: ource 41.1. itect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by 1 Northampton ess 15 Day Ave. e W. Keating House Organization 1887 -89 Reg. of Deeds NHC Date May 1980 In Area no. E. Lonergan Form no. 25C -74 Zacharzewski 3bc 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1886 Myron Day filed a subdivision plan for this street and residential lots on both sides, Later that same yaer, Henry and Dena Warner bought lot no. 9 for $350. The lot remained undeveloped however and they sold it to Benjamin Cook and his son,Benjamin Cook, Jr., for $400 in 1887. The Cooks were prominent developers in Northampton and the son had just fin- ished hi stint as the city °s first mayor. In 1889 lot no. 9, with this house, was sold to the Keatings for $1700. The house is two and a half stories in height with gable end Lo the street, and except for the front porch appears as if it was built decades earlier than its late 1880's date. The is a partial return to the front gable and a round headed sash window within. The porch is one story in height,with hipped roof, square posts, carved brackets and a balustrade of tightly placed square balusters. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 426-P. 276, 413 -349, 405-51, 403 -61. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. Ann and William Keating residence FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) Organization NBC Date ress ie ;cription: In Area no. Form no. 25C -108 in relation to nearest, cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Source Reg. of Deeds Atlas Northampton sent owner James Bernice O'Connell M' c1870 Exterior,_ wall fabric Asphalt Outbuildings (describe) attached carriage house Other features wrap around front porch with balustrade of quatrefoil cut— outs, round headed window in front gable Altered sided Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre Date Approximate frontage 100' Approximate distance of building from street 100 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan February 1980 r Original owner (if known) Original use rent() Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Edson P. Clark Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Thi house was built Ahotly after Galt Avg® was opened. The street first appears on the 1873 Atlas, and was probably opened in the late 1860's, with its name coming fron the N.rth's vict rious general. It was opened through Nathan Clark's Bridge St, e&tate and extended north t. the rear lot lines of North St. Edson P. Clark, who ran an "indallible pencil manufc- tory" on Strong Ave. in Northahpton, lived in Nathan Clark's house on Bridge St0 at the of Grant Ave. and probably had this hone built for tenants. Two-and-a-half stories in height, with gable end to the street, the facade features a round-headed window with molded label in the gable, 6x6 windows, and a wrap=around porch with posts with molded capitals nd a low balustrade of quatrefoil cut-out,. A 21/2 story gabled projection is on the and has a shallow, one-story bay with flaring hipped roof. A rear 2-story ell connects tt th. 11/2 tory carriage house© nce 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk0420-P0101, 374-41 Northampton Directory: 187374 Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and/cor references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Wlii} n' ^iiili in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) i •ess In Area no. Form no. 25C -123 Northampton 222 Bridge St. C. White House ;ent use residence sent ownerWalter Stanislaw c-7yk :ription: 1898 -1900 Aurce Reg. of Deeds and Directory Litect Chester White- builder Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) 1 -story barn Other features "Moorish domed corner triangular dormers, 6. Recorded by ornate front porch. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Organization NHC Date May 1980 E. Lonergan 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 710 -P. 3, 511 -164. Northampton Directory: 1900. Chester W. White residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 13ct t In 1898 Edson Clark sold Chester White a portion of his house lot on Bridge St. There were restrictions attached, including no house built closer than 26° to Mr. Clark's residence. Mr. White was a carpenter and builder, and built this house soon afterwards, as he was listed here in the 1900 directory. The house is two stories in- height with high hip roof and a two story tower with flaring "Moorish" dome and finial at the southwestern corner of the fac -de. The roof. is pierced by small triangular dormers. An ornate front porch extends across th-! facade, and is composed of chamfered posts, ornate cat -out pattern balustrade, and ornate cut-out brackets which form ogee arches between the posts. In the rear is a one -story carriage house with hipped roof and "bird house" cupola. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iYxCLp. 1J L (A. vv J[�v i.v as vi v..a aavaaaab avv..v�v.. in relation: to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0.0 0 0 0 00 e• p0� 4/ e) (over) .ess e ;ent use residence >ent owner Joseph and Loyse Grenon sription: 1860 -73 puree Map and Atlas ltect Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe), Other features Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Organization Date Northampton 212 Bridge St. Lonergan NHC May 1980 Date mid 20th c. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 3T1 This house was probably built during the late 1860 °s for Theodore Beggs, a local farmer. The 1873 atlas shows this house on a lot streching from Bridge St. northerly almost 1000° to North St. This was one of three such homesteads on the north side of Bridge St. between the cemetery and Grant Ave. Not until the turn of the century were these homesteads subdivided for residential lots. Elizabeth St., laid out in 1908, runs .through the middle of the original Beggs lot. The house is two stories in height, with a low- pitched hip roof and gables at the northeastern corner of the facade and northern corner of the western side. Double brackets on a friezeboard support the projecting, molded cornice. A turn -of- the century porch covers the projecting entrance which features a doorway with sidelights, cornice and fluted pilasters, The porch hasa hipped roof, projecting, gabled entrance, Tuscan columns and bal- ustrade. A smaller porch it atop the roof of the main porch. 10. Bibliography and /or references such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1885-86, 1873074, 1868 -69. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING 1\IASSACHUSE TTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston X. 1V1QF). 1J1Q W .7LNG l,L11 VL VUL tutus LVl..4l.1Vt1 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Q a (over) 1 Northampton Iti Area no. Form no. 25C -139 .ess 173 North St. G. Norton House ;ent use Funeral Home ;ent owner Frank and Sophie Other features Date May 1980 Puree Directories Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Czelusniak clapboard Altered side addition Date mid 20th c Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) George Norton residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1897 Orchard St. was laid out by the three owners of property along its length from Bridge St. to North St., S.A. Clark, J.S. Graves and H.R. Hinckley. This corner lot was soon after bought by George Norton, a conductor for the B &A Railroad. Mr. Norton was living here by 1905. The house is two stories in height with a high hip roof. A large hipped dormer with two sash windows takes up much of the front plane of the roof. The western side has a projecting, pedimented wall dormer capping a two story bay. A one story porch with gabled entrance extends across the facade. The gable is clad with fish-scale shingles. The porch has Tuscan columns on pedestals connected by a simple balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1900, 1905, 1915, 1922. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37m-7-77 in relation to clearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton ess :ent use residence ;ent owner Henry Blisza ;ription: iitect Exterior wall fabric Organization In Area no. Form no. 25C -150 21 -23 Orchard St. 1897 -1915 Durce Req. of Deeds and Atlas Outbuildings (describe Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC Date May 1980 clapboard 3y 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) A subdivision plan for Orchard St. was filed in 1897. At that time there were three homesteads on the north side of Bridge St. between the cemetery and Grant Ave. These homesteads extended noetherly almost to North St. Orchard St. and Elizabeth St. (1908) were laid out through these homesteads. Both streets were predominantly developed with tw- family houses. This double house is split vertically, giving each unit two and a half floors. The house is two stdries in height with a high hip roof. Projecting wall gables are at either end of the facade and cap two story, three -sided bays. There is also a central, pedimented dormer. A one -story porch with gabled entrance extends across the facade. The porch has tapering posts on pedestals and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 503 -P. 130 and 131, 632 -270. 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ass rription: ource Map hitect Other features In Area no. Northampton 188 Bridge St. Clark Residence ent use residence .entowner Lawrence and Karen Tatro c. 1830 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Altered porch-added Date Moved Date 6. Recorded by E. Lonerqan Organization NHC Date May 1980 Form no. 25C -158 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 3c15 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The north side of Bridge St. was originally lined with home- steads extending northerly to North St. During the latter part of the nineteenth century these began to be subdivided for residential 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1854 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1885-86, 1873-74, 186869, 1860 ®61, 1930. lots. This lot occupies part of the Bridge St. frontage of the Clark family homestead. Its difficult to pin down exactly which Clark, as the 1860 =61 directory lists 64 Clarks in Northampton, and fourteen are on Bridge St. However, in 1868 Isaac "Clark, a farmer, lived here and in 1895 Sidney Clark, a surgeon and physician was listed here. Ds Clark lived here at least until 1930. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories in height with gable end to the street. The gable is pedimented, clad with flush boarding, and contains continued. INVENTORY FORM CUN INUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL CaMlII SS ION Office of the Secretary, Boston C i ty Northampton Property Name: Clark Residence Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. 9. Historical Significance. AV Staple to Inventory form at bottom SCt5 Form No: 25C -158 VOr a two over two "Gothic" sash window. A one -story porch with gabled entrance and Tuscan columns on pedastals covers the three bay facade. The entrance has sidelights, pilasters and is capped by a tall entablature. 1V1d�J. LLclW 011cl.t.1L vL vuaau u6 in relation to nearest: cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 186 Bridge St. Gent use residence Exterior wall fabric brick and wood 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston .04 (over) In Area no. Form no. 25C -159 Northampton Other features front porch with Organization NHC Kirouac inscription on carriage house 6. Recorded by E. Lo nergan Date May 1980 balustrade shingle Altered sided Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Frank W. Twice Residence early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 ATLASES. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 and 1917. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The carriage house cupola has a "1913" inscribed on it, and this is probably the date of the house also. The 1895 atlas shows this lot as being part of the much larger farm next door (nos 188 Bridge). The atlas also shows a barn on the site of the present barn to this house, so possibly the "1913" refers to the date the barn was stuccoed and changed hands. The house is two sories tall with a hipped roof and hipped dormers. The first story is built of brick while the second) is clad with wood shingles. A one—story front porch extends across the facade. This has a gabled entrance, Tuscan columns and a geometrically patterned balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Sent owner Doris Martinbeault in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) hitect Northampton Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Organization In Area no. NHC Date February 1980 Form no. 25C -160 vinyl siding Altered sided Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan 3y 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural X Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. D. detailing and fanciful corner tower. residence Registry of Deeds: Bk. 503 =P. 130 and 131. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian Transportation VI7 A plan for Orchard St. and residential lots was filed in 1897 by Sidney A. Clark and Josiah S. Gr ves, owners of adjacent Bridge St. home- steads, and H.R. Hinckley, the owner' of a large parcel of land off North St. The street was quickley developed, mostly with two family residences. This large one-story house is interesting for its porch 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston f. 1Vlap. craw sketcn oI oulluing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M-7-77 (over) •ess e ;ent use residence ;ent owner ;ription: xrcnitect Other features In Area no. Form no. 25C -166 Northampton 24 -26 Orchard St. 1897 -1915 ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas asp�ialt siding Exterior wall fabric and clapboard Outbuildings (describe Lucy Ryan 3cr upper floors Altered sided Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date May 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development v Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Orchard St. was laid out about the turn-of-the-century along the eastern boundary of the Bridge Ste cemetery. Most of the street was developed with two-family houses, some of which were divided vertically (usually referred to as double houses), and some horizontally (usully referred to as two-family houses). This house is an example of the latter method, and is interesting for the quality of its detailing. This includes leaded -glass transoms on the central' windows ok the facades two -story bay, fluted posts on the front porches and turned columns and carved brackets r the side porches. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) residence 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 632 -P. 270, 503-130 and 131. MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston I in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard ;ent owner Elizabeth Knowles Outbuildings (describe) Other features 3 -story front 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING T (over) In Area no. Form no. 25C -169 Northampton Deeds and Atlas Giq side bays with stained glass transom as part of central windows, 3- story front porch. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date February 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Orchard St. was laid out around the turn ®ofmthe ''century along the eastern side of Bridge St. cemetery. It was a residential street, and was quickly developed, mostly with two-family houses. This flat -roof, "triple decker" is a fine example of a type of residence rare in Northampton. Designed for three families on a small lot, this house nonetheless exhibits some fine detailing. Three -story front and side bay with stained glass tran- soms above the central windows help animate the block. The three -story f It porch with squre posts and projecting cornices supported by scroll-like mod- illions provides additional emphasis. The house is topped by a projecting cornice supported by scroll-like modillions, a plain frieze and row of dentils, early maps, etc. D• 1895, 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 503 -P. 130 and 131. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, 3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Organization NHC Date April 1980 Style Recorded by E. Lonergan Setting .c Name A. Hyde House iiginal residence -esent residence iip: Private individual Private organization riginal owner PTION: Source Atlas and Directory S.D.R. Architect Northampton 82 Parsons St. Public Z896 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 25C -176 clapboard Major alterations (with dates) enclosed porch 20th c. Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 24 stories in height and r-shaped. Saw -tooth boarding is used decoratively as beZt courses on the house as are wide boards. A one -story bay window projects from the front end of the house and the entrance, which is located in the crook of the L is covered by an enclosed porch. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This house was built in 1896 for Andrew Hyde at a cost of $3000. Mr. Hyde was a violin maker, who had a small "factory" in a wood frame building in the rear of his house, Parsons St, was originally known as Pine St. and has exsited as a path along the western bound of the cemetery for a long time. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Z884, Z895 and Z9Z5 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 2900, Z905, 1922. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 3Z, 1896, and Dec. 31, 1900. 20M -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant shingles 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location' in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. /4(6-1-1/-./11/ D 4 Lilyt' 7V 5T, g I n vc n io .a\ 11 2,r-\ 1 (over) Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Date Northampton Altered yes Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 80 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Northampton Historical Commission M 5 108' MAY 5 1976 MASS. HIST. CO" 1 Other features hipped 'roof`; pair o f interior chimneys; classical cornices in interior o ctagonal room with Roman niches 7. Original ov,•ner (if known) Original use Resi deuce 'Cho s 1' r1 t t Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Thomas Pratt, local architect and designer of numerous Federal and Greek Revival style residences in Northampton, was born in 1784 in eastern Mass. and began his career as an architect and builder in Northampton in 1807. Several substantial monuments remain: Dewey House and Capen House, Smith College, two Greek Revival residences, and the architect's own residence on North Street. William Fenno Pratt his son also practiced the profession, beginning in 1837 with. Miss Dwight's gothic seminary, a vigorous exercise in the picturesque. Thomas Pratt° s federal style residence at 83 North Street eature.s a hipped roof, paired interior chimneys and a classical cornice. Interiors include an octagonal room in the Adam style with Roman niches along the short walls. The residence is 5 bays wide and three deep, with the entrance facing to the southeast and protected by a porch. A single chimney now remains in the shallow hipped roof. The structure was probably built shortly after Thomas Pratt acquired the 1/2 acre tract from Elijah Hayden and Thomas Clark in 1812. The home remained in the Pratt family throughout the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) R 204 1745 1 11 10600 264 902 147 Registry of Deeds 1784. m 3 146, 136, 114.53 10L,348„ 67.512, 33.255. g bituary 2 8q f l'ho r 128/ 1`' 68; article on W.. Fm Pratt 12/26/1865, Hampshire ire Gazette. FORM B BUILDING 2 -4 Highland Ave. c Name M. Strong House iginal residence resent residence iip: Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner PTION: Morris Strong MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date 1835 cross streets and other buildings Date or geographical features. Reg. of Deeds Indicate. north. Source Style Federal g ":j Architect Lewis Bliss- carpenter wood shingles A Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) 15 Exterior wall fabric 54 Co 9E] p addition on east end- late 19th c. E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area Form no. 25C -183 Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less Setting ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) See Below HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This house ,,.'pears to have been built between 1834 and 1836 by Lewis Bliss, a "house carpenter In 1836 Mr. Bliss sold 12 acres and the house to Morris Strong, who made his homestead here and maintained the property until 1861. In that year the property was purchased by William F. Pratt. Mr. Pratt was Northampton's most prominent architect of the second half of the 19th century and had grown up in the house next_north this one, which was still owned by his father, Thomas Pratt, himself a noted "roaster builder" of the early 19th cen- tury. Mr. Pratt went bankrupt in the late 1870's and his homestead was fore- closed on. Walter Rodiman, the agent for the Connecticut River Railroad owned the house for a few years, and then in 1883 Charles Stevens, treasurer of the Crystal Emory Wheel Co. at Hawley and Main Sts. bought the property. Mr. Stevens lived in the house for a while, but soon moved to King St. The 1895 atlas shows the house with the eastern addition, and the new street Highland Ave. Mr. Stevens still caned this property as well as two other residences on the north side of Highland Ave., and rented out tenements in all of them. The house originally seems to have been two sotires in height with hipped roof, and a five -bay facade on the southern side of the house. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town .Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 378 -P. 31, 347 -93, 199 -333, 76-549, 73 -27, 67 -186. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Ebw AW ar r au Ng (LI 661/7 -41-0) A kE L1/'DEN 59727" Er IA rilDKial DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ess Highland Avenue 14 -20 ent use Apartments -rem dential ent owner Paul Teresa Smith ription: In Area no. Northampton c. 1890 Atlases of Northampton; durce vi. 1' evidence Shingle style Architect unknown wooden Exterior wall fabric shingles; clapboards Outbuildings (describe) C. S. Stevens Apartments Other features two corner towers; central gable; hipped roof, rear; ridge roof and chimneys, front. Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 60 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date 15 feet C. Dubie none Form no. 2SC I cal' Northampton Historical M rEk 4J� F fl JUN 4 1976 MASS. HIST. CO"':'''. 7. Original o.t r if known) C Steven Original use Apartments Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Apartments 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) C. E. Stevens owned a homestead on North Street to the rear of which Highland Avenue was opened in the period 1885-1895. Stevens owned three lots on the new street and built a shingle style apartment block on the westernmost of the lots by 1895. The block is distinguished by two three story turrets with prominent conical hoods. The massing is syuuuetrical, with a shingled gable appearing between the turrets. While the towers.. are strongly vertical in their orientation, the surfaces of the walls are treated as three horizontal sections: scalloped shingling in the third story, small shingles in the second story, and a recent, "stone" treatment at ground level. Roof lines are high and chimneys modest. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Atlas of Northampton, 1884, 1895. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviap. 1lla:w on...,L b in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) >ent owner George and Mary Karparis :ription: 1884 -95 Other features Organization In Area no. Form no. 25C -192 Northampton Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) clapboarst g o y Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC Date April 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Highland Ave. waa opened between 1884 and 1895 through Charles Stevens' North St. homestead. This was the northernmost of the streets which cut through the colonial homesteads on Market and North Sts. These streets, as the homesteads had, extended easterly to the Bridge St. Cemetery. Nine of the present thirteen residential structures are shown on the 1895 atlas and the other fodr were built by 1915. This house first appears on the 1895 atlas as property of William Bingham, an employee of the Northampton Paper Box Co. on North St. Thehcuse is 22 stories in height with pedimented end to the street and a pedimented 22 story bay window on the western side. Fish -scale shingles are used in the pediments, and also as a belt course between the first and second floors. A one -story porch covers the front entrance. This has fish-scale shingle covered pediment, large arched opening with "stick" spendrels and a turned balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. DA- residence 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of Dunning LOCa.LLUII in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0 T (over) Northampton ess ent owner Margaret Bober and ;ription: Elizabeth Rockett Exterior wall fabric Other features 1884 -95 Altered sided Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage In Area no. Form no. 25C -193 asphalt shingles x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Organization NHC Date April 1980 Lonergan L{os' 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Highland Ave. was opened through the Charles Stevens' property between 1884 and 1895. This was the northernmost of the streets which cut through the colonial homesteads on Market and North Sts. These streets, as the homesteads had, extended easterly to the Bridge St. Cenetery. This house first appears on the 1895 atlas as property of Hervey Wright, a mason. It's possible that Mr. Wright built this house himself. The house is 21 stories in height, L- shaped and has the main entrance in the crook of the L. Part of the main roof slopes down to enclose an entry porch. This has a spindle frieze, turned posts with small brackets and patterned balustrade. The front of the house has a one -story pedimented bay window. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, earl maps, etc.) 1:: and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. cjrs 11 t ip 1=1 n Recorded by E Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 Architect Exterior wallfabricv siding Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) siding and enclosed entry- Moved Setting Northampton (Staple additional sheets here) 53 North St. is Name W. Alien House riginal residence resent residence Area Form no. 25C 199 ,hip: Private individual Private organization Public )riginal owner unknown IPTION: 2nd half of 18th century Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) See Below. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This large residence was probably constructed in the second half of the 18th century. The symmetrical five -bay facade with central entrance, second story windows under the eaves and two interior chimneys on the ridge attest to this date as does the remnant of earlier window types in the upper sash of the window in the southern gable, which has twelve lights. Deed research is confusing before the early Z9th century, but the property is described as the homestead of Phinaz Clark in 1819. The house passed through several owners in the early Z9 th century before being bought by Ruth Champlin Tenney in Z842. After her death the property passed to her sister, who was the wife of William Allen Jr. W. Allen was a local attorney who rose to become a judge on the State Supreme Judicial Court. The Aliens maintained the property for the rest of the 19th century. The steeply- pitched central wall gable with round- headed wondow was probably added by W. Allen c. 1850, as a means of "modernizing" an old Colonial home. Today the house has been further "modernized" by the enclosed entry porch and vinyl siding. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Z83Z Town Map. 1854 and Z860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, 1895, Z9Z5 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 96 -P. 394, 84 -42Z, 82 -524, 50 -591, 46 -44Z, 45 -Z23. Northampton Directory: 1860 -61, Z868 -69, Z873 -74, 1882 -83, 1891 -92, 1899. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston In Area no. Northampton 37M-7 -77 `f. iVlap. 1JL �LW:;.5KC Vl lUllultts ivy a�tvu' in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Approximate frontage Date April 1980 Form no. 25C -205 clapboard Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC Organization Li 7 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Linden St. was opened in 1893 through the North St. homestead of Mrs. William Allen. This was the last of the six streets opened through the colonial homesteads on Market and North Sts. By 1895 most of the southern side of the street had been developed with single family residences, but the northern side wasn't dev- eloped until early in the 20th century. By 1915 though, all of the present structures had been erected. This house is 21/2 stories in height with pedimt°nted end to the street. The gable roof is covered with diamond pattern slate and projects beyond the walls. Closely spaced brackets support this overhang. The western side of the house has a 2 -story oriel window, supported by brackets, which extends through the roof line. It is capped by a shed roof. The two -bay facade has an entrance with sidelights, which is covered by a pedimiented porch with bracketed cornice. X67 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Dlrectory: 1915 and 1922. s. 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Outbuildings (describe) o oiC\ti P. ot:zi2 D (over) Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Other features Altered sided In Area no. Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization E. Lonergan NHC Date April 1980 Form no 25C -207 4O8 Date mid 20th c. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use_ residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This horse predates Linden St. which wasn't opened until 1893. It was reached by a small avenue off of Walnut St, and was built between 1860 and 1873, most probably by Nelson Hebert, a carpenter whi is listed as. owning the property on the 1873 atlas. The house also faces southerly, away from Linden St;. The house is 1k stories in heingt with ridge roof and two interior chimneys. The symmetrical three -bay facade" is covered by a one-story porch with rte' hipped roof, square posts, balustrade and lattice base, and there is a centrals entrance 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases.. 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Organization Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 25C -209 lent owner Thomas Weiner and Northampton ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC Elizabeth Cooney yu 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Robert W. Lyman Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Linden St. was opened in 1893 through the North St. homestead of Mrs. William Allen. By 1895 six of the present seven houses had been built. The northern side of the street was developed in the early 20th century. Market St. (the northern part of which is now known as North St,) was one of the first streets laid out in Northampton. Homesteads were long and narrow, extending easterly to the land set aside for the cemetery. During the 19th century six streets were opened easterly from this colonail street, and the neighborhood was built up. This house first appears. on the 1895 atlas, and is owned and occupied by Robert Lyman, the register of deeds for Hampshire County. The house is 22 stories in height,with gable end to the street and a 22 story gabled projection on the western side. The front gable has an interesting variation on a Palladian window, and there is a one -story bay window on the facade. A one -story porch extends from the bay window on the facade around the corner and along the western side to the projection. This porch has a hipped roof, square posts with brackets and a balu- strade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 457 -P. 129. l ye z 5T• FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. L L JL DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant R EC MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75— R061465 L- /11/07V Sr :ss 45 North Street ;nt use Residence ;nt owner Eugene St. Pierre •iption: srce Architect In Area no. Form no. 211 Northampton Northampton Rogers Cottage c. 1846 Registry of Deeds 115.450 Gothic Cottage unknown board and batten Exterior wall fabric si d Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 2 gables, west facade; decorative vergeboard; arched window additions to rear; porch in Altered front facade Date 4 N Th Moved no Date AUG 4 1975 (over) MASS. HIST. COMM. 5. Lot size) V EDom ssion Organization Date L 1 1 0 One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet on North St Approximate distance of building from street 5 feet from Linden Street 6. Recorded by C. Mibi e Northampton Historical. June 2, 1975 7. Original ov,.!ft7r (if known) rr u Original use Resi d nce Subsequent uses (if any) and dates R e sio_n�e S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation Historical significance (include: explanation of themes checked above) This cottage was built in North (Market) Street sometime between 1846 and 1857. The picturesque mood is created by the gables,. the various vertical ern2hases, and by the deep shadows cast on the facades by the applied decoration. It appears that the original owner of the cottage was Rebecca Rogers, who purchased a lot of land on Market Street in 1846 from Josiah Whitney. John Rogers, her son; sold the homestead in 1857 to Samuel Spaulding, who in turn sold to Horace Kingsley about 1866, in 189 Frances Kingsley sold the Kinasl ey 5omestead to Elizabeth Allen who in turn sold to her daughter, Clara Allen, The exchange of property is complicated; The Allen family also owned a homestead on North Street which was divided into lots in 18910 Linden Street was opened at this time, and Clara nllen owned a number of other lots along the street, Janet Co Smith, a student from the area, has pointed out that the design and floor plan of this cottage are to be found in one of Andrew Jackson Downing' s volumes of cottage residences. There was apparently little creative effort on the part of the local architect or builder, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds. assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, 1226, 158, 11450 235, 8040 105, 5760 143, 5760119, 4530101, 447,337, 443.544, 444.335. ent owner Margaret Clark 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1Vldl.J L1 c1 W ors.c in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Northampton Exterior wall fabric wood shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Form no. 25C -228 (over) Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Date April 1980 Date Date x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC 1411 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Recreation Religion Science invention Social humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Walnut St, was opened in 1854 by Josiah Whitney, but the southern side of the street wasn't developed until much later. By 1884 there were only four houses on that side, including this one. Most of the other houses were con- structed before 1895. The house is 12 stories in height with steeply pitched gable end to the street. The three -bay facade is covered by a one -story porch with flat roof; slender,chaznfered posts with decorative brackets forming arched openings; and a patterned balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 an 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96. ��1 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets .ana other buildings. Indicate north. Q (over) 1. Town .ess ;ent use residence sent owner Stella Jasinski cription: 3 source ie thitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Northampton c. 1910 Date May 1980 In Area no. Form no. 25C -239 207 Bridge St. Lonergan NHC 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Registry 8f Deedg: B.'705-P. 347, 658-75, 638-98. Northampton Directory: 1915 1895 and 1915 Atlases. The house is two stories in height, with high hip roof and is crowned by ornate iron cresting. A one-story, hipped-roof porch covers two of the three bays of the facade, and has fluted, square posts And balustrade. The central entrance is flanked by two over=sized front windows. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) This house exhibits the changes that took place in architec- tural style at the beginning of the 20th century. Gone are the asymmetry, tower bays, and mixed materials of the Queen Anne. In their place are symmetry, and broad expanses of slate and clapboard. a FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketcn or'auamung iucaLiuii in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 4 yE' HC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 W 0 ijj E- 3 r lm. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (oLNT F'Ps t r- •criz_oue.1DS (over) cess Le sent use cription: Exterior wail fabric Other features removed 5. Lot size: One acre or less In Area no. Form no. 25c -2' Northampton 227 Bri •e Street Rest den ce sent owner Charles F. Kiekot 1835 -40 source vi sual evidence Greek Revival �z� �hitect unknown Outbuildings (describe) none well developed entrance; chimneys chimneys Altered yes removed Date Moved no Date Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e clapboards gable end on street; x Over one acre Organization Northamp ton Hi sto ri cal Commi ssion Date October 15, 1975 RECEIVED MAY 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM, 7. Original owner (if known) U lkrinS�'lr� t'.3 bed Yin 17 lee tab] e) Original use residence farmhouse? Subs tent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance. (include explanation of themes checked above) This Greek Revival style residence on Bridge Street features a dominant and well proportioned pediment (now filled with shingles) and an entranceway with recessed sidelights and classical moldings. The structure is five bays wide and four deep. Several chimneys have been removed. Built into a hillside, the structure has a deep brick basement An entrance portico has beers added. A number of simpler Greek Revival style residences are located along Bridge Street and served as farmhouses in the 19th century when the prime agricultural land, "the Meadows", was actively farmed, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) fitt ;ent owner Alwyn and "Angela 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston :1VLI4J. 1JL a.w,OncLL.i1 vi vuiaua =b in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date Outbuildings (describe) Other features Organization NHC In Area no. Form no. 25C -241 1 Northampton Exterior wall fabric stucco Altered Date ��`�,r� Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage ri 2:1 Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan May 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This two-story house stands out from its nineteenth century neighbors on Bridge St. by its smooth stucco finish. The house is capped D with a slate hipped roof and has projecting rafters under the raking eaves. Apparently this was built as a two family house with the division being b- floor. A small,step- gabled portico with simple square posts covert the entrance at the eastern end of the facade, while the western entrance has larger, enclosed porch with a eteppedm gable and a plaque inscribed "1923 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Northampton Directory: 1922 -24, 1930. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian Transportation sent owner John and Helen Smith 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Other features balustrade Organization In Area no. Form no. 25C -242 Northamppon Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe), wrap.- around porch with turned posts, spindle frieze and Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E Lonergan NHC Date Ma 1980 Li! 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house first appears on the 1895 atlas. It is shown as the residence of Joseph Murray, building mover and stone mason, and stylistically seems to dater from about this time. The house is two and a half stories in height with gable end to the street. Decoratively cut shingles are used in the front gable. A one-story porch wraps around the facade and most of the western side. This is composed of turned poste, spindle frieze and balustrade with turned balusters. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1873 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895096, 1885-86. o. FORM F STRUCTURE r DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M- 5- 73- 075074 (Rev. 1 -76) (over) :ss Fair St. of structure (check one) grandstand and judges' stand nrce Hampshire Gazette Construction material wood Dimensions Setting Condition 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no, Form n 25C -251 Northampton Tri- Count, Fairgrounds late 19th c. good NEC June 1980 pound powder house street tower tunnel wall windmill E. Lonergan u' p 7. Original owner (if known) Hampshire, Franklin 4c Hampden Agricultural Society Original use Subsequent uses (if any) a dates O. Tees (clack as many a licable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural T Arts Commerce Communication Community development hose racing Conservation_ Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of tl re.:e check ov3) On January 20 1818 the Hampshire Franklin and Hampden Agricultural Society was organized. The first. show featured cattle and domestic manu- factures and was held October 14 and 15 1818© The cattle were put into a six acre "mowing lot" in the rear of the meetinghouse (where now are Center, Trumbull and State Sts.), and plowing matches in the meadows were the high- light of the show© Premiums were given for: working oxen, omen for the stall, bulls, milch cows, swine, sheep and manufactures of cloth and sheeting. Noah Webster, a d Amherst reisdent and vice-president of the Society delivered first oration: "The proper business of man is to enlarge the powers of As mind by knowledge, and refine it by the culture of moral habits; to in- crease the means of substinance and comfort; to supply the wants and allev- iate distresses By mid-century the annual event had outgrown its Main St. site and in 1856 fourteen acresof land were bought on the east side of North St. (north of the present RR tracks). ___A___half -mile track and small grandstand were built at this time® In 1861 an exhibition hall was built to house the articles of domestic manufacture and displays of fruits, vegetables and flowers. The size of the fair continued to increase and in 1872 the grounds were enlarged by two acres, extensive sheds built, the track enlarged and city water pipes extended to the site. The coming of horse racing ended the old plowing matches, and as it grew steadily more popular the Northampton Driving Park Association was formed. They built a half -mile track and small grandstand on Fair St. In 1891 the Agricultural Society decided to sell their land and lease the new driving park for their annual event, taking their grandstand with them® There was some opposition to the proposal, mostly frog the agriculturalists who thougl}t that they would get the short end of the arrangement. However, the move was made and eventually the Three County Fair directors bought the entire driving park and enlarged the site by buying surrounding meadowlands a. Recreati,• Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation cunt 10. Bibliography and /or references such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc. 1 .831 Town 1860 County 1 :apo 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. ampshire Gazette Oct. 20, 1918; Aug. 20, 1872; i ?ay 12, 189191ov© 30, 1895; Deco 15, 1906; Aug. 23, 1917; Sept. 27, 1924. (-41L 9® INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COQ SSION Office of the Secretary, Boston ndicate each item on inventory form Mich is being continued below. C ity: Northamptnn iii Staple to Inventor form at bottom Form No: 250 -251 Property Name Tri County Fai'gro During the 20th century many exhibit buildings have been built and a new Bridge St. entrance, to replace the one off of Fail St., was built in 1924® Horse racing continues to be a major part of the fail and there are a large number of horse sheds at the northeastern corner of the grounds. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. R® E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 cName iginal •esent tip:El Private individual Private organization riginal owner PTION: Public residence residence UaLe Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton mid 19th Area Form no. 28 -16 over one acre Ljl7 J ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) 1 4 17 HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Sylvester Rd. is part of a back valley road running north -south betweeen the Mineral Hills on the west and Saw Mill Hills and Roberts Hills °h the east, composed of Glendale Rd., West Farms Rd., Sylvester Rd. and Kennedy Rd. Originally known as the Williamsburg- Southampton Rd., this road appears on the first map of Northampton, made in 1794. WestFarms was settled about 1780 and is located about four miles west of the center of Northampton. Until recently it has remained a rural farming district, but residential development after the Se Dnd World War have made it part of suburban Northampton. This house appears to date to the mid 19th century and is lz stories in height with gable end to the street and a small kitchen ell on the southern side. BIBLIOGRAPHY and/or REFERENCES 1794 and 1831 Town Maps. 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884, 1895 Atlases. 20M -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 is Name 258 Ryan Rd. riginal residence ;hip: O Private individual Private organization )riginal owner IPTION: Public late 19th- c. visual evidence Date location in rela Liu cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by Organization NHC E. Lonergan Setting June 1980 (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Source Style Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Approx. acreage Area Form no. 29 -29 clapboard Moved Date one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 2a storie height with gable end to the street and a 12 gory ell on the western side. Fish -scale shingles are used in decorative panels the house and a one-story bay window with shed roof and fancy brackets projects from the facade. The main entrance is located to the west of the bay window acid is covered by a raking hood with side brackets. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Ryan Rd. was originally known as West St., and first appeared on the 1831 map of Northampton as a connecting route between Florence (then known as Warner District) and West Farms. The 1873 atlas is the first to show houses along this street, most of which were located near Florence, and by 1895 most of the street north of this site to Florence was lined with houses, with that portion of the street south of here to West Farris not being developed until after WW II. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1794 and 1831 Town Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. 1860 County Map. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date cz:) A �7 E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 Source Architect Outbuildings Setting Northampton cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. is Name riginal Public riginal owner :PTION late 19th c. (Staple additional sheets here) 305 Ryan Rd. Area Form no. 29 -139 residence resent residence hip: Private individual Private organization visual evidence Exterior wall fabric clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less c,I ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) Thehouse`is 2 stories in height with gable end to the street and a 11 story ell on the western srde. The gables on the house are covered with fish scale shingles, and a one -otory por4h covers the three -bay facade, extends along the western side to the ell, and covers the front of the ell. This porch has hipped roof and turned posts with fancy brackets. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Ryam Rd. was originally known as West St., and first appeared on the 1831 map of Northampton as a connecting route between Florence (then known as War- ner District) and West Farms. The street began at the middle bridge of the three crossing the Mill River at Florence. The 1873 atlas is the first to show any residential development along this street, and that was- limited to the first quartermile west of Florence. By 1895 there were nearly 30 houses on West St., but they were all located along the northern half of the street. This house seems to be shown on this atlas, and is the southernmost house on the western sdie of the street. After WW II this area quickly expanded with houses lining the street all the way to West Farms, and subdivisions opened north and south of this street. Today this is part of suburban Northampton. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1794 and 1831 Town Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. LH 1860 County Map. FORM F STRUCTURE MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston of structure (check one) pound powder house street tower tunnel relation to nearest cross streets, buildings, kiln wall other structures, natural features. Indicate lighthouse windmill north. r DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M -5- 73-075074 (Rev. 1 -76) (over) 5. Description Date Source Construction material iron Dimensions Setting Condition In Area no. Form no. 30A —A Northampton 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC Organization Date April 1980 50 °1ong, 15' wide 7. Original owner (if known) Original use bridge Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 1884 nd 1895 Atl es.s licable) Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry military Political •001■221■1•4=010* •■■••■■11=•17 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked cre tion Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Trans.•rtion ove) This bridge, constructed between 1884 and 1895, is the only crossing of the Mill River between Flomence and the West St. bridge south of Smith College. The Bay State section of Northampton had been developed in the early 1840°s as a small industrial community on the eastern banks of the Mill River, and was linked t. the rest of the town by Riverside Drive, which was Aso on the eastern side of the river. The bridge made travel between the industrial village and the fine farm and meadow land on the eastern side of the river easier. 10. Bibliography and/or references such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. 1Viap. Lraw J11C uu11 vt 1✓uiiva.. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 1 6 11 1 0'1w 20M -5-73- 075074 (over) ess ent use hitect In Area no. factory unknown- various Exterior wall fabric brick Form no. Nnrrhempron (Bay Stare) Riverside Dri ve Northampton Cutlery Company factory ent owner Northampton Cutlery Q :ription: 1840 -1918 Deeds, vi sual evidence, ource Maps, Atlases s Outbuildings (describe) small brick shop Other features brick factory structures 1 -3 stories; stone lintels; Victorian' brickwork; portions of raceway remaining Altered additions Date Moved n o Date Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre x Approximate frontage 375 feet Approximate distance of building from street 150 feet 6. Recorded by Organization Commission Date C_ Duhie Northampton Histoorical Sep 2mb �9;- �19r7 D MAY 5 1976 ""7/..1 HIST. C VA- r'Z' 0 i- P s c N�__ 40 u 13c� on1 -7 c t;4S- Qoa►ZO 1Y3S ►YsS I 2., Ig '1 a X4s Mxw 1%1 2 34Ji4 I 1 C.-13 S' 23e �ct4Q r L_ I r- t P T o N (,vTLECZY C0 MP( N +c is' 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates early craps, etc.) sne hr ot•a 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) ManilfrLetiiring c'cnrern Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry x Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Northampton Cutlery Company, producers of fine quality knife blades, have occupied this industrial site on the Mill River since 1571. Prior to that time, a series of mills were located on the property: Riverside Cutlery Co. (1870), Bay State Hardware Co. (1858 1870), Bay State Tool Manufacturing Co. (1854-1853), Hampshire Flax and Hemp Co. (1848-50), Northampton Paper Mills (1836- 1848, The papermills were an extensive concern which in 1848 owned the area adjoining the Mill River which now contains The Cutlery, the former Clement Company, and the former Northampton raper Company (Not to be confused with Northampton Pa Mills)., 'Early deeds include stipulations that factories using the mill an its dams not "disturb or discolor" the water in the Mill River; clean water was required by paper, concerns located along the river's length an an attempt was made to regulate the activities of upstream concerns© The present Cutlery consists of a grouping of structures enclosing a rectangular courtyard, and a small brick shop located to the north of the main factory complex. On a hill overlooking the factory is located a brick block of worker's housing erected by one of the earlier manufacturing concerns. The various biildings comprising the cutlery have been dated by means of several Naps and atlases. An 1867 map of the Hardware Company was drawn by E. C. Gardner, then practicing architecture in Florence; it is possible that Gardner designed some of the Cutlery buildings at about this time. See plan attached. The small brick outbuilding to the north of the factory complex has served as a library, firehouse, and part of the Northampton Communit a Fourierite community of the 1840 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, ''Chronicle of Incl.istry on the Mill River," Smith CoJ_le Studies_ in_History, Volume XXI, Nos. 1-4, p. 22. he Northampton Book, 233 -239. Re i. stry of Deeds, ila ,Ip shire County, 286. 306, 283317, 276.103, 240.190, 130.422, 174.312 7313, 164370, 155.115, 140.7, 130.109 129. 231. De.cd 240.190 shows a portion of a map of the Bay State Hardware Co. The whole man (1867), drawn by E. C. Cardner, is owned by North :apton Cutlery Company. VIr 4 4 1 Hamnshire Gazette 5/30/1854. 4/11/1895. 3 'i3 7. Original owner (if known) Original use warehouse Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) fireagtion 4circ Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 4'2-2 1870) This building acquired its present form about 1870 when the need for a firestation at the village of ay State became evident. The first floor ppeers to be of earlier date, with the northern side offering the best view. A clear division is seen just above the lintels oi the first floor windows and the Windows themselves are twelve over t Most probably this was a one-story stone house for the nearb cutlery mill. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873 0 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atl see. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston v19orker`S 1.1oU5 1, Nor}har►ir Cu.1'i y Co 5M- 2- 75— R061465 (over) :SS ription: )urce iitect Altered Moved n 5. Lot size: One acre or less 6. 'Recorded by Organization Commi ssion Date In Area no. Form no. 30A-33 3 4. Map. Draw "sIetcn of in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. v.se er U es Northampton (Bay State) ent use Residential ent owner various c. 1840 11nknown Exterior wall fabric bri ck Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 2 stories; end and i ni or rhimnPys; stone lint Pl s Date x Over one acre Approximate frontage 150 feet Approximate distance of building from street 100 feet C. IXibi e Northampton Hi atnrinal MAY 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. Riverside Drive Lexington Ave. Worker's housing, Cutlery visual evidence extremely Greek Revival simplified) 7. Original owner (if known) rtha mpton Paper Mill s('1) Original use 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Factory boardin ghouse Subsequent uses (if any) and dates boardinghouse; private residences Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social Military humanitarian x Political Transportation "z.3 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Re7i stry of Deeds, Ha:T! p shi re County, 286.306, 283.317, 276.103, 240.190, (80.422, 174.312218, 164.370, 155.115, 140.7, 130.109, 129. 281. 240.190 shows plan drawn in 1867; complete plan is now the property of Northampton Cutlery. Chronicle of Industry on the hill Rivera° Smith College Studies in History Volume XXI Nos. 1 4 p.22, 47. The Nortz.- :;:loton Book, 233.39. 9. Historical (include explanation of themes checked above) This block of corker° s housing, now privately owned, was long the property of the factory concern across the road. Last owned by the Northampton Cutlery, the brick block may have been constructed by the Northampton Paper Mills in the period 1835 ®1848. A map of property belonging to the Bay State Hardware Company in 1867 indicates the brick block overlooking the ?gill River and a company established boardinghouse was mentioned in the Gazette as early as 1841, although another building may have served the purpose. The extremely economical styling of thp block obscures the date of its construction. The practice of providing mill workers with conveniently located lodgings was an integral part of the factory system. Some industrialists found this to be an excellent means of controlling laborers factory operatives were in some instances overcharged for the services they received. Some moralists felt it necessary to bring the laborer under the paternal wing of the industrialist for whom he worked; other reformer: regarded the system of factory housing as a evil which contributed to the plight of the working class. The structure contains eight units of housing, now privately owned. Brick and stone construction with end chimneys and even distribution of window openings characteristic of early nineteenth century factory housing is evident© 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) Tnwn Northampton in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric ;ent owner Margaret and Thomas Ryan ;ription: 1867 -73 ource Registry of Deeds and Atlas Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 30A -42 clapboard 2L1 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Bay State Hardware Co. residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1879, George Hillenbrand, a Bay State eutler, acquired lot #40 and this house for $1500. This was part of the residential subdivision filed by the Bay State Hardware Co. in 1867, and the house was constructed between this date and 1873 when it shows on the atlas with Mr. Hillenbrand° name attached. This is a one and a half story cottage with gable end to the stye and a one story -•rch extending across the three bay facade. The porch has chamfered posts, cut -out brackets, and a balustrade with turned spindles, 47.E 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 384 -P 431, 240 -190. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation: to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Tr lum Northampton ess 45 Lexington Ave W. Frawley House hitect 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. residence c. 1867 Sarah Egan ource Registry of Deeds NHC Form no. 30A- 47 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan April 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Bay State Hardware Co. Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1867 the Bay State Hardware Co. filed a subdivision plan for Main St. (now Riverside Dr.), High St. (now Lexington Ave.) and Maple St. (now Liberty St.)© The plan was for residential lots, and would enable the cutlery workers to live nearby and have their own lot of land. In many cases, the houses were originally owned by the company and sold to the workers after a number of years. William Frawley, a grinder at the Bay State Hardware Co., bought lots #25 and #28 "with buildings" for $800 in 1857. This might mean the present house, but the price seems rather low. Mr. Frawley is shown as the owner of this house on the 1873 Atlas. The house is two stories in height, with gable end to the street and the entrance on the southern side. A one and a half story ell extends to the rear and a full length r•rch covers the southern side. 47-; 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map, 1873, 1884, and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 241 -P322, 240 -190. Northampton Directory: 1868-69, 1873 -74. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston i`'lap. LL cLW I nc in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Other features 37M -7 -77 Q 'GP (over) Northampton sent owner Samuel and Alison source Atlas and Directories Exterior wall fabric, clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 30A -52 E. Lonergan`' NHC April 1980 L i 2. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence' Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural X Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Patrick and nnie To 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 4 This house was built on lot #23 of the Bay State Hardware Co.'s subdivision plan. Patrick Towhill, and employee of the Northampton Cutlery Co. (sucessor to the Bay State Hardware Co.), is shown as owning lots #19, 21, and 23 on the 1884 atlas. The house was probably built during the early 1890 °s, and is two and a half stories in height with a cross gable and a high brick foundation on thesouthern side. The gables are clad with decoratively cut shingle and also have "Gothic" sash windows. Wide •arding is used as string courses connecting the sills and the lintels of the first and second floor windows, and a one -story porch extends across the facade and wraps around the southern side to the cross gable. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1684 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -860 Registry of Deeds: Bk 240- P 190. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) Northampton 36 Liberty St. Outbuildings (describe) In Area no. Form no. BOA -55 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 'ess Sent use ource hitect residence Sent owner Winifred O'Brien ription; C. 1870 Registry of Deeds and Atlases Other features very ornate front Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date January 1980 E. Lonergan NHC 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Bay State Hardware Co. residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation Lf2-7 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of the small one and a half story cottages which were built for employees by the Bay State Hardware Co. The 1873 Atlas shows the house with the name of Brown next to io and lists it as lot #12© In 1883, lot #12 was sold to Martin P. Brown. He sold it the next year to Thomas Cantwell, a mechanic at the Northampton Cutlery Co. (the sucessor to the Bay State Hardware Co.) and Cantwell lived here for the rest of K the 19th century. The most interesting feature of this cottage is its full length front porch. Although two-thirs of it has been enclosed, the decorative elements have been kept and still exhibit the skill of the Victorian craftsman. Balusters, posts, spindles and brackets are elaborately worked to produce a dense, but animated, screen-like facade. A projecting gabled sextion at the entrance simulated a portico. A small pent roof encloses the gable and decoratively-cut shingles are within. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 383-P 519, 371-442, 264-183. Northampton Directory: 1882-83. FORM F STRUCTURE MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Boston 5M -5-73- 075074 (Rev. 1 -76) D O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 4. Map. Draw sketch of structure location in relation to nearest cross streets, buildings, other structures, natural features. Indicate north. 1. Town Northampton Address off Riverside Drive and other Federal St. Name. Paper Mill Raceway Present use none Present owner 3. Type of structure (check one) Dimensions Setting Condition 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date January 1980 In Area no. Form n9. 30B- a multiple private bridge, pound canal x powder house dam street fort tower gate tunnel kiln wall lighthouse windmill 5. Description Date c. 1836 Source Reg. of Deeds Construction material stone 2 8 7. Original owner (if known) 8. T Original use raceway Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 1111;44 H e (check as m y an A *I* 0 Conservation FLcreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes c This canal is first mentioned in an 1836 deed. The owner at that time was the Northampton Paper Mills Co. They purchased the property from the Daniel Butler estate that same year, and built a 125x 38° brick mill. This replaced an earlier paper mill which had been built by Daniel's brother William about 1790. The c. 1790 paper mill was the first in Northampton and one of the earliest in western Massachusetts. The site had first been used for a fulling mill, built in 1702 by John Co' `?s. The earlier mills were probably more closely situated to Broughton°E Brook which empties into the Mill River 200 yards farther downstream from the present mill =it's, and relied on the brrok for their motive power. 10. ibliography and/or references such as local histories, dez s, assessor's records, early maps, etc. 1794 and 1831 Town Maps. 1854 and len County Maps. 1873, 1884, 1895 nd 1915 Atlal,es. Registry of Deeds: Bk 414-P 345, 277-270 through 273, 273-401, 268-207 through 210, 124175, 79-96,78-60, 72-531, 6-435. mpshire Gazette, June 3, 1904, 250th number. cked A* ove) 475 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7-77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) e Moved ess T. Purseglove House :ent use 5. Lot size Northampton 60 Norwood Ave. $ent owner Richard and Fern Denno ;ription: c. 1885 ource Atlas and Directory hitect Outbuildings (describe) Other features Exterior wall fabric clapboard One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 30B -2 residence x Over one acre 7, Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Thomas Purseglove (2)) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development X Political •a 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Norwood Ave. was laid out in two sections from Main St, (now Riverside Drive) to Walnut St., the forst being in 1872 and the second in 1883. The northern end of the street was elevated approximately fifty feet above the southern end and provided fine vistas south to the Mount Tom Range. The area was pred• }minent,y inhabited by employees of the two cutlery companies located near here on the Mill River. The first known owner of this house was Thomas Purseglove, a cutler with the Northampton Cutlery Co., who was first listed here in 1885. The house is two and a half stlories in height, with gable end to the street and a cross gable on the southein side. The front gable has fish -scale shingles in the upper portion and two small rec- tangular windows below. A one story porch with •sts, curved brackets, and a simple balustrade extends across the facade, around the corner, and across the aide of the cross gable facing the street. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1890 -910 37m-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 6 (over) Date ent use ;rip ource In Area no. Form no. 30B -5 Northampton ess 57 Norwood Ave. ;ent owner Herbert and Beatrice c. 1890 hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Organization NHC Atlas and Directory Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan April 1980 residence Purseglove clapboard X 30 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development X Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Norwood Ave. was laid out in two sections. The first, in 1872, was from Main St. (now Riverside Drive) northerly to a "proposed street" (a paper extension of the present Wood Ave.). The second section in 1883, was from the proposed street northerly to Warner St. This house was built at the southeast corner of Norwood Ave. and Watner St. between 1884 and 1895. The first known owner was Willis Blakesley, an employee of the Northampton Cutlery Co., who was first listed here in 1892. The house is one and a half stories in height, with gable end to the street and a cros gable on the southern side. The gables are clad with fish -scale shingles and a one -story porch with hipped roof, square posts and simple balustrade extends across the facade and wraps around the southern side to the cross gable. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1892 -93. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 26 -28 Norwood Avenue in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Exterior 'wail fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size- One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date In Area no. Northampton NHC April 1980 Form no. 30B -19 clapboard 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) double residence Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development X Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation This one and a half story cottage was one of the few 19th century double houses built in Bay State, Other than the brick block at the curve in Riverside Drive most of the residential development of the 19th century took the form of single family houses, generally one and a half.story cottages. The house is one and a half stories in height with gable end to the street and a one story porch across the facade. The porch has square posts with curved brackets. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston l<llmnnul in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 12 Hinckley St. 3 J.P. Seidell House 0 al (over) Northampton ent owner Butler and Marion Gilman ription: 1884 -1886 Outbuildings- (describe) bay window, decorative Other features shingles, turned porch posts with 5. Lot size: fan -like brackets and balusters connected by cut -out pattern Altered Date Moved Date One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street In Area no. Form no. 30B -23 'EZs 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 14 7. Original owner (if known) Original use re idence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) John P. Seidell F9r. Seidell was employed as Cutlery Co. 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1886 ®87. Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This Compact, L- shaped house illustrates a good number of local, late nineteenth century decorative techniques. Saw -tooth shingles are used in the front gable and side of the rch gable while wide boards are used at the base and heads of the first and second floor windows as a type of string course. A three -sided by with polygonal roof pro jects from the front gable. The front porch roof is a continuation of The ain roof and shelters a Balf• >rch composed of turned posts, fan brackets and cutout balustrade. roman for the North :mpton' 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) ��z 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in, relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton sent owner Edith and Roland Cardinal cription: 1895 -1915 :hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 5. Lot size: One acre or less 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 30B -25 x Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 clapboard Over one acre y3 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development X Political .p 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation This house was built around the turn of the century on Maple St. (now Liberty St.). Originally, this lot was part of the Main St. (now Riverside Drive) fronting lot, which was owned by Luke White in 1895. As development in Bay State proceeded however, a number c•.`i the deep Main St. lots were subdivided to produce residential lots the side streets. The house is two and a half stories high, gable end to the street, with a cross gable on the southern side. A one -story porch with hipped roof, turned sts, fancy brackets and balustrade extends across the facade, while a similar but smaller •rch is recessed under the side cross gable. 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915, and 1922° 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 37m-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess e 6. Recorded by Organization Date Northampton ;ription: ource ritect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage In Area no. sent use residence c. 1895 NHC April 1980 Date E. Lonergan Form no. 30B -40 14 Liberty Street ;ent owner Exilda Struthers Atlas and Directory clapboard x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 'jay 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1890 -91, 1895 -96, Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation The house is two and a half stories in height, gable end to the street, with a cross gable on the southern side. Decoratively cut shingles are used in the gables, and the front gable has a small, projecting double window. A one story porch with hipped roof, turned posts, and a balustrade with turned spindles covers the facade, while the egos gable has a projecting, wo- story, three -sided bay. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Maple St. (now Liberty St,,) was part of the Bay State Hardware Co.'s subdivision plan, which was filed in 1867. The subdivision contained residential lots, which were made available to the employees of the expanding Bay State cutlery firms. In the beginning most of the houses were owned by the cutlery companies, who then sold them to employees later on. Originally, this lot was part of the Main St. (now Riverside Dr.) fronting lot, which was owned by W.R. Holiday in 1884° The lot was split between 1884 and 1895, and the present house built _on- -the part in the rear. In 1895 it was owned by Adam Englehart, formerly and employee of the Northampton Cutlery Co., but at that time a bicycle repairer. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. F :nt owner Ignacy Czarniecki FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston P3Pr Y sfll'T vl L nr'G E DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. ,n v z n Y U l\ I i e Y�- ENE- Organization Commi ssion `J \976 Date (over) Mp,�s. H1ST GOWN' In Area no. Form no. 33[3-93 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 2 stories; brick with stone trim; flat roof; 2 interior chimneys; later porch Altered porch added Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre 95 feet Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6 Recorded by 30 feet C. Dubie Northampton Histori cal December 1, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) William Holiday Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) William Holiday bought a half an acre lot from the Bay State Hardware Co, in 1867. This was lot three on Bay State Hardware Co.'s 1867 plan for the development of Main St. (now Riverside Drive), High St. (now Lexington Ave.), andMaple St. (now Liberty St.). These street are situated on the lower slope of the south side of Baker's Hill near the manufactory. In many instances the eompany had houses built and rented them to its emp fee; This prabably didn't happen here as,this is a more substantial house than the others in the area. It is the only 19th century brick residence in Bay State and is a two storycubic block with a one story front porch and a one story rear addition. A flatroof caps the block and is. supported by double brackets on a wide friezeboard. The windows are round- headed and two over two. The three bay facade has two double windows flanking a central window. William Holiday was a millwright and occupied the house until 1890 wl he sold it to Christian Markle. Markle is listed as an inspector for the Northampton Cutlery Co. (the sucessor to the =ay State Hardware Co.) in the local directory. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884, and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 432- P. 84, 241 -530 Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 1890 -91. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) Date ,ss 139 Riverside Drive �nt use residence .nt owner Helen Galenski ription: 1862 -1869 urce itect Northampton Exterior wall fabric "clapboard' Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization NHC In Area no. Form no. 30B -59 Registry of Deeds E. Lonergan May 1980 '13(0 7. Original owner (if known) Oscar Edwards; Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884, and 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 264- Pg. 347, 208 -144, 204- 156,197 -3220 Northampton Directory: 1860 -61, 1868 -69, 1873 -74, 1885 -B6. 6 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1862 Oscar Edwards bought lots nine and ten of J.H. Lyman °s plan for the area bounded by Warner Ste, Hinckley St.,aBiverside Rd. and Federal St. The toal price was $128. Seven years later he sold both lots and a dwelling house to Jonatham Baldwin for $1600. Mr Edwards, a local druggist, doesn °t seers to have lived here, but probably had the house built for lease. biro Baldwin, a cutler at the Clement Cutlery, did li% her until the early 1890 °so This two story house has the gable end to the street and a cross gable on the western slide. A one -story porch covers the two -bay facade and extends around the corner to the cross gable. The porch is composed of turned posts, fancy brackets, a balustrade with turned spindles, and a lattice base. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston c-u -r t`t i? 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. NVP-Y H AMPTO IJ S(- E w IN, a, CI) 224 \mssQto DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) e No rthamp ton ess Riverside Drive at Ladd Avenu e Worker' s Housin ,g, Bay State Hardware Company ent use Residences ent owner various ription: )urce Architect unknown 1860 -1866 Registry of Deeds, 236 ®300 Exterior wall fabric wood Outbuildings (describe) Other features J,' :`stories; wood frame dwellings with ridge roof, chimney; some later porches and entries. Altered Moved 5. Lot size: In Area no. none no Date no Date Approximate frontage 360 feet 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Form no. MAY 5 1976 '-13 30B• (Ot -Q1 total Less than one acre Over one acre x Approximate distance of building from street 4- Organization Northampton Hi s to ri cal Date Ap ri�l :C94iVED 7 (De iuit1 r (if Original u;;e T...) i_1 i IOU:: J. rig ie CA-)m)rtiiy Subsequent uses (if any) and dates worker housi.11P private residences 4 0? 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aburigiiial Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry :LIZ ___Social/ CoImnunication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This group of six frame dwellings was erected by the Bay State 1Iardcaare Company in the mid- nineteenth century. The dwellings are mentioned in a deed from the Hardware Cornrany to the International Screw Nail Company in 1866 selling "all the real 236 estate ...lying southerly of the highway leading from Nutting' s 300 brickyard.. etoL ;ether with six dwelling houses now standing thereon and occupied by te_nants.BB The dwellings are part of a complex of factory structures and worker' s housing dating from the mid nineteenth century and documenting the growth of the cutlery industry in the village of Bay State. The dwellings are 1 height, with steeply pitched gable roofs and interior chitoneys. Located on the southerly side of Riverside Drive, the structures establish the modest character of Bay State Village. 1: "rile not significant as ‘•:orks of architecture, the dwellings elucidate the relationship between the employment and family life of the mill '.orker in the nineteenth century. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early reaps, etc.) Deeds Hampshire Count 1812.227 8980423 Registry of p y9 373,470, 346.121, 328.221 263.181, 234.300. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston D R F'EV36 1976 MASS. HiS1• 'M. (over) Architect tinknnTon with Altered Moved 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by L In Area no. Form no. 3o G- 7► 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. MHC Photo no. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 164 Riverside Drive iption: nt use Residence nt owner Edward T. McGrath Bungfil nw framing; no Date no Date Northamp ton Exterior wall fabric woo d garage; small vine Outbuildings (describe) covered summerhouse two prominent chimneys Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 200 feet Approximate distance of building from street 15 feet story; low gables C. Dubi e Organization Northampton Hi s to ri cal Commi s sion Date November 15, 1975 7. Original owner. (if known) Charles Miller Original use .esidence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Resi dence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architedtural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) this single story ,structure with abundant gables and generous over- hanging roofs is representative of the economical 16 bungalowa 0 style popular in the early twentieth century. A low roof with gentle slope, prominent chimney, and generally horizontal mass are other identifying characteristics of the style. A similarly styled garage is located to the southwest of the dwelling. In 1916 the property was transferred and no structures were mentioned in the deed. It is probable that the bungalow was built shortly following the sale of the land. A small summerhouse on the property would appear to date from the 1910° so the twentieth century residence is located on Riverside Drive over .'kir the Mill River. To the east and west are located nineteenth century mill complexes which capitalized on the swift running river' s waterpowe] Also to the west are numerous units of worker's housing erected by industrial concerns. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Marcus Whitten, American Architecture A Guide to the Styles, p o 217 -221 Prz FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings`. Indicate north. 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. `MILL RIVg 1 2 (over) Altered Northampton (Bay State) 15 Ladd Avenue ess Ladd Avenue and Clement St. ent use re si_dence ent owner Henry Eleanor Sicard ription: 1865 -1870 Re istry of Deeds, 225.208, >urce 277.1 Architect unknown One acre or less Gothic Cottage Exterior wall fabric woo Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 2 stories, numerous gables; windows with arched cornices and gothic dripstone moldings no Moved no Date Approximate frontage 100f eet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. 'Du.bi e Date x Over one acre Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date Sep al E 1 D MAY 5 1976 7. Original owner (if known)_ Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) ,(...3 Foster r Residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce I ndustry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This rural .gothic cottage was built between 1865 and 1870 on land purchased from the Bay State Hardware Company, one of the many industrial concerns which occupied the site of the present Northampton Cutlery Company, Edward Foster purchased the unimproved land for $275 in 1864 and sold the "land with homestead buildingst for $2700 in 1871 to Harlow Ladd© It is probable that the dwellir was not constructed by 1868 when Foster sold a right of way through the property; no mention of structures on the property is made in the deed. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, assesr�or's n...cords, early re aps, etc.) Registry of Deeds 1 :a:noshir'e C .l<<y, 11230138, 9830318 J 9420496, 9230451, 8930209, 833.233, 822.0260, 818063, 365a348, 595.291: 277 ©1, 2250208, 254 ©94© 3714 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviap. DV a 5iteLeii uutiuitls ivy a�ivii in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Q (over) L Northampton ess ent use Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less 31 Ladd Ave. residence sent owner Charles and Dora Ouimet :ription: 1860 -67 Puree Map and Reg, of Deeds Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 30B -82 Date Date x Over one acre 7. Original owner (if known) Bay State Hardware Co. Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) 1860 County Map. 1873,1884 and 1895 Atlases. •a Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation This house i one and a half atorie in height, gable end to the street, with aside kitchen ell. Simple one -story porches with square posts cover the facade of the main block and the ell. Wide cornerposts, friezeboards and projecting window surrounds are the other elements of ornamentation on this simple cottage. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This one and a half story house was built during the 1860 °s for the Bay State Hardware Co., which was located just north of here at the curve in Riverside Drive. The Hardware Co. owned most of the land in Bay State north and east of Riverside Drive and filed a subdivision plan in 1867 for the development of residential lots. ny of the houses were first owned by the company (or their sucessors, Northempt Cutlery Co.), and sold to individual owners later on. This house and lot was purchased by James Mantor, a mechani in 1867, for $2000. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL CniviAnTQQTry- 2 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. M Grtm-p orz.) 001( ■NI111110 RECEIVE FEB 6 19§ IVIAS n In Area no. Form no. 3o13-cil 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Approximate frontage No rthAmp ton Ladd Avenue Riversi de Drive Cl PMPIlt Cutleizy Factory J G Enterprises 1866 October 30, 1866 rce Hampshire Gazette Architect E. C. Gardner Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) sp Other features 2 stories; mansard with wooden dormers; cupola; 16 bays deep, 4 wide. tower to south Altered addition Date Moved no Date Over one acre x 30 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date October 30, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Factory International Screw Nail ('-omnn_y Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Facto ry 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry x Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The first factory built on this sight belonged to the International Screw Nail Company of New York. The concern purchased an eight acres parcel from the Bay State Hardware Co. in 1866 for $6000 and an article dated October 30, 1866 mentions the new Screw Nail factory designed by E. C. Gardner. The property later passed into the hands of the W. T. Clement Cutlery Company. The mill structure is 16 bays deep and four bays wide two stories in height and capped by a deep mansard roof with dorcmers. Windows are set in a slightly recessed plane; window arches are fashioned of brick with stone keystones. In the plane of the exterior wall surface columns topped with capitals indicated in polychrome strecth from ground level to cornice. A tower with cupola is attached to the southerly facade and rises above the center of the structure. E. C. Gardner, who began his career in Florence and later gained recognition as a Springfield architect and author of several patternbooks, designed this factory structure at a time when many industrial buildings were being built. Gardner' s other early commissions included a bank in Florence and a school (both demolished) and some buildings of the Florence Sewing Machine Co. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazette, October 30 1866. 0 °A Chronicle of Industry on the Mill River," Smith College Studies in History, volume XXI, Nos. 1 ®4, p. 100. Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 1812.227 898.423 373.470, 346.121, 328.121, 263.181, 304.509, 234.227 236.300. 4. Map. Draw sketch of hulloing i ocaciuu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston )M -5- 73-075074 Altered Moved In Area no. Form no. 30B- SS Northampton (Bay State) ess Fpdpral Strppt Northampton Paper Company/ e Fa E, Wno d !fi r1pry factory factory ;ent owner Northampton Manufacturing ;ription: Corp. c. 1860 vi sual evidence; ource 1860 map of Northampton Z unknown Exterior wall fabric hri t-k Outbuildings (describe) numerous Other features brick structure c.1860 and other later factory structures. additions no 50 feet Date Date 5. Lot size: One acre or. less Over one acre x Approximate frontage 400 feet MAY 5 1976 mass. HIST. CO11/:4 Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C. Duhi e Organization Northampton Hi stn ri ca l Commi s sion Date 7, 'I I, 1 owner (if known) i „,1 I use factory I leo•►lt uses (if any) and dates t (check as inany'as �ipplicab1e) il;iu;►1 ft ►,Mural 1► III 1�:�;loral t ,11•1.14 a. $1)1III rce ►„11111 cation pity development fnct;ory: Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry y Social Military humanitarian Political Transportation ttip 1 •(f,;►1 significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The first mill on this site was a paper mill connected with the ,hire Gazette and owned by its founder, William Butler. Successive .,,,:pnies included: Butler Mill (1786 ®1835), Northampton Papermills 8.35- 1843), William Clark and Co. (1843 1869), Vernon Paper Co. (1869 1 ;;6 Northampton Paper Co. (1888-1889); E. E. Wood Cutlery (1889 b1 ►i' Northampton Paper Mills at one time owned the factory site on which Northampton Cutlery is now located. Butler° s papermill, "one of the first in western Massachusetts (was located) on the site of an old 1,.,Lling mill in Bay State Village.” 'The area was often designated Ka',;per Mill 'illaga°on nineteenth century atlases. Deeds conveying property along the river often make specific ;;;s: nLion of dams, raceways, and other water control equiptment; clauses &stricting owners° rights to discharge materials into the water often a dpear: paper making required good quality water. _;r:iphy and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, ,;;:cps, etc.) fl "A Chroncile of Industry on the Hill River ,'P Smith 11 ocre Studies in History, Volume XXI, Nos. 1 -4, po 22, 47. 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston z. 37M -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. "Indicate north. (over) Northampton ess gent use :ription: s (describe) hitect Exterior wall fabric asphalt shakes Outbuildin Other features madded porches Altered and siding Moved Date 5. Lot size In Area no. Form no. 30B -100 111 -113 Milton St. Paper Mill Boardingh:‹Xta ;ent owner residence Ralph Schmitter early 19th c, ource visual evidence Date mid 20th c. One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Organization NHC Date January 1980 175' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lomergan LL-1 7. Original owner (if known) Original use boarding house Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) William Butler, the founder of the Hampshire Gazette, established a paper mill at the confluence of Broughton Meadow Brook and the Mill River in 1786. This mill passed through many hands during the 19th century, and was continually being rebuilt after disasterous fires. A small village, aptly named Paper Mill Village, grew up around the mill during the 19th century and was totally owned by the mill owner. The 1887 transaction describes the property as consisting of "36 acres with 13 dwelling houses, a barn, store, sheds and brick paper mill with darns, water rights." This large boarding house appears to have originally been a five bay Colonial type with double interior chimneys. A "two -bay addition was made on the southern end. All windows have six- over -six sashes. There are two entrances on the facade, each wit "r. its own small porch. The northern entrance has paneled pilasters, sidelights and is topped by an entablature. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 414- P.345, 277 -270 through 273, 273 -401, 268 -207 through 21 124 -175, 85 -254, 79 -96 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 c. 1840 cross streets and other buildings Date or geographical features. Indicate north. Source visual evidence EPTION: 89 Federal St. riginal residence Recorded by Organization Date E. Loner NHC May 1980 a 5 Style Architect )riginal owner Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings resent residence hip: E0 Private individual Private organization Public Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 30B -114 444 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) This Greek Revival house was probably built as the mill super- intendent's house. Rockwell Wilson and George Hoffman, both of whom served as superintendent of the nearby mill, lived here. The house and land was part of the paper mill property, which during the 1360's consisted of "paper mill, store, eleven dwelling houses and other buildings The hodings were extensive enough to warrant the name Paper Mill Village on the 1873 atlas, while the street was called Paper Mill Row in the 1873 -74 directory. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Vernon St. and Federal St. were originally known as Paper Mill Rd. and led from Elm St. to the paper mill at the confluence of the Mill River and Broughton Meadow Brook. A paper mill was established here by William Butler in 1786. Sucessive companies included: Northampton Papermills (1835 -43), William Clark and Co. (1843-69), Vernon Paper Co. (1869 -86), and Northampton Paper Co. (1888 -89). In 18` the mill was transformed to manufacture cutlery. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1873 -74 18 75 -76, 1883 84. "A Chronicle of Industry on the Mill River Smith College Studies in History, vol. 21. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 E. Lonergan Recorded by Setting NHC Organization Date June 1980 Northampton is Name riginal resent )riginal owner EPTION: Approx. acreage 506 Florence Rd. Public (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 30C -49 residence residence hip:[ Private individual Private organization cross streets and other buildings Date late 19th century or geographical features Indicate north. Source visual evidence Style Architect clapboard Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date over one acre ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) This late 19th century house is distinguis ed by its two story corner tower with tent roof and finial, and a one -story fron -porch with hipped roof, projecting cornice with frieze and Tuscan columns. The main part of the house is 11 sotries in height, but there is a 22 story gabled porjection on the southern side of the house, which gives the house s complex, original profile. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Florence Rd., originally known as South St., first appears on the 1854 Hampshire Co. Map as a connecting route between Florence and Easthampton. The road begins at a junction with West St. (now Ryam Rd.) at the middle crossing of the Mill River at Florence, and heads south to a ;uncticn with E..sth..mp:on •d (now Wilson Rd.) near the Easthampton line. Only a few farms were scattered along this road until the 20th century and more particularly until after the Second World War when suburban development lined this street with houses. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 Coutny Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect Jonathan Preston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Ci vaTS P(1 it.c er-t) 20M -5- 73-075074 MHC Photo no. E5 T REE DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant T0 N a c P r t'A FEB 1976 (over) MASS. HIS1 OMM. 5. Lot size: Nnrr hemp ton Route 66 at the intersection a ss of West, Chapel, Burt' s Northampton State Hospital ent use State no spi tal ent owner Comm, of Massachusetts ription: 1856 Daily Hampshire Gazette ,urce February 26, 1856 Gothic Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) numerous Other features 5 stories (central); stone lintels; numerous elaborate gables; wings. Altered additions to Date various sides and rear Moved n o Date One acre or. less Over one acre x Approximate frontage 1/4 mile on Approximate distance of builain fr street 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Li In Area no. Form no. oD °7 'mile from West Street Organization No rthampton Historical Commi ssion Date August 30, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) rormm�r►s��ealth f 2�ass �.husetts Original use State mental hospital Subsequent uses (if any) and dates same 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The state hospital at Northampton, built in 1856, was the third state mental institution in Massachusetts, the Worcester and Taunton facilities having preceded it. Northampton was chosen as the site for the hospital, as well as for the county House of Correction in 1851, because of the pleasant environment and accesssibility of the town on the Connecticut River© The capacity of the 0 °Northampton Lunatic Hospita] was 250 at its opening; patients employees, and supervisors were housed in the single four story building. Since the last quarter of the nineteenth century varic additions have been made to the original structure and numerous n buildings have been built on the grounds of the state hospital. The original structure is one of two important institutional structures built in Northampton in the 1850 G. F. Jo Bryant desi nec the House of Correction for the county in 1851; Jonathan Freston, also from Boston, designed the Gothic Lunatic Hospital in 1856. The massiveness and what the modern viewer would term the grimness of the Victorian structure were calculated to instill in the inmate a sense of security and stability. While the angular qualities of the design were intended to secure abundant light and air for all inmates, local architectural tastes,which ran to the smooth and the symmetrical, were at odds with the gothic design. The original design included a central structure with two wings three stories in height. Stone was used in the window areas and at the cornice line. The roofline of the complex is exceptionally irregular and well set against the sky as the hospital buildings are located atop a hill. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, February 26, 1856; The Northampton Book, "Northampton State Hospital, 1858-1952," p. 371 -376. 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ription: Northampton 330 Elm Street A. B. Butler House Resi dence Colonial Revival. Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features- end chimneys; semi- circular portico; brick pediments with stone keystones 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. MHC Photo no. R.CUa T DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant a INvENTozIED (over) Altered Moved 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date :SS In Area no. Form no. 3I �A-Z, no no 40 feet C. Dubi e Date Date JUN 4 1976' MASS. HIST. COM(VI, uy7 Northampton Histori cal Commi ssion I `7. Original Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Hu manitarian Community development Political Transportation f 1: 1 i ar 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This brick residence was built for A. B. Butler on land at the corner of Elm and Vernon Streets© Butler purchased the property from Elizabeth Pomeroy in 1919, at which time no structures were mentioned. The residence is a compact Colonial Revival style dwelling which closely follows the design of brick dwellings of the later 18th century. End chimnuzeys rise from the ridge roof and balance a symmetrical facade five bays wide© In the ground floor the window openings are set off by keystones marking the pediments, a semi circular portico supported by columns shields a sidelit entrance. To the rear a two story el with Palladian windows and a bank of windows departs from the colonial form reproduced in the Elm Street facade. The house is a good example of the early 20th century interest in the colonial forms of architecture© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1915 Insurance Map of Northampton. (Forbes Library) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 753.493, 1330 ®43. /r7 0 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston EL-M ST?' Ems 7 Gothic Cottage Northampton ess 319 Elm Street A. H. Lyman Cottage ent use Residence 1V1d.1J. Li Cl. VV anu F.. ..�_...�.�b in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 1 7] i -1A 20M -5- 73-075074 /ruarlh attl DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ;ent owner Dennis Arlene Nolan ;ription: In Area no. Form no. 3)A -3 Exterior wall fabric w ood Outbuildings (describe) garage attached Other features numerous gables in east 5 south facades, door hood; bay in east facade; additions rear Altered np Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by 30 feet C. Whip Organization Northampton Hi stori cal Commission Au1,�5 APK 51976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Resi dance Subsequent uses (if any) and dates resi_d e 8. Themes (check as many °as applicable) Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 1+0r 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This cottage was designed in 1870 by W. F. Pratt and built for A. H. Lyman on upper Elm Street, "between the Towle and Clement residences Lyman purchased lot #2 from II. G. Maynard for $1000 in 1869 and sold the parcel ether witt, the dwellinghouse thereon standing" to S. C. Parsons in 1871. (Lyman is referred to as A. W. Lyman at Registry of Deeds.) Resembling several plans for cottages in Andrew Jackson D wni_ng° s patternbooks, the Lyman cottage combines various gothic features© The front facade is gabled and rather plain; the easterly elevation of the structure incorporates numerous gables and distinctive bay window. Of these features Downing wrote, "Verandas, piazzas, bay windows, balconies, etc. are the most valuable general truths in Domestic Architecture; they express domestic habitation more strongly because they are chiefly confined to our own dwellings." Thoughtful later additions to the cottage have added to its gothic character by creating a series of gables. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) The Architecture of Country Houses, by A. J. Downing, D. Appleton Co., 1850. 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. .uraw bn uuaa..a.ac. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. 'Indicate north. a f 20M-5-73-075074 Vie ,d±A1T rut rrrEf. h DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) jss In Area no. Form no. 31A-`I Nort ton 309 Elm Street C. H. Clark Cottage ant use Residence ent owner Marion C Armond ription: 1869 -1873 Registry of Deeds, 264.296 3urce Beer' 1873 Atlas �itect unknown Exterior wall fabric wood Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features roof with bracketed Q later Parch and bays. Altered n Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Northamp t Hi stn di a Commission Date N APR 5 1976 MASS. HIST.. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use C. H. Clark Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. 'Phonies (check as many as'applicable) Ahorigi na1 Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce' Industry Communication Military Community development Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. historical significance ('include explanation of themes checked above) This cottage in the bracketed style was built at the corner of Elm and Massasoit Street between 1869 and 1873aand stands on a lot carved from a large parcel owned by Ho G. Maynard. Maynard filed the plan of 30 lots on Elm and Massasoit: Streets in 1869 and in that same year sold lot #1 to C. H. Clark, The adjoining property, lot was sold to Am H Lyman in 1869; Lyman {erected a cottage designed by WF Pratt on the property in 1870.) Upp =r Elm Street was a'prestigioi residential area--J. H. Lyman had built two modest mansions on r` Street in 1861 and 1866--and Maynard sod the unimproved Lots fc $10000 This modest cottage design appears a number of times in Northampton, particularly in Florence w'oere at, Least four dwellings were built on the design. The cottage )n upper Elm is most effective as a result of its corner`Locltion, abundant greenery and proximity to two other fine ninetee th century residences. The deep overhang of the cottage roof i supported by light brackets and casts deep shadows over th facade of the dwelling. A corner porch, perhaps of later date, :ncloses the area between the two main masses of the structure. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 264.296; Beer's 1873 Atlas of Northam:3ton 3/73 FORM B BUILDING A1ASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston IV1c1.(J. Ll CC w onc�c,u vi vuaiu i.b in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. ''Indicate north. ent owner ription: 1888 -91 .,aitect 11, Massasoit St. 37M-7 -77 cf:1 d 1:;;3 ett b (over) ess In Area no. Form no. 31A -5 Northampton Other features wrap around porch with turned posts, spindle frieze and balustrade, 1 -story front bay.` Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use reeidence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1888 Oren Smith bought the rear part of the Wood homestead on Elm St. This homestead was bounded westerly by C•'assasoit Sta which had been opened in 1869 and northerly by Arlington St. By 1895 .six houses had been built, all two stories in height and L- shaped. Variety is.oprom vided through different projections and trim detailing. In 1891 Mr® Smith sold this house and lot to Catherine Brown© This house features saw -tooth boarding in the gables, a patterned string course between the clapboarded first sbbry and shingled second story, a bay window with front pediment and bracketed cornice on the facade and a wraparound porch with spindle frieze, turned posts with small decorative brackets, and a turned balustrade© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 At.aseso Registry of Deeds: Bk© /l'dh P. 223, 418 3210 iTorthampton Directory: 1895 ®96® FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Residence and Office Present owner Dr. David KOtffman Description: 3 story frame Kof 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 2 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. f1 1Y(o er)197 i MASS. HIST. COMM. Town Northampton Address 293 Elm Street Source Style Queen Anne 6- Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) :odern 2 car garage Other features two sides. 3 story bay 4 way roof with iron decoration on peak Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: In Area no. G- wood Form no. Front porch extends on Corner lot 80' X 158' Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 80' Approximate distance of building from street 50' 6. Recorded by Eleanor T. Lincoln Organization ;,Northampton Hist. Comm. Date February 1977 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Lewis J. Dudley idence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence and Doctors 'Offices 1974 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Heirs of Andrew Wood who lived at 289 Elm Street sold land at the corner of Massasoil Street first to Oren B. Smith, Smith sold to Lewis J. Dudley on june 3, 1F391. Dudlf2y prominent in Northampton, built the house soon after that date; it appears on the 'Map of Northampton 1b95 in 1918 the property was sold by the Trustees of Lewis Dudley. to Frances T. Krause. The Krause heirs L,H.0Hobbie, Francis A Reynolds, sold to Dr.David Koffman in 1974 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Deeds Book 1805 p. 121 1974 741 534 1918 442 43 1891 418 321 1888 Map of Northampton. 1895 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston relation to nearer, ‘er buildings. Indicate north. 5M 2 75 R061465 =9 Elm 1 T num i Moved no 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Approximate frontage In Area no. Form no. 71A- Northampton 289 Elm Street W. T. C1emPnt House (first) Residence mer Arthur R. Hoener 1n: .,rior wall fabric brick 50 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Registry of Deeds, 194.308 Gazette, 8/7/1860 Second Empire unknown Outbuildings (describe) barn Other features 2 stories plus mansard; tower and dormers; bay in easterly facade. mansard story later than body Altered of house Date c. 1880 Date" Over one acre 110 feet Approximate distance of building from street Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date Aurust IE. LIVED APR 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) W. T. Clement Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The property on which this brick residence is located was purchased by W. T. Clement, a Northampton manufacturer, from the estate of Edward Clarke© Four months after this transaction, in October 1860, the Gazette noted that Clement was about to build a two story brick house on the north side of Elm Street, above John Hartung' s. This brick structure undoubtedly served as the base of the present residence. Clement sold his fine estate to a Lucy Rutherford in 1873 for the princely sum of $15,500, but the Rutherfords failed to pay their mo and in 1879 Clement sold the property once again, to 4. S© Wood whose family retained the property for about a decade. The core of the residence--the two story brick structure built about 1860 ®i s a dominantly horizontal mass with broad low window openings spanned by modest brick arches. This portion of the structur was probably once capped by a flat bracketed roof and resembled two brick cottages planned by W. F. Pratt and built on Elm Street for D. Clark and Co M. Kinney in 1860 =18610 A deep mansard with hooded dormers now caps the 2 story brick structure. The central tower rises a story above the mass of the house and contains eyelike windows which cast shadowy glances about the Victorian residence and surrounding grounds. A large and well- built barn of similar style is located to the rear of the dwelling© Shortly tollowing A. S. Wood° s purchase of the property from t1. T. Clement in 1879, W. F. Pratt planned "improvements" for the dwelling; these probably included the mansard and tower. s.<,�.; ll i 1 I r 1' ..',z i C iC1c6 C-, VC_.w s.,l�� 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, asse`ssor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 928.374, 743.425, 474. 114}, 418.321, 393.405, 350 105, 327.370371, 325.449, 300 ©485 220.205, 1940388© Daily Hampshire Gazette, August 7, 1860, September 9,18" Clement in 1879 purchased land on the corner of Elm and College Lane and there had built a brick and stone residence now part of Smith College. This dwelling, designed by W. F. Pratt, is known as the 2nd W. To Clement House in this inventory. MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston at-N\ ST2t T 2TE `1 :ription Northampton 281 Elm Street Eddy Residence ent use residence ent owner Arthur Mary Grimm 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. 'Indicate north. vieC �YCr: 0 0 n IV '3 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) nr .iitect Exterior wall fabric clapboards attached Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features' hipped roof w/2 end chimneys; cornice with dentils; Altered Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre 80 feet Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Date 1915 -1920 Registry of Deeds; 1915 Map of Northampton unknown 50 feet C. Dubie 131A -q 1 irt S3 Northampton Histo Commission May _ra:7.�. JUN 4 iQ JV1ASS. HiST. L, a 1.11 k.1: llUl (i ()ri inal use s]. jcnce Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) h'or,ice W. Eddy residenc .ii,v, ibival Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religions Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military I-Iumanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This. Georgian Revival style residence was built on Elm Street between and 1921 when Horace Eddy sold the recently created "tract with building" to Adelaide Ramage. The 80 foot wide parcel was created from the Williams Homestead to the northwest and the Mather Homestead to the southeast© The wooden frame structure exhibits the proportions and symmetrical arrangement of the Colonial and Colonial Revival styles© The facade is a horizontal mass with stocky end chimneys and hipped roof.- The evenly spaced bays carry small projecting cornices with decorative frieze. The entrance is distinguished by pilasters and the broken gooseneck pediment known as the "Connecticut Valley Doorway." The design demonstrates that many Colonial Revival designs borrowed freely from all periods of colonial architecture. 10: Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 772.411. 1915 Sanborn Insurance Map of Northampton. Forbes Library. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Lt" TT MHC Photo no. (t 9 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant Im.sesseanocomos• (over) ess 275 Elm Street .ent use Rpqi ripm ;ent owner Charles Kathryn Stark Northampton Exterior wall fabric bri ck Outbuildings (describe) none Other features asymmetrical massing; stepped gable; bays; decorative chimneys; fi shscal.e shingling Altered additions Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Approximate frontage Mather House In Area no. unknoum Form no. 3I-/o 1882 1 shire Gazette Queen Anne. Over one acre x 130 feet .■•••■■■■=1=1 Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet 6. Recorded by C. Oubie JUN 19 MASS. HL,T. COMM, LIS 4 -1 Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date May 26 197 RECm1VED 7. Or;s;inal owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence residence /offices 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large and well built brick residence was erected in 1882 for John L. Mather, a local mason and contractor© Mather had various commissions to build foundations for public builings and in 1880, did the stonework on the Williston mansion on Round Hill. 49/ Mather' s own residence was a three story brick and, stone structure of Queen Anne styling, with prominent gables and chimneys. The central gable is strongly English in character© The changing planes of the roof also contribute 'to the complex silhouette. Wooden fishscale shingles typical of residential work in this period are also used. A wing has been added to the rearm The structure is one of a group of Victorian residences built on upper Elm Street in the later nineteenth century. It: relates to both the W. T. Clement House (1879),289 Elm Street, with mansard roof, and the G. P. Dickinson House (1880) designed by E. C. Gardner. 0 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records. early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazette, 8/29/1882 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets arid other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5 -7 3-075074 I DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. S 5. Lot size: ECE 'F to .(Pver):. (1 MAS HiST. COMM Town Northampton Address 231 Elm Street Name Present use Apartments Present owner Armand Moggio Description: 3 story frame house Date 1890 -95 Source Deeds Town Maps st Que. e.o. A-InYNe Architect Exterior wall fabric Wood Outbuildings (describe) as rn Other features Two story porch under a 3rd story g =:ble. Two story bays right and left of entrance porch under third story dormers. Two large inside chimneys.alance Altered Cement steps Date Iron porch supports Moved Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 95 ft. Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Eleanor T. Lincoln Organization Northampton Hist. Commission April 1977 30 ft. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) wines De Atkins Apartments Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Property on Elm Street owned by E. W. Sanderson was plotted in 1874, Sanderson Avenue opened from Franklin Avenue, and two lots established on Elm Street. Lot 1 was pure ased by William Fm Pratt, tLe architect, who built a house for himself at 229 Elmo Lot #2 was purchased by J. D. Atkins in 1890. Before 1895 when the house appears on the Map of Northa:.:pton, numbered 251 Elm, Atkins built his residence which continued in the Atkins family until'1920., For two decades thereafter it was owned by Francis E. 0 °brier. Division into apartments,it ::!ay be supposed,was made between 1943 and 19460 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds: Book 310 po 530 1874 394 403 1885 437 35 1890 764 37 1920 974 277 1943 1004 80 1946 1571 338 1970 1832 19 1379 Maps Lj 5 Plan in Book 310 p. 530 1873 8E14 895 on this map the house is numbered 251 Street Directories 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ELM 5� REET C 1Zc�ut`C IN1VEN To, i E b F orE(ZTy 3n DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ent owner North Hatfield Realty In Area no. Form no. 3► A -Iy 1895 Registry of Deeds, 1895 Atlas of Northamp. Arcnitect William F. Pratt, Jr. Exterior wall fabric wood Outbuildings (describe) Other features corner tower; gables; 2 story porch; paired interior chimneys; shingled wall surfaces Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie garage JUN A. 1975 Organization No rt hams to n Historical Commission Date May MASS. HIST. cc:,1, 7. Original owner (if }mown) 1'15._ ;s 31 !'tit]_c Co rr.Lt Ociginal use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This residence in the Queen Anne style was built on Elm treet c01895 for the Pratt family. It is probable that William Y. Pratt, Jr., son of W. F. Pratt and grandson of Thomas Pratt, was responisble for its design. Pratt sold the "lot of land fronting on Elm to Jennie C. Pratt in 1895; the house appears on the 1895 atlas of the city0 Similar in its general design to other turn-of-the-century residences on Elm Street, the residence is two stories in height, with steeply pitched hipped roof, projecting gables, and hexagonal corner tower. Windows are of regular shape and spacing a nd the stained glass decorative work typical in such houses is absent. Rectangular and scalloped shingles cover the wall surfaces0 WF Pratt Jr. entered the architectural profession in Northampton about 1880, joining his father© The younger Pratt was not highly successful and was never an important figure in the Northampton building community. residence LiTlo 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 4770183, 4310309 1895 Atlas of Northampton. FORM L' BUILDING MASSACIIUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ent use residence ription: 225 Elm Street Southwick House Other features brick ground story; 1906 -1915 Registry of needs; aurce 1915 Mai Q" e4 P"14 6 v 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. G• -■4 ;racE i C/z0-i"TE y) DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ess In Area no. Form no. 31A- is Northampton Exterior wall fabric brick shin Outbuildings (describe) gables with framed overhang; dor- mer windows; chimneys with stone Altered no Moved no 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 150 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C. D.ibi e Organization Date trim 30 feet Date Date Northampton Historical Ma 19 7. 1-- I JUN a_ i976 MASS. HIST. CO:.i :.1. Ori „in :11 o\ \'lief if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This. Tudor Revival style residence was erected at the corner of Elm and Franklin Streets in the first decade of the twentieth century. The house was built for Eldbridge. Southwick, who pur- chased the homestead of Henry Edwards in 1'06 and rebuilt on the lot between that time and 1915© The facade is organized in three hori.;,ontal sections: a brick and stone ground floor; a shingled sr:cond story; a story composed primarily of projecting, overhang' ng gables© Half- timbering is employed in the gables and tat chimneys and steeply pitched hipped roof define the mass and allude to English architecture. Brick and stone •employed,ir the first story and as supporting, piers for the porch. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire (ounty, 607.65 Sanborn Insurance Naps, 1915. Forbes Library. El dbri dge Southwick Residence Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political WSJ Residence Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social Humanitarian Transportation Architectural reason for inventorying: age ar.d kyle CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 j/ 2. Town NORTHAMPTON Street address 38 Franklin Street Name Use: original present Home Present owner David H. McAlpine, Jr. Open to public no Date c .1760 Style Colonial Source of date local tradition (alsp see Bibliogbaphy) Architect unl'a1o4,n (Churchill house) OR part of Area 3. CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added 4. DESCRIPTION )UNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material brick WALL COVER: Wood Brick Stone Other ROOF: RiclLe Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 1 s 1 glass^ri in (r.----7,r) PORTICO yes Ralnnny r 3I A- Z3 FACADE: Gable end: Front /side Ornament Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side Details: Windows: Spacing: 1 lar /Irregular Identical /Varied Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards 5, Indicate location of building in relation to 6. Footage of structure from street Zit nearest cross streets and other buildings Property has 130 feet frontage on street a Recorder Miriam E. Peters w <a 1 z ^3 ty u 21 For Northampton Historical Society Photo Date 1970 SEE REVERSE SIDE veL. -4 �e RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE `ESTRICTIONS Deed Information: Book Number n s neA a 'e nene.nn 1, Outbuildings Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal nlormal Predominant features shr-ubs and lame trees Landscape architect 3 Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian IT Lombard Roam, Venelfan Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE Off' SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) Thls house bras once part of the famous Round Hill School for boys which operated from 1823 to 18314. It was the residence for the farmer who cared for the school° s land, crops and livestock. The school was founded by George Bancroft (noted historian) and Joseph Green Cogswell. The house was later owned and occupied by Prof. and Mrs. Alfred Vance Churchill, and was acquired in 1971 by the present owner. Daily Hampshire Gazette February 26, 1958= article and picture Jriginal Owner: Page Registry of Deeds 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Q El 11 Et N ",r CRt>FT (over) utect Frank Huxley- carpenter Dorothy Date Northampton rior wall fabric .,uLuuildings (describe) carriage house and 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC In Area no. March 1980 Form no. 31A -25 Huxley clapboard Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Date Date 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Frank L. Huxley Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large house was built in _1907 for Frank Huxley. Mr. Huxley was a carpenter adn probably built this house himself. He learned his trade from his father John Huxley and spent about 25 years in the contrancting business. He operated a large woodworking shop in the rear of his house. The house is 24 stories in height with gable end to the street and features a two story bay window capped by a large waZZ gable on the southern side. A one -story pedimented portico covers the front entrance and there is a gazebo -like extension to the side. In the rear of the house is a La story carriage house with cupola, and a 24 story frame building which appears older than the other structures and served as a woodworking shop. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 6. 2860 County Map. Z873, 1884, 2895 and Z9Z5 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, Z905. Z9Z5, Z9Z8. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 30, 1907. Daily Hampshire Gazette June 18, Z928 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 31A -29 Northampton ess 37 -39 Franklin St. Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) Other features 20' 6. Recorded by E. Lonetgan Organization NHC Date March 1980 L aa Altered sided Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 80' Approximate distance of building from street 7 Original owner (if known) Avon and Henry Matthews Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 2885 Avon and Henry Matthews, carpenters and builders, bought Z and 3/4 acres of land on the eastern side of Franklin St., south of Bancroft Rd. for $2700. The Matthews brothers sold several Lots for residential development, and also built two double houses, of which this is one. This house is two stories in height with ridge roof and two interior chimneys. The siding has covered the detailing of the main block, but there are still two wal, gables with decorative trim on the facade, double brackets under the front eaves and a highly decorative front porch with hipped roof, projecting pedimented entrance, spindle frieze, chamfered posts and patterned balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records early maps, etc.) Z873, Z884 and Z895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 4ZZ -P. 327, 395 -411. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston E. Schmitter House residence Elizabeth Schmitter in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings: Indicate north. 3714-7-77 (over) Other features Date iitect Organization In Area no. Northampton Exterior wall fabric clapboard Altered Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less Approximate frontage Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Date Date Form no. 31A -30 x Over one acre 80' Ll (a 1 7. Original owner (if known) residence Original use Ernst and Henrietta Scitter Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/_ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1886 Ernst and Henrietta Schmitter bought this lot of land for 8550. Mr. Scmitter was employed by the Belding Bros. and Co., silk manufacturers on Hawley St., and made this his homestead. This 2Is story house features fish- scaleshingles in the front gable, and the gable is trimmed with King posts and pendant, and arched bargeboards. The three -bay facade is covered by a one -story porch wi th hipped roof, projecting pedimented entrance, turned posts with small brackets and a patterned balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and Z895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 402 -P. 3Z. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `t. 1 LL c1 w 011cIA,a1. vi vuiivau6,. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ..utect' Northampton Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered sided Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less x Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20° 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Reg. of Deeds and Atlas E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Date Form no. 31A -31 Darlene Bankman Date mid 20th c. Over one acre 7. Original owner (if known) Avon and Henry Matthews Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education Exploration settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation In 1885 Avon and Henry Matthews, carpenters and builders, bought Z 3/4 acres of land on the eastern side of Franklin St., south of Bancroft Rd. for $2700. The Matthews brothers sold several lots for residential developement and also built two double houses,gf which this is one. This house is two stories in height with slate hipped roof. The symmetrical facade has a 21i story pedimented projection on either end with a double entrance and two story porch in between. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z873, Z884 and Z895 Atlases, Registry of Deeds: Bk. 395 -P. 411. Northampton Directory: 2895 -96. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Ma.p. L1 CL 0INA in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) BSS ent use :r iitect Exterior wall fabric 6. Recorded by Organization Date March 1980 In Area no. Form no. 31A -32 Northampton 21 Franklin St. Mather House residence .ent owner Oscar and Miriam 1871 -7 3 ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas brick Chrisman Altered side addition Date mid 20th c. J CA Moved Date 5. Lot size: iM One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street NHC 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Henrietta H. Mather Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In Z87Z Henrietta Mather, the widow of William Mather, bought 4 acre of land from Jared Clark for $800. Mr. Clark owned a large homestead on Elm St. that had originally included much of the land that Franklin St. cuts through. Mrs. Mather had two sons, Dwight, a carpenter and John, a mason. John 21ather learned the mason's trade with Daniel R. Clark, brginning in 2868. Mr. Clark lived at the corner of Franklin and Elm Sts. in a house very similar to this one, and both houses were probably built by these masons. John Mather later became very active in politics serving three terns as mayor of Northampton around the turn of the century and three terms in the State Legislsture between Z9Z3 and 1915. The house is two stories in height with low- pitched hip roof. A wide frieze with decorative ventilator grilles encircles the house under the projecting eaves and a one -story porch with flat roof and posts covers the three -bay facade. A large addition has recently been made to the southern side of the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z873, 2884 and 2895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 373 -P. 347, 286 -Z87. Northampton Directory: Z873 -74, 2885 -86. Daily Hampshire Gazette Jan. l6, Z922. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Map. uraw SKCLCIL 01 UULlUill6 l va a� in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Ift3 D mega rnts 1:1 E2? 4 (over) Northampton ription: 1881 -84 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Form no, 31A -33 15 Franklin St. G. Hannum House NHC March 1980 residence ent owner Eric and Faith Foss rurce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) George and Eleina Hammmm residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 475 -P. 347, 364-74. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86. tiltf 0 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1881 George and Eleina Hannon purchased a small lot on Franklin St from Jared Clark for $400. Mr. Hannum was a mason and perhaps worked on this house him- self. It first appears on the 1895 atlas and is owned and occupied by the Hann m,G. Thehouse is 23i stories in height with gable end to the street: A round headed window with label and stops occupies the front gable, while the other wins' on the house are rectangular, with two over two sashes, and are capped withcornices sml �rted on modillions. The three -bay facade is covered by a one -story porch with hipped roof, posts with ornate brackets and a patterned balustrade. On the southern side of the house is a small wall gable which is over a two -story bay window with bracketed cornices. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston MHC Photo no 5M- 2- 75- R061465 4. Map. uraw' X:11 Lit U4Lll... 1 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ELM 5T72 Er El l o k t v6Vylk6A441 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant Altered Moved 1915 (over) MA55. HIST. COMM, In Area no. Form no. 3iii-3b Northampton ss 219 Elm Street ciption: D. R. -Clark House )nt use Residence Bracketed itect Wm, F. Pratt Exterior wall fabric Brick Outbuildings (describe) ant owner Northampton Pine Rest, Inc. 1861 Daily Hampshire Gazette 'urce August 6 1861 Other features stone''' window lintels; flat roof with bracketed overhang; 2 stories. no Date no 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 20 feet Approximate distance of building from street 25 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e garage Date Organization Northampton Hi $to ri cal. Commi s sion Date June 30, 1975 Original owner (if known) D. R Clark rTh Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This brick residence in the bracketed style was designed by Wm. F. Pratt for D. R. Clark in 18610 Architect Pratt also received a commission from C. M. Kinney in 1861 and planned for Kinney a similar brick cottage located at the intersection of North Elm and Prospect Streets. Five bays wide and three:.dpep this cottage is a plain rectangular mass in which clean cut window openings are spanned by brownstone lintels. The roof is flat with modest bracketed overhang; a wide wooden cornice encircle; the structure above the second story. A porch has been added in the front facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, c weds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, August 6 1861. Beera s 1873 Atlas. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch ivuawiv.. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. /11 MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 Indirb rid f" am sikErr DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant R ECF N ED: OCT s 1975 (over) KIST. COMM. 1 In Area no. Form no. 31A -37 Northampton ,ss 211 Elm Street lb 0 tnt use reai dente ant owner Northampton Pine Rest, Inc, ription: 11379 -80 Daily tramp attire Gazette 'urce 9/2/79, 11/4/79 _t e Sick. 51 u' ___.itect E. C. Gardner of Springfield Exterior wall fabric $r-t rk` Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features 21 stories; brick with ctnne lintels and wnnrlen £rams ng i n gables; i rregiil ar massing Altered nn Date Moved no 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate froatage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 75 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Date Organization Northampton Hi strn i cal. Commission Date August 1, 1975 Original owner (if known Original use Gen rap P. Ji ckirison Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence; Rest Home 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Eugene C. Gardner 1836®1915. A native of Ashfield, Gardner began to practice architecture in Florence (Northampton) at age 22. Possibly instructed by W. F. Pratt, Gardner settled in Springfield following the Civil War and maintained a practice there until 1911. In 1889 he formed a partnership with son Gorge C. Gardner and George Pyne. Although Gardner designed a number of commercial buildings in Northampton and Florence prior to his remo to Springfield, this residence is one of tug remaining building; attributable to the architect. (The other, the King Street Armory„ was designed by the partnership in 1900 An early work in Sp ingfield by Gardner, Trinity Church (1870), is briefly discussed i. d Henry Russell Hitchcock's volume The Architecture of H. H. Richardso•i and His Times. This residence, designed in 1879, i irregular in its massing and delicately detailed. A' variety of mat trials are combined in a restrained and refined design. The brick :arming the wall surface are small, smoothly laid, and cold in tone; th stone window lintels are rough surfaced and give the appearance of mall carved panels. Woodwor] in the east and south gables is flat and small in scale and serves to reduce the visual impact of the souther `5 gable by partitioning its area into small triangles and framing a tr-'.o, of small windows in the half-story. The broad low hipped roof con':ains the mass and a single chimney balances the mass Of the gable in :he southerly facade. Gardner published an important arch tectural patternbook at about this time The ck House in Leed a more ambitious design, is of the same year (1879). 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, r -eds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, 9/2/ 879, 11/4/1879. Present owners Olive and Frances Copeland_ Modern Georgian 0 4' 4 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMNIISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston, 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. MHC Photo no. ry 0 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant N Northampton Date February 1977 Nv 9 1977 MASS. HIST. COMM. Town Northampton Architect 2 published plans combined Contractor Burns Exterior wall fabric Brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features Classic entrance: plain columns and pediment. Windows t3 over ti with solid blinds, 3 dormer windows Altered Interior only Date Moved No Date 5. Lot size: 4/5 acre, 70 ft front, 50 ft from street Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 70 ft Approximate distance of building from street 50 ft 6. Recorded by 2 car garage Eleanor T. Lincoln Historical Comm. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Residence and doctor's office Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence only 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Registry of deeds: x Dr. Elmer H. Copeland and wife Anna Co Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) aoS Land purchased in 1921 from Fanny Clark. Dr. Copeland and family moved from their former residence at 168 Elm ('house later taken down) into this house which they built in 1922° After Dr. Copeland °s death the rooms which had been his office were incorporated into the living rooms. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Book 7710 487 1921 1597.548 1971 probate record 417 Architectural reason for inventorying: age and style ?UNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Law WALL COVER: Wood CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 tuna 5. Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings clapboards 4. DESCRIPTION Name Hankins Ho sa (formarly a Clark hrms) Use: original present Home'` Present owner Fox Jones Foxhall Jones Open to public no Date 1730 Style Colonial Source of date Forbes Library Architect __unknown OR part of Area 3, CONDITION Excellent �tQ9S1 Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added Material brick Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard 7676 Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed PORTICO nnnp FACADE: Gable end: Front /side Ornament Entrance: Sicle Front: Center /Side Details: Fa front door- sjde rindnti^rs Windows: Spacing: Regular /Irregular Identical /Varied Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards 6. Footage of structure from street 20 Property has 75 feet frontage on street Recorder Miriam E. Peters F Historical Society Date 1970 7A Ra1cnny none SEE REVERSE SIDE" re(c.■ 1c i1 cfr- RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1. Outbuildings c E0.1-11 Use: Residential Commercial Religious RESTRICTIONS ALA 1) ('1 J 1 Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominant features Vegetable and flower ar tier sh rubs and old trees0 Landscape architect 3. Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom. Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OF SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) This house was built in 1730 by Ebenezer Clark© The old church and town records were kept here for many years® Mr Jared Clark a deacon of the First Church and one of the first members of the Edwards Church lived here for eighty-five years© Later it was owned end occupied by Prof. Hankins and his family0 The distinguishing feature of the Hankins house, a modest colonial structure, is the entranceway. The door is flanked by thin pilasters, sidelights; and a second set of pilasters. Above the architrave which caps these elements spreads a wooden fan carving. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Forbes Library Archives )riginal Owner: Ebenezar Clark Deed Information: Book Number Page Registry of Deeds FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. Architect Altered 7 5. Lot size: /(NVt=nITdRIeC 2 PRo y (over) •iption: no No rthamp ton Donald Robinson, ;tit owner Polly 'Allen urce visual evidence unknown Exterior wall fabric woo d Outbuildings (describe) none Other features recessed entrance; pilasters, deep cornice; bays; interior and end chimneys; portico Less than one acre x 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. IAibi e Date Moved no Date Over one acre Approximate frontage 70 feet (Elm) Approximate distance of building from street JUN 3 0 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. Organization No rthamp ton Hi sto ri cal Commission Date Jun ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) Li 6 4?‘ The house is 2 and 1/2 stories tall with pedimented end to Elm St. A "Palladian" window is situated in the tympanum, a wide frieze caps the block of the house and paneled pilasters adorn the corners. The eastern side of the house is three bay wide and contains the main entrance. This is centrally located, recessed with transom and sidelights, and covered by an Ionic portico. A one -story bsy window project from the Elm St. end and the other windows on the first floor have heavy cornices with dentils. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1849 William Clark sold one -thid of an acre to Sidney L. Clark for $250. This was the "land on which sidney has built the dwelling house in which he now lives Sidney Clark was in the office of the Florence Manufacturing Co., and lived here until 185 when he sold the property to the Bridgeman Brothers: Thomas Jr., William S., Edward M. and Charles J. For the next sixty years at least one of le brothers was listed here. The last, Charles J. Bridgeman, died c. 1920. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1855 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 199 P. 395 and 9 155 10 and 125, 129 -196. Antiquities, Historicals and graduates of Northampton, Soloman Clark, 1882, p. 244. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Z 1V10.1.1. LL C1 VY 0Vt., .as V.I. ua a.waiab in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date In Area no. Northampton ess 267 Crescent St. ent use residence ent owner Amelia Ripa and Anna ription: 1911 )urce Springfield Da _Ft ub ican Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6 -unit apartment building 2- story balconied porch with pan- eled piers and balustrade. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC March 1980 Form no. 31A -44 Camposeo L17o 7. Original owner (if known) J.L. Mather Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education _Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This apartment house was built in 1911 by John Nather at a cost of $12,000. Mr. Mather was one of the most prominent masons and builders in the city and served three terms as mayor during the 1890's. "One of the most interesting features of the building season... the definite appearance of the apartment building in Northampton No new buildings of th e true apartment house type were erected in Northampton until the Woodward apartment house on Elm St., and the Mather apartment house on Crescent St., both recently completed, made their appearance". The block is three stories in height with three -story bay windows on both sides and a two-story front porch topped by a balcony. A bracketed cornice and parapet crowns the facade. There are six apartments within. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases, Springfield Daily Republican Jan. 1, 1912. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston In Area no. Form no. 31A -46 Bungalow 37M -7 -77 13 n OL pr_i C:] t. 1VIQ 1J CI. VV oINN_, in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ;SS ent owner Russell and Constance ription: 1895 -1915 Exterior wall fabric Other features Outbuildings (describe) Bishop wood shingle Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization NHC Date March 1980 E. Lonergan L/ 7. Original owner (if known) Herbert R. Grave Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built for Herbert Graves, and insurance agent and treasurer of the Northampton Co -Operative Bank in 1912 at a cost of $4500. Crescent St. had been laid out in 1886, but the section south of Bancroft Rd, wasn't developed until the early 20th century. The house is 1 and 1/2 stories in height with ridge roof and two end chimneys of loose stone. A. dormer with exposed rafters and three small diamond paned windows extends from the front slope. The main roof also has exposed rafters and extends far enough in the iron to enclose a recessed porch. This has piers and a low wall, both constructed of loose stone. 1471 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 and 19220 Springfield Daily Re•ublican Deco 30, 1912. FORM B,- BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston A 37M -7 -77 4. i iap. 1Jraw'1: J KCLULL in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 1 (over) Northampton BSS ent use iltect Altered ription: 1912 6. Recorded by In Area no. Form no. 31A -48 241 Crescent St: F. Dow House )urce Atlases S.D.R. Exterior wall fabric brick Other features Outbuildings (describe) ent owner Myer and Judith Sharpe Colonial Revival Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Organization NHC Date March "`1984 residence Date Date Lonergan k72 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development and gabled dormer. and is covered by four sash windows. end of the house. Dr. Frank Dow residence Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built for Dr. Frank Dow, a physician, in 1912 at a cost of $7500. Crescent St. had been laid out in 1886 along the middle slopes of Round Hill, but the section south of Bancroft Rd. wasn't developed until the early 20th century. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories in height with slate ridge roof The three -bay facade has a central entrance with sidelights, a Tuscan portico.. On either side of the entrance is a band of A one -story porch, rith Tuscan columns is situated on the southern 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 and 1922. Srrin ^field Dail Re•ublican Dec. 30, 1912. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation assessor's records, ��z FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston shitect t. IVlcLp. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Tnum.. Northampton ess Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) In Area no. Form no. 31A -49 Eva Michelson Other features 371 -7 -77 co, 0 DD° t; OQ [2i I ELI En C? q (over) Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Approximate frontage Date Date Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 1173 Robert E.S. Olmstead 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development X 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in 1912 at a cost of $8500 for Robert Olmstead, a professor of vocal music at Smith College. Crescent St. had been laid out in 1886, but the section south of Bancroft Rd. wasn't develped until the early 20th cnetury. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories in height with gambrel roof, a swept dormer on the upper slope of the roof and three shed dormers on the lower slope. The three -bay facade has a central entrance with sidelights flanked by Tuscan columns and a triple window. Heavy stone piers define each corner of the facade. The southern end of the house has a one -story porch with Tuscan columns and flat roof. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895, 1915 Atlases. Northampton IDrectory: 1905, 1915, 1922. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 30, 1912. Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 37m -7 -77 FORM B. BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Y, 1VL0.lJ. LL.u♦ .v in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5, Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date ss Northampton ription: 1922 -30 itect April 1980 In Area no, Form no. 31A -51 ant owner '.iilliam and Madeleine Mahone-; L. Lonergan NEC 20' wood shingles Date Date x Over one acre `17LI 7. Original owner (if known Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political A Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Crescent St. was laid out in 1L;86 midway along the slopes ox Round Hill. It quickly became one of the most fashionable street to build upon in the city. Development was mostly during the first third of the 20th century. This corner house was built during the mid 1920 s and is an interesting example of a aouole house within the Bungalow modem In 191J0 James Abbott, a salesman for Packard fludson and Essex Itoter Cars at Y,cGrannis :doter Sales on King St. and Herbert Loomis, director of Smith's Agricultural School, were listed at this address. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1715 Atlas. 'orthamnton Directory: 1922 193u0 ►7t, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 SKETCH MAP Draw map showing property's location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Organization Date ';TN.0 "arch 28, 1977 Town 'TOrthampton Address Smith Campus Historic Name The Quadrangle Use: Original dormitory Ownership:ED Private individual Private organization Smith College DESCRIPTION: 1922 -36 Date Style Present dormitory Public Original owner Source Outbuildings Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 31A —h7 Smith College Archives Neo— Georgian Architect Ames Putnam and Dodge o f Exterior wall fabric brick Major alterations (with dates) Smith College Boston Moved Date y7 INVENTORY FORI4 CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL CONPUSSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. +6 istorical and Architectural Significance The 2.uadrangle As the focal point of the Quad ensemble, "artha Uilson Mouse, slightly elevated by a short flight of steps, is surmounted by a bell tower with massive white cupola adorned with decorative Crecian urn forms. The rectilinear tower projects forward in the center of the facade; at its base is a sound arched entryway. Exterior facades of all six houses are mush less articulated, with the exception of Ellen Emerson House; with the remainder of the group, the street entrre is situated centrally between the first and second floors; each consists of two attenuated columns which support a slender porch roof and frame a fanlight above the single doorway. rost of the houses also exhibit rectangular wrought iron balconies at the third floor level, which also serves to focus attention on the main entrance below. Cushing 'louse Opened in 1922, this dormitory at the southwestern corner of the Great Quadrangle was named in honor of Eleanor Philbrook Cushing, P.A. 1879 Smith (first graduating class), r.A. 1882 Smith. She was professor of rathmatics at Smith 1881 °1922 (and the first alumae to become a mem- ber of the faculty); rirst Presidency of the Alumnae Association 1881 -83; Profe Emeritus 1922 -25. Certain of the furnithings were givin by the Class of °92 and their daughters, to honor a beloved teacher and° class officer. Lf7S Jordan House Situated at the southeast corner of the Great Quad opposite Bushing, Jordan opened in 1922, ''ary Auguusta Jordan, roA0 1876, ?',Ao 1878, Vassar; LOH,DC, 1910 Smith; Ph.D., 1921 Syracuse; was professor of English Languages and Literatrre at Smith College from 1884 1921 and Professor Emeritus 1921 -41., A professorship in English is named in her honor. Inside the house is a portrait of "ary A. Jordan, done by Elizabeth Telling, Smith °04, as well as a medallion by Alice "5'brgan Wright, Smith °04, presented by the faculty. Ellen Emerson Ilouse Located across from r'artha Vilson House and parallel and adjacent to Paradise Road, Ellen Emerson House, completed in 1922, occupies the southern end of the Great Quadrangle© From Conord, r'ass0, Ellen Emer- son (Mrs. Charles Milton Davenport) graduated D.L. 1901, M.A. 1904 from Smith. She was a granddaughter of Ralph Waldo Emerson. Her achiev- Staple to Inventor. form at bott INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item an inventory form which is being continued below. Historical and Architectural Significance Community: 'Northampton Form No: 31A -67 Property Name: The Quadrangle ments include: one of the first social workers at Mass. General Hospital, rosbon, 1906 -10; President of the Alumnae A sociation 1911 -13; Associate Director of the Smith College Relief Unit in 1919; Chairman of the Smith War ,Service Board, '1921 and Alumnae Trustee, 1916-21. r"orrow House_ Completed in 1926, Morrow lies at the northwestern corner of the Creat Quad. This house was named for Elizabeth Reeve Cutter Morrow, Smith '96, in whose memory Cutter House is also dedicated. Among other accomplishments, she served as President of the Alumnae Association, 1917 -20; Alumnae Trustee, 1920 -26'.; Trustee, 1926; and Chairman of the 50th '?irthday- Gift Committee. A Library of Pipets was donated to the house from her fr iends. rardiner douse Gardiner: was opened in 1926, at the northeast corner of the Great Quad, opposite '`orrow` House. ?enry ''orman Gardiner (B.A. 1878, ".A. 1888 ?Amherst L. ?'.D. 1924 Smith) was professor of philosophy at Smith 1886 -1924; Professor Emeritus 1924-27 first Secretary and Treasurer of the American Philosophical Society; and a contributor to the "Philo- sophical`Review" and the "Psychological Review" *Martha vilson House Dominating the northern end of the Great Quadrangle, the clock and bell tower. i rl =rth H i r n "ous', finished in 1926, completes the orig- inal Quad layout. ?s'artha Wilson (B.L. 1895 Smith) was President of the Alumnae Asssociation 1905 -09;' "Trustee of the Children's Memerial Hosp- ital, Chicago; Founder of the Central Council of Nursing Education. In the tower is the original College Hall bell givin by 7'1rs. Seelye and later removed to accomodate the chimes. Mandelle Quadrangle Composed of Comstock and Wilder Houses, the Mandelle Quad was built in 1929 -30, designed by Ames, Putnam and Dodge, and made possible by a bequest from vary S. Mandelle of Detroit. The two neo- Georgian style houses face onto r Sandell Rdad; the symmetrical facade which unites this smaller Quad with the much larger Great Quad, immediately to the east. Organized around a central courtyard, Comstock and Wilder present mirror images in plan, three story elevation, and style. Each is a simple "L" shaped plan, whose short arms are united under a pediment and cupola to create a continuous facade, The small courtyard thus created is bounded on its fourth side by a two story stucco kitchen building, whose interior is fronted in the interior by a one story,round arched brick arcade. Staple to Inventory form-at bottom 47s INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS H I STORI CAL C 1 SS I ON Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being 'continued below. Historical and Architectural Significance Typically Georgian Revival are the contrasts between planar red brick walls and white wooden sash windows, set in a symmetrical pat- tern. Detailing, especially on the facade, is also inspired by 18th century I'nclish classical revival tradition: attenuated white marble and wood columns and pilasters flanking the central entryway; Sir Christopher Wren round windows, dentilled cornices, and a towering weathervaned, white wooden cupola. At the center of the facade, the arched main entrance is approachc7.' by a wooden stairway. A stuccoed barrel vault, flanked by columns and pilasters, directs space along the main axis from the exterior to the ineer courtyard the entrances to the two houses face each other, bisect- ing the barrel vaulted corridero Directly above the facade entryway at the second and third floor levels is a projecting semi- circular white wooden oriel window, this same slightly apsidial form is reflected on the other side of the facade (facing onto the courtyard) as well. Less highly articulated are the exterior side wall surfaces; two subsidiary first floor entryways are marked (on the southe side of Com- stock and the north side of Wilder) by pedimented doorways flanked by attenuated columns or by simple zound arch motifs, slightly inset yet integral portions of the brick wall fabric. C ity: FonnNo: "orthan. ton 31A -67 Property Name: Great Quadrangle Comstock "ouse 'lamed for Ada Louise Comstock, first Dean and a graduate (1897) of Smith; she was also President of Radcliff College (1923 -43), Wilder House Harris Hawthorne and Inez Whipple Wilder were connected with the Smith Department of Zoology, and Professor (1892 1928). Yrs. Wilder (Ph.D. 1900 Drown, Y.A. 1904 Smith) was an author and Frofessor of Zoology 1902 -19290 Laura Scales- Franklin Kincg i uses Completed in 1936 by Ames, Putnam, and Dodge, this final segment of the Neo eorgian styled Quadrangle is flanked by Elm St, and the Great Quad. In plan a great sem i- circular exedral shape, the two con- tiguous houses (King tb the north, Scales to the south) are bisected by a central axis which divides the curving whole into two mirror image in elevation, stlye and plan. The main body of the two buildings is three stories in elevation, while the center and both end of the half circle are raised an additional story. An octagonal cupola capped by a weathervane surmounts the exact Sta;.le to Inventory form at botto INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL C SSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Staple to Inventory form at bottom CCEBILU1i ty rlorthampton ;Form No: 31A -67 (r operty Name treat Quadrangle Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. Historical and Architectural Significance center of the pitched roof, thereby defining the stron horizontal axis which also bisect the center of the Great and 1•',andelle Quads, while simultaneously visually uniting the three units. Typically Georgian Revival in materials, massing, <and decorative details, the two houses exhibit a panoply of fanlights, circular windows, urns, Doric and Ionic pilasters, and other classicizing details, usu- ally executed in white painted wood. Taut red brick walls are pierced at regular intervals by white molded sash windows above and round arched or Palladian windows below. On the Elm St, facade, the centrally situated, identical main entrances are flanked by fluted Doric columns, surrmounted by a fan- light, a wrought iron balcony, and a Palladian window. The central vertical axis is further articulated by engaged, two story pilasters which define the second and third stories of the raised mid section, 1'uch more decorated is the interior section of the curved quad, which sweeps into the treat Quad by means of a balustraded stone stair- case. At the front floor level, a one story row of pilasters alter- nates with round arched, multipaned windows. The four story central section is articulated by a pair of adjacent, almost semi-circular gables at roof level. Below, two story Ionic_ pilasters enframe more elabor- ate rectangular sash windows. The raised pavilion at the weste end of each house is defined by an engaged. broken pediment above, and two story engaged pilaster below. Each house has two subsidiary entryways facing onto the Great Quad which are more elaborate than thos e of the street side. Small apseses at the first floor level jut out near the terminal end of each house; these projection define the living room bay windows. On the interior, both houses display wallpaper with scenes from 'Torthampton's history at the first floor level. Laura Scales F?ouse Laura Woolsey Lord Scales (B.L. 1901 Smith, L.H.D. 1931 Smith,Litt. D. 1939 Dartmouth) was the first warden at Smith (1922 -24), among her other achievements are 1luseum Instructor, Bosbbn_huseum of Fine Arts (1913 -1920) First Dean Women, Carnegie Institute of Technology (1920 1922); and Warden Emertius of Smith (1944- Franklin Kinq House Named in honer of the Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds at Smith, Franklin ?ring House commemorates I r, King's 50 years of service to the College, 1887 -1937. He was made an honorary member of the Alum- nae Association in 1925. INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS H I STORI CAL C41 SST QN Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below, ITISTORICA ATD AO! ITECTURAL SIGNIFICA'CE The Great Quadrangle In all Quad buildings, the four story elevation includes attic space as well as semi- contiguous basement space which connects some of the dormitories. The ground floor of each house is reserved for dining and living rooms, faculty and head resident living quarters, and smaller social areas. Tipper floors are devoted to student quarters. Red brick is the dominant building material used in the C'uad; white painted wood 'is used for window moldings, dentilled cornices, bay windows and Georgian decorative details, such as pilaster, urns, and slender unfluted columns. Off white stucco covers the brick of the lower wings of Ellen Emerson and rartha vilson Houses. Wooden roofs are covered in grey slate shingles, copper sheathes dormer and porch roofs. Mite marble, laid in thin strips, is employed as a continuous string course above the first floor level on the interior of the great Quadranaleo Placed around the central square courtyard, the six houses are arranged in two groups of three conticuous units, each of which forms a blocky "U" shape. The southern unit (Cushing, Ellen Emerson and Jordan) was completed in 1922 with part of the College's $4.000.000 Fund To the north, V_orrow, _Martha Wilson and Gardiner riouses opened in 1926, constructed with alumnae funds which commemorated the College s Golden Anniversary. The six houses on the Quad display rigid symmetry in exterior f atade arrangement, both individually and as a group. Plans of Cushing and Jordan Houses are identical; these two dormitories set parallel to each other are mirror images reflected across the primary dirctional axis of approach from Ellen Emerson to Martha Wilson. The same relation- ship exists between Morrow and Gardiner Houses. Ellen Emerson and Martha Wilson Houses ar the endpoints of the main axial thrust; they are not identical in plan, yet each is composed in a symmetrical fashion of a four story central brick section flanked by lower stucco wings which link them to the other four Great Quad houses. Ellen Emerson T-Touse is pierced centrally at the around floor level by a round arched entryway consisting of a colonnaded barrel vault which leads to the Quad interior. Two entryways to the house itself are placed to either side of the center of this low passageway. On the interior of the Quad, the entrances to Cushing, Jordan, Morrow and Gardiner Houses are all basically the same: a shallowly inset porch, surmounted by a stuccoed cross vault and fronted by a Palladian three arch arcade. The exterior ends of these four houses are artic- ulated further by the application of projecting rectangular and semi- circular bay windows which reflect the terminations of the second and third floor corridors within. Sta le to Inventor form at bott Lac Property Name: The Quadrangle ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) see below HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) 'Teo- Georgian in style, the ten dormitory buildings which comprise the Quadrangle are arranged in imitation of the rigid axial ensembles of buildings and enclosed squares found among 18th century English colleges. All were designed by the Bosbon firm of Ames, Putnam and Dodge, and built between 1922 and 1936. Constructed on a large rect- angular area of land bounded by Elm St., Paradise Road, Mandelle Road, and Kensington Ave., th$s pre -planned residential area accomodates nearly one -third of all Smith students living on campus. Three groups of buildings encompass the whole :the Great Quad, the first six dormitories built 1922-26 (Cushing, Ellen Emerson, Jordan, Gardiner, rartha Wilson and Morrow Houses); the M andelle Quad, 1929 -30 (Comstock and Wilder); and,finally, in 1935 -36, Franklin King and Laura Scales Houses. Two balustraded stairways at opposite ends of the Great Quadrangle link the smaller rectangular ran elle Quad and the larger semi- circular curve of the Franklin King -Laura Scales structure in a cross -axis which per pendicularly bisect the main axial thrast of the Great Quad, which ex- tends through the arched entryway of Ellen Emerson to the dominating cupola atop Martha Wilson House. Georgian Revival elememts common to all buildings include a gener- ally box -like massing, steeply pitched roofs with narrow rectangular chimneys, and rectangular or pedimented dormer windows. A typically Georgian organization in ter of strict facade symmetry is preserved through rectangular fenestration coupled with centrally situated entry areas. Fenestration generally takes the form of rectangular double hung sash windows, single round srched or Palladian tripartite loggias usually serve as focal points in the ground floor entry areas of the Quad interior BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Smith College Archives. .q continued. 475 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION .00aL.LUU to cross streets and other buildings or geographical features: Indicate north. Recorded by E. Lincoln and R. TanPruar Organization NHC Date July, 1977 and June, 1980 mthampton 196 Elm Street c Name 'iginal residence ?esent lip: CE Private individual Private organization riginal owner Aaron Rrgrk Jr_ PT ION Public Date 1854 -1860 1? Source Maps Re vtvJ Outbuildings (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 31A -68 A. Brzck. Jr. &Amp Or icphN 1 I� Wont Exterior wall fabric -A- thee4es. siding Major alterations (with dates) Approx. acreage less than one acre Moved Date Setting sided mid 20th C ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 24 stories in height with pedimented end to the street and a 24 story gabled projection on the southern side. Both gables have an oculus located within. A one story porch with pat roof. projecting cornice an.i �`)�i +C e3�' panalad posts with small brackets, and a balustrade 'covers the dole& -bay facade and extends along the southern side to the projection. The first floor of the facade has the entrance and two French w- indows. The rest of the windows in the house are rectangular with two -over -two sashes and heavy cornices. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1856, Aaron Breck, a farmer, sold his son Aaron Breck, Jr. his homestead on Elm Street and 24 acres in the "Lower Walnut Tree division" of the meadows for $1.00. Mr. Breck, Sr.'s homestead was no. 206 Elm Street and Aaron Jr. probably constructed this house for his ow residence. The 1860 directory lists Aaron Sr. on King Street, so the old homestead was probably leased out. About 1890, Charles Crouch, Northampton's most prolific developer of the 19th century, bought the farm with both house: standing and opened Knnsington Avenue between them. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1854 and 1860 County Maps 1873, '1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 358- P.410, 167 -325, 47 -609 Northampton Direct-_ ^i: 1860 -61 1875 -76 FORM II BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston triVEN 107,i ED ?RCPT'( tJ d CI EC a IL 7 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ess Ia Area no. Northampton 206 Elm Street eat use Residence eat owner John &'`Victoria Gnatek riptioa; ouxce moved no 6. Recorded by c® 1800 Approximate frontage visual eviden Form no. 3IA colonial vernacular 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect unknown in relation to nearest cross streets and zle. s} os other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric -d: sh,ngle5 Outbuildings (describe) none Other features ,_b zy,dei stories, additions, rear; pilasters at entrance chimneys changed, Altered yes shingles Date Date a 1.1 5. Lot size; 0 De�Mlr °�Ic5 Less than one acre x Over one acre 7S feet Approximate distance of building from street .0 feet C. Debi e Organization _Nam to n His to ri cal .Comm• Ma JUN 4 197E I-177 MASS. HIST. COM ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 23i stories in height with a slate ridge roof and tw interior chimneys. The five bay facade has a central entrance with pilasters and is covered -by a small gabled hood supported by stick brackets. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development In 2819, Aaron Breck bought three parcels of land from Increase Clark, incZuding;a two acre parcel which was half of Clark't homestead on the road "leading from Northampton to Chesterfield" (now known± as Elm Street). Mr. Breck probably had this house constructed soon thereafter and used it for his homestead. In 1856, he sold his homestead to hia son and moved to King Street. The son built 196 EZm Street for his own remidence and probably leased the old homestead.Q About 1890, theprope:.'ty was bought by Charles Crouch, Northampton's most prolific builder, and KenJington Avenue was opened between the two houses. a BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 358- P.410, 167 -325, 47 -609 Northampton Directory: 1860 -61, 1865 -6 f the community) 1 7 7 20M-2/80 Architectural reason for inventorying: age and style 3, CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added 4. UNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material stucco covered WALL COVER: Wood cla.porcrd. Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMNEYS: 1 '2 3 4 STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 none PORTICO Ralenny FACADE: Gable end: Front /side Ornament 5, Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildin s Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side Details: Windows: Spacing: Regular /Irreaar, .tca1 /Varied Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins So nP.rbQarclG. rr DESCRIPTION 2. Town NORTHAMPTON Street address 210 Elm Street Name "C1 a.rk Hous Pty Use: original present Home Present owner Paul Evans Open to public no Date ca1828 Style Greek revival Source of date seP Bibliograp1 Architect r,';no„m OR part of Area Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate window over front door 6. Footage of structure from street 12 i _17}-1._ 1 SEE REVERSE SIDL- Property has tin feet frontage on street Recorder Miriam E. Peters For Nnr .'namptnn Historical society Photo Date 1970 L IT l 3 I 7 0 4 (0173- RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1, Outbuildings Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded `Gard n: Formal /Informal Predominant features Landscape architect 3, Neighboring Structures Style: C'&oniniJ Federal Greek Revival Gothic: Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom, Venetian Gothic Mansard Rip,1- l.r.c G vtt Modern Use: PAStdPlati ^,1 Commercial Religious Conditions: a:c ent _Goad, Fair Deteriorated GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IIVIPORTANCE OF SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) L1... hu Clar:c purchased the property in 1828 and built this house "soon :after" He purchased the land from Abner Hunt and Joseph G. Cogswell. "The house •ras closed most of the time during the War of the Rebellion, and only Mrs. Clark ';here a part of the time". George Watson Clark bras the' last member of the fa-nil y to occupy it (d.1929). He was Treasurer of Northampton, and in 1887 was accountantant and poor office overseer' in City Hallo In 1941 the house belonged to Jo Jo Gibson, Prof. at Smith College It then became the parsonage for the First Church of Northampton until purchased by the present owner, Paul Eranso Greek Revival 1825 1840- became the "symbol for freedom" houses faced their gable ends instead of their eaves to the street. This house is simple, with older details such ,as hand planed cornices BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Forbes Library, Art Department picture 8)41LN Ro C547 Info. on back photo taken 19111 (Gazette 23 July, 19111) Northa'aon Book (19511) po 11.0 11.8 Hampshire Gazette Sept. 15, 19 17- tlm Street Families Feb. 27, 1929- obits for Go Wo Clark RESTRICTIONS iginal Owner. 13:01Lk LIME i)eed Information: Book Number Fovm B. 10M- 6- 71.049688 000 10 Registry of Deeds cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. 218 Elm St. riginal residence resent residence hip: Private individual Private organization FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date E. Lincoln and E. Lonergan NHC Oct. 1977 and June 1980 Moved Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area )riginal owner Daniel W. :PTION Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings 1850 Major alterations (with dates) Form no. side porch mid 20th c. Date Approx. acreage one acre or less tHi ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 21/2 stories in height with pedimented end to the street and a 21/2 story gabled projection on the western side. The tympanum is covered with flush boarding and has a round headed window with six ver six sashes and a molded surround. A wide frieze runs under the eaves and pilasters adorn the corners of the housed The three -bay facade has a side entrance which is flanked by sidelights ..and slightly recessed. This entrance is flanked by pilasters and crowned by an entablature, with projecting cor nice. A two -story porch, the first floor of which is enclosed and the second floor of which is glass -in, is located on the eastern s de at th corner of HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners playe in local or state n istory the and how the building relates to the development of the community) facade. In 1847 Daniel W. Clark acquired land on the western sdie of Elm St. from his father Allen Clark. The Clark family had been the first to settle. on Elm with Lt. William Clark receiving a 12 acre allotment in 1659. This was on the west side of Elm St. and extended to the Mill River, inc porating most of what is now the Smith College campus. This parcel of.land was first built upon by Daniel Clark in 1739 at the time of his marriage. Daniel W. Calrk was of_the fourth generation to live.on this homestead and the present house probably dates from his occupancy. The house remained in the Clark family until the early 20th century. BIBLIOGRAPHY and/or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 693 -P. 492, 465 -108, 119 -480. Antisuities, Historicais and Graduates of Northampton S. CLark, 1882, pp. 133 -135 and 174 -1/8. 20M -2/80 VU V Cr11LLuC111. xwLJ 1V11/ F uwoukaly Literature Indians Music Other Architecture Development of town /city Architectural reason for inventorying: style C RPc�Ts►V�� S+ii���F 5, Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings I d t'ZM 1 L L 4. DESCRIPTION Town NORTHAMPTON Street address 2 ?2 E m_Street Name end Honsg Use: original present Home— now Apts. Present owner Bernard J. and Mary Rose Golob Open to public no Source of date The Northampton Book (p 158 Architect R. F. Putnam and Sorg Karl 3. CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added FOUNDATION /BASEMENT: ill Regular Low COVER: Wood ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard modified Tower fanoia Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMNEYS: 1 2 ,,a 4 Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 including balcony PORTICO x yes RalPany yes FACADE: Gable end: Front /side Ornament Tall front gable Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side Details: both on to large square front porch Material stone Xligik Stone Other and shingle Windows: Spacing: Regular /Irregular Identical /Varied palladium dominates tall front gable For Photo SEE PPVERSE SID' Style Late Classicism Date 197 1 OR part of Area Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards Classic columns in groups on entrance porth 6. Footage of structure from street 15 Property has 100 feet frontage on street Recorder Elizabeth Duvall and Miriam E. Peters Northampton Ai etcri ca Snni e .v recel ue_cl 7 RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1, Outbuildings On gnrarT (fnrmF.rly n nn r ww "c) his home remained in the Harranond family for many years daughter of the builder, still resides inthe house° Calvin Coolidge read law in the elder "Judge" Hanunond's 1 he stayed in this house when the Hammond fa;nily was away Jriuinal Owner: John C. Hammond Deed Information: Book Number o Vaal Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominant features i :r e `e�h 1•nnr•h tr� 4n ^C,riw +r+ i' is �t n Landscape architect N c. r 3, Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Veneti Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Lombard Rom® Use; Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: .Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF FHISTORIC IMPORTANCE OF SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) R. F. Putnam (1841-1911) was Amherst Academy schoolmate of John Ca Hammond (b0 in Leverett). Studied with architect Fuller of Worcester; worked. in Leverett and :.z:1_erst- built Colonial style house: it t: Est, In 1800 there was a Putnam and B .icy office in i•'orthampton. Later this beca :ne a par'tr ers ip with his son Karl Fut^`ri, The Hammond house was begun in 1891 by this firm, "A house of transition to rr••,er architectural style inspired by the Chicago Vdor l' r Fair.. abandonment of s1^•• ~,etry but keeping geometrical forms- a jigsaw' ar office. As a young man i- the summers in Goshen. lr�, Ethel Hammond Cornell, BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE L?cmnshire Gazette Obituary of Roswell F. Putnam- April 8, 1911 Northampton Book 19511 (The Tercentenary Committee) page 158 Hampshire Gazette Sept. 15, 1927 Elm Street families Sept, is 1923 Ethel Hammond marries William Connell_ May 13, 1916 Karl•Scott Putnam (ta.ight architecture at Smith College) IESTRICTIONS Registry of Deeds FORM B I3UIL.DINC MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Present use Residence Apartments MHC Photo no. �T^ •mod i- .�`s 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant L Description: Date 1884 f,1Ar'(averj 1 MASS. HIST. C0i'1'M, Town Address 234 Elm Street I Name Northampton Present owner Chester Barwikoski R- Igistry of Deeds Style tk 1 i G} L an Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric Wood Outbuildings (describe) large barn Other features Altered Apartments Cement steps Moved Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by qe Form no. Di F1 In Area no. 3 story, gabled, 2 story porches Date Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre 75 -100' Approximate distance of building from street 18 -20' \nor T. Lincoln Organizati' .lorthampton Historical "'r i Commission Date February 1977 7. Original owner (if known) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development artments Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social Iiumanitarlan Transportation Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes Maynard a considerable pro:'erty owner in Elm Street area Map of Northampton 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds: Book 1793 1422 1347 805 714 4 39 378 pe 90 339 51 353 418 182 413 190 Henry Maynard Conservation Education Exploration settlement Industry Military Political 1895 1884 shows this h)use, owner Ho Go Maynard BB PI i A. G. Fearing together wit'. 1887 Walker to Fear:.ng y n9w house and barn, 1884 Henry G Maynard to Oliver Walke ncl 1883 Steven s to inynard land only 'urnu s g ng ;g FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M-5-73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. oyez t, 1:. i y 7 7 MAS. HEST. COMM. 1. Town E Da In Area no. r O Northampton Form no. 3I -7y Address 4 Washington Ave, (240 Elm) Name Present use Apartments Present owner Mrs. Robert Jeffway 3. Description: Date 1870 -80 Style Source Deeds Street maps Architect Exterior wall fabric wood Outbuildings (describe) barn- farage Other features 3 story tower, gables, o en porch front and one side, A�hl�L n Altered New entrance Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 80 ft Approximate distance of building from street 30 ft 6. Recorded by E. To Lincoln Organization Late 19th ca Queen AnnQsb', Date 1940 Northampton Hist. Comma Ma rch 1977 7. Original owner (if known) Stevenson, :Benjamin or C. A. Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Apartments 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Land in this area the property of Asa Wright was plotted in 1870 When Washington Avenue was opened from Elm Street. Wright sold a lot, 150 ft on Elm x 200 ft on Washington to Benjamin Stevenson. Map of Iorthampton 1384 indicates C. A. Stevenson resident in this house. Ownership and life use alternate from Stevenson family to Carleys A. G. Carley is resident indicated on Northampton Map in 1895. In 1940 the house was purchased from Carley by Victor De Paola, father of the present owner, rirLi. Robert Jeffway. De Paola built an addition on the Washington end of the house and changed the entrance to 4 Washington Avenue. He canverted the h::use to apartments. The original lot, 150 ft on Elm Street was divided prob bly before the house was built. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds Book 373 p. 2 35 Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian x Political Transportation Map of Northampton 1884 1895 Information received from Mrs. Jeffway the present owner. 3/73 FORM 13 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston DO NOT WVRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. Cover)) -1377 MASS. HIST. 1. Town Northampton Name 3. Description: Date 1927 Altered Moved 5. Lot size: Organization In Area no. Address 276 Elm Street Present use Residence Present owner David Schuman Source Owner builder Style Colonial R e..v ve3 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect Irving Norton in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric Brick Form no. Ridge roof Federal Classic portico, fan light Outbuildings (describe) Brick garage two stalls Other features Porches at each end Chimneys at each end Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage r I\ l Date February 1977 Date Date 100° x 75 -100° 1 00 Approximate distance of building from street 50' 6. Recorded by Eleanor Lincoln Hampshire Hist. Comm, LI B3 7. Original owner (if known) Mi nn i ng Original use Re ,9 isie Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Elaine Wm Manning inherited the house from her father iriichael Manning who built it in 1927. She sold to David Schuman in August, 1975 a 7 c (source E. W. Manning) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds: Book 1849 p. 193 1975 E. We Manning to David Schuman 832 260 1927 Edward Paquette to Michael Manning land only FORM 13 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS IIISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 1 1 '(ox4r)197 .MASS. HIST. CC 1. Town Address Name Present use Apartment Present owner Wayne Thibault 3. Description: Double House Date 1891 Source Registry of Deeds Style CN n Q C ARTS Architect In Area no. Northampton 280 282 Elm Exterior wall fabric Wood Outbuildings (describe) 2 Form no. Corner Elmba and car garage Other features 2 story portico flanked on each side by 2 story bows Hip rood, .2 chimneys, dormers Altered Apartments Moved 5. Lot size: Date Date Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 100' Organization Northampton Hist. Comm. Late February 1977 Approximate distance of building from street 50 Recorded by Eleanor T. Lincoln Original owner, (if known) Misses Marie and Alice Warner Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Apartments 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation .eligion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian_ Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) House appears on 1895 map of Northampton owners Misses Warner 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds: Book 1914 p, 214 1976 Szawlowski to Wayne Thibault. 1404 223 1963 Serio to SzXawl)wski 1017 74 1950 Lobello to Seri. 846 113 1928. Annie Boyden to ?ranceaca Lobello 743 243 1918 Marie Warner to A. Boyden 441 291 1891 Edgard Hart to k3.rie and Alice Warner lot FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Bostoa 20M -5 -73- 075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. in relation to nearest cross streets and ther buildings. Indicate north. Offerb 1977 MASS. HIST. COMM. 1. Town Northa mpton In Area no. Form no. 31 n so Address 292 Elm Street Name Present use Residence 2 Family Present owner Raymond LaFlamme 3. Description: Date 1889 -1895 Source Deeds Street Directory Style 6eete-* Architect Exterior wall fabric wood covered with composition shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features two story entrance porch two story bay windows two large inside chimneys, ridge roof Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: 60 x 150 One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 55 -60 ft Approximate distance of building from street 25 ft. 6. Recorded by Ele nor T. Lincoln Organization Northampton Hist. Comm. April, 19 ?7 L i 5 'Original; owner if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if tiny) and dates 'residence single family 8. 'Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation :;ortnampton map 1 Northam:•ton Directories Samuel is. Thompson 9. historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Land in this area was surveyed and divided into lots in 1ts87 -by nammond and Sullivan, who opened Forbes Avenue from Elm at this date. S. E. Tlom +son bougLt lot 00 in 1969 and built his house soon after, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of .eeeds Book 1761 p. 3 1277 334 961 209 957 401 896 146 805 98 796 505 484 445 423 362 1974 1958 Paquette to Raymond LaFlamme 1941 N. I. S. to Nelson Faquette 1)41 Ma: innis to N. I. S. 1934 Dickerman to Wm. A. Maginnis 1924 Chilson to Josephine Dickerman 1923 Guilford to Wm L. Chilson 1896 Thompson to Ella Guilford 3/73 1889 ;iaclmond and Sullivan to Samuel Thompson FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M-5-73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN TIIIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MIIC Photo no. ¢,M 1977 MASS. HST. COMM. 1. Town Northampton Address 296 Elm Street Name Present use Apartments Present owner David Pichette 3. Description: Date 1889-90 Source Deeds Style Quee Ann Architect In Area no. F Street map Exterior wall fabric wood covered with composition shingles Outbuildings (describe) brick garage Other features hexagonal tower with peak roof. gables front and side porch Rront and side Altered aoartrnents Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: 58 x 150 One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 58 ft Approximate distance of building from street 25 ft 6. Recorded by E. T. Lincoln Organization Idortharnpton Hist. Comm. April 1977 1 3C Form no. 7. Original owner (if known) 1 artha 1). liar Lung Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence single f,.mily 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agrieultura1 Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Anartments Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Land in this area was surveyed and divided into lots when Forbes Avenue was opened 1 7f E1 Street. Pro arty was owned by Hammond and Sullivan who owned consideraole lane in this part of city. Lots were plotted in 1887 and offered i'or ::ale. Lot #9 was purchased by Martha Hartung-in 1889. She built between 1889 and 1895 when Map of ,aortha!nnton si.ows her resident in this place. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Itegi:;try of Deeds: Book 427 p. 541 1887 Lot Plan 427 517 Book 1906 22 2 ','imothy Washburn to D. w. Fichetts a 6..L. 3/73 FORM 13 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 1. Town Northampton M 9Tetrj) 1977 MASS. HIST. COMM. Address 300 Elm Name Present use In Area no. Form no. Apartments Office Present owner Pichette Construction 3. Description: Date Company Large Frame Hip roof with gables, porches Source Harvey Antil, Deeds Style \I e.r a_ Que3 uwi AMC_ Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: apartments Wood converted to Date 1939 -40 Approximate frontage 60° 6. Recorded by 40 ft Barn, now a sep- arate prup4 6y 1 51 -/A 5� Date 60x 60 Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street Eleanor T. Lincoln Organization Hampshire _'is torical Comm. Date ?March 1977 L 7 7. Original owner (if known) Original use hesidence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Frederick Macomber Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Appartments and Office space Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce x Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 1890 Frederick Macomber, a local banker, purchased several lots from a i t -nr George Jewett miaem the Jewett property on Elm street was plotted in 1887. Between 1890 and 189 when the house appears on the Map of aorthatupton 1695 .:,acomher built a large residence for himself. The property was sold by his heirs in 1922 and later acquired by Harvey Antil (1939) who converted the house into apartments, and made the barn into a two family house. In 1973 Antil sold to David Pichette who has established the office for his construction com:any in the h »use, retains residence, and rents apartments. b o i S t 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds: Book 1874 139 1976 875 532 1700 157 1973 784 117 181 1922 944 214 1939 436 31 33 1890 933 198 496 500 489 89 916 411 882 360 1932 879 FORM 13 BUILDING MASSACIIUSETTS IIISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. mgelr) 1977 1. Town MASS. HIST. COMM. Address Name Present use Present owner A. D. Raymond 3. Description: Large 3 story frame o'en porch south east Date 1901 Style Source Deeds, Street Directory Architect In Area no. Northampton 302 Elm Street Residence Exterior wall fabric Wood Outbuildings (describe) Other features 3 floor dormer Altered Moved 5. Lot size: hip roof 2 floor balcony and balus trade 95' x 100! plus Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 95° Date Date Approximate distance of building from street 50' 6. Recorded by Eleanor T. Lincoln Form no. 31n (f nC 4 f evival ganization Hampshire Hist. Comm. ECER 17-7C) h 1 f farc Date 977 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Registry of Leeds: book 918 99 1936 720 5 665 34 1911 549 87 1901 456 3 33 1890 4i111i K. :;taab and iLary itaab Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Land part of Jewett property, :lotted in 1887°_ Lot,purchased among octhers by F. A. Macomber in 1890, sold; to W.K. Stabb in 1901, House ;uiit in 1901 occupied by Staab until 1911 Occupied by Kirkpatrick and later by George Spe -•r. Purchased by hymond in 193. Alice Kirkpatrick who lived in the house from 1912 14 i rofessor at .'with Co11ee was a 10, Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Northampton Street Direcotoriee 1901, 1902, 1911, 1936, 1977 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M- 5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. !,1r 1977 MASS. HIST. COMM. 1. Town Northampton Address 310 Elm Street Name Pi ate Present use 3. Description: Date 1911 -13 Architect Organization In Area no. Earle Apartments Exterior wall fabric Brick and stone Source Deeds Street Directory Style ati i,Ss REM tra -Q t.O9 Outbuildings (describe) apartment house Present owner Armand Noggio Other features 4 story, flat roof, exterior first floor grey granite, er floors crick, t i to trim, four story bay windows at ach end of front_ Altered Moved 5. Lot size: 90ff t x One acre or less x Approximate frontage 90 f t Approximate distance of building from street 40 f t. 6. Recorded by E. T. Lincoln 1C iorthampton .ist. Comm. March 1977 Form no. Date Date Over one acre ARCHITECTU SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) This block is four stories in heiEht with the first floor of stone and the upper floors of brick. It is capped by a bracketed cornice. The facade has four -story bow windows on either end and a central entrnace with portico. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This apartment house was built in 1911 for Frank Woodward at a cost of X25,00"'. "One of the most interesting features of the building season... the definite appearance of the apartment building in NorthanLton No new buildings of the true apartment house type were erected in Northampton until the Woodward apartment house on Elm St., and the Mather apartment house on Crescent St., both recently completed, made their appearance." BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk.655 -F. 21 Spfld.Daily Republican Jas. 1, 1912. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 11 a 1 N E ELty\ ST 1) k 2 0 2 tai DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MILC Photo no. I/ I Y1 V e VI TGriCLt (over) Northampton ess 320 Elm Street Allen House ription: )urce Architect 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by Date In Area no. Form no. 3 I `f ent use Resi dence ent owner Armand Moggio Organization 1893 Hampshire Gazette 11/22/1893 Queen Anne unknown Exterior wall fabric wo o d= shingles Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features gabl es; corner tower with decorative shingling; sweeping porch with latticework detail Altered no Date Moved no Date Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 60 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet C. Ilubi e No rthamp ton Hi s to ri cal qr, JUN 0 1976 Licro 01:;b:li1-11 It: ;e i 11 u: ;os (if any) and dates Ye si dence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) :11,u, i;il,ai Con:serv�ation Reere ition Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x— Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication R'lilitary Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. IIistorical Significance (include explanation of themes checked. above) This, well articulated Queen Anne residence is located at the upper end of Elm Street. Major elements in its design are the corner tower and sweeping porch.. Small scale shingles cover the second story and the gable ends while clapboards and stickwork are used in other portions of the facade. Porch supports are beaded; a second porch appears beneath the gable® Gonstructi on of the residence was almost completed in 1893 when its o a Air© Allen employed with a New Yo•L'k Tir:a,, ran out of funds. A :notice in the Gazette described the house' s interiors, which included quartered oak, pine, and cherry© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, 11/22/1393 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston f iv'iap. Li ci w in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 (over) e Date ess ;ent use :ription: ource hitect Other features 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Northampton 17 Vernon St. residence Form no. 31A -88 lent owner Howard and Evangeline Meehan c. 1850 Reg. of Deeds Exterior wall fabric board and batten Outbuildings (describe) small side Altered addition Date 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street May 1980 E. Lonergan NHC 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 'vr -:rho .3treet was oriFinaily -::s Paper ;ill •.oad and was laid out from Elm street along the present a ay path to tie intersection of rederal.3treet0 Here, it descended the bluffs and led to the paper gill at the confluence of Broughton eadow Brook and the i�il_l river. Lhe paper mill was founded in the late 170 so the road probably dates from that }period® this small cottage is first mentioned in an 1:: cb ed as the residence of Gilliam Clark Jr. ;r0 ark was one of the owners of th e paper mill a d his family owned con siderable property on Elm Street Phe is 1.12 stories in height with .able e ?d to the straet and a one -story ell on the western side. the exterior of the c otage is covered with board and batten, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1_:,54 and 1 30 ;ounty 1 1E73, 1 _:?•4 a 1.395 Atlases !fie.istry of feels. B.k0 346 ?.169, 135-146, 1 -316 .a and 317 _.ort'Iamnton Jirector'y. 1:,63-39 o. Lb5ti 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) Date :ess In Area no. Form no. 31A -89 J Northampton 21 Vernon St. e N. Kearney House ;e nt use Sent owner Howard Meehan et al. ;riptiou: ource 3 hitect c. 1850 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization NHC residence Reg. of Deeds May 19Rf) E. Lonergan 7. Original owner (if known) William Clark Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) A house is first mentioned on this lot in 1847. At that time the property was owned by William Clark, the owner of the paper mill, but William Colson was listed as the occupant of the homestead. In 1850 Mr. Clark sold a one -acre parcel, "now improved and occupied by said Kerney" to Nicholas "Karney" for $400. Mr. Kearney also purchased several acres of land from Ansel Jewett in the rear of his homestead. This land sloped down from the bluffs to Broughton Meadow Brook, and was fine agricv tural land. The property remained in the Kearney family into the 20th century. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories in height, with gable end to the street and a cross gables on the western side, near the rear. The entrance is also located on the western side and is sheltered by a one -story porch with turned posts, cut- out brackets and balustrade. A small rectangular bay extends from the streetside, and there is an oculus in the gable. The windows have six over six sashes. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases, Registry of Deeds: Bk. 174 -P. 252, 173 -577, 135 -152, 121 -316. Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 1900. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 `1. Map. craw SKeten U1 Uuliuitig, 1 it ctLLt,,i in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ass E. Gouch House ent use ent owner Stephen and Joyce Magner ription: 1849 )urce ....,.Litect'' Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features gable wide friezeboard, cornerboards, front porch with posts, brackets, and two- level balustrade. Altered p ch added_ Date last third of 19th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 12° 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Northampton 47 Vernon St. March 1980 residence Reg. of Deeds clapboard E. Lonergan NHC Form no. 3 31A -94 end to street with 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Edwin J. Gouch residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small, 1 and 1/2 story cottage is described as Edwin J. Gouch °s new dwelling house is 1849. Mr. Gouch purchased 3 /4 of an acre from Ansell Jewett for $60. earlier that same year. Vernon St. was laid out as the road to the paper mill, which was located at the confluence of Broughton Meadow Brook and the Mill River, and the street went by the name of Paper Mill Rd. for any years. The house is 1 and 1/2 stories in height with gable end to the street and a one -story porch across the facade. The porch has chamfered posts, fancy cut -out brackets, and a two -level balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1360 County Map. 1873, 1881+ and 1395 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 406 -P. 346, 207 -138, 133 131 -495, 129 -312 and 315. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton ess 63 Vernon St. e Approximate frontage Organization NHC Date ;ent use :ription: 1867 -69 ource In Area no. Form no. 31A -97 residence ;ent owner James Holderbaum Reg. of Deeds hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6x6 windows, half porch with hipped gable entrance, hipped 4 f'L gable roof with hipped cross gable. 427 41 :7 1 7 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size One acre or less x Over one acre 100 Approximate distance of building from street 12° 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan March 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Jonathan H Lyman Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates H. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education X Exploration/ settlement Industry Military X Political Recreation Religion Science invention Social humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small cottage nas built on property of Jonathan Lyman in the late 1860's. Mr. Lyman had bought a little more than three ac res in 1867 on the west side of Paper Mill Rd. (now known as Vernon St.), and had several small cottages erected thereon. This house and 3/4 of an acre were sold to Charles Case in 1871, but Mr. Case had already been occupying the homestead. He is listed in the local directories as a mechanic, and was probably employed by the nearby papermill. The house is 1 and 1/2 stories in height with hipped gable roof to the side and large, hipped wall gable on the facade. A hipped gable also'caps the entry -of a one -story half- porch. 10. Bibliography early maps, 1860 County Registry of Northampton and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, etc.) Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Deeds: Bk. 461 -P. 13, 282 -349 and 361, 247 -109. Directory: 1873 -74, 1875 -76. 1. Map. craw skew!" ui in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 3 �g .s Fz '�r:i 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING 11ASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) In Area no. Form no. 31A -98 Northampton ass 67 Vernon St. ent use residence .ent owner Albert and Ethel Payne :ription: 1867-69 ource Reg. of Deeds hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features hipped gable roof with two hipper] wall dnrmPrR „half- porch with hipped gable entrance. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: 4. One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 65 Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date March 1980 15° E. Lonergan NHC 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Jonathan H. Lyman residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small cottage was built on property of Jonathan Lyman in the late 1860's. Mr. Lyman had bought a little more than three acres in 1867 on the west side of Paper Mill Rd. (now known as Vernon St.), and had several small cottages erected thereon. This house and 1/2 of an acre were sold to Mary Strong, wife of Daniel Strong, in 1869. Mr. Stron was listed as a "grinder" in the local directories. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 262 -P. 252, 247 -109. Northampton Directory: 1873 -74. Los The house is 1 and 1/2 stories in height with hipped gable roo )o the side, and two hipped wall dormers on the facade. A hipped gable also caps the entry of a one -story half porch. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston map. UL'2iw in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date In Area no. Form no. 31A -109 Northampton ess 76 Vernon St. G. Clark House .ent use ;ent owner ;ription: 1865 -68 ource hitect residence Alice Manning Rego of Deeds Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6x6 windows, door with sidelights, front porch with posts, brackets and balustrade. Altered sided Date mid 20th Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC 15° March 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Gearae H. Clark residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation riL 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1365 George H. Clark, a papermaker, bought two acres in the "northeast corner of the Paradise Lot for $400. Mr. Clark was probably related to William Clark the owner of the nearby paper mill. George Clark's house was built on the outside of the curve in Paper Mill Rd. (now known as Vernon St.). This was the point where the road left the top of the bluffs and descended into the meadows near the con- fluence of Broughton Meadow Brook and the Mill River, where the paper mill uas located. The house is 1 and 1/2 stories in height with gable end to the .;tree and a one story, hipped roof porch across the three -bay facade. The porch has simple square posts, cut -out brackets and a balustrade. The entrance has sidelights and plain architrave, while the windows have six over six sashes. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1360 County Map, 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 255 -P. 278, 228 -307 and 317. Northampton Directory:1873 -74. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. 1blap. Draw sketch or buitaing; iocarion in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess e Vernon Street School ;ent use ;ent owner City of Northampton ;ription: 1897 -1900 ource Reg. of Deeds and Directory Other features Organization In Area no. Form no. 31A -112 Northampton 56 Vernon St. school Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC Date May 1980 uq7 7. Original owner (if known) Original use school Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) City of Northampton Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development X Political early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 500 -P. 215, 4 97 -302. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1900. D. Recreation X Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The City of Northampton acquired land for this school in 1897. The preceeding thirty years had seen a enormous growth in this area, with the subdivision of large homesteads on the southern side of Elm St. These homesteads had relatively small frontage on Elm St., but extended back over 1/4 of a mile to the,bluffs above the Mill River. Several streets, including Washington, Harrison and Kensington Avenues, were laid out, and built up with marry fine residences. The Vernon Street School had a staff consisting of: principal, seven teachers, kindergarten teacher and helper in 1900. ?7 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M 7 77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) Date a SS Northampton ent use ent owner Anthony and Hattie Misch :ri ption: ource nitect In Area no. Form no. 31A -115 38 Vernon St. L. Clark House residence c. 1861 Reg. of Deeds Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features p edimented gable with "Gothic" window inside, 1 -story front porch with posts and balustrade. Altered double doorway, Date earl y 20th large window Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC March 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Luther H. Clark residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 186o County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 200 -P. 84, 64 -602. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) `qg Luther H. Clark purchased the L and 3/4 acre "Shallow Lot" in 1861 for $450. At that time the site was described as atop "Paper Mill Hill Vernon St. had originally been called "Paper Mill Road and connected Elm St. to the paper mill on the Mill River. The road ran along the top of the bluff, until the present day inter- section of Federal St., before descending the slope to the mill. Mr. Clark was a carpenter and perhaps built the house himself. It's 2 and 1/2 stories in height, with pedimented gable end to the street and a cross gable on the northern side. Within the tympanum is a "Gothic" sash window. A one -story porch with posts and blaustrade extneds across the facade. The porch, large first floor window and double entrance are all niodifications done about the turn-of--the-century.. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `t. 1VL i 1 l./, L 1 d W one 6V t t va ..ruaauaub avv.a....... in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate' north. (over) in ress ne sent use residence :sent ownerWalter Cynthia Bielan- ski ;cription: e 1884 -1895 "Source Atlases le hitect In Area no. Form no. 31A -122 Northampton 15 Forbes Avenue Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe)carriage house Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15° NHC March 1980 1 1 1 Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Themes (check as many as applicable) :Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion A rchitectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Forbes Ave. was opened in 1887 by the prominent local developers J.C. Hammond and J.A. Sullivan. Development was slow, and by 1895 there were only four houses constructed. The other eleven lots were built upon in the early 20th century. In the 1920's the street was continued through to Wash- ington Place, effectively doubling the length of the street. The first known owner Of this house was Byron Tonne, co- owner of a Main St. grocery, who was listed here in the 1895 directory. The house is two stories tall with slate hipped roof and 2 and 1/2 story gabled projec- tion on the eastern side. A one story porch extends across the three -bay facade and along the eastern side to the projection. The Porch has hipped roof, spindle frieze and turned posts, and is surmounted vy a small porch in the center of the facade. This porch has a shed roof and spindle frieze. A projecting wall gable with decorative bargeboardscaps this porch. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1895 -96 Registry of Deeds: mac;. 1 27 541. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 Map. craw sxeicn or ouiiuing iucauon in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 Northampton .ess 25 Forbes Avenue ;ent use ;ent owner Esther Newhall trustee :ription: nurce residence 1895 1915 Atlases rcnitect Exterior wall fabricclapboard shingle Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date g 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date In Area no. Form no. 31A -127 March 1980 SCE Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Forbes Ave. was opened in 1887 by J.C. Hammond and J.A. Sullivan, two of Northampton s most prominent developers of the late 19th and early 20th century. Development was slow and by1895 there were only four houses constructed, with the other eleven lots being developed early in the 20th century. During the 1920 s the street was extended behind Vernon Street School and ended at Washington Place. The first known owner of this house was Thomas Roe. Mr. Roe was listed here in the 1915 directory, and was described as the superint- endent of the McCallum Hosiery Co. on West St. in Northampton. The house is two stories tall with hir slate roof and large, pedimented dormer on the eastern end of the facade. one-story porch with hipped roof, pedimented entrance, doubled posts en paneled pedestals, and balustrade extneds across the facade and halfwe7 along the eastern side. sn?11 siiinled '.:alconv sits crop the rorc:: a:.ove :e entrance. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, iegistry of feeds: 3k. 427 ®P. 541. :`ortha.mpton Directory: 1905, 1915, 1922. Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ :settlement invention Industry Social/ 1,1i.litary humanitarian Political Transportation 5bc FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 `Y. 1Victp. 111 ca in relation to nearest cross streets other buildings. Indicate north. �d C• r (over) l ess 35 Forbes Avenue ent use residence ;ent owner Margaret George BaLrett ;ription: hitect Outbuildings (describe) Altered Moved 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Northampton E. Barrett House 1895 1905 Form no. 31A -1 29 ource Atlas Directory Exterior wall fabric cla_pbgard So 1 Other features flaring hip, slate roof with front pedimented gable, 1— story front porch with fluted piers and pPdimented Pntranr Date Date One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 7 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Edward T. Barrett_ residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion X Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 1895 1915 Atlases 1905 Directory registry of Deeds: B'.:. 427 P. 541. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Forbes Ave. was opened in 1887 by local developers J.C. ianirnond and J. a. Sullivan. Develop .Went was slow and by 1895 there were only four rouses constructed. This 'souse ivas built early in the 20th .entur for Edward Barrett, a partner with Jac«es 0 Brien in a general ins and real estate agency. Barrett and 0 Btfren played an influ- ential part in the turn of the century development if Northampton. The :souse is two stories high with flaring hip roof and central, 2i story pedimented pavilion on- the facade. wide frieze runs under the ewes and the corners are adorned with fluted pilasters. A one -stoey porch with shed roof, pedimented entrance, fluted posts and balustrade covers the three-bay facade. 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston other buildings. inaicate rLu L, (over) Northampton Date ess 51 Forbes Avenue ;ent use residence sent owner Sidonia Barrett In Area no. Form no. 31A -130 1887 -95 source Reg. of Deeds Atlas :erior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) small chicken house Other features oculus in front gable "Gothic" window in side Aable, front half porch with turned posts, spindle frieze and haluj-rade Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC March 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk a 427 -Pe 541 Northampton Director 1895 -96, 1000, 1905, 1015 and 1918. 0. YO 2 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Forbes Ave. was opened in 1$87 by prominent local developers J.C. Hammond and J.A. Sullivan. Development was slow with only four houses being constructed by 1895. This was ose of those four and is described as belonging to Joseph Fowler. Mr. Fowler however did not live iere, residing instead on King Ste The house is 21 stories in height, L shred with the short ag facing Forbes Ave. An oculus is located in the front gable and a Gothic" two over two sash window is in the side gable. A one- story Torch with hipped roof, spindle frieze, turned costs and balustrade is situated in the crook of the L, and a one-story bay window projects from the front leg. 'Aide boarding is used as string courses. connecting__ the sills and lintels of the windows. In the rear of the property is an interesting, small chicken house, with two round shaded triple windows. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ent owner K,nneth and "artha: Sullivan Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings`' (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15 6. Recorded by IL,nerzan Organization i ?HC Date In Area no. larch 1980 stucco Form no. 31A-132 In vntr ma.sc,n 7. Original owner (if known) Charles W. Novotny Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation early maps, etc.) 1915 Atlas. Northampton Directory: 1918, 1922, 1930. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This cottage was built during the 1920's at the corner of Washington Place and Forbes Ave. extension. Forbes Ave. had been laid out in 1887, but had only extended from Elm St. to the rear of the Vernon Street School. Not until the mid 1920's was it extended to Washington. Place. The 1930 directory lists Charles Novotny, a mason, at this address and Mr. Novotny probably constructed the house himself. It is one and a half stories high with hipped gable end to the street. The base of the house and the chimney arr constructed of uncoursed rubble stone, while the upper portion is stuccoed. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, c> 37M -7 -77 FORM B ,BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iitap. pram Sk tcn oI ouliuing iueaLiuu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. n Northampton Architect Form no. 31A -146 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features sent owner Chester Agnes Sadowski cription: 1895 1900 Altered porch enclosed Date mid 20th C. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Forbes Ave. Has opened in 1887 by the prominent local developers J.C. Hammond and J.A. Sullivan. Development wa s slow and by 1895 there were only four houses constructed. This house was built in th latter part of the 1890's for James O'Brien, a partner with Edward Barrett in a general insurance and real estate agency. Barrett and O'Brien also played an influential part in the turn -of -the- century devel opment of Northampton. The house is 2 and 1 /2`stories high with gable end to the street and a small pentroof enclosing the front gable like a pediment with a "Palladian" window within. The second floor of the facade has a recessed porch, while and enclosed porch abd_ triple windowwith molded cornice and festooned frieze take up the first floor. On the western side is a two -story bay windo w with polygonal roof. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 Registry of Deeds: Bk. 427 P. 541. James W. O'Brien 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston IJfcLW Jk eLOIL Vl! l/UL1uL 15 tvc. ua.cvac in relation to nearest, cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) n Northampton ress 12 Forbes Avenue ie sent use residence sent owner Joseph Sheila Dacri cription: source e --hitect Atlases Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features fish -scale shingles in gable, front half-porch with Tuscan columns on brick piers and balus- trade Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage In Area no. 1895 1915 Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 Form no. 31A -148 Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915, 1922, 1930. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Forbes Ave. was opened of of Elm St. in 1887 by J.C. Hammond and J.A. Sullivan, two developers who played a prominent role in opening up a number of residential tracts in Northampton around the turn -of- the century. The western end of the street, from the rear of Vernon Street School to Washington Place, was opened during the mid 1920's. This house first appears on the 1915 atlas and was occupied by George Payne, a gardener. The house is two-and-ahalf stories tall and L- shaped with a one -story porch in the crook of the L. The porch has a hipped roof, Tuscan columns on brick pedestals and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `f. 1VLap LL "aw SOMA in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildngs. Indicate north. a Northampton In Area no. Form no. 31A -152 sent owner William Margo Cooley cription: 1922 -30 source Req. of Deeds Directory Colonial Revival (Dutch) :hitect 37M --7 -77 0 &fr 1 (over) Exterior wall fabric brick stucco Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Organization NHC Date Date porch,. X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20° 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan March 1980 SG Original owner (if known) Horace Wm FIo ford Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education X Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Maynard Rd. was opened in-1922 through the Charles Maynerd estate on Elm St. About half of the present houses were built during the 1920's, with the rest being mostly after WW II. The first known owner of this house was Horace Hosford, who was listed here in the 1930 directory and described therein as the president and manager of the Noewood Engineering Co. in Florence. The house is two stories tall with gambrel roof and long shed dorner typical of the Dutch Colonial Style. The central entrance is covered by a hipped gable portico with arched opening and Tuscan columns. There is a one -story sun porch on the western end. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds: Plan Bk.6 -P.53 Northampton Directory: 1922 1930 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `f. 1V1ap. UL"dW reLl;ll vi uuLLUau6 a...v.�.,..... in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 (over) sent use Northampton •ess 78 Maynard Road sent owner Elizabeth Abarno �ription: ource Reg. of Deeds Directory hitect Exterior wall fabric residence 1922 -30 Outbuildings (describe) Other features hipped, diamond pattern slate roof, arched entry hood,double 4x6 windows with balconies on facade Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC In Area no. stucco Date March 1980 Form no. 31A -167 Original owner (if known) Original use regi riPnrP Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation__ Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Maynard Rd. was opened in 1922 through the Charles Maynard estate on Elm St. This was the last of the streets extending westerly from Elm St. to be laid out and consequently has the most recent examples of residential arch- itecture. Approximately half of the houses were built during the 1920's, with most of the rest built after WW II. The house is two stories tall, with slate hip roof. An Arched garden entrance with slate hip soot projects from the eastern corner of the facade. The three -bay facade has a central entrance with arched hood supported by brackets and French windows with small balconies on the first floor. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds: Plan Bk.6 °P058 Northampton Directory: 1930 ��7 371 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston C3 Y w OnG{.fill vl 01.1L.L. L L av-.nLavia in relation to dearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) n Bess I.Stone C. Maynard House Sent use residence sent owner 2ription: ource .,nitect In Area no. Form no. 31A -172 Northampton 50 Maynard Road Pauline Zewski 1860 -73 Map At s_ Exterior wall fabric Other features Outbuildings (describe) 2 car gar 6. Recorded by Organization Date shaped, barge board .4 CP 1 21 Moved from Elm St. Date c1922 4- 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 4 Approximate distance of building from street 20' Altered stuccoed Date c1922 E. Lonergan NHO March 1980 olded window 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion X Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Maynard St. was opened in 1922 through the Charles Maynard home- stead on Elm St. About half of the houses were built during the 1920 s, with most of the rest being built after WW II. This was Mr. Maynard s Elm St. house and was moved to this site when the street was laid out. It was probably at this time that the house was stuccoed, allowing the house to "blend in The house first appears on its Elm St. site on the 1873 atlas. At that time it was owned by Isaac Stone, a lawyer. Mr. Maynard, a prominent local industrialist acquired the property about 1890. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories in height and L- shaped, with the short gabled leg facing Maynard St. Both gables are decroated with ornate barge boards and most of the windows retain their two over two sashes and heavy cornices. A one -story bay window projects from the gable end of the long leg of the house. early maps, etc.) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 1895 1915 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Plan Bk.6 -P058 Northampton Directory: 1860 -69, 1875 -76, 1885 -86, 1895 -86 5th MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Tes,11 n ent use ;ription: ource 2 hitect Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) Other features large brackets under ride eaves, wrap- around porch with fluted piers balustrade, 2 -story bays Altered sided Date mid 20th C. Moved Date 5. Lot size: Date In Area no, Form no, 31A -177 Northampton ess 11 Washington Avenue J� Hartunc e Organization residence ;ent owner Anthony Rita Harries 1870 -73 Bracketed 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 &atlas One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 7. Original owner (if known) Original use, Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check, as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development X x John Hartung residence Conservation Education Exploration settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1870 J.D. Smith and John M. Miner filed a subdivision plan for Washington Ave. This street was cut through a portion of the Clark homestead on E1 St., and was the first major development of the "Paradise" area. By 1873 almost half of the over thirty lots had been built upon. This house appears on that atlap and was owned by John Hartung, a painter. The house features wide eaves with brackets, two story bay windows on the facade and on the eastern side'and a one -story porch with flat roof and fluted piers that was probably added during the early 20th century. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 272 -P .,149 Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1875 -76 5a 37m-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) 1. Town :ription: hitect In Area no. Northampton ent use residence 1870 -73 Approximate frontage R. Garfield Hous 15' 75' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 Form no. 31A -178 3S 15 Washington Avenue ent owner George Jean Cohen ource Reg. of Deeds Atlas 3rior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) carrjage house with cupola Other features round headed window with huttar in front gahl a and louvered oculus in side bable, wrap- around porch Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street S 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Reuben J. Garfield Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Nap 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.339- Ro257, 276 -55, 272 -241, 272 -149 E. 272 -13 Northampton Directory: 1873 -74 In 1870 John Minor and James Searle filed a subdivision plan for Washington Ave. During the same year they sold lot no. 6 to Reuben Garfield for $600. Mr. Garfield was a carpenter and probably built this house himself. The house first appears on the 1873 atlas and is listed as the residence of R.J. Garfield. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories in height with gable end to ti. street and a 2 and 1/2 story gaboed projection on the western side. The front gable has a round- headed louvered form, while the side gable has a louvered oculus. A one story porch extends across the three -bay facade and along the western side to the pro- jection. It's composed of flat roof with projecting cornice, chamfered posts with ornate brackets and a turned balustrade. In the rear of the property is a carriage house with slate roof and cupola. 377 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 T ;ription: ource hitect Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features btownstone sills lintels; 2 -story side bay, front porch with posts Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: In Area no. Form no. 31A -180 Northampton ess 23 Washington Avenue a J. Warner House ent use residence ;ent owner Klemens Elizabeth Von Klemperer 1872 -73 Reg. of Deeds Atlas One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 75' Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan M. Dolin Organization NHC Date March 1980 51 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation Ps sin Pomeroy 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) f( In 1872 Payson Pomeroy, a mason and builder, bought lot no. 10 of Minor and Searle's 1870 subdivision plan for Wahington Ave. He soon built this house for his own residence, as it is shown on the 1873 atlas. Mr. Pomeroy sold his house to John L. Warner sometime before 1881+. Mr. Warner was employed as a bookeeper for Luther Warner's silk manufactory but soon became Northampton's tax collector clerk for the sewer commissioners, positions that he was still holding in 1930. The house is two stories in height with slate hipped roof and two story bay window on the western side. Cut brownstone is used for the sills and lintels of the two over two sash windows, and a one -story porch with hipped roof and chamfered posts covers the three -bay decade, which consists of two French windows and an entrance. 10. Bibliography and,/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.302- Po118, 298 -47, 282-5, 272 ®149 Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 1885 -86, 1895-96, 1905, 1915 1930 r3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston other buildings. Indicate not Li. (over) 1. Town Date ess e Sent use residence sent owner Smith College cription: e 1895 Source le chitect In Area no. Northampton Form no. 31A -181 33 Washington Avenue F. Dayton House Atlases S.D.R'.' :terior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) 11/2 story `carr ra e ioUse Other features 21 story corner bay, front porch with polyg_on 1 extAncion Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization 15° 75' E. Lonerqan NHC March 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Frederick Dayton Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house and barn were built in 1895 for Frederick Dayton at a cost of $6000. Mr. Dayton was the city's superintendent of street. Washington Ave. had been opened up in 1870 and about half the houses on the street date from the early 1870's. By 1915 almost all of the present day houses had been built. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories tall and features a 2 and 1/2 story gabled bay at the eastern corner -of the facade and a front porch with Tuscan columns and a polygonal extension around the corner bay. In the rear of the property is a 1 and 1/2 story barn with slate roof, cupola and two wall gables. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1895 -96 S.ri .field Dail Re•ublican Dec. 28, 1895. cry 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton ,ent use residence Tnuun ess 35 Washington Avenue H.H. Carrier House ;ent ownerKenneth Nancy Hellman 'e 1 ription: w' ource e hitect 1870-71 Reg. of Deeds Italianate Exterior wail fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other featurespedimented gable, front porch with chamfered posts, fancy brackets and low balustrade Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 75' Approximate distance of building from street Organization 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan M, Do Lin NHC Date March 1980 S13 7. Original owner (if known) John M. Miner J.H. Searle Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Washington Ave. was laid out for residential development in 1870 by James Sear.e and John Minor. By 1873 almost half of the present 35 houses had been built. This house appears on the 1873 atlas with H.H. Carrier's name next to it, The Registry of Deeds however doesn't have Mr. Carrier buying the property until 1876. As he was a carpenter, he probably built the house for Minor and Searle and then leased it until he could afford_ to buy it. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories tall with pedimented end to the street, and a 2 and 1/2 story cross gable on the western side. The three -bay facade is covered by a one -story porch with hipped roof, chamfered posts with fancy brackets, abd, low balustrade. The first floor has an entrance with fan light and two French windows. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) a. 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.379- P.532, 326 -167, 282 -6 Northampton Directory: 1873 -74 37m-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ess 41 Washington Avenue E. Lilly House 1870 -71 dtect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features u� (over) ent owner Martin Lynda Gleaspn ription: Northampton Approximate frontage In Area no. Form no. 31A -183 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre 75 Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan M. Dolin Organization NHC Date March 1980 5 1y 7. Original owner (if known) J.M. Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) inor and J.H. earle residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Washington Ave was opened in 1870 for residential development .by J.M. Minor and J.H. Searle. The next year they split the development in half with Mr. Searle taking the lots on the north side of the street and Mr. Minor taking thise on the south side. In that transaction a house is mentioned on this lot, no, 16. The house and lot were sold to Erastus Lilly, a deputy sheriff in Septenber of 1871 for $3000. By 1873 almost half of the present day 35 houses had been constructed on the street, with most of the rest built around the turn -of- the century. This house is 2 and 112 stories tall with pedimented end to the street and a 2 and 1/2 story pedimented projection on the western side. A one -story porch with hipped roof, chamfered posts and ornate brackets covers the three -bay facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 286 -Pa88, 282 -6, 272 -149 Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 1894 -95 iitect 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston otner 0 N (over) 5. Lot size: In Area no. Form no. 31A -184 Northampton ent ownerCarol Vernon Gotwals ription: 1871 -73 Req. of Deeds Atlas rior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) 11/2 story carriage house Other features L- shaped, pedimented gable front pnrr'h siaP po.r:ch_w; t am_ fered" posts brackets, full length windows first floor of facade Altered Date Moved Date One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15° March 1980 Recorded by E. Lonergan M. Dot in Organization NHC Date 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development C rus MD Graves residence C onservation Education x Exploration settlement Industry Military x Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1871 Cyrus Graves, a mechanic, bought J.M. Minor and J.H. Searles' Washington Ave.. subdivision for laid out the year before and by 1873 fifteen houses had been one for Mr. Graves. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian Transportation cis lots no. 18 and 20 of $1000. The street had been constructed, including this The house is 2 and 1/2 stories tall, L- shaped with the pediment short leg to the street. The three -bay facade and the front of the side leg are bo),./ covered by one -story porches with flat roofs, projecting cornices and chamfered posts with brackets. The first floor of the facade has two French windows and an entrance with two -light transom and plain surround. A similar entrance is on the front of the side leg. In the rear of the property is a 1 and 1/2 story vertical barn with cupola and side clapboard addition. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bko286 -P089, 272 -149 Northampton Directory: 1875 -76 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston f iV1ap. 1J1c a \eLLLL 01. J LLL hLtuE, in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) BSS ent use residence ent owner Jean B. Mair ription: 1908 Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 31A -187 Northampton 57 Washington Avenue F. Shumway House iurce Directory Atlas& ..iitect Exterior wall fabric shingle brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features hip roof with hipped dormers, front porch wi,th_Tuscan columns and balustrade, side bay Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 s� 7. Original owner (if known) Frank E., Sh a Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development hipped rance, On the reaidA Conservation Education x Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political ce 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Washington Ave. was laid out for residential development in 1670 and by 1873 fifteen houses had been constructed. Most of the other houses were constructe in the turn -of- the century period. This house was built in 1908 at a cost of $5500 for Frank Shumway. Mr. Shumway was co -owner of a Center St. plumbing and store business, and had lived next door at 55 Washington Ave. since the early 1890's. This house is two stories in height with slate hipped roof and dormers with double windows. A one -story porch with hipped roof, gabled ent- Tuscan columns and balustrade covers the facade and half of the eastern side. western side of the house is a one -story bay window with hipped roof. 10. Bibliography and /or references early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884, 1895 1915 Northampton Directory: Springfield Daily Republican (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, Atlases 1918, 1915, 1905, 1895 -96, 1885 -86 Dec. 28, 1908. 516 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. map. craw sKetcn oI mulcting location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M-7-77 (over) n Northampton cess Le sent use residence sent owner Charles and Gladys Martin �ription: 1870 -73 ource 7 Exterior wall fabric 6. Recorded by Lonergan Organization 1-C Date In Area no. 61 Washington Ave. Reg. of Deeds ana "alas Outbuildings (describe) Other features L- sha.ned with porch in croo'.- Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street '.arch 1980 20f Form no. ?1.A -189 clapboard 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Wahington Ave. was laid out for residentialdevlopement in 1870 and by 1873 fifteen houses had been built. Most of those were 2 and 1/2 story Italianate houses. This house was first shown on the 1873 atlas and Mrs. L.W. Smith's name was next to it. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and1895 Atlases. Cr( Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation The house is one and 1/2 stories in height, L- shaped with a 1 -story porch in the crook of th L. The porch has a hipped roof, square posts, low, patterr balustrade and lattice base. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M (over) BSS ent use ent owner ription: 6. Recorded by Northampton 71 ''ashington Ave. 1881 Organization 1THC In Area no. Form no. ?1 residence Dorothy Arnold e of Deeds and Atlas 5J `f. flap.: Lraw SKULI:II (J1 lULtutfc6 twncavi� r �i .,.dtect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features fish -scale shinc*les in -ables and as decorative panels, glide boards for emphasis. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 62' Approximate distance of building from street 20' Date larch 1980 Lonergan and E. Dolin 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication .Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanatton of themes checked above) In 1871 B.E. Cook and his son purchased lot no. 30 of J.H. Searles and J.M Minor's subdivision plan for Washington Ave. for x350. Ten years later they sold the cane lot for $250 to Edgar and Sally Ann Buckingham. The Buckinghams weren't listed here in the 1885 directory and the house probably wasn't constructed until the early 1890's. Phillip Class was listed here in the 189h directory. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories in height, L- shaped with a porch in the crook of the L. Fish -scale shingles are used in the gables and as decorative panels between the windows of the first and second floor. Wide vertical and horizontal boarding is used as "string courses" and corner posts. The porch has a hipped roof, turned posts with brackets and turned balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 18814 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: 2k. 366 -P. 109, 236 -380, 272 -149. MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING 4 S 1 V `t. Map. uiaw Inc i.C;LL vi V1-11.1A-1 in relation to nearest cross st other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Exterior wall fabric Other features Date In Area no. Form no. 31A -200 Northampton ess 44 Washington Avenue 3 C. Richmond. House_ ent use residence ent owner Melvin Adele Steinberg :ription: 1908 Outbuildings (describe) Approximate frontage Atlases S.D.R. Organization NEC clapboard Sig Altered entry enclosureDate mid 20th C. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan March 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Clifton Richmond Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1905 1915 Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 28, 1908. Washington Ave. was laid out for residential development in 1870, and about half of the present day houses were built by 1873. Most of the other houses were built in the turn -of- the century period. This house was built in 1908 at a cost of $4000 for Clifton Richmond, a musician and clerk at the Post Office. The house is two _stories tall with high hipped roof and pedimen, A wide frieze and projecting cornice cap the block, and a one -story porch covers the facade and half of the western side. This porch has a flat roof with pro- jecting cornice, frieze, Tuscan columns and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ource 40 Washington Avenue M.L. Graves House ent use residence hitect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. °Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) sided (over) 1 Town 6. Recorded by Date ;ss In Area no. Northampton Z T. U Form no. 31A -201 ent owner Ronald Andrea Bittel :ription: 1870 -81 Reg. of Deeds Other features pedimented }able, full— length windows on first floor of Organization side bay Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 75' Approximate distance of building from street 15' X Over one acre E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Datemid 20th C. Date 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural X Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political J.M. Miner J, H, Searle residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Washington Ave. was opened in 1870 by James Searle and John Minor for residential development. The next year they divided their property in half with Mr. Minor taking the lots on the southern side of the street and Mr. Searle hose on the northern side. In that transaction a house is mentioned on this lot, no. 15. The 1873 atlas shows this house and lists J. Minor next to it. Mr. Minor didn't 1iv here, but was leasing the house out. .Melvin Graves purchased the property sometime before 1884 and is first listed here in the 1875 -76 directory. Mr. Graves was co- owner of a Mian St. business described as "wholeaale and retail dealers in flour, grain, meal and feed, lime, cement, fire brick and clay, baled hay and straw". The house is 2 and 1/2 stories tall with pedimented end to the street and a 2 and 1/2 story gabled projection with one -story bay window on the western side. The three -bay facade has two French windows and entrance with pilasters and entablature on the first floor. The original porch has been removed. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bko282 -P05, 272 -149 Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 188 -86, 1875 -76 t? 3714 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston '1. iviap. LL'n.w in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Sent owner ;ription: 1928 ource hitect Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 31A -203 Northampton ess 30 Washington Avenue W. Crook House ;ent use residence Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe Approximate frontage W' aldo Crook Directories x stucco NHC Date Date Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan March 1980 SZ( 7. Original owner (if known) __1 aIL__cr_k Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education X Exploration settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large, Tudor style house stands out on Wahington Ave,, which is mostly built up with Italianate and Colonail Revivkl houses of the late 19th century. The street had been opened in 1870 and by 1873 fifteen houses had been constructed. The house was designed by Waldo Crook for his own residence. It derives inspiration from the vernacular houses of the _16th and; early 17th century England, °r0 Crook continued to practice in ^Torth ampton until his retiremant in the early 1970'so The house is 2 stories in height with ridge roof, a 2 and i story gabled projection on the western side; and a centered wall gable on the facade. The facade has an asymmetrical placement of two types of windows: rectangular sash windows and smaller squate ones® Tsalf- timbering divides the house into horizontal and vertical sections and enhances the picturesque quality of the form. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Northampton Directory: 1925 30, 1945, 1975 Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation z1 37m-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess 14 Washington Avenue ent use ;ription: Northampton J. Fennessey House ;ent owner Minerva P.elinka Lena Stevens 1870 -73 ource Reg. of Deeds Atlas hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features oculus in front gable, molded window hoods (2nd floor central one pedimented) Altered enclosed porch Date 20th C. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre 75° Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan M. Dolin Organization In Area no. Form no. 31A -206 residence 20° NHC Date March 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) John Fennesse Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1872 John Fennessey, a farmer, bought lots no. 5 and 7 of J. Minor and J. Searle's subdivision plan for Washington Ave. The street had been opened two years earlier, and Minor and Searle had laid out about thirty lots for residential development. Mr. Fennessey's house appears on the 1873 atlas. The house is two and a half stories high with gable and to the street. An oculus is located in the front gable and most of the other windows feat' heavy cornices. The central window on the second floor if the facade has a pediment..- lintel. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.291- P0345, 282 -63, 272 -149 Northampton Directory: 1873 -74 1894 -95 FORM B BUILDING 37m-7-77 MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `f. map. uraW vi LL L t 6 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) .ss ent use residence ent owner Robert Louise Jeffway ription: )urce Reg. of Deeds Atlas _iitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features double round headed win- dow in front gable, front porch with posts, frieze stick -work balustrade partial Altered porch enclosures ate 20th C. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less In Area no. Northampton Approximate frontage Form no. 31A -208 8 Washington Avenue H. Jones Residence 1882 -84 Date March 1980 X Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan M. Dolin Organization NHC 1 SZ3 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Henry Jones residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1882 this lot was sold to Avon Mathews, a prominent local carpenter and builder, for $500. Mr. Mathews probably constructed this house and then sold it to Henry Jones, a music teacher in Northampton public school system. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories high with gable end to the street and cross gable on either side. The gables have round- headed °sash windows within, with the one in the frint gable being doubled. A one -story porch with hipped roof, stick frieze, posts and patterned balustrade covers the three -bay facade. s 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.376 -P.71, 373 -238, 275 -233, 272 -149 Northampton Directory: 1875 -76, 1885 -86, 189Q -95, 1895 -96 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings.' Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THI SPACE USGS Quadrant PRc��E7L� y (over) !SS ^iption: ►urce Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) none Other features hipped roof w /gables; porches w /shingles frieze; entrance with lights pilasters Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Date In Area no. Northampton 25 Harrison Avenue J. A. Sullivan House ;tit use Residence ;nt owner Murray Jean Kiteley 1894 -95 1895 Atlas, Form no. 31Pt-211 Northampton Directory "Queen Anne B. H. Seabury, Spfld, clapboards, shingles. 20 feet C. Dubi e Organization Northampton Historical J'uTifkr t 1 \I F fl JUN 3 0 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM, 7. r;, (if l tic A, S'.illi_v;:n Cri fina u Suhseguunt u:- cs (if any) and dates lZ r ti j (lance Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early reaps, etc.) Seabury family scrapbook. Northampton City uirectories, 1893, 1894, 1895. szV 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Harrison Avenue was opened off Elm Street in the early 1890 s. Much of the property on the street belonged to Jo A. Sullivan, who had his home built there in 1894 =950 The residence was designed by B. H. Seabury of Springfield, who later designed two commercial blocks in downtot:m Northampton The Sullivan house is best described as late Queen Anne in 5 t le and is less unified than Seabury' s domestic designs in pringEi eld at the period. Possibly the patron in I :orthampton was more limited in his means than the customary Springfield clientele. The 21/2 story dwelling has clapboarded and shingled wa' surfaces, generous bays and gables and porches. ltfooden scroll brackets mark the projectingportions of bays and gables. B. H. Seabury began his career in Springfield as a draughtsman in the office of C. Gardner. Seabury had attended the special course in architecture at MIT from 1877 to 1879 after working with an architect in his home, Newport, -hole Island Seabury was employed on the Brooklyn Bridge prsject until 1882, when he arrived in Springfield. His work in pringfield included corrnercial blocks, residences, schools and oth�.r public buildings. His other designs in Northampton are: Dewey Block, Pleasant Street; Hammond Block, Main Street; J. W. Hartwell House, Harrison Avenue. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch o1 auitaing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. TN (over) 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. P Architect Northampton 'ess Form no. 31A -210 ource Reg. of Deeds Atlas& S Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features iron cresting atoms hip rnnf, fish P chi ngl as user1 for decoration, front porch with turned pests and ha1 nstrade partial Altered porch enclosureDatemid 20th C. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20' E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built for Mrs. M.A. Dowey in 1892 at a cost of $6000. It's uncertain whether she ever lived here, however, and by 1895 the property was occupied by John Ross, who lived here into the 1920's. Mr. Ross was a grocer who developed a wholeslle grocery system in Northampton early in the 20th century. Harrison Ave. was opened in 1890 by J.C. Hammond and J.A. Sullivan along with Kensington Ave, and Dryads Green. This area quickly became one of the most "aristocratic" areas in the city. This house has a hipped slate roof with iron cresting, decorative shingles to the side bay window and front second floor porch, and turned porch columns and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.449 —PO411 Northampton Directory: 1905 1922 Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 31, 1892. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston residence 1V1 1[J. 1J1 d r1 C. vi vuaavla.b ....v1....�..... in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 (over) oription: In Area no. Northampton -ess 35 Harrison Avenue Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Organization W.K. Staab House sent owner Steven Marcia Goldstein 1890 -95 Queen Anne NHC 31A -211 Reg. of Deeds Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features wrap- around porch with turned posts, spindle frieze and balustrade, 31 story, side bay, fish scale shingles for decoration Date Date Form no. X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 25° 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Date March 1980 SZ� Original owner (if known) William K. Staab Original use re Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built for William Staab during the early 1890's. Mr. Staab was a merchant tailor on Main Ste Harrison Ave. was opened in 1890 by J.C. Hammond and J.A. Sullivan and quickly became considered one of the most "aristocratic" streets in the city. By 1895 nine houses had been constructed and most of the others were built early in the 20th century. The eclecticism in design of the turn- of -the- cnetury period is well shown on this street. This 2 and 1/2 story house has the gable end to the street, a two- story bay window on the facade and a three -story bay window with polygonal roof on the eastern side. A one -story porch extends from the front bay around the corner to the eastern bay, and is composed of hipped roof, spindle frieze, turned posts with perfor- ated fan brackets and a patterned balustrade. A smaller porch with hipped roof, spindle frieze, turned posts, spindle balustrade and shingled base sits atop the first floor proch on the facade. Decoratively cut shingles are used in the fornt gable, and as belt courses on the bay windows. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.449 -PO411 Northampton Directory: 1895 -96 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston sent use Exterior wall fabric clapboard `t 1vtap. 1_11 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. No. (over) In Area no. Northampton less 31A -212 39 Harrison Avenue W. King House Form no. sent owner Jaroslaw Alla Leshko cription: 1895 1900 Atlas Dire_c_tQx_ Colonial Revival Other features wrap— around porch with Sr Tuscan ro) limns Altered 5. Lot size: One acre or less Date X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 25' 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 527 Original owner known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in the late 1890's for Warren M. King. Mr. King was the cashier of the Northampton National Bank, and later became president of this bank, as well as becoming president and treasurer if the Norwood Engineering Co. in Florence. The house is possibly from designs of R.F. Putnam, a well- known, local architect of the turn -of- the century whd specialized in Colonial designs, and was resp- onsible for severa other houses on Harrison Ave. The street was opened in 1890 and quickly bacame one if the most fashionable streets in the city. The house is two storied tall with slate, hipped roof and ped- imented dormers. A projecting cornice with dentil frieze caps the block and fluted corner pilasters are also present. The facade has a two -story bow window and a one story porch, that extends from the bow across the dacade and around the eastern side to a_twe- story bay window. The porch has a projecting cornice with dentil frieze, Tuscan columns and balustrade. The main entrance has sidelights and is capped by an elliptical fanlight. 5z7 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1905 1922, 1900. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ;ss 51 Harrison Avenue iption: irce Exterior wall fabric In Area no. Northampton Outbuildings (describe) Moved 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by Organization Date Form no. 31A -213 J. W. Hartwell House ent use Resi dente Edward Heaphy nt owner Helen 0' Brien 1894 -95 1895 Atlas Northampton Directory "Queen Anne" B H. Seabury, Spfld. wood none Other features 2 classical motifs; modified Palladian window with stained glass and hood Altered no Date no Date Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet C. Dubie JUN 3 0 1976 North# ton Historical Co mmi June qgER MASS. HIST. CO,■:,;. crip-ina1 Suh:;equcnt uses (if 'any) 8. Themes (cheek as many Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development and dates Residence as applicable) J., Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) One of a pair of houses on Harrison Avenue designed by architect B. H. Seabury, the Hartwell House is an ample volume with hipped roof pierced by gables and eyelid windows® In the north facade a trio of roundheaded windows protected by a deep copper hood are the principal decorative elements© Porches supported by diminutive Boric columns are cut into the cube. Wooden scroolwork is used widely as in the Sullivan Ho also the work of B. Ho Seabury, Seabury was a Springfield architect who planned 2 commercial blocks and two residences in Northampton between 1895 and 1900. At this period the city no longer relied solely on its local architects; Seabury and the Gardner firm received numerous commission s. Seabury himself had worked with the Gardners on his arrival in Springfield in 1882, but soon opened his own office© Seabury was a Newport native, MIT student, and engineer for the Brooklyn Bridge project prior to his arrival in Springfield. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records early maps, etc.) Seabury family scrapbook, Sprinfield Historical Corrnission Inventory forms. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. z Northampton hitect In Area no. Form no. 31A -214 53 Harrison Avenue e E. Emerson House Sent use residence sent owner Paul Emily Stramese cription: 1895 >ource Reg. of Deeds Atlas SDR Exterior wall fabric clapboard 52g Outbuildings (describe) Other features pedimented portico with low relief sculpture in tympanum, leaded glass side window Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Original owner (if known) E.B. and M.E. Emerson Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built for Edwin Emerson in 1895 from designs of Putnam and Bayley at a cost of $4000. Mr. Emerson was co -owner of a :Main St. store which carried paints and oils, as well as contracting for painting and paper hanging. Putnam and Bayley were members of an architectural firm that had been ebtab- lished in 1893. Within two years twelve houses had been constructed from their design in Northampton. Mr. Bayley soon left the area, but Roswell Putnam remained and be- came one of the most prominent local architects of the turn -of- the century period. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories in height, and has a projecting, pedimented gable on the facade and eastern side. These are set off from the block of the house by a dentil frieze. The facade has a pedimented portico with ornate, low relief sculpture in the tympanum, Ionic columns and balustrade. The entrance has sidelights and is flanked by fluted pilasters and capped by an entablature. On the eastern side is a large stained glass window. 1 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.449 -P.411 Northampton Directory: 1895 -96 Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 28, 1895. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMNIISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston sent use Northampton 75 Harrison Avenue C.W. Spear House residence ;ource Spfld. Daily Republican Colonial Revival in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. 'Indicate north. C3� DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) In Area no. Form no. 31A -216 ent owner Richard Patricia Martin ,ription: hitect 1902 -03 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date 20' E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 s 3o 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 0 This house was built for Charles Spear in 1902-03 at a cost of $8000. The house is possibly from designs of local architect R.F. Putnem, who designed several houses in the Colonial Revival style on Harrison Ave. around the turn -of- the- century. Mr. Spear was a clerk for McCallum's Main St. department store. The house is two stories in height with slate hipped roof, hipped dormers, and tall chimney stack. The five -bay facade is set off by a wide frieze and corner pilasters, and there is a one -story porch with hipped roof, double Tuscan colimns on pedestals and balustrade which extends across the facade and along the eastern side. A balustrade with paneled corner posts is recessed into the porch roof above the entrance and acts as a balcony for a second floor doorway. This door- way is set off from the rest of the second story by sidelights and double pilasters. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory. 1905, 1918 1922 Spfld. Daily Republican Dec. 29, 1902 and Dec 31, 1903. •esent residence FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 10C LiU11 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date May 1980 (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area Form no. 31A -219 Atlas and Directory Source;' Style Architect clapboard Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less Setting 5-2,1 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in height with high hipped slate roof and a 2 and 1/2 story pedimented projection on the western corner of the facade. A "Palladian" window is situated within the pediment. A one-story porch extends across the facade from the projection, and halfway along the eastern side. This porch is composed of flat roof, Tuscan columns and a balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1890 Harrison Ave. was opened for residential development. Most of the houses on the street wer built during the turn -of- the century period and illustrate the eclecticism of the period. The street quickly became on of the most fashionable in the city. Thefirst known owner of this house was Dr. Albert Belden, a physician, listed here in the 1905 directory. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1900, 1905, 1915, 1922. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Q). in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north.'' DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 6. Recorded by Date In Area no. Northampton hitect Karl S. Putnam Exterior wall fabric shingle Outbuildings (describe) Other features open pedimented entry with fan light; side porch, end chimneys Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Form no. 31A -220 5 7. Original owner (if known) Fred D. Cary Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Fred Cary, the president of Kimball and Cary Co., coal and wood dealers on Main St. in Northwripton, had a $10,000. house built for himself on this site in 1914. This was replaced by the present house in 1931, from designs of Karl Putnam, Northampton's most prominent architect of the 20th century. The house is two stories in Yee% 9:n*h ridge roof and two end chimneys. The five -bay facade has a central entrance with fanlight, open pediment and and Tuscan columns. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College archives: Karl S. Putnam folder Northampton Directory: 1915, 1922 1930 Spfld. Daily Republican: Dec. 28, 1914 FORi\l B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. :ription: ..dtect- Northampton 64 Harrison Avenue ent use residence Atlases Outbuildings (describe) 1895 1915 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) i ess In Area no Form no. 31A -221 Exterior wall fabric clapboard shingle Altered Moved 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Approximate frontage Date Date X Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6 Recorded by Organization Date 15 E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 5 '2 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Harfrison Ave- was opened in 1$90 by J.C. Hammond and J.A. Sullivan. They had bought the Daniel Iw Clark property on Elm St which extended southwesterly ?lmost to the Mill Rive°, in the late 1880 s, =nd quickly developed residential lots on the new street. I;ost of the houses were built in the turn of the century period Pnd the street became one of the most fashionable in the city. This house was built in 1909 ata cost of 7500 for Barrett and OBrien, local developers. It is the exact mirror image of a house at 31 Dryads Green, also built for Barrett and OBrien in 190 The first known owner of this house was the Rev. Andrew Underhill, 3stor of St. John s Episcopal Church on Elm St. The house is 22 stories call with pedimented end to the street. A recessed bay window is situated in the tympanum with the opening being'defined by pilasters and en ent ablaturee The house has wide ewes supported bvr console brackets. A one story porch with hipped roof, redimented entrance, double posts on brick pedestals, and balustrade extend across the facade and half- way along the western side of the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1915, 1918 1922 1905 S.rinfield Daily Reaublicnn Jnn 3, 1910. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston �C> 3714-7 -77 1V1t JJLC1W owL. u vim- in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no 31A -222 Northampton 'ess 60 Harrison Avenue �ription; 1908 J. Skinner House sent use residence sent owner Janice T. Warren 53'j ource Atlasez and Spfld Daily Republican _hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard shingle Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20° 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 Original owner (if known) John Skinner Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1915, 19 05 Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 28, 1908. Conservation Recreation Education Religion X Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) !O. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) This house was built in 1908 for John Skinner at a cost of $12,000. Mr. Skinner was treasurer of the West Bolyston Mfg. Co., and Easthampton Company which manufactured cotton goods and yarn. Harrison Ave, had been opeded in 1390 and quickly became one of the most "aristocratic" streets in the city. Most of the houses were built in the turn -of- the- century period and illustrate the eclecticism of this era. The house is two stories high with high, slate, hipped roof. Projecting rafters are visible under the slightly flared roof. Two -story bay windows capped by projecting gables are at the northeast corner of the facade and the southern corner of the western side. Within the gables are diamond paned "Palladian" windows. A -one- story porch with hipped roof, gable entrance, doubled, fluted posts and balustrade streches between the two bays. The main entrance has wide, leaded sidelights. ��d FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston f. 1V1ap "`1J W Bt eLeil v1 UULLLLLLL 1VA 0.b1vLL in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. rn cription: e 1898 Organization In Area no. Form no. 31A -223 Northampton ress 54 Harrison Avenue le R. Stedman House sent use residence 5 sent owner Renwick Justine Cald- well Source Atlases and Springfield D. Repub. ,e L1 „hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard shingle Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC Date March 1980 Original owner (if known) Miss Rebecca Stedman Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built for Miss Rebecca Stedman in 1898 at a cost of $3000. Miss Stedman was assistant librarian at the Northampton Public Library. Harrison Ave. had been opened in 1890, and quickly became one of the most fashionable streets in the city. Most of the houses were built in the turri- of- the century period and illustrate the eclecticism of that era. The houseis two stories tall with hipped roof and hipped dormers. The second story is covered with wood shingles and the first story has clapboards. A one -story porch with hipped roof, pedimented entrance, Tuscan columns and balustrade extends from the front entrance halfway around the eastern side. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) p. 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1900, 1905, 1915. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 31, 1898. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Q."44P. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) n Northampton ress 50 Harrison Avenue ie W. Coburn House sent use residence sent owner Dwight Anne Lee cription: 3 In Area no. 1891+ 31A -224 S.D.R. Form no. >ource Reg. of Deeds Atlas 5 e .hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard shingle Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Date Date X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) remi( Pair- William A. Coburn Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1895 96 Registry of Deeds: Bk.449 -P.411 Springfield Dail Re.ublican Dec. 29 1894. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in 1894 for William Coburn at a cost of $4000. Mr. Coburn was co- owner of a Main St, drug store. Harrison Ave. was opened in 1890, and by 1895 nine houses had been constructed. Most of the other houses weve constructed early in the 20th century. The house is two stories in height with slate hipped roof. The first floor is covered with clapboards, while the second floor is clad with wood shing The facade has a hipped dormer with molded, shingled corners, a two -story bay window with flaring polygonal roof and a two -story porch with arched openings on the second floor and decoratively -cut shingles in the front pediment. There's also a two -story bay window with flaring polygonal roof in the western side of the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories,. deeds, assessor's records, 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) "NI 71 ription: Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Moved Date 5. Lot size Date ess 46 Harrison Avenue F. Farrar House ent use residence ;ent owner ource Directories Colonial Revival hitect Karl S. Putnam One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 25' 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no. 31A-225 Northampton 1922-30 X Over one acre E. Lonergan WIC March 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Frederick A. Farrar residence Conservation Education X Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of two adjacent houses on Harrison Ave, constructed from designs of Karl Putnam. Mr. Putnam was a prominent, local architect of the first half of the 20th century, who began his career -in the New York offices of Edward Tilton. About 1910 he returned to Northampton, and joined his father, Roswell F. Putnam, in practice. After the elder Putnam's death Karl continued the practicd alone. Like his father he was interested in Colonial architecture and an interesting contrast is provided by comparing Roswell Putnam's Colonial Revival designs of the turn -of- the- century (at least two of which are on Harrison Ave.) with Karl Putnam's Colonial Revival designs of the 1920's and 1930'se This house was built for Frederick Farrar, and investment coun- selor. The house is two- and -ahalf stories tall with slate ridge roof and central chimney. The four bay facade has an overhanging second story and 12 over 12 sash windows. There is a projecting, gabled entrance with pilasters and multiple arch- itraves. The rear slope of the roof comes down to a one -story rear ell, giving the house the "saltbax" look. !O. Bibliography and /or references early maps, etc.) Northampton Directory: Smith College Archives: (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, 0. 1922 1930 Karl S. Putnam folder FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37m -7 -77 Map. JiraW SKCLenn 01 JUL LULUS in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. oc' (over) Date n °ess ►e J. Pickett House sent use Northampton 42 Harrison Avenue sent owner cription: 1937 -38 source Directory Organization In Area no. Form no. 31A -226 residence Colonial Revival .....;hitect Karl S. Putnam Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 25' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 536 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation John residence Cm Pickett 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of two adjacent houses on Harrison Ave. constructed from designs of Karl Putnam. Mr. Putnam was a prominent local architect of the first half of the 20th century, who began his career in the New York City offices of Edward Tilton, and about 1910 returned to Northampton to join his father, Roswell F. Putnam, a well -known local architect of the turn -of -the- century period. After his father's death Karl continued the practice alone. In 1920 he joined the Smith College Art Dep& ment, and was in charge of teaching architecture until his retirement in 1952. In conjunction with John Ames of Boston he was responsible for the design of the complete dormitory system,called the Quadrangle, at Smith College. Mr. Putt was interested in the subtleties of Colonial architecture, and some of his reproductions have to be looked at carefully to distinguish them from the original houses. An interesting con-__ trast is provided by comparing Karl Putna 's "archaeological" Colonial reproductions with the freer Colonial Revival houses of his father, at least two of which are also on Harrison Ave. This house vas built during 1937 for John Pickett. Mr. Pickett was president, treasurer and principal of Northampton Commercial College, and president of the Board of Trustees for the People's Institute of Northampton. The College had been founded in 1896 by Mr. Pickett's father, and trained stenographers and clerk- typists. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories tall with slate ridge roof and slightly off- center central chimney. The four -bay facade has eight over twelve sash windows on the second floor, right at the eaves line, and twelve over twelve sash win- dows wit h entablatures on the first floota The entrance has a six light transom, is flanked by pilasters and capped by a elliptically- arched pediment. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Northampton Directory: 1937 1938 Smith College Archives: Karl S. Putnam folder 34 Harrison Avenue C. Thompson ;ent use residence rii enitect Colonial Revival Exterior wall fabric clapboard 0 4)t e NIP 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. ,;Draw sxetcn ot,Duiiaing Locution in relation to nearest cross streets and' other; buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date .ess e Sent owner Paul Cynthia Seton ;ription: 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Northampton 1890 -95 31A -227 Form no. ource Req. of Deeds Atlas Outbuildings (describe) 53 Other features hip roof with pedimented dormers," 2 large Palladian windows, portico, entrance with fanlight and sif�e11PI}1'f's Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 25° E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Caroline A. Thompson rP ?nre Conservation Education x Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in 1895 for Miss Caroline Thonpson from plans of local architects Putnam and Bayley at a cost of $5000. Putnam and Bayley estab- lished themselves in Northampton in 1893, with "R.F. Putnam aoming from Amherst, Mass., and Lewis Bayley coming from Louisville, Ky. Within a few years they had established themselves as on of the leading firms in the city. Mr. Bayley soon left the area, but IM*. Putnam remained. His specialty was Colonial architecture. The house is two stories in height with hipped roof and pedimented dormers. The three -bay facade has a central'entrance with sidelights and fanlight, flanked by a Palladian window on each side. The entrance has a porch with flat roof, projecting cornice with console brackets, square posts and balustrade. early maps, etc.) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, 1884 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: Registry of Deeds: Bk. Daily Hampshire Gazette Nov S.rin_field Dail_ Re.ublican 18956, 1922 449 -PO411 30, 1895. Dec. 28, 1895. deeds, assessor's records, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 lvlap. Ll dw OnG IA... AL vi in relation to nearest cross streets an other buildings. Indicate north. 4)• d Q N (over) Date Northampton .ess e E.E. Davis House ;ent use lent owner :riptio n: hitect 1892 Approximate frontage 28 Harrison Avenue residence Organization NHC Sys Iti Area no. Form no. 31A -228 Eleanor Maxwell ource Reg. of Deeds Atlas S.D.R. Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered pnrrh posts Datemid 20th C. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan March 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1395-96 Registry of Deeds: 811.449 -P.411 Eugene E. Davis residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built for Eugene Davis in 1892 at a cost of Mr. Davis was a partner with his father in a surveying and civil engineering firm, and later was appointed city engineer. Harrison Ave. was opened in 1890 and soon 27ecame one of the most fashionalbe streets in the city. Most of the houses were built around the turn -of- the century, and exhibit the. eclecticism of the period. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, a. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. -Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. :;Indicate. north. IN\ (over) z Northampton sent owner Donald Jean Rogers Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Form no. 31A -229 f Deeds Atlas& S.D.R. 20' clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Loner an Organization NHC Date March 1980 sy� 7 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 1884 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1915 Registry of Deeds: Bk.449 -P.411 Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 31, 1892. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built for John Mason in 1892 at a cost of $3500. Mr Mason was a lawyer and justice for the District Court. He later became president of the Hampshire County National Bank. Harrison Ave. Has opened in 1890 by J.C. Hammond and J ?A? Sullivan and quickly became one of the most fashionable streets in the city. The house features two gables on the facade, each with lancet window and Palladian window, as well as a pedimented entry porch and side- pedimented front sun porch. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ni ;hitect Exterior wall fabric Hemminger 4. Map. Draw sxetcn or auiiuing iuL �iuti in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. indicate north. (over) n Northampton cription: 1913 Outbuildings (describe) Other features hipped roof with large brackets under eaves, 2 -story en- trance pavilion with polygonal roof Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less 6. Recorded by Organization NHC Date In Area no. 31A -230 Directory Atlas& S.D.R• stucco Date Date Form no. X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20' E Lonergan March 1980 �y z Original owner (if known) Allen R. Clark Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built for Allen Clark in 1913 at a cost of $6000. Mr. Clark was a foreman for the Northampton Street Railway Co. Harrison Ave. was opened in 1890 and quickly became one of the most fashionable streets in the city. Most of the houses on the street were built around the turn -of- the century. The house is two stories tall with hipped slate rood and large brackets supporting the wide eaves. The_three -bay facade has a central, two -story pavilion with polygonal roof and the main entrance in the first floor. The entrance has a portico with Tuscan columns and is capped by a balconey. On the northern side of the house is a one -story sun porch. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1905 1915 Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 29, 1913. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Z 1Ylut1. L1 k Y• .J va kJ...a in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M-7-77 (over) sent owner Samuel Alice Chornesky cription: 191 ource Directory Atlas& g_D_R. .,hitect Exterior wall fabric stucco Outbuildings (describe) Other features shed roof, tall chimney stack Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Northampton Organization NHC In Area no. Form no. 31A -231 large wall dormer with Date Date E. Lonergan Date March 1980 Over one acre x`13 7 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Miss Gergia Phi residence 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1915 1918 1 S.rin field Dail Re.ublfcan Jane 1, 1917° y Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built for Miss Georgia Phinney and her widowed mother in 1916 at a cost of $6000. Miss Phinney owned an art novelties shop on Main St, Harrison Ave. had been opened as a street in 1890 and quickly became one of the most fashionable streets in Northampton. Most of the houses were built around the turn of the century and show the eclecticism of the period. O. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) s�3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION. Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Se in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 00 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant Photo no. (over) Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) In Area no. n Northampton sent ownerStanley Dorothy Elkins ;ounce Req. o f Deeds Directory 15° March 1980 clapboard Altered Date Other features wrap- around porch with turned posts, spindle frieze and balustrade, 3 -story corner tower with polygonal roof Moved Date Form no. 31A -233 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan M. Dolin Organization NHC Date Sys Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Herbert R. Graves rcem i denc-e Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Kensington Ave. was laid out as Delano Ave. in 1.890 by Charles Crouch. Lots were sold for residential development and by 1695 houses had been built on the 22 lots. The 1915 atlas shows both sides of the street lined with houses, however about half of the houses on the eastern side of the street were demolished for Smith College s %uadrangle during the 1920s and 1930s. This house was one of the first houses to he built on °the street, if not the first, and was built in 1891 for Herbert Graves at a cost of w5000a Mr. Graves was a bookeeper for ML '.I Gravee, as well as _secretary for Northampton Co- eperative Bank and a bicycle dealer. The house is 21 stories tall with three story, octagonal corner tower with polygonal roof. There s also a one-story porch that covers the facade and wraps around the corner tower. The porch features a gabled entrance, spindle frieze__, turned posts and turned balustrade. A small porch 'yip: shed roof, turned posts and fan brackets sits atop the main porch over the front entrances 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bko558- IP.3390 443-291, 442- 131, 433-245 Northampton Directory: 1891 -92, 1892 -93, 1895 -96 f r'fid Daily ieputlican Jan, 1, 1692. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7 -77 n v `f. map. LraW SkewlL VL UuiluLti LVl: a.bLVU in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ,400 (over) :SS AL L LLLtect In Area no. Form no. 31A -234 Northampton 25 Kensington Avenue ;nt use residence ant owner Walter Loretta Czapienski 'iption: 1890 -95 urce Reg. of Deeds Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features decorative shingles in gables, front porch with turned posts and balustrade Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' sy s 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan M. Dolin Organization NHC Date March 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development res Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Kensino t ,ve o 'rl': s ar one d in i ?O by .;t ar1e3 'grouch, one of .for tharapton's Most rro] ific a_3'r310 'ers, and described to his o1 ituary s ''one of t i e no _:t enterprising citizens t ie t0'.in eve had... his me f0 '1 as r rogre;ss0" :_e built about 150 ..:use i._ rtharnpbon 9 either as one:lent houses or on coo t f others. 3y _995 there were 15 houses L bur' on the. Street and by 915 a of e 10 is but two ore filled :'ii,h ou_.e2 A this :Ouse arme'3r3 on roe ail roner.ty of icheal Keating, a u a3On rrho iho is also f iEst i;'. he i::95 ''.i.' tory. The hous 1 3 stories :.11 with .b e ,_cam ';o ~hi :3t:.'eete The f orlt ;able is cover wood shingl,s lair? in. '..eco�aciv 7D_tte'n nd 1 cory r porch cover's the facade. Lhe torch has a shed roof, turns' os ;s with f• .n bricks-ts and r `te 113 trade 1 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1895 -96 Registry of Deeds: 8k..442 -P.131 G37. ette .:ay 11 1901. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 (over) itect In Area no. Form no. 31A -235 Northampton 29 Kensington Avenue ant owner Smith College 1895 1915 Atlases Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates resideb 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Kensington Ave. was opened in 1890 and quickly became one of the most "aristocratic" streetsin the city. This house first appears on the 1915 atlas and the first known occupants were all professors at Smith College, who probably leased rooms here. The house is 22 stories tall with gable end to the street and a 2'i story gabled Projection on the eastern side., A two-story gabled -orch with molded bargeboards, posts-, frieze and balustrade covers the oont entrance which has leaded glass sidelights. 6 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1915 1918 Dail'r Hampshire Gazette Novo 30, 1895. 35 Kensington Avenue C. Walbridge House sent use residence [e ;hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Date 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets other buildings. Indicate north. (over) n Northampton sent owner Ellsworth Katherine Smith cription: Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less 1890 -92 Source Reg. of Deeds Directory Date X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan M. Dolin Organization NHC Date March 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Charles D. lbridge residence Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural X Exploration/ Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Kensington Ave w?s opened in 1890 ty Charles Crouch, Northampton s most prolific builder of the 19th century Developement was quick "ere and by 1895 fifteen houses had been constructed. In an anniversary issue of the Gazetts of the same year Kensington Ave. as described as one of the most "aristocratic" of the cit./ s streets. This house was built for Charles .:albridbe, a toolmaker, who is first listed here in. the lc`92 directory. The house is 2i stories tall with gable end to the street and a 2S story cabled projection on the western side. The gables are covered with wood shingles while the body of the house is clapboard. A one -story porch covers the two bay facade and extends along the western side to the projection. The porch has a hip- ped roof, spindle frieze, chamfered posts and patterned balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1892 --93 Dail r Hampshire Gazette Nov. 30, 105 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ess 37 Kensington Avenue )urce M. Elmer House ent use residence iitect Queen Anne March 1980 37M -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other. buildings. Indicate north. (over) 5. Lot size: ent owner Raymond Esther Morrissey' ription: Outbuildings (describe) Other features 2 -story corner tower with flaring hip roof, front _porch_ with turned posts, brackets and stick work balustrade Altered sided Date mid 20th C. Moved Date One acre or less In Area no. Form no. 31A -237 t Northampton 1891 -94 Approximate frontage Reg. of Deeds Directory X Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan M. Dolin Organization NHC Date 5 '4 8 7. Original owner (if known Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as`many.as applicable) Myron Me Elmer reidence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Kensington Ave. was opened up in 1890 through the Aaron Ereck homstead on Elm St. The street was. quickly developed and became one of the most "aristocratic" of city streets. This house was built for 2.:yron Elmer, a driver for the Smith Carr Ea/king Co. Hr. Elmer is first listed here in the 1894 ..95 directory. The house is 2'i stories tall with gable to the street ad •a two story -tower with flaring pyramidal roof on the eastern side. The house is very narrow with the one -bay facade being covered by a one -o story porch with turned Posts, brakcets 'nd patterned balustrade. The porch also extends slightly along the eastern side to the tower, which contains the main entrance. ;Al oriel window with r+ol•rgoanl roof is on the second story of the facade. LO. Bibliography and /or references such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maj etc.) 1 1895 "Atl Northampton rectory: 1894-95 Registry o Deeds: Bk.686- P.130 444 -311 442 ®131 Pi$ z. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 31A -239 n Northampton -ess 49 Kensington Avenue sent use residence sent owner John Margaret Pinto �ription: 1895 1915 ,ource Atlases e Queen Anne hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20° E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built during the early Hart of the 20th cent- Iry on Kensington Ave., which had been orened in 1890. Development pro- ceeded 'iuickly on the street, so that hr 1915 all of the 28 lots but,two had been built on. This house first appears on the 1915 atlas and was occupied by Edward Lord a letter carrier. The house is two stories tall with slate Lipped roof and large wall gales on the facade Pnd southern side. These gables have decorative bargeboards and "wheel" designs in the srPces formed by the king post and collar tie. The first floor of the fac ^de' his a half porch with hipped roof, chamfered posts with perforated brackets and patterned balustrade, as well as a small, bow window with conical roof at the eastern corner. Above this window is a small, recessed balcony with turned posts and patterned balustrade. LO. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1915 1918 r. jVla.l./. 'L1 CLYY .7 Ell, L..L1 JS. llUL1..t &1.16 LVU 4LL Vlfl in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) Northampton .ess 55 Kensington Avenue. E pease House ;ent use residence ;ent owner Anne William Buggy rt ;ription: puree Reg. of Deeds Director X11 di.tect Altered sided Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or. less 1890 -92 Date K Over one acre Exterior wall fabric vinyl siding Outbuildings (describe) Other features 3 -story corner tower w tli pyramidal roof finial 2- st entry porch with turned posts and balustrade Date .mid 20th C Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by .Organization Date E. Lonergan Dolin` NHC March 1980 Original use subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Cohservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation :9 significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of the earliest houses to be constructed on Kensing- ton Ave -The street was opened in 1890 through thr Elm St. homestead of bai. by Charles Crouch. Mr. Crouch was Northampton s most prolific builder_ of the 19th century, constructing over 150 houses. The house appears on the 1895 atlas PS the property of Esther Pease. 2:Lrs-4 Pease is first listed At this Address in the 1892-Q3 director7. The hm a two-story bav window capped by P. one-stor rectenular .;lx flaring bAse and pyrimidal roof with finial, well as P two® storP. porch with doubled, turned posts and balustrades. owner (if known) Esrhpr PPAqim residence tok-r a p hy and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early, mal)s, etc.) 1895 Atlases -kegistry of Deeds: Bk.442-P.131 Northampton Directory: 1892-93 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston •t. 1vlap. vraw sketcn oI Dunning location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 5. Lot size: In Area no. T1 Northampton Form no. 31A -242 ress 61 Kensington Avenue ie Mantor House s ent use residence Sent owner David Therese Rumpf ;ription: 1890 -94 ource Req. of Deeds Directory Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 2- story front bay camped by open porch with turned posts s.nd hipped roof, front half porch with turned posts, spindle frieze and balustrade Altered Date Moved Date One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street': 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan M. Donn. Organization NHC Date March 1980 Qriginal owner (if known) Frank P. find James 0. Mantor riginal use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Kensington _'vee as opened in 1C90 and quickly became one of Northampton s most "aristocratic" streets. By 1895 half of the lots were built upon with residences and the rest were filled up early in the 20th century.. Smith College s ""'uedrangle" dormitory system caused the demolition of six houses on the southern side of the street in the late 1920 s. This is one of the earlier houses on the street appearing on the "95 `atlas as the property of Frank Mantor. Frank and James Mantor were Jr* listed 'here in the 1894 directory. James was superintendent of the C ".aynard Co., manufacturees of shovels and hoes on Green St., while Frank was a clerk for the same company. The house is 21 stories tall, and L- shaped with a two -story tower with flaring hipped roof and gabled dormer in the crook of the L. Th 'es tower has the main entrance of the house and the first floor is covered by a porch with shed roof, spindle frieze, turned posts and halustrade A two -story bay windwo surmounted by an open porch with slate hipped roof, turned posts and balustrade protects from the front leg of the house. Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ 1884 1895 Atlases T rthampton Directory: 1892 -1895 ily Plmpshire Gazette Nov. 30, 1895. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) e. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 7M -7 -77 n ?ess 65 Kensington Avenue Sent use residence lent owner Robert Helen Haddard ;ription; lvi"L' w v i uulauius Lt'e LLvu i rcnitect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. In Area no. Northampton 1895 -98 Form no. 31A -243 purce Atlas Directory Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features diagonally— laid brick string courses and arched lintels entry purr -h with piers ba1 nstra.de Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use reRi deep e Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This was one of four brick houses built on Kensington Ave. in 1$97 by Charles Crouch. The street had been opened in 1890 by Mr. Crouch, who was Northampton s most prolific builder of the 19th centiarye He built houses on contract and also built them to lease as tenements. The house is two stories tall with hipped roof and 21 story 'able& projection on the western side. A two-story bay window with poly oonal roof takes up half the facade, while a one-story porch with shed roof, square posts and balustrade occupies the other half. Fancy brick- work is usdd for string courses and window lintels. A $ibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) e. 1895 1915 Atlases "Northampton Directory: 1898 1900 Spfld Dai y Republican Dec. 31, 18970 ivtap. Li a vi kJ., .11.44.1.15 in relation to nearest cross streets and other'' buildings. Indicate north. sent use residence sent owner Nonie Stramese cription: Source Atlases hitect Exterior wall fabric 1895 -1915 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) Date In Area no. n Northampton Outbuildings (describe) Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Form no. 31A -246 Other features terra cotta string course! diagonally laid hrirk frieze and X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC March 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This was one of four brick houses built on Kensington in 1$97 by Charles Crouch. Mr. Crouch was Northampton s most prolific builder of the 19th century, constructing over 150 houses in his career, which spanned the entire second half of the 19th century. It was Mr. Crouch who opened Kensington Ave in 1$90. He constructed houses on contract or built them for himself, leasing them as tenements. The house is two stories tall with slate hipped roof and a two -story Jay window with polygonal roof on the western side of the house. The three bay facade has a central entrance with gabled porch. Fancy brickwork is used for a frieze under the eaves, as a string course and for the window s lintels. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1$95, 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: 3k. 442-P. 131. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 end 1918. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Colonial Revival 371 -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features AN. (over) N Date In Area no. Northampton 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC March 1980 Form no. 31A -248 :sent ownerYoshio Ritsuko Ozawa Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Dryads Green was laid out in 1890 as part of Hammond and Sullivan's subdivision off of Elm St., which also included Harrison Ave. Most of the houses were constructed in the turn -of- the century period, and the street was acclsimed as on the most "aristocratic" in the city. This house first appears on the 1915 atlas and was owned and occupied by William Miller, a professor of Geology at Smith College. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories high with ridge roof and pedimented dormer. The sides of the main roof are pedimented and corbels ar under the eaves. The three -bay facade has a central entrance with sidelights. A hipped -roof portico covers the entrance. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 1918 6- ,4 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37m -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) In Area no. Form no. 31A -249 1 Northampton .ess 70 Dryads Green L. Webster House ;ent use residence sent owner Helen Scott zription: 1910 ource Atlases S.D.R. e hitect Exterior wall fabric shingle Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Miss Letitia J. Webster Original use residenc Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Dryads Green was opened in 1890 as part of Hammond and Sullivan's subdivision off of Elm St. which included Harrison Ave. and the western end of Kensing- ton Ave. On the southern side of Kensington Ave. at the western end there was only room for single lots, so this lot has frontage on Kensington Ave. and Dryads Green. This house fronts on Dryads Green, and was constructed in 1910 for Miss Letitia J. Webster at a cost of $6000. The house is two stories in height with hipped roof and hipped dormers. The projecting cornice is supported by console brackets. A one -story porch with hipped roof, gabled entrance, posts and balustrade cover the entrance and extends beyond the western end of the facade. Above the gabled entrance is a small porch with flat roof, arched open- ings, shingled piers and balustrade. A one -story bay window projects from the eastern end of the f facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1915 and 1918. Springfield Dail Republican Jan. 2, 1911. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch ot. building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton 'ess 72 Dryads Green .e sent use sent owner :ription: ource Atlases Architect residence 1895 1915 Exterior wail fabric 1st clapboard, 2nd shingle Outbuildings (describe) In Area no. Form no. 31A -250 Smith College Other features Gambrel end to street, "Palladian" window, l -story porch with Tuscan columns, capped by balustrade Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan ti d Organization NHC Date March 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Dryads Green was opened in 1890 as part of Hammond and Sullivan's sub- division off of Elm St., which also included Harrison Ave. and the west end of Kensington Ave. On the southern side of Kensington Ave. there eas only room for single lots so this lot has frontage on Kensington Ave. and Dryads Green. The house fronts on Dryads Green and was constructed around the turn -of- the century. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories high with gambrel end to the street b_.a a two -story hipped projection on the east side. A stylized Palladian window is contained within the upper slopes of the gambrel and a one -sotyr porch covers the facade. The porch has a flat roof with projecting cornice and frieze, Tuscan columns and blaustrade, and is surmounted by a balcony, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other'' buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 7 .,..,n ess 54 Kensington Avenue G. Traphagen Houses ent use In Area no. Form no. 31A -251 -1 Northampton residence >ent owner Smith College ;ription: 1897 -98 ource Reg. of Deeds Directory e hitect Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features Approximate frontage sC 7 string courses and lintels, of diagonally -laid brick, 2 -story corner tower with polygon roof Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan M. Dolin Organization NHC Date March 1980 T. Original owner (if known) Carrie E. George w, '�raphagen Original use rea i d_r��re Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in 1897 for George Traphagen a dentist. It was one of four brick houses built on Kensington Ave. that year by Charles Crouch. Mr. Crouch was Northampton s most prolific builder, constructing over 159 houses in his career which spanned the entire second half of the 19th century. It was Mr. Crouch who opened Kensington Ave. in 1890 through the Elm St. homestead of Aarorr. Breck. The house is two stories in height with slate hipped roof and two -story bay window with polygonal roof on the facade. t one-story porch with shed roof, fluted posts and balustrade covers the facade. Fancy brickwork is used for string courses and window lintels. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1998 -99 Registry of Deeds© Bke760— P.223 498 Spfld Daily Republican Dec. 31, 1897. Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviap. 1JL'aw uuiauata6 ,v.. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 n Northampton resa 58 Kensington Avenue ie sent use residence sent owner cription: Iti Area no. Form no. Smith College 1890 -95 31A -251 -2 source Reg. of Deeds Atlas Approximate distance of building from street <A> 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan M. Dolin Organization NBC Date March 1980 (over) ss- hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 2- story" front bay topped by open porch with turned posts and fancy brackets, and pyramidal roof with finial Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Charles Crouch residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1$90 Kensington Ave. was opened up thro';gh the Elan St. homestead of A ron Brecke The developers was Charles Crouch, Northampton s most pro lific builder during the 19th century. Mr. Crouch built over 150 houses in the city. Some of these were on contract, and others he leased out as tenements. He was acclaibied as one of the three ot; four largest property owners in Northampton. This house was owned by Mr. Crouch P.nd leased out. The house featu...is tiro -story bay window capped by a balooney with turned posts, brackets and shingled base, all surmounted by a pyramidal slate roof with finial. The facade also has a two -story entry porch with turned posts and brackets. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.442 -P0131 Dail; Hampshire g iayll, 1Q01 and Y.ay 21, 1 °01. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston lent owner Smith College Y IYld4J. Li 0. W o nc a.L•t• vi vua...aub in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Q (over) Northampton _Litect In Area no. Form no. 31A -3 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 3- story corner bay with bay roof, 2 -story front, half -porch with turned posts, bracketed cornices, spindle friezes and balustrades Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March'- 1980 5SI Original owner (if known) Frederick A. Crouch Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1890 Kensington Ave. was opened through the Elm St. homestead of Aaron Breck. The street was developed' Charles Crouch, Northamptons most prolific builder of the 19th century. Mr. Crouch built houses Qn contract or built houses for himself the he then leased out as tenement's. This house appears on the 1895 atlas and w S the property of Frederick Crouch, probably Charles son ?nd a carpenter. By 1900 the property was rued and occupied by George S ::ere, a co -owner of the Gazette Printing Co. The house is 2i stories tall ans features a three -story bay window with polygonal roof on the facade and ,a two story bay window on the western side. A two -story porch extends across the facade from the, bay window and wraps halfway around the eastern side. This porch has a flat roof with bracketed cornices, spindle friezes, turned posts i.th brackets and balustrades. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1900, 1918 1922 Registry of Deeds: Bk.442 -P.131 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 6III� IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII sent use 64 Kensington Avenue Smith College ;hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. :Indi,ate north. (over) 6. Recorded by In Area no, Form no, 31A -251 -4 z Northampton Reg. of Deeds Atlas Outbuildings (describe) Other features 2- story corner bay with bay dormer, front half porch with turned posts, spindle frieze and balustrade Altered Date Moved Date 5 Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 52C Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Kensington Ave. was opened in 1890 through the Elm St. homestead of Aaron Breck, The developer was Charles Crouch, Northampton s most proliffic builder of the 19th century. :re Crouch built houses on contract or built the for himself, then leasing td.em out as tnementse This 1`aouse first appears on the 1895 atlas, but unfortunately no owner is listed. The house is 2i stories tall With ridge roof and a three -story bay window with polygonal roof on the facade. A one -story porch extends from the bay window across the facade and then halfway along the eastern side.. The porch has a gabled entrance with hipped roof, spindle frieze, turned posts with small brackets and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) residence 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bko442 -po131 Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Organization Date June 19$0 E. Lonergan NHC :Name 'T ION 1'67 -73 Source Reg. of Deeds a nd Atlas Style Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Morthpmrton (Staple additional sheets here) 22 Paradise Rd. iginal residence esent residence ip: Private individual Private organization Public .iginal owner Misses Allen Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Setting Area Form no. 31.A -256 cl rhoard. one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) This house is two -and -a-half stories tall with ridge roof, two interior chimneys and a central wall gable on the facade. small "Gothic" window is situated within the front gable. The three b v facade has a central entrance, which is covered -by a one -story -porch with flat roof, projecting cornice, posts end bePckets. A clapboard covered b= lcon•:T is located atop te front porch. A one store bav winddw is on the western side of the house, Prod there is a one -story porch with roof, posts nd decorative brackets on the eastern side. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Paradise Rd. wPs opened in the late 1 .`0 s by J.O. -rd Devel- opment w&s slow and there were on17 three rousts built b T 1E73. This w= s one of those houses end w.= s owned by the "i Allen 'irle r don t seem to have lived her thouLh until the early 1890 s. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1875-7(, 1E 5 -86 1. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 244 -P. 409. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 lucaLiuu cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Organization NHC Date June 19$0 Date Source Architect Outbuildings Recorded by E. Lonergan Setting Northampton Public riginal owner PTION: Exterior wall fabric (Staple additional sheets here) 3E Paradisu Rd. c Name dginal residence •esent residence Area Form no. 31A -25$ iip: Private individual Private organization c. 190 Style Georgian Revival Major alterations (with dates) smith College clapboard Moved Date Approx. acreage one P cre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 2 stories tall with slue hipped_ roof end one-story end on either side. The five by facade has twelve over twelve sash win- dows with those thn the second floor being et the e ?ves line and those in the first floor having heavy cornices. The centr?1 entrPnce has compound pit sters end a pedimented front ispiece. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) During the late 18(0 s Per?dise Rd. was laid out by J.C. Ward for residenti?1 purposes. Development was slow though, and the 1873 atlas only shows three houses, including one for Mr. ".nerd on the site of this house. The 'iP.rd house wPs demolished for this house sometime efter 1 This house is from designs of Karl Putnem, NorthPmpton s most prominent architect of the 20th century. It w s built for Smith College and first occupied by the ','akempn Family. Most recently the horse hes beeYn, used for the College chaplain. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1E"73, 1884, 1E95 and 1915 Atlases. Northempton Directory: 1915 and 1930. _,Smith College Archives. sty FORM B BUILDING rty's o nearest r buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. 4NISSION _xi, MA 02108 white) form Organization Date NHC June 19$0 Town Northampton Address 38 Paradise Rd. Historic Name S, Peck House Use: Original residence Present Private individual Private organization Smith College Original owner Sarah A. Peck DESCRIPTION: Date 1$$7 Source Spfld. Daily Republican Style Architect Outbuildings Public Area Form no. 31A-259 residence Exterior wall fabric wood shingles Major alterations (with dates) N Approx. acreage Recorded by E. Lo ner gan Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Moved Date one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 21 helf stories tall with pedimented end to the street, and r 21-story gabled projection on the eastern side of the house. one story pedimented porch with balustrade, square posts and "stick "brackets cover the front entrance. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Paradise Rd. was opened by J.C. Ward in 18(7, but there w -s little developement on the street until the 1Ptter rPrt of the 1880 s. In ifr7 there were four "cottages" constructed, includinfi this house. ,The house was built for Mrs. Sarah A. Peck, the widow of Perry Peck, Pt, a cost of $2000. Mrs. Peck s family included two dPughters, one of whom, Sareh P. Peck, taught et Smith College end nuchased the property in 1889. In -.1925 Smith College acquired the property, and h?s maintained its residential .:sage, BIBLIOGR4PHY and /or REFERENCES 1884, 1895 and 1915 Ptlases. Northampton Directory: 1g95-9(. e DeH r Republican Dec. 31, 18 7. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 715-P. 521, 44( -131, 40 244 -400. FORM B BUILDING Recorded by Organization Date NHC May 1980 E. Lonergan ddress 58 Paradise Rd. istoric Name se: Original Present wnership: individual Private organization Smith College Original owner George B. McCallum DESCRIPTION: Date 1912 -13 Source Springfiled Daily Republican Style Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Public Major alterations (with dates) Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area Form no. 31A -260 G. McCallum House residence faculty apartments stucco one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) See Below. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This elaborate house was built for George Mc Callum in 1912 -13. The_building report for 1912 describes this as not yer completed, with a final_cost of $60,000, making this one of the most costly residences of the turn -of- the century period. Mr. McCallum was treasurer of the Mc luT Hosiery Co. and the Northampton Silk Co._at the time, and he later bec....ie president of the hosiery concern and treasurer of Smith College. In 1937 Smith College purchased the property and converted the house to faculty apartments. The house is admirably sited with the grounds sloping_ in the rear to Paradise Pond, and a commanding vista of the Mt. Tom range. The style is reminiscent of Mediterranean villas, with the house being 2 stories in height, covered with a tan colored.stucco and capped by a red tiled, gently hipped roof. There are wide eaves with wooden corbels on all sides of the_house, and a Baroque styled, stucco porte cochere pro- jects from the facade. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1873, 1884,1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1915 and 1922. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 30, 1912° FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 <�r YI Name residence hip: Private individual Private organization ►riginal owner EPTION: 61 Paradise Rd. Public Recorded by E. Lonergan Setting Organization Date cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. NHC May 1980 U 6 l c Style Northampton Source Atlases Architect Outbuildings (Staple additional sheets here) 1884 -95 Exterior wall fabric brick Major alterations (with dates) Area Form no. 31 A -261 Moved Date Approx. acreage one acres or less C L� ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two and a half stories in height with ridge roof and large gable dormer in the center of the front slope. The symmetrical facade has a central entrance flanked by French windows on the first floor, and is covered by a one -story porch with cham- fered posts, perforated brackets and patterned balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNTFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Paradise Rd. had been Zaid out in the Late 1860's as the first development in the area west of EZm St., bound by the Mill River. However there wasn't much construction here until the Zate Z880's when several other streets were Zaid out through the old EZm St. homesteads. This large brick house first appears on the Z895 atlas as the property of the Rev. Cyrus Pickett. Joseph Pickett, one of the co- founders of the Northampton Comm- ercial CoZZege, and his son John C. Pickett are also listed here, as boarders. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1884, Z895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: Z895 -96. n. 0 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 111'1111111 cross "streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. aip: Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner (5 ParPdi se RH W.H. C l nn House residence William H. Clapp Style Shingle Style 4 Organization NHC Date June 1g$0 Outbuildings E. Lonerge n Recorded by Setting (Staple additional sheets here) NorthP.mpton Exterior wall fabric Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Area Form no. 31A -2(.2 wood shingles one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is one of the relatively °J few houses in the cite that shows the influence of the Shingle Style. It is 2i stories tall with steeply-pitched ridge roof and large gabled dormer atop a three-sided by dormer. The roof in the front slopes down to enclose P recessed porch with flaring shingled posts and arched openings. On the western side of the house is a two-story bay window with polvgenP1 roof. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how t -:e building relates to the development of the community) In 1{:( subdivision plan for "Paradise Rd. lots" w�.s filed by J.C. .;a rd. The areP suuposedly received its nPme from Jenny Lind, the "Swedish Nightingale", who spent her honeymoon at the Round Hill Hotel in the early 1850 s. She was so entranced by the vistas from Round Hill that she gave Northampton the nickname "Paradise of America Devlopment didnt proceed very quickly on Paradise Rdo though, with three homes shown on the 1873 atlas and five houses on the 1884 atlas. m ever, during the late 18$Os this entire area on the south side of Elm St. became opened up for development and within the next 25 years substantially reached its presnet state. This house was built in 1887 for William H. Clapp at a cost of $3200. Mr. Clapp was the clerk of courts at the County Court House.. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1884, 1895, 1915 Atlases. Northampton Director,J: 1g95 96, Spfld Daily Republican Deco 3 18'7. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess 63 Dryads Green A. Moffat House ;ent use residence sent owner Smith College ;ription: hitect In Area no. Form no. 31A -263 Northampton 1894 ource Reg. of Deeds Atlas S.D.R. Exterior wall fabric clapboard A Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features slate gambrel roof with cross Gambrel on facade Palladian window, bow window, entry porch Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Original owner (if known) Miss Adelaide Moffat Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in 1894 for Miss Adelaide Moffat at a cost of $3000. Miss Moffat served as secretary to the author and lecturer G.W. Cable, who also lived on Dryads Green, and she was secretary for the Home Culture Club, a program of Mr. Cable's for @elf- improvement, which later became formalized as the People's Institute. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884, 1895 1915 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.449 -P.,411 Northampton Directory: 1 -96, 1905. Spring field Dally _Republican Dec. 29, 1894. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories high, with gambrel roof and 2 and gambrel projections in the facade and on the western end of the house. The front projection has a "Palladian" window with in the gambrel and a bow window on the first floor. The main entrance is located on the front of the western projection, and is covered by a one -story porch with flat roof, projecting cornice and frieze, Tuscan columns and balustrade. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4, 1V1ap, IJL clW- D r'. 1eil Vi uuaauaub •v. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 (over) In Area no. 1 Northampton 31A -263 ource Atlas Directory S.D.R. Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features "stick- work in gables, 1 st frnnt porch with decorAtPd posts, cut out balustrade and gable nver entrance Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Organization NHC Date Date 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Date March 1980 Form no. e Original owner (if known) William M. Cochran Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Dryads Green was laid out in 1890 as part of Hammond and Sullitran's sub- division off of Elm St., which also included Harrison Ave. This area was termed "the most modern and most costly built" in an 1895 Gazette article on the recent development of Northampton. This house was built in 1896 for William Cochran, a Main St. insurance and real estate agent. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories in height with gable end to the street d a two -story bay capped by a wall gable in the west "side. The front gable has molded ..argeboards and decorative stick work as does the gabled entrance to the one -story porch that covers the facade. The porch also has decorated posts and a patterned balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1915, 1905 1895 -96 Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 31, 1896. Daily Hampshire Gazette Nov. 30, 1895. .ess 59 Dryads Green ;ent use ;ent owner ;ription: ource R. Smith House residence Smith College 1915 -19 Queen Anne f 37m-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 Northampton 3 Architect Exterior wall fabric In Area no. Outbuildings (describe) Other features 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization 20 NHC Date March 1980 Form no. 31A -264 shingle fieldstone 7. Original owner (if known) Rev. Robert Seneca Smith Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Dryads Green was opened in 1890 and quickly became built up with costly, modern houses. This house is located at the end of the majom leg of Dryads Green and provides a fitting focus for one of the most "aristocratic" of areas in the city. The house doesn't appear on the 1915 atlas, and seems to have been built in 1918, as the Rev. Robert S. Smith is first listed here in 1919. Rev. Smith lived next door at 57 Dryads Green prior to having this house constructed. He was a professor of Biblical Literature at Smith College. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories tall with the first story constructed of fieldstone and the upper stories of decoratively -cut shingles. The gable end is to the street and there is a 2 and 1/2 story gabled projection on the western side. In between, at the western corner of the facade is a three story tower with domical roof and a tall chimney stack, which is secured to the main roof by an ornate, wrought iron piece. The two -bay facade is covered by a one -story porch with shed roof, turned posts, arched openings and a balustrade. On the second story the eastern corner of the facade is cut away and a curved shingle base creates a balconied porch. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1919, 1922 Daily Hampshire Gazette Nov. 30, 1895. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Smith College 4. Map. Draw'sKetcri or t uliaing iocation in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 31A -265 Northampton Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features pedimented gable with Palladian window, 21/2 story, gabled side projection, front porch with posts and balustrade 6. Recorded by Organization NHC Date Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Date Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' E. Lonergan Date March 1980 5 7c Original owner (if known) Original use residence_ Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Ilistorical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Dryads Green was opened in 1890 as part of Hammond and Sullivan's subdivision off of Elm St., which also included,Harrison Ave. The 1895 atlas shows three houses on the street, and this is one of them. The name next to the house is Radzinski, but no one of that name is listed on Dryads Green in the 1895-96. directory. The house is two and a half stories high with gambrel roof, a ..,semi circular dorner on the upper slope, and shed dormers with two rectangular windows on the lower slope of the roof. Large semi circular windows dome in "Palladian" fashion occupy the peak of the gambrel on either side. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1895 -96 age 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 31A -266 Northampton .ess 55 Dryads Green e sent use residence sent owner Smith College cription: source e Shingle Style :hitect Exterior wall fabric shingle Outbuildings (describe) Other features semi circular dormer, semi circular windows in side gambrel Alteredentry enclosed Date mid 20th C. Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less 1884 Date X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15° 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 sir ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories tail with high hipped roof. The three bay facade has a central entrance with sidelights and is covered by a one story porch with hipped roof, double Tuscan columns and balustrade. On either side of the entrance are large windows with molded cornices. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Dryads Green was opened in 1890 as part of Hammond and Sullivan's subdivision off of Elm St., which also included Harrison Ave. George W. Cable, the well knowr, author, owned most of the lots on the southern and western sides of the street, and either sold lots for development or had houses built on contract and sold the prof: erty later. This house first appears on the 1915 atlas and was owned and occupied by Timothy Collins. Mr. Collins was the local manager of the F.W. Webb Mfg. Co., and also served as an automobile agent. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 and 1918. i 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston N 011. P. 41 F 0 In Area no. Form no. 31A -267 Northampton r.. iviap. LJ1 [L VV in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. sent owner Smith College cription: residence 1895- 1915 source Atlases Le thitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard 'ess 49 Dryads Green •e sent use Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Date Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan e 64(). Organization NHC Date March 1980 Organization 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development re 8 jdence Conservation Education X Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 1918 Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Dryads Green was laid out in 1890 as part of Hammond and Sullivan's subdivision off of Elm St., which also included Harrison Ave. George Cable, the well known author, lived at no. 23 Dryads Green and owned most of the lots on the western and southernsides of the street. Mr. Cable sold lots for development or had hduses constructed on contract and sold the property later. This house first appears on the 1915 atlas and was occupied by yea. Jennie Heine and Aida Heine, and associate'professor of Geology at Smith College. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 61 The house is two stories tall with high hipped slate roof and hipped dormers. The three -bay facade has a central entrance with sidelights, and is covered by a one-story porch with flat roof, projecting cornice and frieze, Tuscan columns and balustrade. The porch is capped by a balcony. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 r., cross streets and other ouliu. or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date June 1980 Tnwn Setting .c Name iginal resent )riginal owner IPTION: Public Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 31A -268 Northampton 47 Dryads Green esidenne residenne hip:El Private individual Private organization 1910 Source Style Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Atlas and Directories wood shingles Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date one acre or less ARCHITECTUR^,L SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories tail with high hipped roof. The three bay facade has a central entrance with sidelights and is covered by a one -story porch with hipped roof, double Tuscan columns and balustrade. On either side of the entrance are large windows with molded cornices. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Dryads Green was opened in 1890 as part of Hammond and Sullivan's subdivision off of Elm St., which also included Harrison Ave. George W. Cable, the well known author, owned most of the lots on the southern and western sidesof the street, and either sold lots for development or had houses built on contract and sold the prop- erty later. This house first appears on the 1915 atlas and was owned and occupied by Timothy Collins. Mr. Collins was the local manager of the F.W. Webb Mfg. Co., and also served as an automobile agent. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 and 1918. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston sent owner Joan Ryan 37M -7 -77 1Y1O.1 LL a. 011 1.• as v.. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 31A -269 n Northampton ess 43 Dryads Green hitect Exterior wall fabric brick shingle Outbuildings (describe) features half- timberinq in front gable porch gable Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 S7j 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 5r\ct Dryads Green was opened in 1890 as part of Hammond and Sullivan's subdivision off of Elm St. This also included Harrison Ave. and the western end of Kensington Ave. This house first appears on the 1915 atlas and was owned and occupied by Victor Lucia, the superintendent of building at Miss Capen's School on Prokpect St. The house is 2 and _1/2 stories with gable end to the street. Ha].f- timbering is used in the front gable and in the gable of the front porch. The first story of the house is constructed of brick and uses blackened headers for emphasis. The two -bay facade has a large window with leaded transom and entrance with sidelights. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 1918 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 31 Dryads Green 4. ibiap. ',raw sKe teu Vl UUlluttis ava uray.a in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M-7 -77 (over) In Area no. Form no. 31A -270 a Northampton Atlases Spfld Daily Exterior wall fabric shingle clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features front pedimented _gable with recessed triple window, wrap around porch with double posts on brick piers balustrade Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 25' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date NHC March 1980 S/) Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 1895 1915 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1918, 1915 1905 Dail•r 1: mpshire .nzette .'ov. 30, 1 �fld. D ^ilr aepublic Jnn. 3, 1910. Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Dryads Green was laid out-in 1890 as part of Hammond and Sullivans sub division plan which also included Harrison Ave. and the west end of Kensington Ave. Tn F became one of the most "aristocrPtic" parts of the city. This house was built in 1909 at�a cost of $7500 for Barrett and O"Brien, local developers. It is the exact mirror image of a house at 64 Harrison Ave., also built for Barrett and OBrien in 1909. The first :nown owner of this house was Michael Dunphey, a dentist, who was listed here in the 1915 directory. The house is 21 stories in height with pedimented end to the street. recessed bay window is situated in the tympanum, with the opening being defined by pilasters and an entablature. Thehouse has wide eaves supported by console bracicets.. by console brackets. t, one -story porch with hirred roof, redimented ent- rance, double posts on brick pedestals, and balustrade extend across the facade and halfway along the eastern side o f the house. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings." Indicate north. a L NI 5 T i7 &y P T 63 G-K DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. �I N VE7v7ZD21 E (over) tli- cidtect Altered Moved :s ;nt use ant owner ription: In Area no. f% Residence Form no. 31A -27Z Northampton 23 Dryads Green G. W. Cable House James Marjorie Cavanaugh 18th century farmhouse; 1891 renovation Historical Society, )urce Hamp shire Gazette Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) yes Colonial Revival Putnam Bayley Other features gambrel roof with dormer; projecting section with fanlight; ma ssi ve chimneys; bays y p G Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 150 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet wood 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e study -now house Date Organization Northampton Hi sto cal Co Date JUN 3 0 1978 MASS. HIST. 7. >>\vner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x ._Cla' (hom'st rA s dPn rp G. 1 I� Cab 1e-- haiisi Dryads° Green Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military Humanitarian Political Transportation 9. historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Author and lecturer G. 140 Cable came to Northampton in 1884. His first home was the brick Averill house, corner of Paradise Road and Dryads Green, convenient to Smith College where Cable intended to educate his five daughters cheaply. In 1891 Judge Hammond, clearing property on Elm Street for his residence, sold Cable the old D. W. Clark place. Hammond and J. A. Sullivan were clearing land for Harrison Avenue and the Clark homestead was moved to the end of that street© Cable, who owned much of the surrounding land, opened a street to which he .gave the name "Dryads' Green," after a New Orleans street where he had resided. Cable sold lots on the Green and had the local firm of Putnam Bayley design houses on the lots. Cable (1844-1925) was a native of the South who left the region following the Civil War. He was well established in the literary world by the time of his arrival in Northampton: his first story appeared in Scribner° s Monthly in 1873 and his two major volumes, Old Creole Days (1879) and The Grandissimes (1884) were written in the following decade. After 1885 the romancer and local colorist toured extensively, at times with Mark Twain. His strong inclination toward Bible study and social reform perhaps resulted in his founding of the Home Culture Clubs (People's Institute) to provide residents with an opportunity for self improvement. The Cable Residence, °Tarryawhile is an imposing colonial which has undergone much alteration. It is likely that the rear portion of the dwelling, with ridge roof is representative of the early farmhouse. The additions--the projecting entrance with fanlight and possibly the gambrel roof itself--were probably made by Putnam Bayley who designed other houses for Cable 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazette, 9/15/1885, 12/9/1891. Atlas of Northampton, 1895. File on G. W. Cable, Northampton Historical Society 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviap• LCGlw ahc LULL vi vaaaua..b in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. GJ (over) Ze Date •n ress sent use !sent owner ;cription: Source le chitect iron fence. In Area no. Northampton 66 Washington C. Rowley House residence 1570 73 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) e of Leeds and :'alas 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization i'T.hC parch 19x:0 Form no. 3L\ 275 clapboard :r-a.ret rlerry Other features wrap- around porch with posts, curved brackets and balustrade,- wrought Altered Date L,s^8 Moved Date 5. Lot size: V One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 5? Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Chauncey W. Rowley Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) e. early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 277 -P. 185, 272 -149. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1885 -86, 1875 -76. In 1870 Chauncey Rowley a mechanic bought lot no. 27 of J.M.Minor and J.A. Searles's subdivision plan for Washington Ave. for $4.00. Minor and Searle had opened the street the same year and by 1873 there were fifteen houses built° Mr. Rowley': was one of them. The house is two and a half stories in height with gable end to t street and a two and a half sotry gabled projection on the eastern side. A one -stor; porch covers the three -bay facade and extends along the eastern side to the projection. This porch has a hipped roof with projecting cornice and frieze chamfered posts and curved brackets that define the porch's arched openings, and a balustrade. The lot is bounded by an original wrought iron fence in good condition. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, 37n-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 74 ',ashington Ave. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features "`=rothic" window in gable, entry with fan light, 6x6 windowa Altered sun porch added pat.: early 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 31.A-277 ;ent owner T Elliot and ".osemary 0ffner mid 19th century i•:arch 1980 Lonergan NEC 57 7. Original owner (if known) residence Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Washington Ave.' was opened up for residential development by J.H. Searle and J.M. Minor in 1870. By 1873 fifteen houses had been constructed, however this lot.remained open, and was owned by J.C. Ward. The present house first appears on the 1895 atlas and was listed as the property of Arthur Nutting, a fire insurance and real estate agent. Visually the house appears to date from the mid 19th century and its possible that J.C. Ward moved a house to this site. Mr. Ward at one time owned most of "Paradise the area enclosed by 'a bend in the Mill River. The house is 2 and 112 stories in height with gable end to the street and main entrance in the center of the five -bay western side. The front of the house is three bays wide and has a "Gothic" two over two sash window in the gable. The rest of the windows on the house are rectangular, with six over six sashes, except for two, small four -light windows above the main entrance. The door is crowned by a fanlight and an arched lattice covers the entrance. On the southern end of the house is a one story sun porch with flat roof and balcony. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and k895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk.272 -P. 110. Northamptnn Directory: 1894 -95. 37M -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) T.-..•• r� Date 3S5 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no. L1-281 ?urthampto n in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ent owner ription: puree 1901 residence Constance yckoff litect Exterior wail fabric clanboare Outbuildings (describe) C. Oefinger House Other features t:ride frieze, corner pilasters, half Torch ?ath piers. attached garage Altered One acre or. less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20' Loner an NI-IC ?parch 1930 x Over one acre 5767 7. Original owner (if known) Christian Oefinger Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Washington Ave. was opened iron Elm St, by J.H. Searle and J.M. Minor in 1870. In the same year J.C. Ward filed a subdivision plan for the western part of his "Paradise Lot This was to include residential lots on Paper Mill Rd. (now Federal St.), Vernon St., Washington Place and the western end of Washington. It was Mr. Ward who had begun development here in the late'1860'a with his plan for Paradise Rd. Later, in 1889, his widow filed a plan for the remaining area's subdivision -Ward and James Ave. and the western end of Vernon St. This house was built in 1901 at a cost of $2000. for Christian Oefinger, an employee of the Northampton Cutlery Co., at Bay State. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories high with gambrel roof, and a 2 and 1/2 story gambreled projection on the facade. Both of the gambrels have steeply pitched upper slopes making them very close to gable roof's. A wide frieze runs under the eaves and pilasters are used to define the corners. A half -porch with hipped roof, projecting cornice, wide frieze and square posts covers the eastern end of the facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1918, 1915, 1905. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 30, 1901. q. 37m-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Tipton: hinrton Ave. ent use resirence ,ent owner rrma UTEco Other features JurceM and yis a l eyidenrP IVLn�.I J-.La: VII oil., .a..,.__ iitect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) (over) Altered Moved S. Lot size: One acre or less 6. Recorded by Organization Date 'Torthamni,on In Area no. Approximate frontage Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street March 1950 Lonergan 3 11 82 Date Date Form no. 5 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 1873, 1895, 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1885 -1886, 1895 -96. This house first appears on the 1895 atlas as property of Thames Rowland, and inspector for the Clement Manufacturing Co. The house was probably built a few years earlier. It is 2 and 1/2 stories high with gable end to the street, a one -story porch covering the three -bay facade and a two -story porch added on at the rear of the western side. The top of the front gable is covered with fish -scale shingles and features decorative stick work connecting the end rafters. The front porch has a hipped roof, projecting gabled entrance, square posts with cut -out brackets forming arched openings of the porch, and a patterned balustrede. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 106 iabhington 37m-7-77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 T..•••■• Exterior "wail fabric c i a Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date Iti Area no. Form no. 3 L1 -263 iiorthampton ,,,rah 19 Lune rFm T:IHC a 7. Original owner (if known) Thomas Rowland Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in 1910 at a cost of $2500 for Thomas Rowland. Mr. Rowland lived next door at 100 Wahington Ave. amd probably sold this house soon after it was built. The 1915 directory lists Edwin Porter a foremen for J.L. Mather, the builder and mason at this address. The house is two stories in height with high hipped roof and 2 and 1/2 story gabled projections on the facade and western side. A one -story pore with hipped roof, turned posts, brackets and balustrade is situated on the western hmsf of the facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases., Northampton Directory: 1918 1915 and 1905. S.rinfield Dail Re•ublican Jan. 2 1911. 1 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Date Source Style 101 Washington Ave. .c Name 'iginal residence -esent residence Date Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC June 1980 Architect Outbuildings Setting Northampton :tip: Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner PT ION: (Staple additional sheets here) 1870-7a Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Area Form no. 31A -286 one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) The house is one and -a -half stories high with ridge roof and two -story gabled pavilion in the center of the three -bay facade. This pavilion contains the house's main entrance, which is covered by a one -story porch with hipped roof, square posts with brackets and balustrade. In 1870 Washington Ave. was opened for residential development. Between Elm St. and Washington Place was the sub division of J.H. Searle and J.N. Minor, while the western end of the street was part of J.C. Ward's "Paradise Lot" dev- elopment. Mr. Ward owned most of the land atop the bluffs on the easterly side if the Mill River west of Elm St. and opened this land up for development in the decade a'r the Civil War, The 1873 atlas shows three houses, including his own, on Paradise r.o and seven houses on the western part of his development, which consisted of the eastern end of Paper Mill Rd. (now Federal St.), the western end of Vernon St. and James and Ward Ayes. This house appears on that atlas, and was owned and occupied by Benjamin Peck, "agent for Babcock's fire extinguisher BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1873, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1873-74. 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Map. llraw sketcn OI ounuln tut in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) i;orthamnton ess ent use :ent owner :ription: Dur .Leases hrenitect 6. Recorded by Organization Date !:arch 1y8O In Area no. 22 -24 ashinEton P. residence Raymond and "�11yn Dargis 18SL 1595 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Lonergan r.Txr J shinR le Form no. 1A -291 Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street S53 7. Original owner (if known) residence Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Thomas J. O'Neill Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural 4 Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1 -96. Washington Place was laid but in 1870 as part of J.C. Ward's Paradise Lot development. Development was slow and by 1895 there were only four houses constructed. This double house was one of them, being owned by T.J. O'Neill. Mr. O'Neill was a carpenter and builder and lived at 32 Washington Place on the corner of Vernon St, He probably built this to be leased as two tenements. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories tall with slate ridge roof and two interior chimneys. Gabled dormers with fish -scale shingles project from the roof and cap two -story bay windows at either edd of the facade. Between the bays is a double central entrance and front porch. The porch has a flat roof with projecting cornice, spindle frieze, turned posts with fan brackets and a turned balustrade. Atop the porch is a second floor balcony. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. ?T ION 86 Vernon St. 7iginal residence 'esent residence lip: Private individual ivate organization Public �iginal owner Source Reg. of Deeds Mansard Cottage Recorded by NHC Organization Date qQ Style Architect Outbuildings 2 E. Loner, an ^0 Setting May 1980 Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area Form no. 31A -295 Exterior wall fabric brick Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 1 story in height with a slate Mansard roof which has shed dormers. The rear ell also has a Mansard roof with shed dormers. A one -story porch covers the two -bay facade. The northern end of the facade is taken up by a five sided bya window with shingled panels. The other half of the porch is open, with turned posts and cut -out brackets. The arched entry way has a small transom above the doorway. Vernon St. was originally known as Paper Mill Rd. and led westerly down the bluffs to the Mill River site of the paper mill. This downhill section is now known as Federal St. In 1870 an extension southerly along the top of the bluff was mapped. This, along with Washington Place and Washington Ave. (now known as James Are.), comprised the western part of James G. Ward's "Paradise" subdivision plan. "Ruch of this still remained undeveloped when Mrs, Margaret Ward filed a plan in 1889 fc knot] southerly extension of Vernon St. This plan also included James and Ward Avenues. In 1684 Frank Reynolds, a papermaker, bought lots 32 through 35 and part of lot 31 for $350 from Mrs. Ward. Five years later the same lots were sold to Stphen Belden, a market gardener and pickle manufacturer, for $1800 and the assumptior of a $1300 mortgage. This house was built while one of these two men owned the property, but it doesn't seem to have served as their residence (which was probably no 88). BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 427 -P. 465, 425 -99, 390 -511, 272 -110 and 111. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96, 371 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston '-E....1VIa[J. "LL a.w'o,�J..'..... in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 31A -303 Northampton G. Coolidge House ;ent owner Dorothy M. Colburn Bailey hitect Karl S. Putnam Exterior wall fabric One acre or less brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features hipped roof with 2 large chimneys, porch elevated on piers with flaring Mansard roof, extensive landscaping Altered Date Moved Date X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 25° E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 5-5 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Gra e Coolidge 10. Bibliography and /or references early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives Northampton Directory: Conservation Education X Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Karl S. Putnam folder 1936 -38, 1950 1960 Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation This secluded estate was developed for Mrs. Grace Coolidge, widow of Calvin Coolidge, in the late 1930's,. After Mr. Coolidge retired fro the White House in 1929 the Coolidges returned to Northampton. They bought a homestead off. South Ste, overlooking the Connecticut River maedows, and lived there until Calvin's death in 1933 This house vas built from designs of Karl Putnam, Northampton's most prominent architect of the 20th century. Mre Putnam was the son of Roswell Putnam, who was a Northampton architect of`the turn -of- the century. Karl Putnam taught architecture at Smith College for over thirty years and was the designer of the main residential systen known as the Quadrangle, at Smith College. Situated on a beautifully landscaped, half -acre of land the house gives the impression of a southern mansion. It is three stories tall, built of white brick, with a metal hipped roof and front porch elevated on paneled piers, and capped by a flaring hip roof, (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, 4 Map. Draw s etcn o1 auiiuing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings.. Indicate north. sent use residence sent owner Dorothy Warburton cription: 1891 -95 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features G. Waite House 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Offiee of the Secretary, State House, Boston b0 Q (over) Date In Area no. Northampton ress 102 Vernon Street ie Form no. 31A -306 ;ource Req. of Deeds Atlas fish scale shingles in 10' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC nt pnrch vii t turned posts, brackets balustrade Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street March 1980 Original owner (if known) George M. Waite Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large, 21 story house was constructed during the early 1890 °s It is situated on a corner lot, and was the first house built west of James Ave. on Vernon Ste This area contained within a curve of the Mill River, atop the terrace, and com.-+•sed of Vernon St., Ward Ave., and James Ave., was laid out for building lots in 1889° However, most of the hol 's date from the middle third of the 20th century. This sub section was the last of what was known as J.C. Ward °s "Paradise" lot, which consisted of all the land southwest of the Elm Ste homestead, north of the Mill River and west of College Lane, to be developed. George Waite is listed as a mason in the local d irectorie early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Leeds: Bko444 -Po37, 428 °251 Northampton Directory: 1895 -96 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1. Town Northampton In Area no. Form no. 31 A 3z� Address 16 Paradise Road I` Name Present use Residence 37M-7 -77 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ti t1 3G (over) Present owner Smith College 3. Description: Date Bu on site in 1895 Source Northampton i-treet yap Style Colonial Architect Exterior wall fabric Clapboard Outbuildings' (describe) none Other features Two story with a small one story addition Altered yes Date 1929 Moved possibly Date 5. Lot size: 9 One acre or less x Over one acre .I= Approximate frontage 80 f t Approximate distance of building from street 20 ft 6. Recorded by E. T. Lincoln Organization Ramp. Historical Comm. Date riay 1979 7. Original owner (if known) Frederick Kneeland Original use Unclear Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The origin of this little house is concealed in a larger property acquired by Smith College 'in 1919 from Frederick N. Kneeland who deeded a considerable property including his own residence at 8 Paradise Road. This building which appears on the site for the first time on the 1895 map may have been built from an out building on the Kneeland estate, passibly moved to this site either before or after it was converted. It was rented by the College as a faculty residence after 1919. in 1929 Miss Mary Ellen Chase novelist and member of the Faculty, rented the building from the 8ollege and arr nged for considerable restoration or remodelling at her own expense. These changes were designed and implemented by Karl Putnam, well —known local arc'-itect and Prosessor of Arc at Smith College. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Northampton Maps 18 18 95 Registry of Deedsa Plan Book 4 p. 56 1919 Book ?44 p. 179 1919 see also inventory for #8 radise Road FORM 13 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over). Town Northampton. In Area no. Address Paradise Road, Smith campus Name President's House Present use residence Present owner Smith College Description: Date 1919 -20 Source Style Georgian Revival Form no. Smith College A chives Architect John W. Ames of Boston Exterior wall fabric stucco covered. brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features adjoining vegetable garden and formal terraced garden to rear, fronting on Paradise Pond. ct Altered no Date !L j Moved no Date 5. Lot size: t1 Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Ann Gilkerson./ Robin Stroup Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date March 23, 1977 51 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use same as present Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Built in 1919 -20 on a sloping hillside site facing Paradise Pond and Mt. Tom, the President's House replaced Gateway House as the official residence of the President of Smith College.. Designed by John W. Ames of Boston (who was later a partner in the planning of the Quadrangle complex) in the Neo- Georgian style, the large residence is sit ed an front of a formally landscaped rear terrace. The largest Americ n elm tree remaining on campus is located within the urn adorned walls. Consisting of a rectangular, regu r se, the three story elvation of the main section is joined to a smaller two story rectangular wing to th south. Both sections have grey elate shingled roofs, with pedimented mere and massive Georgian chimneys. The small garage to the southeast ae a copper covered pitched roof. All,three sections are executed in brick surfaced by tan stucco. Formally Georgian in its classical vocabulary and symmetritcal organi- zation, the facade is bisected by a central vertical axis which is defined by the main doorway, blaconYp and flanki•_ two story Ionic pilasters© These pilasters are also applied to each corner of the main block. Green Colonial shutters enframe most of the regualaly placed White molded sash windows. The rear side of the President's House consists oft a Robert Adam esque Ionic two story stoa, centrally inset with a pair of French doors, topped by an iron blaconyo To either side are one story bay windows. A rectangular glassed in breakfast room, crowned by a long iron balcony, projects from the west side of the southern wing, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. `Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. "Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. Name Style p isQ R t,vc Altered Moved 5. Lot size: ECE1 M4gYefl) 1977 MASS. HEST. COMM, Present use Architect none 6. Recorded by Town Northampton Address 300 A Elm Street Present owner Harvey Antil Gable front, hip roof; ell; t tort' bay in ell; one story acinition north Date 1940 Source Harvey Antil Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 60' Approximate distance of building from street 100' Organization Hampshire Historical Comm. March 1977 In Area no. F wood none Two family entrance Form no. 60' x 100' access Eleanor T. Lincoln _CO? 7. Original owner (if known) I. -rvey Antil Original use Barn Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Two "family hon. e 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 1940 and followinc Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Iiumanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) History: The property at 300 Elm Street was purchased by Harvey Antil in 1939. See notes on that property. Antil converted the large•barn on the property into a two family dwelling. In 1973 he sold the house at 300 and front half of the lot, c retaining acess from 81m street. In 1950,approximately, build ing he put a small addition on the 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Register of Deeds: 933 p. 198 1939 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 5. Lot size: Date In Area no. Form no. 31B -3 Northampton :ss 66 Bancroft Rd. ant use ent ownexJohn and Natalie Hurley ription: )urce iitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date One acre or less O'Donnell House c. 1895 Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC residence At-as and Directory March 7980 X Over one acre 7. Original owner (if known) John B. O'Donnell Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) During the late 1880's John O'Donnell bought the northern part of Round Hill (above the Clark School) from Col. Mark Spaulding. Col. Spaulding, in partnership with Enos Parsons had bought the Round Hill Hotel and grounds in 1870 and had attempted to keep the hotel operating. In 1874 they issued a prospectus for 100 building lots to be located on the northern slopes of the hill. Ultimately, the hotel proved a failure, and their development plans came to naught. In 1885 a sub division plan for the relocation of Round Hill Lots" was filed. This included Round Hill Rd. First (now Crescent), Second (now Hillside), and Third (now Bancroft) Aves. and kart of Franklin St. Development began soon after- wards and has continued until recent times providing an interesting mix of 20th century residential architecture. This was one of the first houses to be built on Bancroft Ave. and is mentioned in 1895 -96 directory listing for John O'Donnell. Mr. O'Donnell and his son George were laeyers, located on Main St. until April 1, 1896, after which date, one should enquire at 66 Third Ave. Mr. O'Donnell had served as Northampton's fifth mayor in 1892 and 1893 and was responsible for the development of Round Hill as a fine residential section. A 1909 Gazette article described this process "and feeling that the hill was not apprec- iated as it shoud be, he had kept it almost intact all these years. He often had the op- portunity to sell small lots for small houses, but he refused, felling that the Hill was by nature the handsomest and most desirable building s pot in America This house is located on the inside of the curve of Bancroft Ave. and is mostly hidden by tall evergreen trees. The house features a 3 and 1/2 story tower cont' 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1900 1905, 1915, 1922. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 394 -P. 90 add 9. Daily Hampshire gazette May 7, 1909. INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL CCNNaSSICN Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. 9. Historical Significance James W. Cole. Staple to Inventory form at bottom 0 Camiunity: Northampton with flaring pyramidal roof at the corner, and porches at the fornt and rear of the house. Form No: 31b -3 Property Name: O'Donnell House In the early 20th century the house was sold to the Rev. 9 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION ,294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 juLat—Lvis. cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by Organization Date April 1980 Loneraan Source Style Architect Outbuildings ic Name Gawith riginal boys residence resent Administrative 7uilding hip:El Private individual Private organization Clark :Dchool Public riginal owner =ON: c. 1870 Exterior wall fabric Major alterations (with dates) rear addition- 1260's Moved Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) 3econd Empire Area Form no. 31E-4 46 Round Pill Rd. Clark 3chool The Torthampton Rook TfTare and Van ''runt brick Date Scl INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS H I STORI CAL CCWNIISSION Office of the Secretary, Boston P' rty Na' 0 Gawith "all Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. ?i storical significance of the school. n1r. Fell served as a member of the Board of Trustees from 1883 -1893, and as President from 1917- 1922, Caroline Yale, the second principal of the school, cane to the sc hool in 1870 as a 22 year old teacher. She made Clarke3chool her life, and during her 63 years as teacher, Principal and Director of the Teacher Education Department the school achieved international prominence. In 1903 Crace Goodhue was admitted as a student in the Teacher Education Department. After comnletina her training she remained; as a teacher, during which time she made the acquaintance of a young 'orthampton iawyer:,n @elvin Coolidge. They soon married and *`rso Coolidge retained her connections with the Clarke School for the rest of her life. She serve :c' F, od the Board of Trustees form 1935 1952. In the last twenty years the school has erected two large buildings: the Alexander Graham Bell dormitory on Round Kill Rd. (no. 45) and Magna Tlouse on Creseent St, (no. 26)0 Staple to Inventory form at botto 7'1) .ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) This building was the first to be built for the Clarke School. It is from designs of Ware and Van Brunt, prominent Boston architects of the latter Bart of the 19th century. The block is two stories in height, built of brick, and capped by a Mansard roof, which has recently had its slate covered by asphalt. The front of the building has two sections, the southern one set back about twenty feet from the northern one. The end of_the block are capped_by tower -like projections with tall Mansard roofs and flaring, hipped gable dormers. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1364 ^.r. Gardiner Greene Hubbard, a prosperous Cambridge lawyer with a deaf daughter, attempted to persuade the ::ass. Legislature to charter and smpport a school for young deaf children for the pur'ose of teaching them to speak and read lips. This effort failed and in 1866 'Jr. Hubbard assisted "Tiss Harriet Rodgers in opening a small°pri- vate school_in Chelmsford. Until that time the system of instruction was sign language. The length of instruction was generally six years, beginning about the age of twelve, T'iss. Rogers success with her young students in teaching then to speak .and read lips encouraged '''r. 7ubbard to try again for a state chartered school. At the same time "r. John Clarktnf 'Torthampton offered the state S50,000 to establish a school for the deaf in Torthameton The bills incorporating ClarkeSchool were apnreved June 1, 1867. Yr. Clark agave his (50,000, and an additional $250,000 legacy was left in his will. The school was established in the old Cothic Seminary on Gothic 3t. In 1370, after `'r. Clarkts death, the school was able to Purchase 12 acre s of land on Pound ''ill, south of the .7ound T7ill "otel. This land included two buildings on the east side of ?ound 7ill Rd. that had been built by the 3nepherd brothers, and had been used for the Pound Hill School for ^oys new building, naker "all (now Ca•ith 'Tall) was built ®n the west- ern side of the road. This was from designs of :are and Van 'runt, the prominent "oston architects. Tt was occu -ied by the e '^oys while 'odger' s "all was the girls' residence and "lark Fall, was used for the school and library. Clark e- Tal1 was replaced in the early 20th century by 'Tub bard Hall. Tn 1371 Alexander Graham ".ell came to Clarke School to instruct the teachers in his father's system of visible 3ceech. Cn July 11, 1877 he married '"abel ''ubbard, the daughter of !r. TTubbard, first Fresident BF$,IMPOor REFERENCES cont° 1860 County "an. 1873, 1384, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Daily "amp caxette June 1, 1967. Clark •School Archives. 20M -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Northampton Area Form no. 31B -4 cross :_streets and other oui lui,ig or geographical features. Indicate north. 84 Round Hill Rd. is Name W.P.Strickland House riginal residence resent residence hip: Private individual Private organization Clark School for the Deaf Public )riginal owner William P. Strickland Source 41f1 d. fa 9 1 y R epublir an Style Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Recorded by Organization Date g E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 Moved Setting IPTION: 1908 clapboard (Staple additional sheets here) Major alterations (with dates) Approx. acreage Date ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 2 and 1/2 stories in height with pedimented end HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1915 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1 -9 1905, 1 915, 1922 and 1930. Spfld. Daily Republican Dec. 28, 1908. to the street. The symmetrical facade features a full length one story porch with hipped roof, Tuscan columns and balustrade. This house was built in 1908 for William Strickland, a lawyer and judge of the District Court, at a cost of $8000. This property, at the crest of Round Hill had been part of the estate of the Round Hill Hotel, Northampton's most celebrated tourist spot of the mid 19th cnetury. After the demise of the hotel in the early 1870's several development schemes had been proposed, but it wasn't until the turn of the century that residential building took place. After Judge Strickland's death the house became part of the Clark School for the Deaf property and was lived in by Caroline Yale, the second principal of the school. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston a e 7 0 (over) Date ess ;ent use ;ent owner Clarke School for the Deaf ;ription: 1908 -09 ource hitect Other features 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. ur. "F,rrh 192;() Northampton 83 Round Hill Rd. A.C. James House S.D.R. Exterior wall fabric brick .Outbuildings (describe) residence Loner,an Form no. 31B-5 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Arthur Curtiss James Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development residence x 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large estate with 200 foot frontage on Round Hill Rd. and Crescent St. and 300 foot depth commands one of Round Hill's finest assets, the eastern view. This land was onee part of the famed Round Hill Hotel, Northampton's premier tourist attraction of the mid 19th century, and earlier in the 19th century the site of the Round Hill School for boys, the first school in this county to exemplify the sy* j of the German gymnasium. Round Hill, a glacial drumlin, superbly situated for sweeping vistas of the Connecticut River Valley and its surrounding hills, was first settled in the early years of the 19th century by the three Shepherd brothers, James, Thomas and Levi, dll of whom built large houses high up on the eastern slopes. The house of James Shepherd was located on the site of the present house, and later served as the main entrance to the hotel. The hotel went out of fashion after the Civil War and by the early 1870's plans were being made to sub divide the property and develop the hill for residential purposes. This original proposal never succeeses and development didn't really begin until just about the turn of the century. In 1908 Mrs. Arthur Curtiss James of New York made plans for an elegant new home and grounds" for this site. The plans were said to be from New York architects and landscape architects and "colonial in style By the end of 1908 the press reported that $50,000 had been spent on this residence and the next year saw $25,000 more spent furnishing the house and terraces. 10. Bibliography and /or refer AIQ0schi dc6tah 'dta i e it i V&NadqotUtisis set larly maps, etc.) Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Spfld. Daily Republican Dec. 28 1908 and Jan. 3, 1910. Daily Hampshire Gazette June 9, 1908. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation s INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS H I STORI CAL Comm I SS I CN office of the Secretary, Boston Property Name: Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. 9. Historical Significance. Staple to Inventory form at bottom A.C.James House Comity Form No: Northampton 31B -5 The house is situated close to Round Hill Road, but is set behind a well- detailed brick wall. It is two stories in height, built of brick and has slate hipped roof with four large chimneys. The edge of the roof projects beyond the walls and the raking cornic is supported by modillion brackets. The symmetrical facade has a central, projecting pavilion with a Doric portico at the entrance. Spacious porches with balconies are on either end of the facade, and there are similar porches projecting from either end of the rear of the house. The grounds extend behind the house, stepping down the hill to Crescent St. in a number of terraces, the highest of which is built up of stone and brick and crowned, by a balustrade. FORM 8 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and buildings. Indicate north. ELM 0 5�1'S T C R o UT DO NOT ZVRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) !ss In Area no. Northampton Round Hill Road Rogers Hall ant use Classrooms /Library, ke School for the Deaf ant owner Clarke School Form no. 31Q -to ription: early 19th century with later (Victorian) additions )urce Northampton Book; Gazette Federal /Second Empire Exrcnitect unknown Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 2 stories w /mansard and dormers; brick walls; stone lintels above window openings Altered yes Moved no 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Date various Date IMO Over one acre X 450 feet Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet Organization Northampton Historical Comeni ssion Date No F y:-- IL 9 JUN 3 0 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 1. 0•i�;ii,;11 ner (If ".v..01) ()t• rise S l)scgt1 t uses (if any) and dates__ 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) .\bcritinal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development_, Political Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ Iiu manitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) !found Hill is a small hill northwest of the central business district in Northampton© It has traditionally been the site of innovative social and cultural experiemtns and an exclusive residential area. Historian George Bancroft conducted a school on the Hill in the 1820° s and later in the century a water cure and hotel established the hill as a resort for the wealthy Clarke School was first conceived by John Clarke who in 1867, set aside $50 for the creation of a school for deaf The institution was chartered by the legislature in 1867 and opened that year with twenty pupils in the old Gothic Seminary building on Gothic Street. A handful of students from a school for the deaf in Chelmsford joined the group; their instructress Miss Rogers cane to manage the Clarke School and regained principal until 1336. By that time the School had acquired considerable property from Josiah Clark, Harvey Kirkland, and the Round Hill Hotel© The School later acquired the Williston properties and has adapted many of the original structures to institutional uses. Rogers Hall was originally the property of the Shepherd family, early residents of the hill© The early 19th century residence with soapstone front has undergone changes reflecting the fashion of later periods and the growing needs of the school® A mansard dating from the 1830°s increased available space as did additions to portions of the structure© One small section of the original soapstone wall retrains® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazette, 6/4/1867, 7/23/1867, 7/9/1867, 8/1/1871, 7/20/1836, 11/18/19270 The Northampton Book, Forbes Library. 371v1-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. ,_Indicate north. yEA CRESc f i 1 (over) ass 43 Crescent St. Northampton ription: iitect In Area no, J. Riley House 1887 -95 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date March 1980 Form no. 31B -7 ent use residence ent owner Teresa Moriarty )urce Req. of Deeds and Atlas Outbuildings (describe) Other features board and batten in front gable, decorative shingles on 2nd floor porch and a string course. 5. Lot size One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) John B. and Margaret C. Riley Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1887 John and Margaret Riley bought part of lot no. 3 of the Round Hill Estate sub- division for $600. Mr. Riley was a printer with Metcalf and Co., and made this his homestead. Crescent St. had been opened in 1586 and curved gently along the middle slopes of Round Hill. The street provided sweeping views of the Connect- icut River Valley and surrounding hills, and quickly became one of the most "aristo- cratic" streets in the city. This house features'decorati rely -cut shingles as a beltcourse, vertical boarding in the front gable, a one -story front porch with turned posts and balustrade, and a bay window on the southern side. 10. Bibliography a ;,d /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Lk. 409 -P. 18, 406 -118, 404 -149, 314 -430. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. Daily Hampshire (azette Nov. 30, 1895. e 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. d o b G cese-SE s (over) 1 T nt v n SS Northampton Rev. R. Underwood House ant use residence ription: )urce S.D.R. iitect Exterior wall fabric vinyl siding Outbuildings "(describe) Other features Altered sided Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date March 1980 In Area no. Form no. 31B -10 NHC Date mid 20th c. X Over one acre Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Rev. Rufus S. Underwood residence Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1384 and 1895 Atlases, Registry of Deeds: Bk. 418 -P. 34, 406 -118. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1900. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 29, 1894. Aboriginal Conservation Recreation a Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention This large house was built for the Rev. Rufus S. Underwood in 1894 from the designs of Putnam and Bayley. This form had been formed the previos year and consisted of R.F. Putnam,a native of the area and Lewis Bayley, from Louis- ville, Ky. In 1897 Mr. Bayley left the area and Mr. Putnam continued practicing here. His son, Karl S. Putnam, was also an architect in Northampton. The house features`a three -story tower with pyramidal roof at the southeast corner, a small oriel window on the southern side and a one -story entry porch with gable roof, spindle frieze, chamfered posts and brackets forming arched openings and a turned balustrade. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. map. craw S lie Leii tit vuiau.. b in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. CReSGS rJi sT D Q Dui l i t E 0 (over) Northampton ess e J.E. Brady House hitect cIpboard and Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. 5 Crescent St. Lonergan NHC Date March 1980 wood shingles Date Date Form no. 31B -13 x Over one acre scri 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Rufus Underwood residence Conservation Education Exploration/ settle ment Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in 1892 for Rufus Underwood at a cost of oo Rev. Underwood sold the house and lot the next year to Mary Seelye Brady and J. Everett Brady. Mr. Brady was a professor of Latin and Literature at Smith College. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early rnaps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 464 -P. 21, :crthampton Directory: 1592-93, 1905, 1915. °oringfield Daily Republican Dec. 31, 1892. Crescent St. had been opendd in 1886 as part of the sub division of the old Round Hill Hotel property. The street gracefully curved around the middle slopes of the hill providing fine views and stimulating breezes. The house has a one -story clapboard base topped by a projecting, steeply- pitched gambrel roof. Two pedimented dormers project from the western side and flank a shed roofed oriel window. A porch with arched openings and balcony projects from the Crescent St. side. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 residence cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. E. Lonergan Recorded by Organization TC Date Yarch 1980 (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Major alterations (with dates) Approx. acreage Setting Area Form no. 317' -17 Source as 'and visual evidence Style Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings Moved Date one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL S1GNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories tall with steeply pitched, slate rid ,7:e roof. The side cables ate pedimented, while the one On the southern side, facing Summer St., having a Palladian window, The fornt slope of the roof has a dormer with semi circular ped- imen.t e frieze encircles the house beneath the projecting gable and pilasters are used at the corners. The t'.ree -hay facade has a central entrance with sidelights and is covered by .'portico with flat roof. There is also a bay window on the facade, ws well as one on the sz;thern side, both with slate hipped roofs. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) There has been a house on this site since the early 19th century. 'Throughout that century the property was listed as belonging to the French family but available directories don't show any member of this family ever living on Prospect'3to The house shown on the 1895 atlas seems to have the proper outline. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town "'ape 1854 and 1860 County raps, 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1875 -76, 1885 -36, 1895 -96e FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 lviap. "La in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. In T3 u Li a Q rql 1:1:11 v-7 5v S t (over) ;ent use In Area no. Northampto- 57 Summer St. K. Stone House residence Form no. 31B -19 Sent owner Frederick Ostrowski cription: 1885 Reg. of Deeds and Directory source le ,hitect clapboard Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) porch with turned posts, Other features patterned balustrade and cut -out brackets, 2 -story side bay window. Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC x May 1980 Date Date Over one acre 100' 5961 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Kirk H, Stone residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Kirk Stone, a local bookeeper purchased this lot for $550 in April of 1885. In the 1885 -86 directory he is listed as living on Summer St., near Prospect St. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and a two- and -a -half story gabled projection with two story bay window on the eastern side. The windows have two over two, sashes and molded cornices. A one story, hipped roof porch extends across the faccrle. The porch has turned posts, cut -out brabk- ets, and a balustrade with arched- patterns. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z873, Z884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: Z885 -86, Z895 -96. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 393 -P. 412. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 Northampton •ess 38 Myrtle St. e ;ent use ;ription: 1872 -73 In Area no. Tunnicliff House residence Form no. 31B -31 >ent owner Ronald and Ida, Villeneuve ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Zitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date NHC May 1980 clapboard. Date Date Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan Over one acre Ccoo 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Eliza l'unnicliff residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The :arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1371 Dawson and [earner bought two acres of land between State St. and King St. The next year they filed a ubdivision plan for Pearl St. (now Myrtle St.) and the north side of Summer St. On most of the lots houses were erected and leased to tenants, however, here sold a lot to Eliza Tunnicliff, a dress maker, for $700. By 1373 this house was built. The house is two stories is height, with gable end facing Myrtle St. A one -story front porch extends across the facade and along the State St side of the house. 7h'is has a hipped roof, square posts and cut -out balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884, and 1895 Atlases. Fe>istry of Deeds: Bk. 295 -P. 153, 291 -426 and 427, 277 -15, 276 -445 and :;orthamptun Directory: 1895 -96, 1885 -86, 1873 -74. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston LL:' LLvV .J/ \l.L\.11 V1: UL4l1 1n&1�, 1VVLL%LVII in relation to nearest cross streets and other' buildings. Indicate north. Northampton ent use residence ent owner Ann Harvey Powers ription: )urce Reg. of Deeds and AtZas e,iitect Exterior wall fabric o7rrphriard Outbuildings (describe) Other features ess In Area no. Form nu. 3ZB- E. Lonergan J n la t 9 3 ing O (over) Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Recorded b Organization NEC Date May Z980 Date 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation_ Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In Z870 -7Z Lucien Dawson, listed in the directory as .z "broker and Lewis Wanner, treasures of Hampshire Savings Bank and cashier at Hampshire County National Bank, bought two acres of land between Summer St. and Spring St. (now Finn St.) east of State St. In Z072 they filed a subdivision plan for eight Zots of Pearl St. (now known as Myrtle St.) and four Zots on the north side of Summer St. Some of these lots were sold immediately, and others were built upon and leased to tenants. This "cottage house" first appears on the Z873 atlas and was owned by Dawson and Warner until 2883, when it was sold for ;>2600 to MAry and William Young. The house is one and -a -half stories in height, with gable end to the street. A one- story porch covers the facade and is composed of flat roof with projecting, molded cornice, chamfered posts and a cut -out pattern balustrade. A one -story bay window projects fron the eastern side. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1395 Atlases. egistry of Deeds: Bk. 424 -P. 30Z, 4266 -435, 6 -445 and 446. .Vort;tampton Directory: 1873 -74, 2875 -76. Lewis N.zrner ani Luclan ,Dawson residence Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation histories, deeds, assessor's records, 378 -308 and 379, 368 -535, 291-427, 277 -15, 37M. -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1V1aF.r LJL CL I nc cola vi vuriuiu6 avl, u;bivaC in, relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 5 0 0 2 (over) Date Northampton •ess Summer St. ;e nt use Sent owner ;ription: 1871 73 Reg. of Deeds and Atlas ource autect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. X One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NN In Area no. Form no. 31B -045 residence Kathryn Playle May 1980 clapboard 7. Original owner (if known) Lucien Dawson and Lewis Werner Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development r Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Dawson and Warner bought two acres of land from Henry Bright in Z370 -Z871. In 1872 they filed a subdivision plan for twelve Zots on Pearl (now Myrtle St.) and Summer St. Some of the lots were sold immediately and others were built upon and leased to tenants. This house first appears on the 1873 atlas as property of Dawson anc Warnee. In 1890 they sold the lot and house for $2600 to Charles Kinney. The house is one and -a -half stories in height with gable'end to the street and a one-story porch that coavers the facade and extends along most of the eastern side. This is composed of hipped roof, spare posts, cut -out brackets, simple balustrade, and 'attic e base. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) i873, 1884 and 2395 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 354 -P. 315. 329 -5, 29Z -426 and 427, 277 -15, 276 -445 and 446. 1- r L/ sump, r e Education Government Literature Music CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 STORIES: 1 2 3 4 PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 Now: FACADE: Gable end: Front /Side Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side 1 CL Ali Is6 5cf -fooL_ PRoFERTY 1F38 FooNA DILL A 1 r SION oston tat to 1 th the de): !ravel/ communication Military affairs Religion /philosophy Indians' Development of town /city 4. DESCRIPTION FOUNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material: BRICK 5. Indicate location of structure in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed (ELL 31S- CZ 2. Town NO R I M tp O /Y Street address 3 8 Ea u rn) GILL O FI 1) Name Original use GNIi.DEKER:S COT7fGE Present use MQ.s(.daince... Present owner (LARK k SC H 06 L Open to public g "rye Date C C 1 Source of date VI; L1- S 7 ry FAti i �Y Architect h ri �S incr, 3. CONDITION: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added Brick Stone Other ALL COVER: Wood Pevl,enAindo.r. hnprdt, ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard 5TEET cfi48LE5 (1 Rawl: I NoRTH swg 42 sours SIDE) Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork Center .r End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate PORTICO Yes Balcony Ornament: GABLES bN ALL. Lf 51,0 l5 Nk1A1L(? Details: GABLE nVER ?ORT1cn �/AMoist Pprrgs A rop oF Deoli Windows: Spacing: Regular /Irregular Identical/Varied ried Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards 6. Footage of structure from street QC Property has IQ 5 feet frontage on street Recorder MII l P ri 1C. T� r?5 For tvolMtaMilroN I4I5TQRICF L Snc Ty Photo .21 Date SEE REVERSE STe J 19 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, W 02108 PHOTO (3x3" or 3x5 black F, white) Staple to left side of form Photo number Original owner William E. Hale SKETCH MAP Draw map showing property's location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by Organization Date NHC 1970 and June 1980 Town Address 38 Round Hill Rd. Historic Name Use: Original Present Ownership: Private individual Private organization Clark School for the Deaf DESCRIPTION: c. 1860 Date Source Maps and visual evident„ Style Carpenter Gothic Architect Exterior wall fabric board and batten Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Approx. acreage Setting Public (Staple additional sheets here) Northamrton Area residence residence Date 31B-62 Form no. The cottages seems to have originally belonged to William Hale who lived across the street, and is reputed to have been a "gardener's Cottage Mr. Hale's house was built in 1860 and this is the probable date for the cottage also. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 18814, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. "Round Hill Its History and Bomance Early Northampton, 1914, pp. 215 -231. (o3 ARCHI;'ECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and eva]uate in terms of other buildings within community) The cottage offers ar interesting contrast to the house across the street (now no. 23). Less pretentious and more naturalistic than its neighboe, the cottage celebrates the use of wood as a building, material. The considerable overhang of the roof is supported by curved wooden brackets which are grouped in threes and call to mind the natural growth of vines. The gabled porch over the front door is supported by simple square posts which gracefully curve up to the peak of the gable forming a "Gothic" opening, and the sides have curved rails with lattice bases. Paired windows are capped with raking* cornices supported by samll brackets. The board and batten covering emphasizes the verticality of the structure. This cottage is one of the finest examples of Carpenter Gothis work in the city of Norat 'ri t0 HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) 20M -2/80 V r. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Map.. IJ a 5.cetcn ul 3:1uiutiii8; ,V in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicates north. -ET J J 2 0 N �.y J 3 u 'DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Moved 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by Date In Area no. Form no. 3!Q -b3 nt use part of Cl arke School C cc_r 'ze u.�c_ Exterior wall fabric Gothic Revival Northampton Round Hill. Road Larke School F. Pratt after A. J. Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 2 stories; bri ck with tiled roofs and stick style trim; bay, south facade; additions Less than one acre Over one acre x Approximate frontage Cl arke School Approximate distance of building from street 40 feet C. Dubi e brick Downing Organization Northampton Historical Commi ssion w /addidons D APR 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. original owner (il known) Mrs. Edward Clarke Original use Resi deuce Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This brick cottage was built on fashionable Round Hill in 1859 and derives from an Andrew Jackson Downing design VI in the 1850 edition of The Architecture of Countr Houses, for a "Gate -Lodge in the English style." Mrs. Clarke and others added to the gothic cottage over the course of time. Edward Clarke was an important citizen and the owner of an unusual U- shaped Greek Revival house built in 1836 =39 and located opposite the site of the Clarke cottage.(Clarke School demolished the Greek Revival structure.) Edward Clarke° s estate was divided between three Round Hill Residents, Lafayette Maltby (who got the house), W. B. Hale and Merritt Clark; the widow Clarke chose to build an economical but genteel residence opposite her former home. In 1867 Clarke School was chartered by the state legislature and moved to Northampton from Chelmsford, Mass. Originally housed in several structures "atop Round Hill, the school acquired considerable property along the road in the late nineteenth century. The Clarke Cottage is now part of the school and has been enlarged at the rear. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton >ent ownerYechiael and Rose Lander 3ription: 1890 -95 ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas hitect LxLerior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) brick garage Other features side porch with Tuscan columns, turned balustrade and lattice base, Palladian window in front gable Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date March 1980 In Area no. E. Lonergan NHC Form no. 31B -66 Original owner (if known) ,.harles E. Childs Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: 3k.435 -P. 469. Northampton Directory: 1 Springfield Cafl1Re�ublican Jan. 3, 1910. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1890 Charles Childs bought this parcel of land from Henry Hinckley. This was part of the western end of Mr. Hinckley's homestead which was being cut through for an extension of Henshaw Ave. and the beginning of Crescent St. Crescent St. wrapped around the middle slopes of Round Hill, providing spectacular views of the Connecticut Valley to the east and north. It quickly became on of the most fashionable streets in city. This house features several pedimented gables, the one on the facade being graced with a large Palladian window. A one -story porch extends along the southern and eastern sides of the house. This porch has a hipped roof, Tuscan columns, turned balustrade and lattice base. In the rear of the house, facing Crescent St., is a brick garage, built for Mr. Childs in 1909 at a cost of $3000. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) •ent use 6. Recorded by 4 Crescent St. T. O'Donnell House Organization NHC March 1980 residence E,. Lonergan 37M 7 77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COi\1MISSION Office of the Secretary, State ]louse, Boston 4. 1\lap. Draw sketch of hu' idrng location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. 1ndi ate north.' +tes rf s r (over) 1 Nor thampton )urce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Architect Queen Anne Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less Date In Area no. For nu. 31B -67 x Approximate frontage and Joanne Date Date Chuslo Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Thomas M. O'Donnell Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This finely detailed, late 19th century house was built on a prominent corner site for Thomas O'Donnell, the keeper of a Main St. cigar store, restaurant and saloon. Crescent St. had been laid out in 1886, curving gracefully along the middle slopes of the eastern, northern and western sides of Round Hill. The street quickly became one of the most 'aristocratic" in the city. The house features a paneled frieze under the eaves, a two story bay window with polygonal roof on the eastern side, two pedimented gables with recessed semi circular openings on the facade and a front porch with turned posts and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 467 -P. 135, 4 65 -356, 394 -90 and 91. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. ress 154 St ate residence Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features clapboard 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviap. liraw sK etch 01 building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indiate north. (over) 'n Architect Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 31B -72 Northampton .uonergan NBC May 1980 7 and Aline Lavelle Daily Republican Date Date X Over one acre 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development residence Prank W. Cary Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases, Registry of Deeds: Bk, 387 -P, 227, Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96, Sprin8field Daily Jan, 1, 1887; P. 9. This house was built in 1886 for Frank W. Cary at a listed cost of $3500 (which seems rather low). Mr. Cary was co- proprieter of Kimball and Cary, Main St, dealers in coal, wood and drain tile. The house is well set back from the street, on a terraced slope, which give: it a commanding presence. Decorstive bargeboards, cut shingles and an ornate front porch are features that make this an attractive example of late 19th century craftsmanship. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION ;Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features clapboard small store 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indi;:ate north. T s v meant... W (over) gent owner Terrance and Aliner Level :rip 1873 -84 In Area no. >�orm nu. 31B -73 in rea a' entrance porch early 20th Altered Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E Lonergan Organization NHC Date May 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Henry Tha`ier Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This lot was originally part of the Henry Bowers estate, one of Northampton's finest .houses, designed by Ithiel Towne and built in l827. The house was located on Prospect St. and the grounds extended easterly to King St. At about the same time the New Haven Northampton canal was constructed. After crossing Main St., near the junction of EZm and Green Sts., the canal ran notth in a straight Zine to the intersection of King St. and Water St. (now Damon Rd.) and then along Slough Bror' to the Connecticut River. The canal opened in 1835 but the simultaneous development of railroads never allowed it to be profitable and it was closed in.1847. Over the next twenty -five years the canal was filled in and by 1.873 State St. was complete from Main St. northerly to Church St. This was predominantly residentially developed. The 1884 atlas shows -this house, and -lists -Henry Thayer, a clerk at a Main St. grocery, as the owner. The Z895 -96 directory also lists Mr. Thayer here, with his own grocery store in the rear of the house faci7-7 State St. The house is two and -a -half stories in height with aable end to the street. The raking cornice has plain bargeboards in the front, and is supported by a bracketed frieze on the sides. The State St. side has two wall gables, a, blind window frame and a one -story bay window. The windows have heavy molded cornices with those of the second floor on the facade being pedimented. There is a small entry porch with gable roof, plain posts and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 83l Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. Z873, 2884, 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1875 -76, 1885 -86, 1895 -96. b6 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 4. iviap. ',raw S keLeu ut in relation to nearest cross streets and buildings. Indicate north. SUMMER 55 (over) Date .ess e sent use ource hitect Other features 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Northam 24 Summer St. C. Heald House gent owner Lester and Joyce Brigham ;ription: c. 1860 Bracketed Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) rear addition Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: X One acre or less Approximate frontage residence Form no. 31B 76 Over one acre 90' �V U t Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC May 1980 Coot' 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Chazri,es Wald Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 6 9 Summer St. dates from the first third of the Z9th century, and served as a connect- or between King St. (which leads to Hatfield), and Prospect St. (the eastern route to :Iil Ziamsburg) The street was crossed by the New Haven ,Northampton canal, which was opened in l835. After only twelve years the canal was abandoned, and over the nextetwenty- fZve years was graduaZZy filled in and became State St. The Z854 map shows a house near this site, as does the Z860 map. In 2870 Henry Bright, owner of a Prospect St. estate with Zand viginally extending easterly to ?g St., sold this lot to Charles Heald for $2500. A cellar of a house is mentioned in the aed deed, but the price seems very high. Mr. Heald was a carpenter and either built the preset house or emodeZed ar older house on the site. By 2895 Mr. Heald had formed a partnership with William Pringle, and operated a planing and moulding mill on Center St. The house is two stories in height, with a flat roof, and rear eZZ. A projecting molded cornice is supported by ornate doubts brackets an a wide friezeboard. Between the brackets are decorated metal vents. The entrance is in the middle of the eastern side and is covered by a one story, hipped roof porch with bracketed cornice, cham- fered posts and cut -out pattern balustrade. A one -story bay window projects from the soutk ern end of this side. The windows aZZ have heavy molded cornices. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) i85Z Town Map. i85: and Z860 County Maps. :373, 1884 and 2895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds. Bk. 277 P. 57. ,Von hcurpton Directory: Z860 -61, Z868 -69, Z873 -74, Z895 -96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building rocauion in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. B2 S f l7t EST" DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 (over) ription: 6. Recorded by In Area no. Form no. Northampton ;ss King Street ent owner City of Northampton 1900 )urce August` s Gazette JAIei>_itect Gardner, Fyne Gardner Exterior wall fabric hrirk Outbuildings (describe) none Other features main section 45 X 57, drill shed 77 X 98; arched entrance; 2 corner turrets One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 81 feet Approximate distance of building from street 15 feet C. Dubie Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date July 1 '191 Arc( 1b /b MASS. HIST. COMM. r 7. Original owner (if known) Original use City of Northampton Armory Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political x 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Gardner, Pyne Gardner. The Springfield architectural partner- ship consisting of E. C. Gardner, his son, George C,, and George Pyne, formed in 1889. Gardner was a native of Ashfield who §egan to practice architecture in Florence in 1858. Gardner relocated in Springfield in 1870 after having designed a number of commercial buildings in Northampton. Although portions of several factory complexes designed by Gardner remain, only one residence (alater (1880) design on Elm Street) and the Armory in the downtown area survive in Northampton. An early work in Springfield, Gardner° s Trinity Church (1870) received mention in H. R. Hitchcock's volume of H, H, Rich rd on nd Hi. Times. 121 D Armory /Recreation center. vacant at present Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation The Armory building was built by the City in 1899 =1900 and purchased by the state in 1912. The structure served as a constab- ulary headquarters and as the barracks for various police and military groups. Recreational activities were also held at the Armory and an occasional civic event like an auto show in 1931 took advantage of the large interior space which the structure offered Fashioned entirely of brick, the two story building has a decidedly defensive character. Twin turrets terminating in battlements are the main features in the facade of the structure. To the rear, a functional and unadorned rectangular space, the drill hall is located. The Armory is now the first significant building which one encounters on entering the City from the north, the residential charm of King Street having long been erased by commercial development. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, August 28, 1900. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 2 EawARO5 ea 9a T (over) Northampton BSS 29 Edward's Square ent use residence ;ent owner Edward and Sophie Procon :ription: c. 1835 ource visual evidence hitect Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features corbelling under eaves, 2 tall interior chimney stacks, 6x6 windows, raked brick in gables. Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 10° 6. Recorded by Organization NHC Date March 1980 In Area no. Form no. 31B -82 E. Lonergan (c 1 Date mid 19th c. Date x Over one acre 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small brick house predates all others on Edwards Square. The street was laid out across the Breck and Whitney estates in 1898 by Charles Stevens, a local developer. The 1873 Atlas shows this house in the rear of the Breck house at the corner of King and Edwards (now North) Sts, It doesn't show on the earlier maps. However, stylistically the house seems to date from an earlier period, and is probably related to the Whitney house, a brick Greek Revival house which stood net south the corner house. Thus, the small house probably dates from the 1830's, The house is built of brick, one and -a -half stories in height and has brownstone sills. Two tall interior chimneys dominate the ridge of the gable roof. A small, central wall dormer breaks the roofline of the facade. Corbel tables are used under the eaves, while a row of raked brick delineates the side gable. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map, 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Early Northampton, 1914- photo opp, p, 80, FORM 13 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION' Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ent use .ent owner William and Alberta :ription: ounce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Queen Anne iitect S.D.R Arnold z in relation to nearest cross streets and clapboard and other buildings. Indicate north. GmS« i S -r DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Northampton Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 3-story corner tower. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 65' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization NHC Date In Area no. E. Lonergan March 1980 Form no. 31B -84 wood shingles 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Nicholas G. Hayes Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in 1892 for Nicholas G. IIayes at a cost of $8000. Mr. IIayes was the owner of a harness making and trunk retailing concern on Main St. Henshaw Ave had been extended northerly in 1886 along the sides of Round Hill, and later received the name of Crescent St., due to it almost complete encircling of the hill. The street provived fine vistas eastward and quickly became one of the most fashionable in town. During the early 20th century the house was owned and occupied by Richard Irwin a justice of the Superior Court. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories high and very ornately decorated with a variety of cut shingles. A three -story tower with slate roof and finial is located at the southern corner of the facade and a one -story porch with hipped roof, gabled entrance, turned posts and balustrade ocvers the entrance and tower. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 438 -P. 229.°• Northampton Directory: 1895-96, 1900, 1905, 1915, 1922. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 31, 1892. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 61 Henshaw Ave. C. Walker House ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas 2 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. Northampton in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date Other features 6. Recorded by Approximate frontage Organization In Area no. clapboard and Exterior wall fabric wood shingles Outbuildings (describe) C RE ST Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Form no. 31B -85 Gi3 7. Original owner (if known) Original Ls.. Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Charles W. and Edith Hodges Walker residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in 1909 for Charles and Edith Walker at an approximate cost of $6000. Mr Walker was in the insurance and real estate business with his father Oliver Walker. This portion of Henshaw Ave., north of no. 37 was opened in the late 1880°s through the Hinckley homestead, which was known as "The Manse" The house has a one -story clapboard base capped by a 1 and 1/2 story steeply- pitched ridge roof with unique ridge line. The line is recessed into the body of the house giving a jagged double line appearance. A large pedimented dormer breaks the front roof line and the roof slopes down enough in the fornt to enclose a recessed porch with stucco columns and b ase. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk.6 -P. 289, 580 -321 574 -129. Northampton Directory: 1905 and 1915. S.ringfield Daily Republican Jan. 3, 1910. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. map. Draw sxetcn 01 uutluing lueaLluu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date Northampton •ess sent use ;ription: In Area no. 4 Barrett Pl. residence Sent owner Ernst and Lory Wallfisch 1895-1915 ource Atlases Colonial Revival nrU nitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC March 1980 Form no. 31B -87 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Barrett Place was laid out in 1910 through a portion of H.R. Hinckley's estate (known as the Manse). It is a short dead -end street with eight houses. These are predominantly "Colonial" in character. The house appears on the 1915 atii.as and was the first to be built on the street. The first known owner and occupant was Howard Patch, an associate professor of English at Smith College, who was listed here in the 1922 and 1930 dire' }ry. The house is two stories tall with slate ridge roof and a sym- metrical five -bay facade. There are porches on either end of the house with the one on the southern end having a second story addition. The entrance is centrally located, has an arched hood supported by large brackets, and is flanked by sidelights. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 195 and 1915 Atlases. Fegistry of Deeds: 3k. 650 -1". 530 and 531. _■ortharipton Directory: 1915, 1922 and 1930. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston f. map. Lac-1.w in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. r3=3 (over) Northampton ess ;ent use ;ent owner ;ription: ource Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 31B -88 69-81 Prospect St. Prospect Apartments 1928 -30 residence Directory S.D.R. hitect Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features NHC Date x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan March 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use resider.ce Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large block of 32 apartments was built in 1928 -29 by Albert Gagnier at a cost of $128,000. Mr. Gagnier was a prominent apartment builder in the larger cities of the lower Valley: Springfield, Chicopee and Holyoke. The apartment block occupies the site of what was perhaps Northampton's finest piece of architecture: the Bowers House, a Greek Revival temple designed by Ithiel Towne and made famous by two views of Alexander Jackson Davis. Prospect St. runs along the lower slopes of Round Hill and offers fine vistas of the Connecticur River Valley spreading north and south, and the hills to the east. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Northampton Direcbory: 1922 and 1930. Northampton Building Dept. 1928 Permits. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate nort linvOiktilniAL DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M-2-75-R061465 S rf% rt E:i'L r ED FIE(' fltumeo n-O fin 5rkEE ED 6 1976 (over) MASS. HIST. COMM. Moved 5. Lot size: In Area no. Form no. Northampton 3SS 27 Bright Street Ge4trage nt use Residenoe One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Date 65 feet 3nt owner Gerald Fern Langlais 7iptiOn: 1881-1885 Daily Hampshire Gazette urce 1/23/1883; 5/15/83; 6/17/84 Stick Style Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric wooden shingl PS Outbuildings (describe) nOne Other features steep sloped roof with gabled dormer shed dormers; rich porch balustrade, paired chimneys Altered no Date no Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dilbie Organization Northampton Historical Commi ssion Date Aligns 1, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence arkPA* M t co Re idence (rental property) 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) a Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Parker R. Whitcomb purchased a large tract of land known as the Bright Estate from Dr0 Blodgett about 18810 Whitcomb proceeded to erect a number of cottages on the property after having opened "Bright Street`; through the center of the tract. By January 1883, Whitcomb had erected several cottages and planned to build others; in June, 1884 a total of nine cottages had been built along the new street. Whitcomb retained the properties until just after the turn of the century; in 1904 he sold ;r27 known as lot #5 in his plan book 551 page 131) to Mary C. McGrat..© The design of this cottage in many ways anticipates the design, in the early twentieth century, of bungalow residences. Although containing two full stories, the facade with its expanse of roof indicates a single full story and an area beneath the eaves enlarged by the central dormer. The stick style device of the framed gable is pominent in the dormer and also exhibited in the turned supports of the porch. Some scalloped shingles appear in the gable. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, January 23, 1833; May 15, 1883; June 17,,1884; December 8 1885. Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 551,131,.575.117© FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. 1\iap. .craw in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric wood. shingles 37M -7 -77 (over ess 59 Henshaw Ave. e ;ent use residence sent owner Joseph and Geraldine Perez :ription: ource Reg of Deeds and Atlas hitect Other features swept dormers, gambrel roof with recessed windows in lower slope,; front porch with gabled entrance. Date Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Northampton 1909 NHC Date March 1980 In Area no. 31B -98 60' Form no. 1 7 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Themes (check as many as Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development an the upper slope ject widely in the by a bay window on window are covered columns, Charles H. Bowker applicable) residence Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk.6 -P. 56, 580 -321, 574 -129. Northampton Directory: 1915 and 1930. S.ringfield Daily Republican Jan 3, 1910. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in 1909 for Charles Bowker at an imate cost of $6000. Mr. Bowker was the proprietor of the Draper Storage Co., located in the rear of the Draper Hotel, and treasurer of the New England Hotel Assn. This portion of Henshaw Ave., north of no. 37 was opened in the late 1880's through the Hinckley homestead, known as "The Manse" The house features a gambrel roof with three swept windows and five recessed windows on the lower slope. The gambrel pro foont and the first floor consists of a central entrance flanked the north and triple window on the south. The entrance and triple by a porch with projecting, gabled entrance supported by Tuscan 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston t Map. Lir a At'eteLi Vt OULLULug 1.1 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. G wsT u Q (over) Northampton Bess sent use residence Sent owner Eleanor Mensel 3ription: ource ri hitect In Area no. 12 Barrett Pt. 1922 -30 Directories Colonial Revival Form no. 31B -100 Exterior wall fabricc lapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features "saltbox" form, 2nd story overhang with pendants. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date NHC March 1980 E. Lonergan 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural A Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Barrett Place was laid out in 1910 through a portion of the Hinckley estate, known as the "Manse This short, dead -end street has eight houses, most of which are in the "Colonail" manner and were built in the 1920's. This house was built during the 1920's with the first known owner being Suzan Benedict, a professor of Mathmatics at Smith College. It is a re- production of a "Garrison" house and features an overhanging second story with pendants. The ridge roof slopes down in the rear to give the house a "saltbox" shape, and the windows have plain surrounds and eight over eight sashes. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1915 Atlas. Northampton Directory: 1922 and 1930. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 C..r.eS(.�i Recorded by Organization Date -h Tr arch 1980 SvMI►it .Q E. Lonergan T nwn n cross streets and otner Dullulii6� or geographical features. Indicate north. Name J. Pickett ?rouse Zip: Private individual Private organization Style Architect 1Karl Putnam Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Torthampton stucco Major alterations (with dates) Area Form no. 318 -102 Moved Date one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The smccth facade, openings with minimal surrounds and short tile roof set this early 20th century house apart from the predom- inantly "Colonially" inspired streetscape of Round Fill. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1915 Atlas, i?ortharpton Directory: 1922 -30 Northampton Fuilding Dept,: 1928 Permits D Hampshire G Dec, 9, 1978 Putnam was "orthamnton's most prominent architect of the first half of the 2)th century. The son of Roswell Fe Putn an, a well known architect of the turn of the century, Farl is mostly known for hi "2ol onial" work, °r. Putna m taught architecture at College for over forty years. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This house was built in 1929 for Joseph Fickett at a cost of 20,000. '`r Pickett was the president and treasurer of the Northamntol Corn^iercial College, an institution founded in the 1890's by his father, The College trained and furnished stenographers and office assistants, and served as an agencg for the sales, rental and repair of typewl )ers and addinc7 machines, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 `t... ivui(i. 1Ji' 2LW: AKCleii vi Uuliuuls LJ 0.IL'JL in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 'ess 141 State St. e sent use Other features In Area no. Northampton sent owner John and Mary Guilfoil ;ription: 1882 -84 Reg. of Deeds and Atlas ource Wm. F. Pratt and Son rl� �zitect vinyl siding Exterior wall fabr Outbuildings (describe) sided Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: X One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date May 1980 residence Form no. 31B -104 mid 20th c. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Parker R. Uh ttcomb residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of eight houses huilt from desiens of William F. Pratt and. Son in the early 1880's for Parker Whitcomb. Mr. Whitco ••:b had pur- chased land on the eastern side of State St. from Prof, Benjamin Blodgett. Together the two opened Bright St between King St. and State St. 'Mr. Whitcomb retained ownership of the_houses after they were huilt and leased them to tenants. unfortunately, "everal of them have been sides out the basic from remains. This house forms a pair with the house on the corner of State St. and Bright St. Both houses are two stories height, L- shaped, with one and -a -half story rear ells. They have slate roofs, tall chimney stacks and polygonally roofed, two -story bay windows projedting from the ends of each leg of the L. la/ 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 370 -P. 345, 367 -85, 385 -31. Leading "4anufacturer7 and ^ferchants of Central and Western 'lass (1886 p. 303. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ie_- �tt r in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) .ess e ;ent use ;ent owner North Hatfield Realty Inc. ;ription: 1882 -84 ource iitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NBC Date In Area no. Form no. 31B -105 Northampton 33 Bright St. residence Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Wm. F. Pratt and son sided Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size. X One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street May 1980 asphalt siding Date (1 mid 20th c. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Parker R. Whitcomb residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of eight houses built from designs of William F. Pratt and Son in the early 1880's for Parker Whitcomb. Mr. Whitcomb and Prof-. Benjamin Blodgett collaborated and opening on Bright St. between King St. and State St. in 1882. Over the next two years Mr. Whitcomb had two houses built on either side of the western end of Bright St. and Foul houses on State St. He retained ownership of the houses after they were built and leaned them to tenants. This house is two- and -a -half stories in height with hipped gables to either side. The facade is three bays wide with the central bay consisting of a two- and -a -half story gabled projection. This has the entrance and a small entrance and a small entry porch. The front gable has arched bargeboards hupported by double brackets and an oculus within, while the side gables have "Palladian" windows. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, 0. early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. gistry of Deds: Bk. 370 -P. 345, 367 -85, 385 -31. 7- FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date Draw map showing property's DESCRIPTION: location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings Date 1932 or geographical features. Indicate north. NHC July 1980 Original owner (Staple additional sheets here) Town Address Style Setting Present Northampton 125 King St. Area Form no. 31B -115 Historic Name St. Valentine Polish Nat'l Use: Original church Church church Ownership: [D Private individual polish Nat'l Private organization Catholic Church Public Source History of St. Valentine... Gothic Revival Architect H.J. Tossier Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Rectory 1936 Major alterations with dates) Red Brick Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) see below HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) The St. Valentine Polish National Church was built in 1932 and stands on the site of the homestead of Rev. Jonathan Edwards, third preacher of the First Congregational Church. The red bricked, butressed. exterior contains a tower form within its facade which has a centered,_painted, arched portal, Gothic niche containing saint's statues and louvered Gotc arch forms topping the tow.er which is crowned by a conical spire, Colc 1d, leaded Gothic windows flank the entry portal. The interior is basically a basilica form with the barrel vaulted ceilings repeated in the aisle ceilings. The arch.forms which frame the chancel apse and alter backdrop repeat the triple -arch forms of the barrel ceilings. The interior is painted plaster with the Gothic windows of leaded colored glass having naissair painted trim accenting the style. There are two small,painted and carved chapel alters beside the chancel apse. Entry ways flank each side aisle. The main alter, of marble, is framed by a car— ved, niched altar backdrop. The pees are of dark oak. Original plans of the church are at the rectory. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Daily Hampshire Gazette 12/11/1971. History of St. Valentine's Polish National Catholic Church, by Frances Kaminski. Blueprints: at Church rectory. 20M -2/80 377 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) i Northampton ess :ent use residence Sent owner Lawrence and Karen ;ription: ource Req. of Deeds and Atlas hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less In Area no. Form no. 31B -118 Organization NHC 15 Edward's Square 1898 -1915 Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Date March 1980 Dandurand clapboard Other features 2-story corner tower capped by pyramidal roof with finial, perforated bargeboard trim, front porch Date Date x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 8° C�Z 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) During the 1890's Charles Stevens bought the Whitney estate on King St. In 1898 he filed a subdivision plan for Edwards Squre. This short, L- sha street was named after Jonathan Edwards, the famous Northampton theologian of the mid 18th century, who maintained a homestead on King St. on this site. Edwards Square has about ten houses, of which this is the most interesting architecturally. Two and one -half stories high, with gable end to the street, the house has cross gables on each side and a two story corner tower capped by a pyramidal roof and finial. The tower roof has a triangular dormer and bracketed cornice. Perforated bargeboards trim the front gable, and a one -story porch extends across the front. The porch is cornposed of posts, patterned frieze, ornate cut -out brackets and a balustrade. During the early 20th century Louis Young, a Main St, barber, is listed as living here. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1922, 1915 and 1905. �,2 :ess 57 Henshaw Ave. :ent use :ent owner John and Janet roettiger :ription: )urce per. of reeds and Atlas Colonial '.evival Y. and E. Miss House 1892 95 residence 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston r. iviap. Draw SKetcn 01 omitting location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) In Area no. Form no. 31B -123 Other featuretauted Ionic; corner pilasters, festooned frieze, 2— story bay with polygonal` Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date F Loner ^an" ITHC ?:.arch 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Maria and Emma Bliss residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 452 -P. 10, 451 -465. Northampton Directory: 18 95 -96. P. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house appears to have been built between 1892 and 1895 for the Misses Maria and EmmaBlisse In the latter part of the 1880's Henshaw Ave. had been extended northwards, and became Crescent St., which cut along the middle slopes of Round Hill. This soon became one of the most "aristocratic" street in the city. The house is two, stories in height with hipped roof. A fest- ooned frieze encircles the house beneath the cornice and fluted Ionic pilasters are used at the corners. The Henshaw Ave. face of the house features a two story bay window with polygonal roof and decorated panels, while the main entrance is located on the southern side. The entrance, with sidelights and Ionic pilasters, faces front from a one -story projection and is civered y a with flat roof and fluted Ionic posts Architectural `reason for inventorying: style- history -age Windows: Spacing: Regular /Irregular Identical /Varied For N Rear Style 18th C. Colonial front Source of date Town records Architect SEE REVERSE SIDE RTNAMPTfIN ress 5)1 Prospect Street ;final present home- now is ■wner Manse, Inc. )ublic no unl:ew r_ 21G-127 1 nmon Stoddard House "The Ma.nsen OR part of Area 3, CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added 4. DESCRIPTION UNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material brick WALL COVER: Wood Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed PORCHES: 1 2_ 3 4 PORTICOfront doer and %irony side door FACADE: Gable end: Front /side Ornament Entrance: Sicle Front: Center /Side Details: pediment and cnli ns Corners: in Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards 5. Indicate location of building in relation to 6. Footage of structure from street 11)0 nearest cross streets and other buildings Property has 300 feet frontage on street 4ii�lsl �rr l Recorder Miriam E. Peters /1 a Cs 70?, il5 Photo Date 1970 indowo re.ce■ (7D-, RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1, Outbuildings Garden hour.e originally Landscape Features: Agriculture Open V /ooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominant features Pon"' ore i:irii tple h €U«e __garden Landscape architect 3, Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom. Venetian Gothic Man,3ard llichardsonian Modern Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OF SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) Art Murals depicting hisbory of the house by Prof. Oliver Larkin of Smith College Government- Col John Stoddard (2nd owner of the house) was sent to Canada to negotiate the return of Deerfield captives which he did successfully. He was 16 times elected to the General Court and called by Trumbull "History of Northampton "one of the five great leaders in shapirg the affairs of Western Massachusetts." Dr© Benjamin Barrett who owned the house from 18I03 1889 was a member of the House of ''epresentatives and the State Senate. Literature Dr, Josiah G. Holland, a protege of Dr© Benjamin Barretti lived in the house;for17 years he was editor of the Springfield Republican and founded Scribner's Laga He wrote several novels and biographies includinf "Katherine 'History of Western iaassachnsotts and a "Life of Abraham Lincoln". He was an intimate friend of Emily Dickinson Religion The Manse was built by Solomon Stoddard in 168h. He was the 2nd minister of:orthamptono During the 60 years he served as minister his was the dominant influence in the town. His €grandson, Jonathan Edwards, lived in the house also. "The profoundest thinker in 18th century America" a "world famous theologian and BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE philosopher" Trumbull, History of 1'orthampton "Northampton, the Meado;. City" The Hampshire History (196h) "Celebrating 300 Years of Hampshire County, Massachusetts" "The Northampton Hook (195h) Chapters from 300 years in the life of a New England Town 165. -195. Form B. 10M•6 -71 -049688 Town Records Articles in the Hampshire Gazette July 25 191.0 (and others) RESTRICTIONS )riginal Owner. Solomon Stoddard Deed Information: Book Number Page Registry of Deeds 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston f. Map. LL"aW c ur eWtt vt .ruaiuua6 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. a (over) BSS 6. Recorded by In Area no. Form no. 31B -129 Northampton 57 Prospect St. H. Kimball House ent use residence ent owner Phillip and Susanne ription: Naegele 1873 -84 )urce Atlases __Atect Wm. F. Pratt and son. Exterior wall fabric wood shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features 3 -story front porch with ornate trim, bracketed cornice, 2 -story side bay. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Organization NHC Date March 1980 E. Lonergan 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Henry A. Kimball residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in the early 1880's for Henry Kimball, co- owner of the Kimball and Cary Co., dealers in coal and wood. Mr. Kimball also served two terms as meyor of Northampton during the mid 1890's. The house is from designs of Wm. F. Pratt and Bon. Wm. F. Pratt was Northampton's most prominent architect.of thF mid 19th century. He was the son of Thomas Pratt, a master carpenter, and began his own business in 1835. He is responsible for the majority of Northampton's fine Victorian commercial blocks, and designed many local residences. In 1882 Wm. F. Pratt Jr. joined the firm, which continued until the early 1890's. At that time the business was sold out. The son continued as an architect, but never had the impact his father die on the local environment. The house is two stories in height with slate hipped roof and projecting cornice supported by a bracketed frieze. The three -bay facade has a central entrance with sidelights, which is covered by a three -story porch. The porch builds upthrough the well placed architectural elements to a third floor gable with central trefoil- arched opening. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 188 and 1895 Atlases, Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96. Leading Manufacturer and Merchants of Central and Western Mass., 1886, p. 303. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric stucco Northampton 55 Prospect St. R. Holmes House Outbuildings (describe) 1 -story garage (over) T r vn 3ss ription: Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by ent owner Myra Sampson and Esther Organization In Area no. 1908 Date March 1980 Date Date x Over one acre E. Lonergan NHC Form no. 31B -131 Ca: Carpenter 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce C ommunication Community development x Miss Rebecca Holmes residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Direcotry: 1905, 1915, 1922 and 1930. ^ringfield Daily 9e•ublican Dec. 28, 1908. (1 1 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built for Rebecca Holmes, and assiciate professor of Music at Smith College in 1908 at a cost of $6500. The smooth facade, use of windows inbands and crisp outline all mark this house as an early 20th century attempt at farmalism in a non Classical manner. The two -story house has a simple projecting cornice topped by a parapet. The facade has five double windows capped by leaded transoms on the second floor, and a recessed entrance with fluted columns setting off the sidelights, and a band of five windows on the first floor. All of the windows on the house have projecting sills. An ornate wrought'iron fence surrounds the property and there is a particulal fancy entrance gate. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston "f. iviap. Draw LI;II V1;vuiluaub .vv in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess Date i Northampton ,ent use ;ription: Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no. 31B -132 51 Prospect St. Approximate frontage residence ;ent owner John and Shirley X March 1980 Yuscavage early 19th c.; c. 1900, ource Maps and visual evidenge _hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Date Date Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention I.idustry Social/ lilitary humanitarian ?olitical Transportation 9: Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Prospect St. appears on the first map of Northampton, dated 1794, as a loop around the eastern side of Round Hill. It connected on the north and south with the Stage Road from Northampton westwards (now known as Elm St.). The second map of the town dated 1831 shows a house on this site, identified on subsequent maps of the 19th century as the Wright homestead. Directories from 1360 to 1885 list William K. Wright, a piano tuner, at this address. This house probably dates from the early 19th century and was extensively remodeled around 1900. The Prospect St. end of the house is two bays wide and pedimented with modillions supporting the cornice. The tympanum has a stylized Palladian for with louvered side forms and tall central window. The southern side of the house is three bays vide and has a__ central, pedimented portico with Doric columns. The entrance projects slightly and ".:as sidelights, and is covered by a semi circular balcony. On either side is a Trench window. The other windows in the house have plain surrounds and six over six sashes. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 17 and 131 Town 1'7,'• and 1.. v n and 17 )5 .ytlaJes. ..cr l.amp.nn Directory: _v;, -M, 1..7 -76, 1303 -C9, i C3 -61. O. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1 1Vla1J. LiaVV one. vi v' �....A.Vb in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Northampton Wm. F. Pratt and son sided Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size One acre or less x Over Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street (over) Exterior wall' fabric Outbuildings (describe) L shaped with polygonally Other features roofed, 2 -story bay windows at end of each gabled side. 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date May 1980 In Area no. Form no. 31B -136 Deeds and Atlas shingles Cz9 mid 20th c. one acre t1 y 7. Original owner (if known) Parker c Original use Residence (rented) 16; Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Parker R. Whitcomb purchased a large tract of land known as the Bright Estate(between State and King Streets) from Blodgett about 1881© Whitcomb proceeded to erect a number of cottages on the property after having opened "Bright StreetC° through the center of the tract© In January, 1883 the Gazette commented that Whitcomb planned to build two more cottages et the corner of State and Bright Streets by May he was erecting his sixth house on the property; by June 1884 a total of nine cottages were rented or in process of erection on the tract of land® C. Ho Jones, local painter and architect also built three houses on the new Street in 1885 The neighborhood was rapidly developed (as was adjoining property on State Street where a series of brick dwellings were constructed at this time) and the dwelling were popular as a result of their proximity to the c ter of North a ton® One of several stylistically coherent cottages, this cottage on State Street i.s a modest Stick Style® The south and st facades present thoroughly different aspects of the structure© While the sties are very narrow and tall they are controlled by the framing of the gable ends in the south facade and by the extension of the roofline beyond the bay in the west facade® The horizontal is also emphasized by the break in the clapboard surface at the level of the second story© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, January 23, 1883; May 15,1883; June 17,1884; f cember 8 1885 Registry of ids, shire Gounty 5510 131 579 1110 7 Original owner (if known) P a r k e r R W h i t c o m b Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1881 and 1882 Parker Whitcomb bouwht land on the east side of State St. from Benjamin Blodgett. Professor Blodgett owned the Bowers House on Prospect St. and the original grounds extended easterly to King St. Whitcomb and Blodgett agreed to each open half a street, copnecting King St. and State St., to be called Bright St. Yr Whitcomb owned the half nearest State St., and between 1882 and 1884 had eight houses built ;on Bright St. and State St. The Whitcomb family maintained ownership of these houses into the 20th century, leasing theta to tenants. The designs for the houses were by :William F. Pratt and Son. !William F. Pratt was Northampton's most prominent and prolific architect of the mid 19th century. He began working with his father, Thomas Pratt, in the early 1830's, and through the years designed many fine residences and commercial buildings in this area. A large portion of Northampton's gain Street was built from designs of Mr. Pratt. In 1882 his son, William F. Pratt Jr., was made a partner, and it's possible that he was responsible for the design of these houses. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 168 and 1895 Atlaes. (?egistry of Deeds: Bk. 370 -P. 345, 367 -85, 385 -31. Leading Manufacturers and Merchants of Centr3L an•1 'Western mass. (1886) p. 303. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary. State House. Roston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. "`Indicate north. V 14, ✓Bry1 Ire (ilt 20M -5- 73-075074 50Mn?67Z. 5rr- r Z3f f6-j r 51 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Northampton ess ription: urce In Area no. Form no. 3 1Q 137 32 Bright Street -€stage' ent use Residence ent owner James Shaughnessy 1881 ®1885 Daily Hampshire Gazette 1/23/1883; 5/15/1883; 6/17/84 Stick style Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric wood boards shingle Outbuildings (describe) none Other features sloping roof with dormer; interior chimneys; framing and shingling in gable ends Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 70 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 fppt 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Commission Date Ai, s l9 II. Northampton Wistori c'al APR 5 1975 MASS. HIST. COMM. .J 7. Ori ov.nor (if know Original use 8 Themes (check as many as applicable) Parker R. Whitcomb Re_sldPnc'p (rental prnr L Subsequent uses (if any) and dates _____Resi _dente Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural _g Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 3/73 G o 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Parker R. Whitcomb purchased a large tract of land known as the Bright Estate from Dr. Blodgett about 1831. Whitcomb proceeded to erect a number of cottages on the property. By ,Jaunuary 1883 Whitcomb had built several cottages on "Bright Street" and planned to build others; in June 184 a total of nine cottages had been built along the new street. Whitcomb rented the dwellings whose style and proximity to the center of Northampton made them popular; residential development of the section of State Street south of Summer Street to Main occurred at this time, with brick and wooden single family homes predominating. ?-:hitcomb retained the cottages in Bright Street until the early 1900's; in 1905 he sold #32, known as lot #3, to Charles Chesney. This cottage is one of three exhibiting characteristics of both stick and shingle styles© The transitional styling features elements of the stick style like framing of gables and the articulation of structural elements in the wall surface. Elements of the Queen Anne are also present: the moreplacid massing of the structure and the sweeping roof surfaces which enclose porch spaces and enclude them in the body of the house© Shingling is a prominent decorative element but is confined within gables or small panels and does not flow across wall surfaces as in later fully developed shingle style works. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, Jaunuary 23,1833; May 15, 1883 June 17, 1884; December 8, 1885. Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 551, 131, 600.252. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map.. in relation to nearest cross su other buildings. Indicate nort ✓0 14144 i 5Qr r" E 72_ 0 lq ogicri -T 5r. -rlZU rvi 13 u 41 R b O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant HC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 (over) 1. Town Northampton ;s wall fabric wood boards shingle framing Outbuildings (describe) none Other features sloping roof with dormer; interior chimneys, and shingling in gable ends Altered no Date Moved no Date One acre or less g Over one acre Approximate frontage 70 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by Organization Commission Date In Area no. Form no. 3 1S3 I3B 1881- 1885 Daily Hampshire Gazette 1/23/1883; 5/15/83; 6/17/84 C. Dubi A •_Ui. a Ed i E .i APR 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM,, 7. Original owner (if known) Parker Whitcomb Original use Residence (rented) Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Parker R. Whitcomb purchased a large tract of land known as the Bright Estate(between State and King Streets) from Dr. Blodgett about 1881© Whitcomb proceeded to erect a number of cottages on the property after having opened 0 °Bright Street" through the center of the tract. In January, 1883 the Gazette commented that Whitcomb planned to build "two more cottages at the corner of State and Bright Streets;" by May he was recting his sixth house on the property; by June 1884, a total of nine cottages were rented or in process of erection on the tract of land. C. Ho Jones, local painter and architect, also built three houses on the new t treet in 1885. The neighborhood was rapidly developed (as was adjoining property on State Street where a series of brick dwellings were constructed at this time) and the dwelling were popular as a result of their proximity to the center of Northampton. One of several stylistically coherent cottages, this cottage on State Street is a dest Stick Style. The south and st facades present thoroughly different aspects of the structure. While the masses are very nar w and tall they are controlled by the framing of the gable ends in the south facade and by the extension of the roofline beyond the bay in the west facade. The horizontal is also emphasized by the break in the clapboard surface at the level of the second story, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as Local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, January 23, 1883; May 15,1883; June 17,1884; December 8, 1885. Registry of Deeds, shire 'roe. ty, 551.131, 579.111. 7. Or•igina] ov (if Lnov,.n) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Rest dence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development P 12 ker_1ii11GQiab_-- Rosi cien_c� (rental property) Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Parker Whitcomb purchased a large tract of land known as the Bright Estate from Dr. Blodgett about 18810 Whitcomb proceeded to erect a number of cottages on the property after .having opened "Bright Street,& through the center of the tract. By January 1883, Whitcomb had erected several cottages ,and planned to build others; in June, 1884 a total of nine cottages had been built along the new street. Whitcomb retained the properties until just after the turn of the century; in 1901 he sold #28, known as lot #4 in his plan (book 551, page 131) to Patrick E. Powers. This cottage is one of three exhibiting characteristics of both the stick and shingle /Queen Anne styles. The transitional styling features elements of the stick style like framing of gables and the articulation of structural elements in the wall surface. Elements of the Queen Anne are also present: the more placid massing of the structure and the sweeping roof surfaces 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, January 23, 1883; May 15, 1883; June 17, 1884; December 8, 1885. Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 551.131, 551.345. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary. State House_ Roston n Northampton .ess 170 192 King Street Registry of Deeds, 378.393 4. Map. Draw sketch of building'" location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. "Indicate north. $Rir tszr ref MEET O' NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant HC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 (over) Architect unknown Other features 2 stories; flat roof with deep bracketed overhang; "interior chimneys; porch Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Commission Date nn In Area no. Form no. 31B-144 Date no Date x Over one acre October 15, 1975 ent; owner Georgiana Daup hi nai s ription: Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet Northampton Historical RECD'i D APR 5 1976 MASS, HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) Medad Landry Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural If Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9.. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This bracketed style two family dwelling was erected on the corner of King and Bright Streets in 1883. Benjamin Blodgett, owner of a large tract of land between State and King Streets, sold the parcel of land to Medad Landry in 1883 for $900. The Atlas in 1884 showed a dwelling had been erected on the site. The bracketed style had been replaced by the stick and Queen Anne styles by this time, making the residence a bit outdated in its architecture. The dwelling is a cubic mass capped with flat overhanging roof and prominent brackets. Wall surfaces are broken by evenly spaced bays which carry neither the pediments nor bracketed moldings common in the bracketed style. A porch supported by typical stick style members extends the length of the ground floor. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 889.149 378.393. Atlas of Northampton, 1884 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. IT 5M 2 75 R061465 MHC Photo no. 5(7 ,/6-f 5 f]Z.E"T TRumeuLL o DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant ove 197 5 HIST, comm. ss nt use iption: Architect Organization E"CE Commission l V E.0 Date Northampton 131 State Street Cottage Residence X35 In Area no. Form no. 31t3-147 nt owner Norma Lena 1883 -84 Daily Hampshire Gazette rce 1/23/1883; 5/15/83; 6/17/84 Stick Style unknown Exterior wall fabric thin clapboards, vertical boards in gable Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 2 story bay, front; low pircked roof; gable ends pavpg hra- ket-ed. Altered porch later Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage f ramp d; x Over one acre 68 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet C. Dubie 6. Recorded by July 1, 1975 c iJniniun]il (ev'€ ]14)tnent. Conservation __xpiorati on 1r usiry A4 iiihary Political H_storical s. r1ifica! ce lit elude explanation of themes checked above) Recreation tieligion Science/ ir,vertior Social;' humanitarian Transpor'ation Parker Whitcomb purchased a large tract of land known as the Sri2ht Lstate(between State and lint' Streets) from Dr. Blodgett about 1881. Whitcomb proceeded to erect a number or cottages on the property after raving opened "Eric Street through the center of the tract. In January, 1883 the Gazette commented that Whitcomb planned to build "two more cottages at ehe corner of State and Bright Streets; 1t by May he was erecting his sixth house on the property; by June 1884, a total of nine co_t2 es Were rented or is process of erection on trip tract of land. C. .ion'=s, local painter and architect, also built three houses on the new ¢;treat in 1585. i' ie neighborhood was rapidly developed (as was adjoining property on State Street where a series-of brick dwellings were constructed at this time) and the dwelling were popular as a result of their proximity to the center of l ortrarrroton© One of several stylistically coherent cottages, this cottage on State Street is a modest Stick Style. The south and aest facades present thoroughly different aspects of the structure© :Wile the masses are very narrow and tall they are controlled by the framing of the gable ends in the south facade and by the e%ter sion of the roofline beyond the bay in the west facade© The hc is also emphasized by the break in the clapboard surface at the level of the second story. 10. Bibliography :end "or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, January 23, 1883; May 15,1883; June 17,1834; December 8, 1885. Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 551.131, 579.111. 371" -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Y. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess 125 State St. e ;ent use Northampton D.B. Whitcomb House gent owner The American National ;ription: 1881 84 offices ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 31B -148 May 1980 clapboard E. Lonergan NHC Red Cross L3 c :3 7. Original owner (if known) David B. Whitcomb Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1881 David Whitcomb bought this 1 acre lot for $600. Mr. Whitcomb was a painter and had a company with his brother Waldo on Gothic St. Their father owned the large house just south of this house on the corner of Park St. (now Trumbull Rd.),and another member of the family_, probably a brother, Parker Whitcomb, developed Bright St. with cottages. This house first appears on the 1884 atlas and is two and -a half stories tall with gable end to the street and a two- and -a -half story gabled projection on the northern side. The front gable has a round headed two over two sash window within. A pedimented hood on small, ornate brackets shelters the front entrance and there is a one -story bay window on the southern side of the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 367 -P.83. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. IA) UQ Yl 1 1 yp I Y B R fkr 1 MHC Photo no. 5712 E LT Tr ur'-13vLu Rs) hi 5 e V) DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant Moved 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Northa Commi s Date March In Area no. Form rzo. 31-P No rthamp ton Residence Funeral Greek Revival /Mansard Exterior wall fabric stucco ed bri ck Outbuildings (describe) none earlier portion- 5 bays, Other features ridge roof, end chimneys later portion- 5 bays, mansard with dormers; interior chimneys. Altered poste co chere Date no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 150 feet Approximate distance of building from street 25 feet ton Hi stori cal c (over) APR 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM, 7. Original owner (if known) D. H. Whitcomb Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates guneral Home 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Whitcomb family owned this parcel of land and land near it throughout the nineteenth century. David B. Whitcomb purchased, for $300, a tract of land running from King Street to the Hampshire and Hampden Canal, in November of 1829. The canal ran along what is now State Street. In the second half of the century, members of the Whitcomb family held title to the ''one acre with buildings on Park Street. The homestead includes two structures dating from the nineteenth century. Located. closest to the intersection of State Street and Trumbull Road is a two story brick structure with ridge roof, stone window lintels and paired end chimneys. The width of the lintels and entranceway details indicate that this portion of the homestead dates from the 1830 s or 1840' s. A second mass of equal size is joined to the earlier structure. The later portion, also of brick, is capped by a stiff mansard roof from which dormers project© (It is likely that the earlier portion acquired its dormers at this period as well.) Fenestration in the 1880 s addition is less regular but the size and shape of the windows are consistent throughout. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 61.462, 232. 164. 37m-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4i;) 14 (over) ess 19 Trumbull Rd. ent use ent owner William McCarthy Tipton: 1891 -95 4. map. Lrdw UL uuiLUau nitect in relation to nearest cross streets and clapboard and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fahricwood shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Form no. 31B -150 Northampton J. Manning House residence Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E, Lonergan Organization 1` H C Date May 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) John and Mary Manning_ residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house froms a complementary pair with the house next east (no. 17). Both houses feature corner towers with flaring pyramidal roofs, slate hipped roofs with front and side gabled projections, decoratively -cut shingles and two -story front porches with Tuscan columns. This house has the entire second floor and upper gables clad in fish scale shingles, and the front porch has an elaborate cut -out balustrade. Both of these houses were constructed between 1891 and 1895 on the front part of the old Abell homestead. Mr Manning was employed as a printer by the Gazette Printing Co. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Altases. Registry of Deeds: Bk.443 -P. 131. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1922. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Deeds 37M-7 -77 1VLCLIJ• LL a. VV V., by as V.I. 1 ...a..:. d.. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Cl (over) 1 .ess e aent use In Area no. Form no. 31B -150 -E Northampton 15 and 15A Park Ave. Asahel S. Abell Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved from Trumbull RdDate c. 1895 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan, Organization NHC Date May 1980 (3f` 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) AsaheZ S. Abell residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural ;x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In Z839 AsaheZ AbeZZ bought 3/4 of an acre on Lyman's Lane (later Park St., now Trumbull Rd.) for x $400. Mr. Abell was listed as an architect on the deed, but in aZZ directory listings is refered to as a carpenter. He and his brother Ansel -Abell operated a combonation saw and planing miZZ on lower PZeasant St. during the 1840's. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z83Z Town Map. Z854 and Z860 County Maps. Z873, Z884 and 1895 AZtases, Registry of Deeds: Bk. 256 -P. 72, 234 -389, 86 -22. Northampton Directory: Z860 -6Z, Z868 -69, 1873 -74, Z885 -86, Z895 -96. :3 7 This house was built as Mr. Abell's residence, and he seems to have lived here until his death c. Z880. His widow, Wealthy AbeZZ continued here until the early 1890's. After her death, Porter Underwood, the owner of the property since Z866 when Hampshire Superior Court had set off the premises from Mr. AbeZZ to settle a claim, aad the house moved to the rear of the property and sold the Park St. frontage as two building Zots. The original portion of the house is one and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street. The first floor of the facade has a side entrance and two full length windows. A one -story porch with chamfered posts on pedestals and balu- strade extends across the facade. A large wing exists in the western side (Z5A). This is probably an enlargement of an original side eZZ to the main house, done when the house was moved. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sKetcn oI 5uiia ing location in relation to nearest' cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. TN (over) i •ess e ;ent use tent owner :ription: 1854 -60 Durce Arc nitect In Area no. Form no. 31B -150 -B Northampton 23 Park Ave. Maps residence William McCarthy Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date May 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political Asaiwi S. AbeZZ Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) AsaheZ S. Abell, a local carpenter, acquired 3/4 of an acre on Lyman's Lane (later Park St., now Trumbull Rd.) in 2839, and constructed his residence (now Z5 Park Ave.) soon thereafter. The 1854 map shows his residence fronting on Park St., but no building in the rear. The 2860 map shows a structure behind his residence, and the Z873 atlas gives the building outline, which corresponds to this house. Mr. AbeZZ Zost title to his property in an 2866 County Supi'eme"Caz2rtaction, but continued residing in his house untiZhis death c. 2880. After his widow's death in the early Z890's. Porter Underwood, the owner of the property, had the Abell's house moved to the rear of the Zot, east of this house. He then sold the Park St. frontage for two building Zots. The original rear structure was probably used for tenements, though the garage doors on the eastern end of the facade are unusual. This is a simple two story frame structure, with slate gable roof and six over six sash windows. A one -story eZZ projects from the western end of the facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z854 and Z860 County Maps. 1873, Z884 and Z895 AZases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 256 -P. 72, 234 -389, 86 -22. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1Vlap. L i CL VV in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M-7 -77 (over) Date ess 17 Trumbull Rd. Exterior wall fabric 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no. 31B -151 Northampton P Toohey House residence sent owner Harold and Emily Asher :ription: 1891 -95 ource Reg of Deeds and Atlas Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street NHC May 1980 clapboard E. Lonergan (D 7. Original owner (if known) Patrick and Margaret Toohey Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house forms a complementary pair with the house next west (no. 19). Both houses feature corner towers with flaring pyramidal roofs, slate hipped roofs with front and side gabled projections, decoratively -cut shingles, and two -story front porches with Tuscan columns. This house has a front gable with diamond pattern shingles and a small porch recessed behind the large semi circular opening. The second floor porch has been enclosed, but still retains its spindle frieze while the first floor porch has a simple balustrade. Both of these houses were constructed between 1891 and 1895 on the front part of the old Abell homestead. Mr. Toohey was employed by the Northampton Gas Light Co. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 443 -P. 129. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1905. 377 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and Rv *14bv R P ezi (over) Date ess ent use residence ent ownerEdward and Josephine ription: Cavallari 1895 -1915 )urce A t l a s e s __�itect other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapb Outbuildings (describe) features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization NHC In Area no. Northampton 11 Trumbull Rd. J.Cagne House Lonergan May 1980 Form no. 31B -155 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Joseph Gagne residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The northern corner of Park (now Trumbull Rd.) and King Sts. remained undeveloped until the turn of the 20th century. King St. Brook, which began between Round Hill and Childs Park ran through here, and probably made the surrounding land too swampy for buildings. During the latter part of the Z9th century the brook was put underground, enabling the Zand to be residentially developed. This house is two- and -a -half stories inheight with gable end to the street. The gable is pedimented and contains a double sash window within. A one story porch with gabled entrance extends across the two bay facade. The porch has square posts, a balustrade and square newel posts. liquor dealer. The original owner appears to have been Joseph Gagne, a Pleasant St. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 2895 arkd 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 and 1922. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built at a cost of $6000 in 1909 for L. Raymond Marin, a local physician. It features a three story corner tower with flaring polygonal roof and finial and a one story porch that extends across the facade and along the Trumbull Rd. side to the two and -a -half story fabled projection. The porch has a hipped roof with fluted piers and a balu- strade of closely spaced square balusters. A similar, smaller porch is on the second floor at the northern end of•the facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 618 -P. 228. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 4. map. Draw SKCLe11 VL L)UL1U1l1, LVl 4lLVLL in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ass Dr. L.R. Marin House funeral Home ent use John and Virginia ent owner ription: 1909 rurce 94 King St. Northampton Exterior wall fabric Spfld. Daily Republican Queen Anne In Area no. clapboard Form no. 31B -158 O'Connell Outbuildings (describe) 3 story Other features flaring, polygonal roof and finial corner tower wrap- around porch with fluted piers and .-.b 3 .-u s-t-r.a d e Altered entry enrlogpd Date mid 20 th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC May 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use John Hopkins Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political L church rectory 1890-present Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The residence is a cubic mass with enclosed gable end and pilasters of `'recent date at the four corners.; Siding has been introduced in the pediment and in the new entrance portico. The recessed panels and transom of the entranceway retain their delicate scale and proportions., their source may be one of Asher Benjamin builder° s guides. A sketch of the Hopkins House in Picturesque Hampshire shows an entrance portico with hipped roof supported by four Ionic columns An Adamesque frieze of garland and swag is also pictured. The exterior wall surface appears to be clapboard. The design is claimed by both Thomas Pratt and Isaac Damon two local architects who practiced in Northampton from the 1810° s to the 1830° so The obituary of each man records the John Hopkins House. It is possible that Damon was the actual designer and Pratt merely the builder® Hopkins was a retired banker from Boston. Later in the nineteenth century, Erastus Hopkins and a Professor Bridgeman owned the property© It was acquired in the 1890°s by the French Catholics who used it as a parocial residence and built a church alongside it. Until that time the French had worshiped with the Irish at Saint Mary' so 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Picturesque Hampshire, Forbes 1Library© Obituary of Thomas Pratt, 12/8/1868; article on William F. Pratt, 12/26/1865; Hampshire Gazette David 00 Merrill, Isaac Damon and the Architecture of the Federal Period in New England Yale University dissertation. At Northampton Historical Society, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. I ✓Ipni &vih dell 5 U 1 r`1 13 t�r& T' L rc.,o rnl3c' -.L__ MHC Photo no. k I 2 EP w f T L05 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) ess Architect Is Damon or Thomas Pratt Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 2 stories; 5 bays wide; enclosed pediment; single end chimney; detailed entranceway yes brick a,nd Altered aluminum siding Date Moved John Hopkins House ent use Rectory ent owner Roman C.. 1.oli c Bishop of Springfield ription: 3urce Northampton 101 King StrePi c 1830 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Approximate frontage visual evidence Creak RPM val no Date Over one acre x 211 feet Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet 6. Recorded by Co Dubie Organization Northampton Hi s to ri cal commission Date �i MAY 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The church is in the Roman Classic style. The basic Roman temple form with its classic, pedimented portico has an added cupola -like tower with arched and pedimented forms painted white to contrast with the red and black glazed brick which is laid alternately on the building °s surface. Geometrical patterning on the facade adds coor and form to the brick walls. The two large Ionic columns are balanced by pilasters which support the sides of the portico. Under the cleretory windows on either side there are flat- roofed extensions which contain the aisles and also have small projections for the centered, side chapels. cont HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (e)plain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Tty 1885 there was a sizable French -C aneiian population in North- ampton. This group, largely non- English speaking, felt the need for a church of their own. At that time there was one Roman Catholic Church serving all of vrorthampton center. St. Mary's, located on King St. (at the present Church and 'looker Sts.) was a sma77 church, with the congregation almost entirely Irish. In 1885 anew St. Mary's Church was built on lower Elm Ste and after petitioning the bishop, the French Catholics received the old church. The influx of French- Canadians was so rapid that a new church was almost immediately needed. In 1889 the Erastus Hopkins homestead` on King St. was bought, and the Gazette carried a drawing and description of the proposed church It was to be built of brick and brownstone, and would cost $20,000. The zopkins "ouse would serve as the parsonage. This plan was never realized. A frame chapel and school were constructed in 1891 at a cost of 59000, and the Hopkins House, built in 1825 from'desiges of Isaac Damon, was remodeled to serve as a parsonage. Soon afterwards a wood- frame convent for the French- speaking Sisters of Saint Joseph was con- structed. The next step was the construction of a separate facility to serve as a school. The present two -story brick school was built in 1911 This is probably from designs of John W. Donahue. The desire for a larger, more substantial church continued, and in 1916 the present church was dedicated. This was designed by Mr. Donahue, a prominent Springfield architect of the first third of the 20th century. A specialist in ecclesiastical design, he served as the official arch- itect for the Roman Cotholic diocese of western iassachusetts. Churches, schools, hospitals, convents and rectories form the majority of this out -put. In rorthampton he also drew the plans dor St. Michael's School, cont BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1873, 1884, 1895, and 1915 Atlases. tzanpshire Gazette July 9, 1889; Oct. 26, 1892; May 17, 1915; 7ov. 13, 1916, ;April 13, 1966, Parch 13, 1968 "A Century of Catholicism is western Yasse" nichael Shea editor, po 1930 FORM B BUILDING Lif Recorded by Organization Date 1 ti) E. L,onergan "''arch 1980 rortharapton is Name riginal resent riginal owner PTION: ect .ldings Moved Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) 99 St 1916 Area Form no. 317 -159 -2 Sacred Heart Church church church hip: Private individual Private organization Roman Cathc,l i c of Public Springfield rce Gaz ette ?N?ov. 13 1916 John W. Donahue .or wall fabric brick see back Major alterations (with dates) Date 1.8 Acres INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL C 1.SSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. Architectural Significance The The interier i2 of the basilica form with the rounded apse containing the canopied alter retablee The ceiling, which is flat, has 27 recessed, painted apnels separated by large beams. The beams are supported at each end by scroll brackets, while the ceiling itself is supported by Corinthian columns separated by eight round-arched forms. Sets of three clerestory windows crown these arches and give additional light. The side walls contain six arched windows with leaded, colored glass, and have small, arched chaped projections in each walla The main alter is free standing and of marble T?istorical Significance St, John Cantius Church and Annunciation School. Sta le to Inventory form at bottom FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HIISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ViL 0/7 7 'N/ DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. Organization Date M i97 7 MASS. HIST. COMM, Town Northampton In Area no. Address 159 Elm Street Name Present use Present owner B. M. Shaub Description: Date 1918 Source Owner Style ederalRevivoJ Architect Karl Putnam, Northampton Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by Residence Modern Federal Wood Other features 2_1arge chimneys at ends palladian windown second floor front c assic entrance with side lights large porch at each end. windows 8 over eight, 3 dormers Altered one porch enclose Approximate frontage 150 ft ate Moved no Date Form no. Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6Oft Eleanor T. Lincoln Northampton Historical Commission February, 1977 ay 7. Original owner (if known) Miss Elizabeth M. 'Maltby Original use Residence Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation Subsequent uses (if any) and dates same 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural X Exploration The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) cct atclni}er Plans drawn by Karl Putnam (available from owner) in 19150 for Miss Maltby by Robert Huxley in 7918. The house was built An ell in the rear was designed for servants quarters. This was subsequently made into a garage and a separate apartment. Miss raltby belonged to an old :vorthampton- Elm street family. The house was inherited after her death by urs. Edith E. .,arshall, nee. Maltby. Purchsed, from zrs Marshall by William Cochran. Shaub purchased from Cochran. in 1941, Land said to have been part of Clara Clark Tract 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds: 80 7/333 1924 9 72 1941 Arcnitectural reason for lnvenLurying: age- original house intact WALL COVER: Wood clapboards TI'3i3 E I-11 S l i t E C 4. DESCRIPTION z r 2, Town NORTHAMPTON Open to public no Street address 153 Elm Street Name'dewett Homestead" I (3 Use: oriinal present residence (now apartmenus) Present owner Mrs. Charles Oak Date 17 Style 18th Century Colonial saltbox Source of date see Bibliography (also Prof. MacSherry) Architect irnknctivn OR part of Area 3, CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added FOUNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material stucco (over stone?) Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard saltbox Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHII1-iNEYS: 1 2. 3 4 Center End jiltujaz. Irregular Cluster Elaborate STORIES: 1 2. 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings ELL Shed ell lean -to PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 none PORTICO yes Ralenny FACADE: Gable end: Front /Li,da, Ornament Entrance: Side xont: Centex /Side Details: lattice work on sides Windows: Spacing: R g 1ar /Irregular Tdentical/Varied Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins C:arnembnard 5. Indicate location of building in relation to 6. Footage of structure from street 25 nearest cross streets and other buildings Property has 5 C) feet frontage on street Recorder Miriam E. Peters For Nnrt',hampfon Hi stori cal Soci Photo Date 1970 SEE REVERSE SIDS' c2_cciu i47 RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1. Outbuildings garage (modern) 2. Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden. Formal /Informal Predominant features Landscape architect 3. Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom. Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern (opposite Smith Collge dormitories) Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OF SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) Tiro thy Jewett (1763 -1852) came to Northampton ca 1786. He was a member of 'Hampshire Regiment' ir. Shay's Rebellion. He built a distillery (cider hill) and spinning wheel and spindle shop, later a fabric coloring business. The Distillery was demolished in 18570 Timothy left half the house to his 3rd son Ansel, one half to daughters. It was known as the Ansel Jewett House. Ansel died in 1872. There were then several changes of ownership. In 1882 it was occupied by Ansel's widow and daughters. In 193; it was purchased by Miss Hester R. Hoffman, a poet and artist. She restored the interior, gardens and outbuildings. In 1961 Miss Hoffman sold it to the Mary A. Burnham School and they sold it in 1968 to Mrs. Charles Oak. Professor Charles MacSherry of the Smith College Art Department lived in the hose for some time and referred to it as "the oldest complete house still standing in Northampton." BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Daily Ha-npshire Gazette Aug 3, 1971 page 15 "Jewetts ran distillery across from house" Alice Manning cf0 Henry S. Gere, "Reminiscences of Old Northampton" Jewett's Notebook (mentioned in Manning article) 1792, 18111, 1802 cited entries Forbes Library, Art Delbt0 Photo Collection (under Streets- Elm Street) RESTRICTIONS Jriginal Owner: "ri w+e't"y rlett z k Deed Information: Book Number Form B. 10M -6 -71 -049688 Page Registry of Deeds FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5- 73-075074 A \0.O DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 1. Town :Northampton Address 149 Elm Street FORMERLY called Eames Home Name Onne known. as the Sage Place Present use Apartments Present owner Richard. Shea,; 137 Elm Description: 3 story frame Date 1840 -46 Source Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Porch balcony 2nd floor nrirmar anti by windnwa Altered 5. Lot size: One acre or, less Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by MASS. HIST. CO v1;r1. In Area no. G Form no. 3 I a- I L,L4 Deeds Wills probably wood. Moved Date Gabled. Balcony 3rd. floor 50 -60ft Approximate distance of building from street 50 ft. E. T. Lincoln Date 1886 Over one acre atJ ?Cy, Aeor,e_ Organization Northampton Hist. Commission RECEIV, to April, 1977 tr1 k% 1977 7. Original owner (if known) William Clark Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry, Communication Military Community development x Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) References to a house on this lot several times designated the "Sage Placer. go back to the 1860s or earlier when records are obscured in the wills of William Clark Sr. and William Clark, and to a larger property in this location owned however briefly by Emily Sage from 1846 1850.. It is also referred to as the William Clark homestead, When Sarah Clark, widow of Newman Clark, in 1886 moved into the house from 41 Elm, she calls it "my new house" but she acquired the property from Miriam Clark who received life tenure from Wm Clark in 1868. Parts of the structure probably date in the 1840s., Balconies, porchs and bays added at later dates. During the ownership of the Eames family 1935-1958 the house was used as a guest house called Eames Home and °_requented by guests of Smith College students. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds: 1544 451 1968 1443 1 07 1964 1443 97 1964 1286 450 1958 903 426 1935 355 285 180 Apartinerx 294 149 1872 112 352 1846 a Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Probate Records Box 185 40 1868 33 27 1843 Maps.% 1873 884 18 95 3/73 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `t. ivies.). 1.11 vv vuLiuiias av�.ua,ay.a in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) vn tress ne !sent use residence :sent owner Clarke School for the Deaf 3Cription: SourceEeg le a ii chitect Other features In Area no. i'Torthampton 22 -2L. Round -Hill Rd. L.C. Seelye House 1909 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization N1-IC Date March 1980 Form no. 31B -165 of Deeds and Atlas S.D.R Col nnial ?evival brick Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Rev. L. Clark Seelye residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian. Community development Political Transportation. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1909 the Rev. L. Clark Seelye bought almost an acre of land on the lower portion of Round Hill Rd. and had this house, constructed at a cost of $25,000. Rev. Seelye came to Northampton in 1873 to assume the presidency of the newly formed Smith College. He had previously been a professor at Amherst College and during the early 1860's had been pastor of the North Congregational Church in Springfield. As the first president Rev. Seelye provided over the growth of what was to become this country's most prestigious College for women. He retired in 1910 to this house and resided here for his remaining years. The house is two stories in height with slate hipped roof and gabled dormers. The large front dormer has a stylized "Palladian" windw within. The thrr -bay facade has a central entrance with fanlight and sidelights, and is'coverdd by a semi circular porch with projecting, pedimented entrance, Tuscan columns' and turned balustrade. I0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1915 and 1922. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 820-P. 363, 644 -469. Representative Families of Northampton, 1917, p. 66. Springfield Daily Republican Jan. 3, 1910. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37m-7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. no d rE3 D O1N (over) 1 Tnwn .ess sent use sent owner cription: 1923 source Directories Permit le Karl S. Putnam .:hitect Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by In Area no. Northampton Organization NHC 20 Round Hill Rd. H. Lee House residence Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Date March 1980 E. Lonergan Form no. 37_B -166 7. Original owner (if known) Harold Lee Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Northampton Directory: 1922 and 1930. Northampton Building Dept.: 1922 permits. In 1922 Samuel W. Lee took out a permit for this brick house, to be constructed at a cost of 430,000. The eventual occupant was Harold Lee, secretary of the Corticelli Silk Co. in Florence. The house is two stories in height with slate ridge roof and two massive end wall chimneys. The symmetrical, five -bay facade has a central, 2 and 1/2 story, gabled pavilion which contains the main entrance. Karl Scott Putnam was Northampton's most prominent architect of the first half of the 20th century. He was the son of Roswell F. Putnam a Local architect of the turn -of- the century period and joined his father's firm after training in the New York office of Edward Tiltom. Karl Putnam joined Smith College in the early 1920's. Mr. Putnam is best known for his work in the Colonial style of architecture. Gv i /BASEMENT: High Regular Low WALL COVER: Wood LL('1 ��1(ckl Z 4. DESCRIPTION 5. Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings 31 11— "7 '6a r 2. Town 'NORTHAMPTON For Street address 137 Elm Street Name Merritt Clark Honse Use: original present Home Present owner Richard Shea Open to public No Date 18/11 Style "Ti.scan T T ai- iarlA rc Source of date Prof. Larkin Architect unk nown Architectural reason for inventorying: s and age OR part of Area 3. CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added Material brick covered with simc'o Brick Stone Other ROOF: Rime Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard *broken line- 2 sections) Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 PORTICO 1. front 1. side Ralcnny FACADE: Gable end: ...front/side Ornament Entrance: Side EXCLIaX• Centex /Side Details:3 arches with square columns, lour balustrade Windows: Spacing: Regular A,rrevi aL Identical /Varied Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins £,ornerboarils cornerboards first floor. Pleor ?nd. floor 6. Footage of structure from street 75 Property has 200 feet frontage on street Recorder Miriam E. Peters Northampton Htstcrical SociPt7 Photo Date 1970 SEE REVERSE SIDE et (017'1 RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1, Outbuildings *z, Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominant features large tr "ea and svtee lawn Landscape architect 3. Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OP SITE (Refer theme circled on front of form) This Mediterranean -type villa was erected in 18)41 by Hadley born Charles P. Huntin ^ton on land bought from Edward Clark. Huntington was later appointed justice of the Massachusetts Supreme Court and moved to Boston. In 1856 Reno William Silsbee, pastor of the Unitarian Church, purchased it. In 186L the rerritt Clarks bought it and his family lived in the hour;e for 116 years until the death of Mary Clark (a niece of Merritt) in 1939. I was then for some years the home of owners ?fir. and Mrs0 Glenn Grover until purchased by the Mary A. Burnham School in 1965. It is now owned and occupied by the family of Richard Shea. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Daily Hampshire Gazette Feb, 15 1969 April 24, 1960 1965 ESTRICTIONS Original Owner Charles. PO Huntington Deed Information: Book Number Page Form 13. 10M -6.71 -049688 Registry of Deeds 6 z L1 Le ra ui muians X Music Other Development of town /city Architectural reason for inventorying: style and age FOUNDATION /BASEMENT: h Regular Low WALL COVER: Wood I3ri CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed at rear PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 PORTICO yes Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side Details: Portico- 3 arches with columns Windows: Spacing: "Regular /Irregular Identical /Varied Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards brick quoins 5. Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings C.Lp,R E SC Ho Cp4pus 4 a3 4. DESCRIPTION Center End Interior Irregular For Material hri nk SEE REVERSE SID (o SO ['HAMPTON 'ess 23 Round Hill Road Gables" 'nal present Home now used Tonal purposes wrier Clarke School for Deaf iblic no 15 Style Gothic Revival or "Tudor manner" bource of date The Northampton Book (Karl Putnam) Architect unknown OR part of Area 3, CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard 10 gables Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork FACADE: Gable end: Front /side Ornament 6 Footage of structure from street 1i5 Property has 80 feet frontage on Recorder Miriam E A Peters Northampton Histnri +7,2, a 3f. Photo c23 7 Date 1970 Cluster Elaborate Raieony yes �X1 Snelaty street r ccek Lrecd (l71 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION_ 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 PHOTO (3x3" or 3x5 black white) to left side of form Photo number SKETCH MAP Draw map showing property's location in relation to neatest cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by M. Peters Organization Date NHC and E. Lonergan 1970 and June 1980 Town Northampton Address 23 Round Hill Road Historic Name W.B. Hale House Use: Original residence residence Ownership: Private individual Private organization Clark School for the Deaf William B. Hale Original owner DESCRIPTION: Date Style Source Architect Outbuildings Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Public 1860 Major alterations (with dates) Early Northampton Gothic Revival Exterior wall fabric brick Moved slightly south Date 1880 Approx. acreage one acre or less BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1875 -76, 1885 -86. "Round Hill Its History and Romance Early Northampton 1914, pp. 215 -231. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is locally known as "The Gables" and is a Gothic Revival houae executed in the "Tudor manner Humble brick wall are concealed with white paint, giving the appearance of a richer building material. Ten gables in two sizes break into the lines of the roof. Rectangular windows with elaborate architraves and Tudoe "dripstones" appear on the first story, while windows with pointed arches nestle beneath the gables and above the entranceway. The central entrance is enhanced by a portico with low Roman arches. This house was built in 1860 for William Hale. At that time Mr. Hale was cashier of the Hoyoke Bank, this was later reorganized as the First Nat- ional Bank of Northampton and Mr. Hale rose to the presidency. In 1880 A.L. Williston bought the property ans had the house moved south to its present location so that he could have a new residence constructed. The Hale house was occupied by Robert Williston, A.L.'s son. 20M -2/80 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston lvla p. L1 Cl VV o Mt-. vi ............b in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 31B-16q i Northampton ess 19 Round Hill Rd. e C. Walker House cent use residence ;ent owner ;ription: 1896 Smith College ource Re,. of Deeds and Directory SDR Colnn revival hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features pedimented portico with Ionic columns. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date March 1980 e Lonergan NHC clapboard 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Oliver Walker 9. Historical significance (include explanation i q' Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural g Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 414 This large Colonial Revival residence was built in 1896 for Oliver Walker at a ocst of $10,000. Mr. Walker was the secretary and treasurer of the Hampshire Mutual Fire Insurance Co., and a practicing insurance and real estate agent. Round Hill had load been on eof Northampton's most exclusive areas and Round Hill Road was the early means of acess. In the late 19th century the southern slopes of the hill began to be developed. The house is two stories in height with slate hipped roof, hipped dormers and a large pedimented dormer with stylized Palladian window. A frieze with dentils encircles the house beneath the cornice and Doric pilasters are used at the corners. The three -bay facade has a central entrance with sidelights and fanlight, all surrounded by an elliptical arch, and covered by a pedimented portico with Ionic columns. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 484 203. Northampton Directory: 1900. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 31, 1896. FORM T3 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other builfiings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Town Northampton Name Description: Date Style eclectic Architect Exterior wall fabric massing; cupola 5. Lot size: In Area no. Address Henshaw Ave, Smith campus Parsons House Present use college dormitory Present owner Smith. College 1902 Source Smith. College Archives clapboard none Outbuildings (describe) Other features 4 stories; irregular Altered rear additionsDate Moved no Date Form no. 3f g� lo Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Smith campus Approximate distance of building from street C 6. Recorded by Ann Gilkerson/ Robin Strol. Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date March 23,:1977 7. Original owner (if known) Miss Capen 7riginal use Capen School for Girls; educational structure Subsequent uses (if any) and dates bought by Smith College in 1921 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political ter r. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social Humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1921, Parsons House was purchased from the nuilder, i+liss Capen, who had used the building, then called Faunce House, as a part of Capen School. In 1928 the Trustees of Smith College changed its name to Parsons House, in honor of the prominent Northampton family. Ccrnet Joseph Parsons was one of the founders of Northampton in 1654 ;his descendant Parsons graduated from Smith in 1892. The house stands on the old Sydenham Clark Parsons property. Built in 1902, this Henshaw Ave. house exemplifies the eclectic style in architecture common in the early twentieth century. Four stories in elevation, the house. is 'composed of a brick first floor foundation, clap boarded second and third floor level, and a shingled uppermost story, An "L" shaped plan is composed in elevation of two different ty es of massing. The longer facade wing is of a typically Georgian symmetrical and self- contained shale, while the shorter rear wing is further articulated by three irregularly spaced, multi storied bay windows. Intersecting gambrel roofs with projecting pedimented dormers, sheathed in either wood or slate shingles, contribute to the active and picturesque skyline.. Crowning the roof is a late Victorian wooden rectangular cupola. An extensive wooden Ionic columned porch with balcony is situated on the east side of the house; a smaller balcony is placed to the rear. A rectangular brick enttyway projects from the center of the facade. Relatively austere in ornamentation, the symmetrically arranged facade is composed of paired sash windows, with plain classical white wooden moldings and cornices above. The light yellow clapboarding reflects the turn of the century Colonial revival. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives.. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 371 ■7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. a (over) Date ri'brthampton •ess sent use cription: ■ource e hitect Other features In Area no L.1 Henshaw Ave. E. Clark House residence sent owner 1111am an-;. ��cy Flo �F11 1893 clapboards and Exterior wall fabric ood shinr-les Outbuildings (describe) Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by J. Lonergan Organization AiHC i>;'arch 1980 Form no. 31E-171 G2 3 Springfield Daily Republican 7. Original owner (if known) Elizabeth Clark Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in 1893 for Elizabeth Clark at a cost of $5000. It was located et the beginning of the connector between Henshaw Ave. and Crescent St. Henshaw Ave. had been laid out in the mid 1860's but only extended northerly to the house next south of this one. It wasn't until the late 1880's that Henshaw Ave, was continued northwards. This became Crescent St. and cut along the middle slopes of Round Hill, .almost encircling it and winding up back on Elm St. about 1/4 mile west of Henshaw's- junction with Elm St. The house is two stories in height with hipped roof and two 2 and 1/2 story pedimented projections, one at the southern corner of the facade and the other at the eastern corner of the north side. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 461 -P. 219, 426 -487 and 493. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1 '1 i1}J. 1_11 ci W D nc ti vt vUL 1v11.16 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. o� rg:3 crl T N (over) Exterior wall fabricclapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other featureGambrel roof with 2 tali interior chimneys, open pedimented portico, side balconied porch. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date Northampton .ss 32 Barrett P1. ant owner iption: urce In Area no. Bo Hinckley House a nt use residence March 1980 Robert and Sarah Bagg 1905 -15 Directory and Atlas E. Lonergan NHC Form no. 31B -172 Benjamin B. Hinckley 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915, 1922 and 1930. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Barrett Place was laid out in 1910 through a portion of the H.R. Hinckley estate on Prospect St. (known as the Manse). Benjamin Barrett Hinckley was a son of H.R.Hinckley and had this house built by 1915 when it appears on the atlas. Benjamin was clerk of the Northampton Cutlery Co. and later became manager of the International Silver Co. in Florence. The house is two stories tall with slate, gambrel roof, two interior chimneys and three shed, roof dormers. The symmetrical five -bay facade has a central entrance with sidelights and a gabled portico with front arched openind, fest- ooned frieze and doubled Doric columns. The windows have heavy cornices and nine over one sashes. On either end of the house are one -story porches topped by balconies. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7 -77 1:; Cri) sT. 1 kr Z._ t. lvIap. L1aw WA. v in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) .ess iorthampton 37 Henshaw Ave. Sent use residence sent owner Peter Larkin cription: 1866 69 ;ource= of 2eeds e Bracketed hitect Exterior wall fabric wood shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features L- shaped, pedimented gab _Lc' with lunette, double brackets, window cornices with modillions. Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization NEC Date .March 1980 In Area no. Form no. 31B -175 Lonernan Date Date x Over one acre (5 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development X x Silas Whitney 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) residence Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political During the latter opened up through the western part of Whitney of Belchertown bought lot no. with Mr. Whitney owning it, but Lewis Bank and cashier at the Hampshire Co. Recreation Religion' Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation part of the 1860's Henshaw Ave. was the Charles Talbot estate. In 1866 Silas 9 for $400. Thr 1873 atlas show this house, Warner, the treasurer of the Hampshire Savings National Bank resided here. The house is 2 and 1/2 stories in height with pedimented end to the street and a long 2 and 1/2 story gabled projection on the northern side. The projecting cornice is supported by double brackets and a frieze and the 2 over 2 sash windows have heavy cornices supported by small modillicns. A one -story porch which is composed of hipped roof, chamfered posts and balustrade, covers the three bay facade, and there is a one -story bay window on the southern side. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 306 -P. 404, 261 -182, 237 -335. Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1875 -76, 1885 -86, 1895 -96. FORM B BUILDING s x:. ,$),10,71:124W nto LIK s sz'r G Recorded by Organization Date =r,Tr,nTr•nr rnMMTSSION cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 iginal residence Date Style Moved Setting c Name •esent iip:El Private individual Private organization Smith dollege riginal ownerH.C. C.H. Field PTION: Architect Outbuildings Public Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Exterior wall fabric Area Form no. 31B -179 25 Henshaw Ave. residences early 20th century Source Atlases. and S.D.R. Major alterations (with dates) see back clapboard and shingle Date L- FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 2. Photo (3x3" or 3x5 Staple to left side of form Photo number 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. In Area no. Form no. Address n g Narne 1'c 1:dY n Present use 5 Present owner S 1. Town 3. Description: s Date j�1��"� Source Style Architect Exterior wall fabric arb Outbuildings (describe) 37M -7 -77 (over) Other features One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage job Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization i' •f �n� f Date 7. Original owner (if known) P'( FU G' Subsequent uses (if any) and dates ?li;<RJA CSC rid 1`-- trtIn/ 8. Themes (check as many as applicable)a SOU 1GL ,I Original use Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Y. Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political early maps, etc.) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) tftc q A2U'Al lAta -PAL AL Fe 1,,amfy6,1,4, �O-�VW lJ V Y t p c'4 CU tin 6104i Ra/ 0- ttt ami az/ ilcz 1 10, aud 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, 1 9, 1K3 ayl,U 3a /III 0 ►v Fa 1 f` t j f r 7 BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1884, 1895, 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 509 -P. 1+ 463 -253, 39 -5 397 399• Springfield Daily Republican Jan. 2, 1911. 6 history ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1898 Horace Field sold his homestead to Bessie Capen, the principal of Mary A. Burnham School, and independent secondary school for girls. The front structure served as the domestic science building and received its pre- sent form in an $8000 remodeling in 1910. The middle structure was constructed around the turn -of- the century as an infirmary for the school and the rear building was built about the same time as the heating plant. This schoolcontinued until C. 1970, at which time the property was taken over by Smith Col &ege. 20M -2/80 FORM I3 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS I-IISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. T (over) 1. Town Northampton Address Smith cams 3. Description: In Area no. Form no. Name Davis Student Center Present use Smith. College student union. Present owner Smith. College Date 1898 Source Smith College Archives Style eclectic Architect Exterior wall fabric 1st floor wood planks; Outbuildings (describe) none Moved no Date smooth Other features twin cupolas; two story pilasters; scrolled. consoles 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street (c57 ink 6. Recorded by Ann G-ilkerson/ Robin Strou Organization North: :,pton Historical Commission Date March 24, 197.7 7. Original owner (if known) Miss Bessie Capen, of the Capen School for Girlsc "7 Original use gymnasium 6`v Subsequent uses (if any) and dates acquired by Smith College in 1921, used for office and classroom space; headquarters for the .AVE ollicer training 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) program during World ti•Jar II; remodelled into student center in 1949 Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance explanation of themes checked above) Smith College s Davis Student Center, located between Prospect St. and Henshaw Ave., contains a snack bar, ballroom, and space for various campus organizations. Built in 1898, this eclectic three story institu— tional structure incorporates Georgian, Colonial, and other historical stylistic elements in an academic pastiche. In plan, Davis Center is an almost regulftr rectangle. The box —like massing, reminiscent ofearly American architecture, is revealed in the planar treatment of wall surfaces. Above the stone foundation_ rests a white painted smooth planked, ground level; the upper stories are composed of golden yellow wooden clapboarding. A grey slate roof (hipped) is topped by twin Georgian cupolas, which are ringed by small copper urns. The symmetrical organization of classical elements is particularly apparent in the facade, where two story white fluted Ionic pilasters frmae the corners of the second and third stories, while multi —paned sj.sh windows march across the ballroom expanse of the upper floors. The first floor full length windows, of a more recent date, contain rectangular panes set within wide white mullions and transoms. Projecting from this level is a low, wide, railed, wooden terrace. Two principal entryways flank the .facade: each of these `rectangular openings is enframed by classical consoles. The sides and rear of Davis Center also display somewhat classical white design elements, such as two story enframing Ionic pilasters and small curved pediments, supported by foliated consoles. The two brown shingled dormers on the back of Davis add even more variety to the eclectic building, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives 90 igh.1 Indians Other law Development of town? ty Architectural reason for inventorying: style- history Literature Music 3, CONDITION Excellent (nnd Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added FOUNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material granite sides are clapboards WALL COVER: Wood front —ride hnnrr3.q fl n,sh Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower ,Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork side Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed ells side and back PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 side PORTICO -2- front and side Balcnny FACADE: Gable end: Front side Ornament Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side Details: Za. Classical columns- 2 stories in height Windows Spacing. Regina /Irregular" Identical /Varied" Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards l 5. Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings r1 w 7 ..gam E TLS I'M IS 1 SSION 2, Town NORTHAMPTON tston (9 Street address Prospect Street t to: Smith College campus) on\ Name Callen House h the Use: original present home- Tiny a college dormitory or side) g y Present owner Smith Col 1 PEP ly 4. DESCRIPTION Open to public No Date ca 182; Style Greek Revival Source of date Architect unknown -built for Jud?0 Hy.rP Smith College records OR part of Area 6. Footage of structure from street 30 Property has ):0 feet frontage on street adjoins Smith campus Recorder Miriam E Peters, Elizabeth thzvall For Northampton Historical Society Photo Date 1970 SEE REVERSE SID■ rece u,-J RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1. Outbuildings Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominant features garden at side- rear Landscape architect 3. Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent Go college campus GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OF SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) Similar to the handsome houses of Elizah Hunt Mills and Judge Charles A. Dewey, this house was built ca. 1825 for Judge Samuel Hovre and was also, similarly, the scene of gracious hospitality and good living. Judge Horre, along with E. H. Mills, established a 1a1': school which flourished here in Northampton; for 7 or 8 years (ca. 1823 -1830) and among its students vras Franklin Pierce, llith President of the United States. George Bancroft, the historian, was also connected with the La1r School. Later, as part of the Mills estate, it was a unit of the Burnham School and later b:.lcame the main building of the Capen School for girls under Miss Capen who carried on the school after Miss Burnhamis' death. Miss Cpen lived in the house and left it to the college in 1921. It has since been a dormitory of Smith College BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Smith College Archives Article in the Daily Haul shire Gazette by Mary K. Brewster, Oct. 11, 1934 The orth i ton Boo (1954) p. 119 RESTRICTIONS Jriginal Owner: Judge Samuel Howe Deed Information: Book Number Page Registry of Deeds Form B. 10M -6.71 -049688 Villa Lombard Ronk r 551 3 za_ slims FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. E El VINVENTD2►ED PRoP cT c, TRvc\,Bu DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 1- 4-= 1 0 v) (over) ass Architect In Area no. Northampton Form no. 31(3-1(30 Prospect St Trumbull Rd© Trumbull House ant use Residence ant owner Stella Eunice Lococo ription: 18 s --a 73 Atlas. Registry o k Deeds, 235.35 1866 ®18.73 Victori Co thi c unknown Exterior wall fabric bri ck Outbuildings (describe) small garage Other features steep gables with finials and wood framing; stone lintels; stained glass panels© Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre 252 feet MA i S T Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Cm Dubi e Organization Date 20 feet Northamp ton Hi stori cal JUN 3 0 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. J o R. Trumbull 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Recreation Religion Science/ invention Soc/ Humn Tran anitaria Conservation Education Exploration settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of J. R. Trumbull purchased the parcel on which this residence was built from Co N. Talbot in 1866© By 1873 the cross-shaped brick dwelling had been erected© The design is cross-shaped, with strongly vertical masses topped by elaborate paired chimneys. Projecting eaves are enhanced by wooden vergeboard; original windows have brownstone surrounds and sills. At the ground level is a bay decorated with bands of stone. The entrance porch exhibits Mick decoration similar to that in the gables 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, 235035° 1873 Atlas of Northampton. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 4. Map. Draw sketch or Dui laing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date Northampton ass ant use t- rcni ant owner Leone and Angeline Paul ription: 1E395 -1915 lurce Atlases Exterior wall fabric 40 Trumbull Rd. residence Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered r Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Ito Vb Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no. 31 B -181 April 19$0 woou shin.les E. Lonergan NHC (D 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence. 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. This large two and a hale story shingled house occupies a prominent site one —third of the way up Round Hill's eastern slope. It faces on a small triangular park formed by Park.(now Trumbull Rd.) and Prospect Sus. Originally part of J.R. Trumbull's estate, this lot was probably split off shortly after his death in the late 1E90's. A slate root with gable to the side caps the block, while a two and a half story, projecting central pavilion breaks up the three —bay facade. The pavilion has a hipped gable atop a three -sided bay, which in turn rests on a rectangular entry porch. The porch is composed of square posts connected by arched brackets which form "Gothic" openings. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Northampton Direstory: 1922, 1915, 1905, 1900 and 1895 -96. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 11'1'.1./. /J1CL r ie.11ul uulluing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Date N (over) Date Northampton ess 108 State St. Architect 6. Recorded by, In Area no. Form no. 31B -182 W. Cooney House ant use residence :nt owner Herbert and Miriam Leader ^iption: 1883 -84 urceReg. of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Organization Lonergan NHC May 1980 7. Original owner (if known) William E. Cooney Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x xploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce :Idustry Social/ Communication :vlilitary humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include ex ,lanation of themes checked above) This house w built on lot no, 2 of the Talbot estate subdivision. The Talbot hoes was on the west side of Prospect St., but the front grounds extended do' .n the hill to the old New Haven Northampton Canal, This was later filled in and became State St. In 1882, a plan was filed to subdivide the land between Prospect St. and State St., and building lots were sold for $500. The four lots on State St, all had a restricti' against intoxicating beverages on the premises which came with the title. This at first might seem strange, but all four purchasers were Irish (and this might seem predjudicial) but three of them were intimately involved with liquor, as a saloon keeper, a liquor dealer and proprieter of a hotel. W illiam Cooney -a Pleasant St saloon keeper, purchased this lot in 1883 and had this house built within a year. The house is L- shaped and has a two -story tower with flaring Mansard roof and ornate iron cresting in the crook of the L. A 3/4 round porch projects from the tower and is one story in height with low pitched conical roof, turned posts and balustradE Both of the street sides of the house have one -story bay windows. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 385 -P. 535, 381 -131, 375 -350. Northampton Directory: 1885-86. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston HIuIuut mistrusts! 4. map. draw sKetcn oi; ouiiuing LUcaLiUii in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. TN mo o❑ rrmu (over) 1 'ess e r-i uni Northamtpon ource Reg, of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe In Area no. Form no. 31B -183 brick Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date Lonergan NHC May 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Peter Foley residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is the northernmost of the three brick houses on State St., all of which exhibit the decorative work of the late 19th century mason. In 1882 Peter Foley, a gardener, bought lot no, 3 of the Talbot estate subdivision for :;500. By 1884 this house was erected. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with gable en to the street and a two and -a -half story gabled projection on the noethern side. The house features black brick banding and bricks laid diagonally to create string courses connecting the lintels and to outline the lintels themselves. A one -story front porch extends across the facade and is com- posed of a hipped roof, turned posts, fancy brackets and a balustrade with spindles and cut -out patterns. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases, Northampton Directory: 1885 -86. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston sent owner Alexander and Anna in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0 37M-7-77 (over) Northampton :hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date May 1980 In Area no. clapboard E. Lonergan NHC 31B -184 Date Date Form no. Over one acre Cc(Q 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small, one -and -a -half story cottage has a steeply pitched, slate roof with gable end to the street. The entrance is located on the southern sie and is covered by a one -story hipped roof porch with arched opening between the chamfered piers and a balustrade. The State St. end has a round headed six over two sash window with molded hood mould on th second floor and a bay window on the first floor. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1873 -74, 6 3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston z. 3717 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. vN3v��. 1CS (over) 1 Northampton ess Z03 State St. ;ent use residence ;ent owner Robert GolZing et aZ. ;ription: In Area no. Form no. 3ZB -Z85 G. Harris House 2884 -2895 ource Atlases and visual evidence zitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date NHC May 2980 clapboard Date Date x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan 7. Original owner (if known) George L. Harris Original use esidence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The 1873 atlas shows a house on this site, owned by George Harris, a printer in the Gazette office. Mr. Harris continued to be listed at this address into the early 20th century, but it doesn't seem as if the present house is the original one. By Z885 Mr. Harris had become a co -owner of the Gazette Printing Co. with George S. Gere. This company did job printing, and had been split off from the newspaper pub- lishing company, the Hampshire Gazette. Most likely Mr. Harris had a new house built for himself at some point in the late 1880's or early 1890's. The 1895 atlas clearly shows this house, but the outline appears different on the Z884 atlas. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street and a two- and -a -half story gaZbed projection on the southern side. Above the seco d floor lintels the house is clad with decorative shingles. A one story hipped roof porch extends across the facade and on the southern side to the projection. The porch has turnd posts and a balustrade of turned spindles. A one story bay window projects from the southern side. 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 1885 -86, 1895 -96. 371`'7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. •-■3v VA) D (over) Date Northampton ss 76 Gothic St. A.S. Abell House ant use ent owner Elizabeth Porada ription: itect Organization NHC In Area no. Form no. 31B -188 March 1980 residence c. 1839 Iurce Registry of Deeds Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan' Date 7. Original owner (if known) Asahel S. Abell Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) —a Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1839 Asahel Abell, a local carpenter, purchased a half acre of land from the trustees of the Northampton Female Seminary. In the deed the land is described as that on which Mr. Abell "recently erected a dwelling house Mr. Abell and his brother Ansell operated a combination saw and planning mill on lower Pleasant St. during the 1840's, but little else is known of their business practice. In 1842 Ansell sold the home ead, on which both he and his brother-were living to his brither. The house is two -and -a -half stories in height built of brick with a two -story porticocapped by a pedimented gable. The flush- boarded tympanum contains P "Gothic" two over two sash window while the second floor of the portico consists of paneled, tapering piers and a balustr a de. The first floor of the portico has more massive, paneled piers and a balustrade. The doorway is topped by a transom. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 227 -P. 81, 205 -278, 170 -459, 96 -329, 84 -13. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. IN over) 1 Tnwn 6. Recorded by ,ss Date litect Organization In Area no. Form no. 31B -189 Northampton Altered sided 75 Gothic St. G. Smith House _tit use residence ent owner Anna Tessier ription: 1860 -63 )urce Map and Reg. of Deeds Exterior wall fabricAsbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6x6 windows Date mid 20th c. Date Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Isaac R. Jones Original use r e s i d e n c e Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1863 Isaac Jones sold Ellen Smith (his sister, and wife to George Smith) this corner lot with the "new dwelling house thereon Mr. Smith is listed in the local directory as a "grainer" and painter. He perhaps worked with Mr. Jones and his brother Charles who were also painters. The house is one and -a -half stories in height with gabled ends to the side and a two -story gabled projection in the center of the three bay facade. The upper portion of tliis projection is taken up by a round headed six over six sash window. All other windows are rectangular with six over six sashes. A one -story bay window projects from the Trumbull Rd. side while the facade has a full- length one -story porch, which was probably added later. The southern end has been enclesed, but the northern end still has its square posts and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map, 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 236 -P. 148, 212 -268, Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 1885 -86, 1895 -96. 0 V FORM B BUILDING DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. COMMISSION se, Boston (over) In Area no. Form no. 318183 1. Town Northampton Address Elm Street, Smith campus Name Helen Hills Hills Chapel Present use college chapel Present owner Smith College 3. Description: Date 1955 Source Smith College Archives Style Neo Colonial .-cation Architect William and Geoffrey Platt Bets and of New York Exterior wall fabric aluminum siding Outbuildings (describe) none Other features pedimented, columned facade; steeple o ff^ Altered no Date Moved no Date Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Ann Gilkerson/ Robin Stroup Organization Northampton Historical Commission, March 23, 1977 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use same as present Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance include explanation of themes checked above Dedicated in 1 955, the Smith College Chapel wab given to the College by Helen Hills Hills, class of'08a In style, the Chapel imitates the austere white wooden clapboarded churches of Colonial New ingland, which were in turn modelled after post Reformation English prototypes. Mere, however, modern white painted aluminum siding replaces wood as the primary building materials New York architects William and Geoffrey Platt, following Colonial tradition, incorporated simple elements into the symmetrical cha'el design. The three story white "shoebox" shape is topped by a grey shingled ridge roof with centrally situated steeple; the whole is fronted by a projecting pedimented and columned facade. A rear wing, smaller in scale but basically similar in shape, completes the design. The traditional facade is dominated by the central vertical axis wh' divides the front of the Cha7e1 into two symmetrical halves. The tripartite facade consists of a triangular pediment supported by four unfluted Ionic columns, behind which are three identical doorways, surmounted by fanlights and framed by two story pilasters. Directly above each .of these doorways at the second story level is a simple, rectangular, multi -paned sash window; this same type of window is regularly repeated in tpy rows along the sides of the Chapel. Decorative embellishments heark back to the severe classicism of the 18th century: fanlit pediment and doorways, keystones and simple moldings around windows and doors, and quoining at ea Q) corner of the main building. The steeple, rising from a clapboarded square base through. three graduated octagonal sections to terminate in a slender arrow shaped weathervane, is similarly enhanced by classical motifs: swags, Ionic colonettes, a miniature balustrade, and three round "bull's eye''°windowso Within the tower is the Chapel bell, a replica of one cast g by P yci e 17q6 The i p bell t s a e gift of the Class of 08m u i m n end s6cial s ac 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc. rear wing, stepped back' slightly form the main body of the Chapel, is entered through identica:1 dual pedimented porches, which are flanked by Ionic columns The two porches are simplified versions in miniature of the Greek temple facade. Source: Smith College Archives 3/73 r '7 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Town Northampton Address Henshaw Avenue Name Present use Apartments Present owner Smith College Date 1978 Style Source Architect Exterior wall fabric Wood Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5, Lot size: In Area no. Friedman Mouses no no Smith College Shed roof modern Campus Approximate frontage of Date June 197 9 none Date Date Form no. 3 14 lc Li One acre or less Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. T. Lincoln street Organization Northampton Hist. Comm. Co Co? 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use Apartments Subsequent uses (if any) and dates same 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural x E.•:ploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce ,.dustry Social/ Communication rlilitary humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9 Historical significance (include exr ;.anation of themes checked above) These small student apErtment units represent a departure in college student living characteri:atic of the 70s. A rejection of the institutional characteristics of dormitory housing, they allow for the student revolt a.: ainst group concentration, permit preparation of meals, and an approximation of small family living. Architecturally they reflect modern developments in overhead lighting, shed roof line, and a severe rlanesa 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives ;nt use Residential ription: 1887 Qi1Pe» Anne Architect unknown FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. J 131 W J .1 v gables, j hooded dormers; sections of scalloped 3 shingles; porches w /turned rails 0 Altered no Date Z I I t 1 Moved no Date 131 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one &-L-ti 5 TP- C Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street /IN VEN Tb/Zl7) 20 feet I 0n 1 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE 6. Recorded by C. Dubie USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date In Area no. Form no. 3 acre JUN 3 d 1976 !MASS. HST.. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) Mary E. Diznni crnn Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Mary Deenniston purchased the rear of the Pearson property, corner of Elm and Henshaw, in June 1887 It is likely that the dwelling was built soon after. Its distinctive shape —the jutting hooded mass at the southeast corner —is indicated on the atlas of 18950 Strongly vertical in emphasis, the asymmetrical mass is terminated in the peaks of gables and dormers© As typical of the Queen Anne, shingles are used in the design but are carefully confined to portions of the facade by clapboards or other decorative panels. A two story porch with boldly turned supports enhances the sense of creative use of wood. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 41003330 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 2 1 W J 0 ELN\ 5T C RO UTE ✓IN Val ft Kt ED DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Dwn No rthamp ton 10 Henshaw Avenue In Area no. Form no. 31 resent use Smith College dormitory resent owner escription: to College c. 1900 Source visual evidence Lyle Shingle style 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location' architect unknown in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric wooden shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features 3 stories; 5 arches at entrance; wall surfaces covered with shingles worked in patterns .6 Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 80 feet Approximate distance of building from street 40 feet 6. Recorded by C IAibi e Organization Date Trustees of Smith none Northamp ton Hi stori cal Co May +,1 I JUN z 1976 MASS. HIST. COM: 7. Original owner (if known) unknown (researched, not determined) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence; dormitory 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large shingle style structure is presently used by Smith College as a dormitory; it is located on Henshaw Avenue to the rear of the Sessions Houses, inventoried as the Hunt and Pierson Houses, and is typical of shingle style residences built in Northampton at the turn of the century® It is probable that the structure was built prior to 1915; the 1915 Sanborn Insurance Maps indicate a dormitory on the site© The parcel known as 10 Henshaw Avenue was in private hands however. Stylistically, the broad low gable and four flowing arches which relate to the Art Deco style first popular in Northampton about 1910. The shingled wall surfaces are broken by a series of low arches at the entrance and by irregularly spaced windows in the second and third stories. The shingles are worked in patterns- semi-circular forms and a prominently placed diamond -and painted in such a way as to divide the facade into broad horizontal bands. Roofs are broad, with gables and dormers merged into their slopes. An addition at the rear maintains the materials and general design of the main dwelling. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Sanborn Insurance Maps of Northampton, 1915. Forbes L ibrary. Atlases of Northampton, 1884, 1895® 7(7 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The origianl house is 2 a stories high with gable end to the street. The exterior of the house is covered with a variety of shingle types and patterns creating a very ornamental effect. The entrance is located behind a series of arched openings which create a recessed porch. The rear addition is also shingled and is designed and sited to complement but not overpower the main house, HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This house was built in 1886 for Dana Pearson at a cost of $45000 '•'re Pearson was the principal member of the firm D. ?Person Co., "lumber dealers, box makers, planing and moulding mill which was located on Pleasnt St. In 1911 a theee -stmry rear addition was made at a cost of $18,0000 The directory continues to list '"r. Pearson at this address, at least until 1930, but the property was also used for a student boarding house. Presently this is a dormitory of Smith College. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. "orthampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96, 1900, 1905, 1915, 1922, and 1930, Springfield Daily Republican Jan. 1, 1887 and Jana 1,'19120 7/ 20M -2/80 J J 2 0 1.11 u J j FORM I3 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston j7y �c_. _I /((1• °c 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings.: Indicate north. MHC Photo no. ELM '51Ci --SET' l g.oQ E If'Y eN 1L K iC D DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) 9) eat owner Trustees of Smith College 1872 Exterior wall fabric wood Outbuildings (describe) Other features tower with mansard; patterned tiled roofs; bays and dormers; prominent chimneys Altered additions Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage Date In Area no. Form no. 3Ia I't'j No rt,/iarlp ton 105 Elm Street Pierson House Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C Dubi e Organization Northampton Hi s to ri cal .Commission Residence Gazette 4/22/1872, 9/2/3.873 mans rd-- E L1e L 30 feet none 90 feet JUN 301976 MASS. HIST. COMM. C/7 ivtR C E 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates E, Pierson PAiC[l resi dence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political resi tienre; dn rmi r,ry Re creation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) E. Pierson, B°of Exeter New Hampshire", 'purchased a large lot at the corner of Elm and Henshaw for $5,000 in April of 1872. In September of the following year a notice of Pierson° s death described him as "the builder of the cottage at Elm and Henshaw. The early 1870° s was the period when the ma isard roof was considered "modern" and stylish. The most prominent feature of the reside lce is the deep tiled mansard interrupted by .hooded dormers. A p srch surrounding the lower story separates the clapboarded port. )n below from the more elaborate roof surfaces above. Boldly executed, bays characteristic of Victorian work,in Northam )ton appear in the east facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc,) Registry of Deeds, 292.375; Hampshire Gazette, 9/2/73 FORM F 3 I31 :11 I>INC ALASSACIII'SETi S HISTORICAL COMT'11SSIO\ Office of the Secretary State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indiate north. CI `El (over) Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less Approximate frontage In Area no 20 Date Date x Over one acre 75' Form nu. 31::, 00 Date !'arch 15, 197' an(' April 1980 Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by 7. I;onerran, 0. ^u T". Lincc T Organization "`1I 7. Original owner (if known) Mrs. Lucy M. Fitts Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) During the late 1860's the western portion of G.N. Talbot °s estate on Prospect St. was subdivided into building lots. These lots were set out along the newly opened Henshaw Ave. Jonas Willcut of Goshen bought lot #5 in 1868 and turned it over in 1876 to Lucy Fitts. It was at this time that the house was built. This two story, L-shaped house features ornate brackets under the eaves and elaborate bargeboard trim at the apex of each gable. A one -story porch extends over the southern two- thirds of the facade and wraps around the southern side. It has thiniturned posts. On the southern side a second -floor porch was added later in the 19th century, while the northern gable of the facade has a one story, rectangular bay, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 an 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 792 -P358, 745 72u 191, 705513 Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 327 -471 and 251 -214. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. fiN Date 7 C:J EFO Recorded by Organization NHC xTm E. Lonergan June 1980 uate Setting .c Name 7iginal 7esent zip: Private individual Private organizationsmith College riginal owner Major alterations (with dates) sided- mid 20th c. Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton 17 Henshaw Ave. c. 1870 Area Form no. 31B -201 residence residence Source Map and Atlas Style Architect Exterior wall fabric vinyl siding Outbuildings Moved Date r�, ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 2 and 1/2 stories in height with gable end to the street and a 2 and 1/2 story gabled projection on the northern side. A round headed "Palladian" window is situated in the font gable. A one -story porch covers the three -bay facade. The porch has a flat roof with projecting cornice and frieze, chamfered posts and patterned balustrade. The windows of the house have 2 over 2 sashes and heavy cornices, and there is a one -stogy bay window on the southern side. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) During the late 1860's the western portion of C.N. Talbot's estate on Prospect St. was subdivided into building lots. These lots were set out along the newly opened Henshaw Ave. By 1873 five houses had been constructed, including this one. The house was shown with H.M. Burt listed as owner. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. FORM I3 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) TownNorthampton Address Elm St Smith campus NameCutter House 4. Present use college dormitory Present owner Smith College In Area no. Form no. (;71-1, 2 t Rad Source Smith College Archives Style contemporary— International Style Architect Skidmore, Owings, 8,c, 'Merrill Exterior wall fabric steel bean, skeleton lla wal brick walls Otitbui ings (describe) none Other features three stories; shares enclosed yard with mirror image adjacent dormitory, Ziskind House Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Ann Gilkerson Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date March 23, 1977 7. Original owner (if known)3th College Original use same as present Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Cutter House was completed in 1957, along wi its adjacent twin, Ziskind House, These two dormitories were the first examples of modern architecture in the International Style to be built on the Smith cappuso Cutter House was named for distinguished author Elizabeth Reeve Cutter Morrow (Mrs. Dwight Whitney Morrow).B,L. 1896 L.H.D. 1937 Smith; L.H.D. 1933 Amherst, L.L.D. 1935 New Jersy College for Women, Litt, Do 1940 Princeton, L.L.D. 1940 Lafayette, L.H.D. 1940 New York University, and Dr. the More Humane Letters 1942 Colby College. In addition, Mrs. Morrow served as President of the Smith Alumnae Association 1917 -20, Trustee 1926- 36, 37 47, 47 50; Chairman of the Board of Trustees 1948 -50; and Acting President 1939 -400 Designed by the large New York based firm of Skidmore, Owings, Merrill, the complex pays hommage to the modern International Style master Mies van der Rohe. Miesian hallmarks such as a modular pattern of rectan- gular 'forms, a steel structural frame, predominately glass walls, and a symmetrical plan are incorporated into the design of this three story dormitory which houses 86 students. Other Miesian touches include: the use of continous vertical steel "I" beams; set back ground story walls behind these beams; and floating broad steps without risers. The shape is a flat roofed simple oblong box with a frankly expressed exterior steel skeleto brick first floor walls, and glass with aluminum upper floor walls. The restrained color scheme is also indicative of the International Style: the white and grey window -wall modules, eabh composed of .a series of pro- portioned rectangles framed by thin aluminum molding. These modules are also reminiscent of early twentieth century Dutch De Stijl paintings in the composition of abstract, yet formal, geometric designs. Connecting the two dormitories is a one story din±ng room area, which also incorporates the rectilinear module module motif 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives uovernment xeiigion/pniiosopny Literature Indians Music x Other architecture Development of town /city Architectural reason for inventorying: a:r;e and s tyie 3. CONDITION Excellent 4. DESCRIPTION )UNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material studdo over brick WALL COVER: Wood clapborirds Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 side PORTICO yes Bnlrnny FACADE: Gable end: Front /side Ornament Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side Details: Windows: Spacing: Regal /Irregular LitnitaajjVaried Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Corncrboards 5, Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings S t 5 3101`Z5 L M Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added 31i3-2o t SSION 2, Town NORTHAMPTON )stop Street address 101 Elm Street Name Jonathan Hunt (or Sessions) House Photo Use: original present Home now a college dormitory Present owner Smith College Open to public no Date 1700 Style Colonial Source of date Smith College records Architect unkno m (narrow) Recorder Miriam E, Peters SEE REVERSE SIDE OR part of Area 6. Footage of structure from street 10 Property has 35 feet frontage on street For Northampton`' Hi stori'na l Soc ety Date 1970 RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1. Outbuildings 2, Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominant features Informal planting in front and on sides Landscape architect Smith Co11-ge 3. Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom,, Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: 1Exeellent Good Fair Deteriorated college GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OF SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) Built by Jonathan Hunt (c 1700) who was the early settlers who came to Northampton mid -17th centurym this house passed to the from this time various memver°s of the Hunt Jonathan Hunt 4 s daughter Mary married Seth After this it passed on to the Henshaw (related by marriage) and Hopkins families, then to Sidney Bridgman, the Northampton bookseller, and finally to Mrs. Ruth Huntington Sessions in 1900. Mrs. Sessions ran it as an off— campus house for over 20 years for Smith College girls, and sold it to the college in 1921, since which date it has been called the Sessions House and used as a college dormitory. It has a secret stairway and passage which served as a hideout in Indian raids, and was considered very safe as the house was, in the early dais, far from the center of town. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Smith College Archives Daily Hampshire Gazette October 26, 1953 Nov. 11, 1962 Harriet Kneeland Some 0ld Northampton Houses written for the Betty Allen Chapter of the D. A. R, 909 RESTRICTIONS Original Owner° Jonathan Hunt Deed Information: Book Number P= ge o Registry of Deeds Form B. 10M -6 -71 -049688 0 the son of Deacon Jonathan, one of from Hartford, Connecticut, in the builderes son, John Hunt, in 1738 and family occupied it for over 100 years, Pomeroy in 1732. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by 7]. Lincoln and E. L,onerga Organization ''r Date June 1980 gown (Staple additional sheets here) '?orthamnton 10 Trospect St. Area Form no. 311 Historic Name `''cCallum 'rouse Use: Original residence faculty offices wnership: 0 Private individual Private organization Smith College Public Original owner Alexander P"cCallum Draw map showing property's DESCRIPTION: location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings Date 1882 -83 or geographical features. Indicate north. Source Req. of Deeds and Atlas Style Queen Anne Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Approx. acreage Setting clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atliases. Registry of Deeds: Bk.375 -P, 241, 243 -273, 855 -2270 Smith College Archives, ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) of QuTbm house is 2 i stories in height and one of the best examples of Queen Anne styled houses in the city. The house is distinguished by its assymmetrical massing and ornate detailing. They Esrey, slate hipped roof is interrupted by pedimented gables on the east and west sides, as well as on the facade. The gable on the western side caps a two story bay window, and there's also a rectangular oriel window and chimney with terra cotta panel. A one -story bay window projects from the eastern side cf the house, beneath the pedimented gable. The facade is quite symmetrical in the organization of elememts, except for the treatment of wall Surfaces; the western half is of scalloped boarding HI`'$ reAb` 'IGPi GE -dp $3-r2-' .zh� 1 2 0 61 rs played in local or state history cony. and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1882 Alexander ?s.c Callum purchased parcels eaf land and water rights to a well at the corner of Elm and Prospect Stse from the heirs of Charles Talbot. His home was erected by 1884 as it is shown on the atlas of that year. ^`rm IcCallum was born in Canada of Scotbh parentage in 1843. He cane fo \orthampton in 1866 and took a position as clerk in the local store operated by 7.L. Field, the brother of the more famous merchant 7 Field. On Jan 24, 1871, the '''amEshire Gazette reported, Ir, Alexander r•'cCallum, for several years a popular clerk in one of our dry goods stores will open a store in the new block opposite the Fitch hotel mn Shop Row," This business became one of the most prosperous in the state. In 1883 r:'ra McCallum went into the silk Hosiery business. "y the early 20th century the rcCallum Hosiery Co., located on West St., had the largest such mill in the world. In 1929 the property was acquired by Smith College and the lower floor was used as a Studentt' club, with the upper floors cont ining guest rooms. This continued until 1948 when the house became the Faculty Club douse. After the construction of the new Faculty Club on College Lane in 1960 this became faculty offices. INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS H I STORI CAL C M4I SS I ON ffice of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. Architectural Significance. Staple to Inventory form at bottom Community Northampton Form No: 3179-3.02 Property Name: A. McCallum House P while the eastern half is of clapboard. The pedimented gable is vertically located on the five -bay facade and crownsa three floor pavilion with the front entrance. The pediment and third floor of the pavilion project foam a larger front gable, and the pediment and side panels of this gable are decorated with Colonial scroll motifde The entire facade is covered by a one -story porch with shed roof, pedimented entrance with decorative half timbering, turned posts and bblustrade. Above this is a small similarly styled porch projecting from the second story of the pavilion. The grounds around the house were developed as "Fompeiian gardens" with arbors, trellices, lattice work and a small lily pond. The land- scape was preserved by the College into the 1940 °s, when it became too expensive to maintain. FORiMI 13 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State 'House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross `streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MI Photo no. (over) 1. Town Northampton. Address Prospect St Smith campus Name Talbot House Present use college dormitory Present owner 3. Description: Date 1909 Style Architect Richardson Driver of Bosto Exterior wall fabric stucco and brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features five stories, gambrel roof, numerous gables, pc relieb, bay windows Moved Source Smith College Archives eclectic no In Area no. 6. Recorded by Robin Jtroup Smith College Date Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Organization Commission Date T 23 1977 Form no. 0077 ._a. u �q 7. Original owner (if known) PJniss Bessie Capen Headmistress of Capen School for Uirls Original use dormitory Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military Humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Talbot House was named after the family that originally owned this property End Capen House, Miss Bessie Capen bought the Talbot property, Established Capen School, and had Talbot House built in 1909© In many ways, Piss Capen was one of the largest benefactoresses to Smith College because she sent more than 900 of her 3600 students to Smith.. In addition, Miss Capen bequeathed most of her property to the College in 1921.. At present, the house serves a dormitory which houses 78 women. A gambrel roof, gables, -bay windows, white wooden trim, and porches add interest to this rectangular structure. The brick and stucco five story structure is an eclectic mixture of 17th and 18th century archi- tectural features. The main floor alone is made of brick; the upper flk are stucco. The lowest floor, which now contains the kitchen, the dining room, a storage room and a laundry room is below ground on one side and level with the ground on the side facing Gill Hallo 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives FOTt'NI B BUILDING MASSACIIUSETTS IIISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location' in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. St Smith cam'aus Smith College `(AU3u' Ro0s DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MIIC Photo no. a (over) r Town Northampton Address Prospect Name Gill'` Hall In Area no. Source Smith College Archives Style eclectic Richardson Driver of Boston Exterior wall fabric stucco covered brick Outbuildings (describe) Form no. Other features Gables, dormer windows, o a }u. white wooden porticoes Altered later brick Date adition to north side Moved 11- Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by R n n Stroup Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date March 23, 1977 (07 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use same as present Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation c�uZ tc 9 Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This building was done by Richardson a Driver in 1918© the original Gill Hall which was part of the Capen School Gill rail is now used a a day school by the Department of Jducationm The plan of Gill Hall is basically that of a "T" with the ori iral_ stucco_ building forming the leg and the northwestern half of the cross bar and with the brick addition making up the southeastern half of the cross bar. Both the old and the new parts are relatively simple in surface treatment yet a complex roofline and white wooden porticoes add interest to the building. The roof is made up of several gables with gambrel roofs. Dormer windows complicate the slate roofline. There are three entrance porticoes. The main entrance is distinguished by a tri— partit,ie combin, ion of a slight extension of the main building, a barrel vaulted gambrel roof supported by columns a_,d a relatively recent flat wood and metal structure. The entrance portico is embellished by a Georgian revival fanlight. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives al rept Ace4 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston t2 go, lYn 3714-7-77 'T'Rv, V1-4. tcv (over) 1 Northampton Outbuildings (describe) Other features Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by NHC Organization May 1980 Date t. 1Vlii�l. 1JL a w Inc i.a.i• vi vuiiuia.b in relation to nearest cross streets and other, buildings. Indicate north. gent use resirience and laundry :ription; 1882 -84 _hitect Exterior wall fabric ess 94 State St. ource Reg.' of Deeds and Atlas rear additions 20th c. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less x Over one acre C979 Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) State St. was s for $1000 by Ca City Hotel on P activity, did h been used as a later on Park S black brick ban Laundry. x In 1882 the part of the ubdivided for building thrrine and John Dewey. leasant St.,and the dee ave a restriction on in This house was built on residence by the Deweys t, while retaining titl ding, a bracketed friez A large addition Catherine and John Dewey Conservation Education Exploration settlement Industry Military Political residence Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Talbot estate between Prospect St. and lots. Lots no. 4 and 5 were bought Mr. Dewey was the proprieter of the d, while not prohibiting commercial toxicating beverages. lot no 5 and doesn't seem to who lived at the City Hotel, e to this property. The house e and ornate front porch. to the rear is used as the Smith College have and features 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc..) 1873, 1884, and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 375 -P. 341, 381 -131. Northampton Directory in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ent owner George and Susan Wolk Exterior wall fabric of Deeds and Atlas 37M-7--77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston V_ 1:23 u Til ,mil 9 (over) :ss 98 State St. Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Form no. 31B -207 Northampton Dewey House Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC May 1980 (3O 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Patrick H. and Annie Jane Dewey residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884, and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 384 -P. 270, 381 -131, 375 -341. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1885 -86. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1882 the part of the Talbot estate between Prospect St. and State St. was subdivided for building lots. Lots nos. 4 and 5 were bought by John and Cathering Dewey. In 1883 they sold lot no. 4 to Patrick and Annie Jane Dewey. Patrick was a Main St. liquor dealer and also lived on Main St. This house was built within a year, first appearing on the 1884 atlas. However, the Deweys didn't use this as their residence, instead, Margaret Dewey, widow of Timothy is listed here. This one -and -a -half story L- shaped cottage features fish scale shingles in the gable, string courses of recessed brick and cut -out pattern balustrade. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston J,t -LEwJ PL. C 1:2 1_.J T N) (over) ess 63 Gothic St. 3 ent use ,ent owner Alice Flynn ;ription: ource iitect Organization In Area no. Form no. 31B -214 Northampton Date March 1980 Henry Brown House residence 1866 -68 Reg. of Deeds W.F. Pratt in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features L-shaped, round headed window in front gable, cornice window- heads, flat roof portico with cham- fered posts. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC 7. Original owner (if known) Henry A. Brown Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1865 Henry Brown acquired a lot of land on Gothic St. for $900, The Gazette, in 1886, stated that "Capt. Henry A. Brown, our wide awake painter, is about to erect a $4000 house on Gothic St....Mr. Pratt furnishes the plan," 1`r. Pratt is William F. Pratt, Northampton's most prominent and prolific architect of the mid 19th century. However Mr. Brown sold this property to John Draper for $1600 and a $500 MortgaF in 1867, so it is somewhat questionable if the planned Pratt house was ever erected. The house is L- shaped, two and -a -half stories in height, and has a slate roof. A round headed, two over two sash window occupies the front gable, while all other windows are rectangular, with two over two sashes, and molded cornices. A portico with flat roof, projecting cornice and chamfered posts covers the entrance. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 343 -P. 547 and 477, 312 -181, 287 -135, 257 -117, 244 -144, 230 -155. Hampshire Gazette: Oct, 30, 1866. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston a. 1 1_01 u. U111,1.1•11 V1 .Jll11111116 1Vl'CL 1.1 Vl1. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. co a LL) (over) 1 Northampton ess 61 Gothic St. e :ent use :ription: 1872 -73 )urce tti e ilitect Exterior wall fabric J. Brown House Outbuildings (describe) In Area no. Form no. 31B -217 residence ,ent owner Gordon and Janett Clark Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Victorian Gothic clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5'. Lot size One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date May 1980 NHC (03-Z. residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 292 -P. 171, 212 -243, Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1873 -74, 1895 -96. Northampton of Today: 1902, pp. 66 -67. 7. Original owner (if known) Jeremiah Brown Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation In 1872 Jeremiah Brown purchased land on the corner of Gothic St, and Allen Place. Mr, Brown was a mason and builder and probably built this house himself. It is shown on the 1873 Atlas. In 1880 William Bailey became a partner of Mr. Brown, and five years later they bought the Porter Nutting brick yard property of North Elm St, and went into the brick making business. Soon they were making 3,000,000 bricks a year and employing 100 men. The firm had some of the largest contracts in the city and built Forbes Library, the High School, Belding's Silk Mill and the South St. School among others. Mr. Brown was also prominent in local politics, serving two years in the common council, was an alderman three times, and served two terms as Northampton's third mayor in 1889 and 1890. The house is two stories tall, and basically L- shaped with a one and -a -half story rear ell. Both of the steeply pitched gable ends have one -story bay windows, while the crook of the L has a two -story tower with polygonal roof and finial. A one -story porch with turned posts and brackets frames the bade of the tower, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 ess 11 Allen Place Exterior wall fabric Brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features Window pediments and arches executed exclusively in brick; 2% stories; porchs in relation to nearest cross streets ana other buildings. Indicate north. v 9 MAIN SIRfr DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant f;z- MHC Photo no. i(N-45.) St 41.11S 7: coj �L. 5. Lot size: In Area no. Northampton Form no. 31 -2 c.1885 Registry of Deeds; 1884 95 ourceAtlas of Northampton One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 25 teet Approximate distance of building from street 5 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Northampton Hi stori cal 'LIVEcjrmm ission Date May 1, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Swwue t� Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development rid ce Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significanbe (include explanation of themes checked above) One of two Gothic brick residences on 'lien Place, this two story house was built about 1885 for Samuel C. Browne The residence facing the 1885 house was built about 1883 by William Bailey and Jeremiah Brown and sold to Samuel Brown in 1897. Brown and Bailey owned a brick works which supplied brick for commercial and residential buildings in the 1880's and 90's. Two other brick residences on Allen Place are also their work. The house at 11 Allen Place is very English in character. Window pediments are executed in brick and are only attached to the facade rather than integrated into the plane of the brick wall© Pediments and dripstones are reproduced in a blunt, almost comical fashion. The massing of the structure is effective, however. A taut hexagonal bay Modifies the rectangular form and narrow windows in the bay emphasize the vertical the dominant axis of the Gothic. The hipped roof is low and broken by gables in the south and west facades. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of ►reds, Hampshire County: 965.291, 963.508 852.391 786.428, 786/433 4 9 323.277, 292.171 212.243. Walker's 1884 Atlas of Northampton; 1895 Atlas of Northampton. 3/73 ,Y FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 1. Town Northampton (over) 3. Description: Date 1911 Outbuildings (describe) 6. Recorded by Organization Commission In Area no. Address Elm St. Smith_ campus Name Northrop House Present use college dormitory Present owner Smith College Source Smith College Archives Style Georgian revival Architect Charles A. Rieh of New York Exterior wall fabric b e.k none Other features white wooden trim, dormer windows, porch connecting with adjacent dormitory, Gillett House Altered no Date Moved no Date Form no. 3 i B 2-? 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Robin Stroup Northampton Historical Date March 23, 1977 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use same as present Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked.above) Northrup House is a four story, neo— Georgian, Smith College dormitory. It was built by Charles A. Rich and opened in 1911. The house named for Birdseye Grent Northrop who garduated from Yale in 1841 and from Yale Divinity School in 1845. He served as a pastor of the Congregational Church in Scxonville, Massachusetts for ten years, as a member of the Massachusetts Board of Eduacation, and as a member of the Connecticut Board of Education. Ja -pan entrusted the education of its first students in the United States to Birdseye Northrop. Like Edward Gillett, Birdseye Northrop was named in Sophia Smith_'s will as one of the original trustees of Smith College, He served in this position from 1871 -1898. Northrop House is identical to Gillett House in elvation, style, ar'. materials, except that the "L" shaped plan is reversed, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc, Smith College Archives 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other b1dings Indicate north. NL FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Rc6,.= DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 1. Town Northampton Address Elm St., Smith campus Name Gillett' House Present use college dormit Present owner Smith College 3. Description: Date 1911 Source Smith College Archives Style Georgian revival Architect Charles A. Rich of New York Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features white wooden trim, dormer windows, porch connecting with adjacent dormitory, Northrup House Altered no Date no Moved In Area no. none Date Form no. 31 2 -2 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Robin Stroup Organization Northampton. Historical Commission Date March 23, 1977 X 85 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use same as present Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Gillett House is a four story, neo- Georgian, Smith College dormitory. It was built by Charles A. Rich and opened in. 1911. The house was named. for Edward Bates Gillett (1818 -1899) who graduated from .Amherst in 1839, and from 1 arvard Law School in 1841. He was a prominent lawyer, a member of the Massachusetts Senate in 1852 a member of the State Board of Educatio] from 1872 -1878 and a trustee of Amherst College from 1861 -1906, Sophia Smith appointed him in her will He was one of the original trustees and vice president of the Smith College Board of Trustees from 1871 -1899. This red brick building is distinguished by its "L" shaped massing, white wooden trim, slate roofs, and dormer windows. Dentils and cpo quoining further articulate the planar wall surface. A porch with Tuse' doric columns runs parallel to Elm Street connecting Gillett to its mirrc,a image in plan, Northrup House, which,is identical in elevation, style and materials., FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Organization Date "NTTT' and 1 .979 A N Recorded by T. Stroll!, and F, T, ncoi n Outbuildings Moved Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 31r -2 'ort'� a�1nton �.7 nrosnect St. cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate, north. Source Smith C'ol1erre Archives en— C'eorcai an Dormi_tory Smith C'ni?.ede Name Lamont onse iginal esent ip: Private individual Private organization Smith oi'_eue Public W Architect '_1.1.i_am an d reof.frey 1 Exterior wall fabric Dnr -nj_ tory Major alterations (with dates) Date ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) Lamont TTouse Was built by William and Geoffrey Platt in 1955. Tts rectangular massinc, red brick walls with white wooden trim make this four-story structure reminiscent of Georgian architecture. The main entrance is marked by a white wooden portico which rests on two poly gonal piers with Ionic capitals and a flat entablature. In the ground floor of the eastern side are large areas of glass which permit a close interior exterior relationship and show the influence of modern architectural HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (e)plain the role owners played in local or state history devices, and how the building relates to the development of the community) Both this house and Lamony Bridge were named for Florence Corliss Lamont of the class of 1893. She received her M.A. from Columbia in' 1898 and an honorary Doctor of Laws from Smith in 1952. She served as honorary chairwoman of the Smith College Sounselors in 1951 and 1952© At her death in December 1952, she bequeathed $1,200,000 to Smith. Lamont was built on property ofiginally owned by the Jonathan Humt family who owned the site of 45 Elm and thence to Prospect St, The Edwards House whoch stood back from both Elm and Prospect was razed. This was a handsome Gothic structure represented by Oliver Larkin in the Murals he painted for the Manse, (The second house, from the corner in Larkin's imaginary reconstruction of Round Hill Rd.). BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Smith College Archives. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Organization Date cross streets and other or geographical features. Indicate north. NHC 1978 and June 1980 Team Architect Outbuildings (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Name Source federal o rt 1 o.,.1I Style Approx. acreage Recorded by E Lincoln and E. Lonergan Setting 41 Elm St. iginal residence esent dormitory Public :iginal owner PTION: early 19th century Area Form no. 31B -224 E. Clark House ip: Private individual P Si i a C tion Enos Clark Maps and visual evidence witl, 2. LIc,<ArlorJS Exterior wall fabric clapboard Major alterations (with dates) rear addition Moved Date one acre or less Smith College Archives. ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 312 stories in hiehgt with pedimented end to Elm Sts The tympanum is covered with flush boarding and has a double 2 over 2 sash window, while the pediment and cornice are supported by modillionso The symmetrical facade has a central entrance with fanlight and flanking pilasters, covered by a one story pedimented portico supported by cham- fered posts. The windows are rectangular with '2 over 2 sashes and plain moldings. The southern side of the building has a two -story colonnade attenuated columns with pseudo- Egyptian capitals. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This house.occupies 'land that first came "nto the Clark family about 1710. Increase Clark established his homestead on this property at the house that formerly stood at the east corner of Bedford Terraces Pis osn Deacon Elijah succeeded to the homestead and lived upon the plat 1730 -1791. Elijah's youngest son, Enos was nar:ed the 27th deacon of the First Church in 1818 at the age of 39. He re this office until 1832. At that time the Edwards Church was forted and he was chosen their first deacon, a position he held until his dea h in 1864. It seems probable that Enos established Lis homestead here on a portion of his father's homestead in the early 19th century. After his decease the house passed to his heirs who main ained tbhe property until 1886. At that time the house and lot were sole. to Mary L. Southwick© Mrs, Southwick opened the house as a residence for Smith College students living outside the eollegeo In those years it was called Southwick House. In 1916 the newly established Hampshire Booksop was opened on the first floor and remained in the building until 1918. It was subsequently pur- chased by the Burnham School which had acquires' the Hunt -Lyman House at 45 Elm Ste and was for some years a part of the Burnham School com- plex. In 1968 the Burnham School properties t(re purchased by Smith College. The house was considerably remodeled_ and established as the Eleanor Duckett House dormitory, named for Misr. Eleanor Duckett, em- inent Latin scholar and author, Smith professes r 1916 -1949© Smith awarded her an honorary L,T?,D,q she received h'r D Litt. from Cam- bridge and from the U. of London. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Map: 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases, Registry of Deeds: Bk. 1533 -Po 4, 721 -304, 717 -523, 404 -8 and 100 Antiquities, Historicals and Graduates of Nort'ampton, 1882, pp. 114 -15 and 268 -270, SSION 2. Town NOR.THAMFTON iterature Indians Music Other Development of town /city Architectu }�al reason for inven lying: style (especially interior) End Interior Entrance: Side rr n.: r L /Side Details: Windows: Spacing: rie ll t /Irregular Identical /Varied 5, Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings r1 Street address L.5 Elm Street Name Mary Ellen Chase formerly Burnham House) Use: original present Home- now college dormitory Present owner Smith College Open to public No Date c1810 Style Federal Source of date see Bibliography Architect _unknown (same carpenter as De'7ey Hausc. OR part of Area 3. CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added 4. DESCRIPTION ')UNDATION /BASEMENT High Regular Low Material brick and stucco back front original front section has WALL COVER: Wood clapboards Brick Stone Other b i 'ks hPn'ath rlarronrds_ "brick lined" ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Me.rsara roof' later addition Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 6 STORIES: 1 2 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed several additions- side -n1. PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 PORTICO pillared front doorRatenny yes FACADE: Gable end: Front /side Ornament Irregular Cluster Elaborate Photo Date 197 SEE REVERSE SIDE 3' 3.22LI front door Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards 6. Footage of structure from street Property has /4.0 feet frontage on street Recorder Miriam E. Peters For Northampton Historical Society RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1. Outbuildings 2. Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominant features Formal panting around house Landscape architect Roderick MadIod and Smith Co11rpe 3. Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Tom, Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern College buildings Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated College opposite Episcopal Church GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OP SITE (Refer and elaborate.on theme circled on front of form) Standing on a part of what vras one of the original grants of land given by early settlers to welcome Deacon Jonathan Hunt, a later arrival from Hartford, this house was probably built in the early 19th century by Elijah Hunt Mills, the last member of the Hunt family to occupy the original land. He was the last of five generations, and was one of four U. S. Senators sent to Vashington by Northampton voters. He is said to have presided at a dinner given for Lafayette at the old Warner House here; and with Judge Samuel Hoge, established and ran the Northampton Law School (see Capen House). After Mills' death it was owned and occupied by a Thomas Napier who cane here from New York in the 1830's, „ar*ong many southerners who arrived at about that time. He was a slav ®auctioneer, an anti-abolitionist, aid called a man of wealth and high society His onnosition to the abolitionist dause is said to have led to the establishment in Northampton of an "underground railroad" station., He is recorded as still living here in the 18)20's although the house was then owned by a Yr. Oscar Edwards, and later by John Huntington Lyman. Mr. Lyman sold it to Miss Mary Burnham in 1877 to establish a school for young ladies vecause of the need felt by the newly established Smith College for better academic preparation for young women t;iching to attend college. It remained part of the Burnham School until that institution moved from Northampton .to a new campus. In 1968 it was purchased by BIBLI and E arliiVCElen Chase House to honor the longtime professor and Lioted author. Smith College Archives Daily Hampshire Gazette December 5, 1953 article and picture The Northampton Book 195h pe 154 Some Old Northampton Houses by Harriet Jo Kneeland, Written for Betty Allen Chapter D.A.R. Northampton, 1909 Form E. 10M -6 -71 -049688 RESTRICTIONS Original Owner° Elijah Hunt Mills Deed Information: Book Number Page Registry of Deeds FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 JKbiLn l�1Ai Draw map showing property's location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by Date Organization 3 -24 -77 and 1980 =historic Name -:Use: Original Present DESCRIPTION: Date Architect 1899 Outbuildings Penn Cilkerson and E. I onerg�.etting "orthampton Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 31:5-225 8 edford Terrace T rewster Touse wnership:D Private individual Private organization :Smith. College Public Original owner residence Source S.D.R. Style ,,Gergian Colonial Revival Exterior wall fabric clapboard Major alterations (with dates) rear additions 20th c. Moved Date ary J. T rewster graduate student housing 7. Original owner (if known) Rhoda D ep uy Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of four large Colonial Revival houses built on Bedford Terrace around the turn of the century. This house was built in 1895 at a cost of $8000 for Mrs. Rhoda Deouy. Through directory information it appaers she was the mother -in -law of Charles N. Fitts, the owner of a furniture, carpet and undertaking business on Court St, in Northampton. Mr. Fitts also lived at this address. The design of the house is from R.E. Putnam, a well -known North- ampton architect around the turn of the century who specialized in Colonial Revival plans® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1900, 1905, 1915, 1918. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 28, 1895, p. 4. Hampshire Daily Gazette, Nov. 30 18950 INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMaSSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being' continued below. Community: Northampton Form No: 31B -225 Property Name: 1rewster House Architectural Significance "three over three" pattern, in which each second floor window is aligned with a matching opening at the first floor level. The Main entryway, fanlit with flanking sidelights and pilaaters, is supported by white Doric fluted columns. A second story room was later added above the porch roof. Two other side porches (east service, west formal) were added at a later date. A polygonal bay window which projects from the west side of the parlor interrupts the taut rectilinear massing of the rest of the house. Staple to Inventory form at bottom FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ent use :ent owner :ription: Jurce 12 Bedford Terrace Depuy -Fitts House residence Smith College Colonial Revival 37M -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. n (over Date ess e aitect Northampton Exterior wall fabric R.F. Putnam Outbuildings (describe) Other features Organization NHC In Area no. Spfld. Daily Republican Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: X One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan May 1980 clapboard Form no. 31B -226 (e o 7. Original owner (if known) Rhoda Depuy Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of four large Colonial Revival houses built on Bedford Terrace around the turn of the century. This house was built in 1895 at a cost of $8000 for Mrs. Rhoda Deouy. Through directory information it appaers she was the mother -in -law of Charles N. Fitts, the owner of a furniture, carpet and undertaking business on Court St. in Northampton. Mr. Fitts also lived at this address. The design of the house is from R.F. Putnam, a well-known North- ampton architect around the turn of the century who specialized in Colonial Revival plans. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1900, 1905, 1915, 1918. Springfield Daily Republican Dec, 28, 1895, p. 4. Hampshire Daily Gazette, Nov. 30 1895. FORM B BUILDING' MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston z. 371 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess Date ent use ent owner :ription: 1897 3urce iitect Other features 6. Recorded by In Area no. Northampton Outbuildings (describe) Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Approximate frontage M. Warner House NHC Organization May 1980 residence Form no. 31B -227 26 Bedford Terrace Smith College Spfld. Daily Republican Colonial Revival Exterior wall fabric clapboard E. Lonergan Date Date Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 25' Coq 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Maria E, War e residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of "four large Colonial Revival residences built on Bedford Terrace around the turn of the century. This one was built for Maria Warner in 1897 at a cost of $8000. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases, Springfield Daily Republican Dec, 31, 1897 p. 10 Northmmpton Directory: 1900, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 116;1111 MIT 11111111111111111f 1111111 37M -7 -77 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 .ess e ent use ent owner ription: Architect Other features In Area no. Northampton 32 Bedford Terrace residence Smith College 1895 -1900 nurce Atlas and Directory Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) May 1980 clapboard Form no. 31B -228 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: X One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1900, 1905, Charles R. Pomeroy residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) This is one of four large Colonial Revival houses built on the north side of Bedford Terrace around the turn of the century,, The first known owner of this house was Charles Pomeroy, a horse trainer, who is listed here in the 1900 directory. By 1918 this was listed as the Bedfo' Lodge apartment house. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ess ent use :ription: 3urce iitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no. 1B -229 Northamp ton ■11r11®®®'tc I II nuassicinua.rila mi. Ns iipin 36 Bedford Terrace 3 Mrs. Pomeroy's Residence for residence ;ent owner Smith College 1900 Tudor Revival x May 1980 NHC College Girls brick Date Date Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan W J 7. Original owner (if known) Charles R. Pomeroy Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of four large Colonial Revival houses built on the north side of Bedford Terrace around the turn of the century. The first known owner of this house was Charles Pomeroy, a horse trainer, who is listed here in the 1900 directory. By 1918 this was listed as the Bedfor Lodge apartment house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1900, 1905, 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Elizabeth Pomeroy residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x J Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1900, 1905. This uniquely designed residential building occupies a prominent corner site at State St. and Bedford Terrace. It was built in 1900 as "Mrs. Pomeroys Residence for Codi1egeGirls" at a cost of $23,000. It has been well maintained and provides a bit of visual contrast to the Colonial Re7ival houses on Bedford Terrace, and small commercial buildings on this end of State St. In the 1900 directory Elizabeth Pomeroy and her husband Charles lived next door to this site at 32 Bedford Terrace. However, by 1905, her hus- band had died and Mrs. Pomeroy was living in this block. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Inds; ate north. 37m 7 77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) Moved In Area no. Form no. 31B -230 Northampton BSS 71 State Street St. Michael's School ent use Vacant ent owner Roman Catholic Bishop of Springfield ription: 1909 )urce on building Jacobethan dtect John W. Donohue Exterior wall fabric brick and terra Outbuildings (describe) Other features Alteredrear addition Date 1929 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre 3.1 A Approximate frontage 350 feet L, Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April, 1980 Date cotta 7. Original owner (if known) Roman Catholic Church Original use school Subsequent uses (if any) and dates vacant since 1975 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education X__ Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation X 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Northampton's parochial school system was established in 1891 to serve the needs of the growing Catholic population. At that time the church, St. Mary's, was located on King Street (between the present -day Church Street and Hooker Avenue). Former Mayor John B. O'Donnell pur- chased, on behalf of the church, the Shady Lawn property, which consisted of two residences and what was perhaps Northampton's most picturesque structure, "the Gothic Seminary". This romantic "wedding cake" struct, had been built in 1835 as an early school for girls. Its design led to the renaming of the street: Gothic Street. In 1848 the property was purchased by Lewis J. Dudley who ran a private boy °s school, "the Northampton Collegiate Institute until 1862, The Clarke School for the Deaf got its start here in 1868, but moved to its present Round Hill site within two years. After that it served as a "rest" hospital, Shady L awn e In September of 1891 the "Gothic Seminary" was reopened as Ste Michael's School under the direction of the Sisters of Ste Joseph. The school was named for Northampton's second Catholic priest, the late Fro Michael Barry, who had been the guiding force behind the establish- ment of parochial schools. A school in Sacred Heart parish for French children was also opened in that year. By the early years of the century, the increase in the enrollment had led to overcrowding at St. Michael's, John W. Donohue, the diocesan architect, designed a new brick building to replace the old school. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Springfield Republican, March 5, 1944 Centennial History of Ste Mary of the Assumption Church, 1866 -1966, Margaret Clifford Dwyer, 1966 The American Architect, Vol. 100, No. 1829, Deco 27, 1911 The Northampton Book, 1954, pp. 184 -200 INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL CCNKSSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Staple to Inventory form at bottom Community: Form No: Northampton 31B -230 Property Name: St. Michael's Sch Indicate each item on inventory form which is being 'continued below. The new building would face on State Street, and the old building would remain in the rear. The two story school has elaborate brick patterning, using red, black and yellow bricks. Terra cotta is also used, for panels, spandrels, cartouches, mottos and banding. The large central entrance is Jacobethan in design and is flanked by three -story crenellated towers. The entry way has a heavy oak door with tapestry moldings, a leaded transom and ceramic tiles in the vestibule. This school was illustrated in the December, 1911, issue of The American Architect, along with Mr. Donohue's library for the Indian Orchard neighborhood in Springfield. John William Donohue was born in Springfield, Massachusetts, on June 1, 1872, and lived here his entire life, dying on March 4, 1944. After graduating from the local high school in 1887, he worked in the civil engineering department of the Boston and Albany Railroad. Later, for a period of seven years he worked for F.R. Richmond, a prominent Springfield architect of the late 19th century. In the early years of this century Mr. Donohue set up his own practice. For over twenty -five years he was the official architect for the Roman Catholic diocese of Springfield, which included all of Massachusetts west of Worcester County. Almost every town of any size has a structure designed by him. He also received several commissions in Worcester County, as well as at least one in Rhode Island. The first third of the 20th century witnessed the "coming of age" of the region's Catholic population, and Mr. Donohue was repeatedly called upon to build large brick churches, schools, hospitals, rectories and convents. His designs include studies in Jacobethan Revival, the neo- Gothic Revival, known as Collegiate Gothic, Classical Revival, and a northern Italian flavored Romanesque Revival. In Northampton Mr. Donohue also designed Annunciation School (1925) on Beacon Street in Florence, as well as St. John Cantius' Church (1912) on Hawley Street, and Sacred Heart Church (1916) on King Street. By 1927 St. Michael's was experiencing difficulty fulfilling its role as a school for students from kindergarten through high school. The old Gothic Seminary was demolished and a new St. Michael's High School was constructed. This was connected to the rear of the 1907 school, which became St. Michael's Grammar School. In 1975 due to declining attendance and financial problems, Ste Michael's was closed. D n 1D T/I 1D 1D TTT T TI T 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS 'SCE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. IISSION 3oston (over) 1. Town Northampton Address 10 Allen: Place Name House Present use Residence Present owner L'1iggins L'ountry Store, Inc 3. Description: Date 1884 Source 1 164 Atlas Style Deeds Style Victorian Gothic Architect In Area no. Form no. 31-233 Exterior wall fabric Brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features red and black brick worked in elaborate and varied patterns; arched windows in 2nd story; gable over door Altered porch added Date Moved no 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 30 feet j oN O 4 .7 6. Recorded by' C. Dibi e Date Approximate distance of building from street 10 teet Hi C OrganizationNo rthamp ton Historical °4 14q Commission Date M4y 1, 1915 C9+ 5 7. Original owner (if known) William Bailey Original use re i dence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) d Jeremiah Brown Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, 13230287, 1179.104, 829.421, 782.501, 6190217, 49 379.359. Walker's 1884 Atlas of Northampton. William McDonald, Smith College. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) One of a pair of small but exquisitely executed Gothic bticic houses, the cottage at 10 Allen Place is English in feeling and derviation. A simille polychrome effect is achieved through the use of red and black brick. Stringcosrses worked in elaborate patterns provide textural Variation a.ad incorporate the paired pointed windows and the bay below theal into the wall surface and facade. The steep incline of the overhanging roof adds to the verticality of the design developed by the arched windows and several gables. The house was built between 1883 and 1SR4 nn Mg,v 20 1sP'_ Registry William Bailey and Jeremiah Brown purchased from Ebenezer Strong of Deeds, a plot of land in Allen Place 6 °with the brick shop thereon situate 3790359. in the southerly side of the _1ane.,e° The house appears, to the east of the brick shop, in the 1884 atlas of Northampton. 3/73 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch oz outw it% in relation to, nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. c=1 LJ Q (over) e Date ess 49 Gothic St. ;ent use ;ription: 1860's In Area no. Form no. 31B -237 Northampton residence gent owner Alfred Flibotte ource Atlases and visual evidence hitect Italianate clapboard Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features flat roof, wide eaves, frieze cornice window heads. Altered front porch adrla 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Lonergan NHC 12' May 1980 cfCc 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This two story, flat- roofed house was most likely built during the 1860's by Abial Eastman, a carpenter. Mr. Eastman is shown as the owner of this house on the 1873 Atlases Gothic St. received its name from the "Gothic Seminary" which had been built in the mid 1830's. The street was one of several, including State St., Masonic St. and Center St, that were laid out in the 1830's and 1840's to provide more building lots for the expanding town. A number of fine residences remain from the second th'ird of the 19th century on Gothic St., but not, unfortunately, the seminary. This house has a projecting cornice with wide eaves, a plain frieze and heavy molded cornices. The first floor of the facade i^ covered by a later porch with hipped roof and gabled entrance, 1 2 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 a:d 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 136 -P. 81, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 794 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 J1CC ll.tl mAr Draw map showing property's location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. (7) "ov. 1977 and June 1980 Town Northampton Present Architect Outbuildings 156 Elm St. "Historic Name M.D. Ward douse Use: Original residence wnership: Private individual Private organization Smith College Public Original owner DESCRIPTION: c. 1880 dormitory (Staple additional sheets here) Sourcoteg. of Deeds and Atlases Style 1h(- 6e -(Arr Co-4 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Approx. acreage Recorded by E. Lincoln and E. Lonergan Setting Organization MT_ Date rear addition- 20th c. Area Form no. 31R-240 Moved Date James C. Ward one acre or less 6 97 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features an evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in hieghtwith slate, truncated hip roof. The three -bay facade has a central, gabled pavilion which contains the main entrance, A frieze with double brackets encircles the house and is used in the gable of the pavilion. The first floor of the facade is cov- ered by a porch, both ends of which have been glassed in. The central section projects beyond the pavilion and features Tuscan columns on pan- eled pedestals and a turned balustrade, HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE ('explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1865 James C. Ward purchased a large tract of land west of Elm St, abd bounded by the Mill River that became known as "Paradise Paradise Road was soon opened and lots sold for residential develop- ment. Mr. Ward had his own house on this street, however, by 1885 he had died and his widow Yargaret was making her esidence in this house at the corner of Paradise Rd. and Elm St. It's possible the house was built in 1881 when the Wards took a mortgage or this property. In 1896 this parcel was sold to Stn John's Episcopal Church to be used as a parsonage. Twenty years later, in 1916, Smith College bought the property. It was first used in 1917 as a cormitory. The 1922 dir- ectory lists this as one of the Elm St. Group, consisting of 146, 150, 156, 164 Elm St, and r"rso Esther E. Carman, head of the Group, resided here. In 1936 this became the first Smith Collece Co- operative house. At this time it was renamed Tenney House, in hcnor of Mrs. Mary Smith Tenney. In 1895 she and her brother Justin Smith bequeathed to the College the house which formerly snood at the E<putheast corner of '3ed- ford Terrace and Elm Stn When Alumnae House wEs built at that site in 1936, the name was transfered to 156 Elm St. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1873,1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 723 -P, 165, 486 -341, 47F -335, 381 -414, 363 -414, 228 -370 and 385, 214 -74, 16 -2620 Smith College Archives. 'sTorthampton Directory: 1875 -76, 1885 -86, 1895 -S'6, 1900, 1922, 20M -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 ti SKETCH Are Draw map showing property's location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Organization Date NI TC 1977 and June 1980 Town \ddress historic Name Use: Original Present Ownership: El Private individual Private organization Smith College DESCRIPTION: Date Source Reg,. of Deeds and Atlas Style V ictorL�n,J Architect Original owner Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Recorded by E. Lincol and E Lonerga Setting Northampton (Staple additional sheets here) 150 Elm St® Public c 1884 Major alterations (with dates) Area Form no. 31E -241 residence dormitory James C Ward clapboard Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features an evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories tall with high hipped slate roof.,- The slope of the roof has three dormers with inset pediment designs in their gables and brackets. The projecting eaves are supported by brackets on a vertical board frieze. The three-bay facade has a pro jecting central entrance topped by a patterned balcony. A one story portico with flat roof, chamfered posts and arche d openings covers the entrance. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1873, 1 1895 and 1915 Atlases. 'TOrthampton Directory: 1875 -76, 1885 -86, 1900, 1905, 19150 Ragi.stry of Deeds: Bk. 512 -Po 102. 432 -215, 393 -383, 388 -4810 Smith College Archives. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1865 James C. Ward purchased 'a large tract of land west of Elm Ste and bounded by the Mill Rvier that became known as "Paradise". Para- dise Road was soon opened and lots sold for residential development. Mr. Ward built his own house on the street, however, by 1885, Mr. Ward had died and his wodow *Cargaret was making her resftdence in the house at 156 Elm1%aon the corner of Paradise Rd. The 1884 atals shows both of thes e houses owned by firs. Y. Ward, and a mortgage taken on this property in 1884 mentions the "new dwelling thereon In 1890 this house and lot were sold to Erma Bonney, who in turn sold the property to Smith College in 1998. Tre house seems to hve bee n rented by Smith College to a series of persons including Clara Allen, who ran a small shop on the premises. In 1917 this house was first usdd as a dormitory for the College and was part of the Elm St. group, which included nos 146, 150, 156 and 164. 20M -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSE TTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 srn DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. RECEIV J 0 1975 Northampton ess Elm between Paradise and College Lane e C. B. Ferry Cottage ent use Residence ription: 1874 Daily Hampshire Gazette )urce 11/17/74 s.s Cottage Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric wood Outbuildings (describe), none Other features cross gable with wood framing; vertical board siding in gable; paired chimneys; later bay Altered addition rear, Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 80 feet Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet 6. Recorded by Organization Commission Date In Area no. Form no. 313 -Zy3 ent owner Smith College C. Dubie Northampton Historical August 1, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Original use C. B. Ferry Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Built on the Paradise tract in 1874, this cottage on Elm Street is one of 5 built bordering Paradise Pond in the mid-nineteenth century. The Gazette in November 1874 noted, J. C. Ward is about to erect a house on his Paradise lot fronting on tlm Street nd adjoining the house of Moses Brewster. The house is designed for the use of Rev. Mr. Ferry, Unitarian pastor. The house will be of the cottage style, similar to, but larger than, the Brewer House." (The Brewer cottage to the east was was built for Ward in 1865-71.) Half a dozen cottages were built at this period on the perimeter of Paradise Pond; Those remaini g possess the steeply pitched roofs and decorated gables characteristic of oottagesMyling in the 1860 and 70's. (Gone are the elaborate gingerbread effects of the first flowering of the cottage craze.) This cottage and its twin to the east are well proportioned; the decorative elements are small in scale and somewhat flat, and the chimneys, while appropriately tall, are quite plain. It seems unlikely that W. F. Pratt designed this cottage and its neighbor. While the Gazette does make mention of Pratt's designing a cottage for J. C. Ward, that cottage probably stood on Paradise Road. The flatness and small scale of window cornices and brackets in these ttages contrast with Pratt's bold and often heavy handed treatment of these elements in his own designs. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) ly H shire Gazette, November 17, 1874. Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1. Outbuildings 2, Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominant features on college campus Landscape architect Smith Coll e 3, Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom. Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern ac ademic Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OF SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) Named for Judge Charles A. Dewey, one of Northampton's distinguished citizens who built the house in 1827 and whose heirs sold it and much of the original Smith College campus to the newly established college in 1871. The house then stood on the site of Gateway House (demolished 1970 to make room for the new art building,) which vras built as a residence for the first President of the College. Dc.7ey House was twice moved- once to the place where Seelye Hall now stands, and then in 1898 to its present site when the ell was added to make room for more students. In 1975 it housed the entire college of "fourtenn young ladies'' T7110 were Smith's first students. As the Dewey residence, the house saw much of the social life of the growing town, and among the leading people of the time who were entertained there were Rufus Choate, Daniel Webster, Harriet Martineau, and Jenny Lind. The J>>dge's first wife, who lived only a year after their marriage, was Frances Hersha;r of Northampton. His second wife and much beloved hostess was Caroline Clinton, the sister of De Witt Clinton of New York. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Smith College Archives, including articles from the Hampshire Gazette Daily Hampshire Gazette, November 19, 1953 RESTRICTIONS riginal Owner: Judge Charles A. Dewey &reed Information: Book Number Page Registry of Form B. 10M -6 -71 -049688 0 ,S FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary. State House. Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ✓1 w rr p r° r DO NOT WRITE IN' THIS SPACE US GS Quadrant MHC Photo no. R E�'EI\ 5M- 2- 75- R061465 301975 ED 'ASS.fs °,T.C (over) In Area no. Form no. 3i Northampton ass Elm between Paradise and College Lane J. C. ward Cott agP nt use ReM dpnre ;nt owner Smi th Cnll ege 'iption: 1865 -1871 Registry of Deeds, 228.385, urce 283.369 s Sot Cottage j-u u nitect unknown Exterior wall fabric w o o d Outbuildings (describe) none Other features cross gable with wood framing; vertical .board siding .in_ gable; later bays and Porches Altered addition rear Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre 80 feet Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by 50 feet C. Dubie Organization Nn rthamp ton Hi to ri ra 1. Commi ssion Date August 1, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) this picturesque cottage was built for J. C. Ward sometime bet-wean 1865 and 1871„ Ward purchased the 66 acre tract knowrt as "Paradise" for $9 in 1865; the tract was developed by Ward over the second half of the century. (The name 'Paradisen was probably attached to the property as the result of a remark made by Jenny Lind who on a visit to Round Hill, gushed, "This must be the Paradise of America) Ward conveyed a parcel of land to te Hamlin fa June 1871 with the two story cottage building erected on said lot.' Half a dozen cottageswere built at this period on the perimeter of Paradise Pod; those remaining possess the steeply pitched roofs and decorated gables characteristic of cottage styling in the 1860s and 70 (gone are the elaborate "gingerbre:d" effects of the first flowering of the cottage craze©) This cottage and its twin to the west are well proportioned; the decorative elements are small in scale and somewhat flat„ and the chimneys, while appropriately tall, are very plain. It seems unlikely that W. F. Pratt designed this cottage and its neighbor. While the Gazette mentions that Pratt is designing a cottage at Par:dise for J. C. Ward in 1866, this residence probably stood on Paradise Road© The flatness and -rail scale of window cornices and brackets contrast wlth Pratt's bold and often heavy handed treatment of these elem _J. C. War D 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, 228.385; 283.369, 301.317. Beer's 1873 Atlas of Nort2.v.ton. Exterior wall fabric W.. F. Pratt addition u FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4 1Viap. 1J1. art on..w.. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. i Q r t tJ DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 VED (over) v `P 3 0 1975 MASS. T COMM Northam ton as corner Elm and College Lane W. T. Clement House (second) nt use Coll ege rtrri tory, lot owner Smith College °iption: urce In Area no. Form no. 1880 Daily Hampshire Gazette Augu t 21, 1680 -Gcrthirc-/ Second Empire brick and stone Outbuildings (describe) noire Other features '3 gttl ri ea; brick with white stone trimmings; two later Moved nn Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 150 feet 7Q1 Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by Organization No rt hacnp ton Historical Corrmni ssion Date August 1, 1975 C 0.ibie 7. Original owner (if known) W. T. Clement Original use Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Re si dence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 11 411 Conservation Education Exploration/ settle me nt Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) One of W. F. Pratt' s last significant houses, this brick and stone residence was built in 1880 for W. T. Clement. (Clement owned and had built at least one other residence on Elm Street.) The residence is two stories in height with a third story in the mansard roof. The deep mansard with its rich cornice and the white stone window lintels call to mind Second Empire styling. The hoods of the dormers are English and Gothic in character, enhanced with touches of white stone producing a polychromatic effect. Several later dormers are also present in the easterly slope of the mansard. The plan of the dwelling is not wtolly congenial. Two of the dormers face into each other while no windows were planned in portions of the mansard. The interiors were not well planned either; W. T. Clement sold his new residence one year a fter its construction and the second owner B. S. Lyman, proceeced to gut the interior of 9 the brick structure and redesign the floor plan. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, de‘ds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily WI...shire Gazette Auguft 21, 1880 August 16, 1881, September 6, 1881. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 701 FORM 13 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston cent owner Smith College 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ELM 5Tr`EEr L�1 2 j V IN VEN TDKI ED P &Or ETZ_T y J J u DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by In Area no. No rthampton Elm Street College Lane ess Look House` ent use Smith College Dormitory 1891-1895 Registry of Deeds 439.165; ource 1895 Atlas of Northampton f 1 cnitect Queen Anne /Shingle .unknown Outbuildings (describe) none Form no. clapboards/ Exter wall fabr shingles 31C3-2y, Other features central gable with palladi.an wi nclnw; etched glass and sunburst motifs; shingled wall surfaces Altered no Date Moved no Date Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Smit Campus x Approximate distance of building from street C. Dubie Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date JuR EOE V r. JUN 3 0 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) Dwight Be Look Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Resi den ce Do rmi toy Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This residence was built for Dwight B. Look on land purchased from Laura Eager in early 1891 The house appears on the 1895 atlas© The Look House is now owned by Smith 'College but fronts on Elm Street and is a part of the nineteenth century residential development of the street© The design draws on elements of the late Queen Anne and early shingle styles® Shingles are used on the second and third stories of the structure but do not flow across the wall surfaces as in later shingle designs. Later nineteenth century motifs are present in the Palladian window in the central gable and the carved sunburst design in the east facade© Typical of the Queen Anne, the design includes many projecting and recessed bays and por i C z 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 439.165; 1895 Atlas of Northampton Forbes Library. FORM 13 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS I HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) In Area no. Form no. 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings: Indicate north. Present owner Smith College Description: Date acquired by Smith College Source Smith Coll AlLchives Town Northampton Other features four stories; dormers; classical detailing Altered two Date story wing added later Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Ann Gilkerson Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date March 25, 1977 7 U in 1921 7. Original owner (if known) former owner was a private landlady, Miss Maltby Original use scree as present, only under different management Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 7D3 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above This house, along with Hopkins "A" and the original Hopkins House, was owned and operated as a private dormitory by the New Orleans native, Miss Maltby, from 1890 -1921. In 1921, the complex was bought by Smith College. The Maltby group was renamed in 1924 to honor Mrs. Elizabeth J. Hopkins, the first Head of House at Smith. She presided over Dewey House, the first campus dormitory, from 1875 -1890. Hopkins "B" was popularly referred to as the "0wl's Nest." Situated next to Hopkins "A this annex is also an eclectic building dsting from the 1880's. This dormitory is also a four story clapboarded yellow and white printed structure. To the original almost rectangular plan wes added a square, two story addition. Fenestration is regular on the facsde but irregualr elsewhere. Two different sizes and types of fE ce de windows prevail: conventional sash windows of from 4 to 16 panes, as well as tripartite groupings of windows with in inset, diamond shad pF:ne. The elaborately balustraded white wooden porch contains Victorian jig —sew cut brackets and square posts with capitals Hopkins A and B appear to have been built by Miss Elizabeth Maltby when the popularity of her off campus huse at 112 Elm Street justified additional buildings sometime after 1890 and perhaps nearer to 19000 Miss Maltby first approached President Burton in a letter written on November 11, 1916 offering the College her pro at 112 Elm and the Look property at 116 Elm for 120,000 dollars. The College did not agree to the purchase until 19210 Early deeds describe "dwelling house, harn, and all Buildings" 234/307 -8 "dwelling h_use and buildings" 305/82°3 These additional buildings were perhaps remodeled to make Hopkins A ann B 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College AR:.—hives Registry of Deeds: see references to 112 Elm Street, Hopkins House Book 759 po 21 Elizabeth Maltby to Smith College 3 houses and contents. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ;ent owner :ription: anown as Hopkins House Smith College Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate nprth. U 5M- 2- 75- R061465 �2_ l L OV L DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant U gables; pointed, windows with mold- ings; elaborate chimneys; porch 1976 E (over) MASS. HIST. COM In Area no. Form no. 3153 -2 y 7 n Northam tnn 'ess ;ent use Smith College dormitory 1861 Hampshire Gazette, 5 /15/1860 ,ource 6/4/1861, 12/26/1865 mansard with dormers Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre x Approximate frontage Smith property Approximate distance of building from street 200 feet C. Dubie Date 6. Recorded by Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date October 1, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Residence' Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence; 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazette, 5/15/1860 Regi s t of Deeds, Hampshire 234.307, 293.60 305.82 424.97, 517.82. ton Lyman roouing house (c.1890), college Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation dormitory 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This gothic mansion was built in 1861 for J. H. Lyman. In 1859 Lyman purchased from Samuel Hopkins the lot C the dwellinghouse of said Lyman and a year later began building. (Lyman earlier in- habited the 18th century Sessions House and later built a second gothic mansion on upper Elm Street,) In 1866 Lyman sold the residence to Orleana Boker for $13 a high figure for the period. Later in the century a Miss Elizabeth Maltby operated a boardinghouse for Smith college students in the residence. The house was apparently known as Maltby House at that time and this has caused some confusion as to its original ownership. (La.rfayette Maltby, a prominent citizen of Northampton, owned an important Greek Revival structure on Round Hill; that house no longer stands.) Gables, dormers, and elaborate chimneys link the Lyman house to picturesque designs of the period, yet the facade is regular and symmetrical in all respects. Window moldings terminatesin simulated dripstones and, in the upper story, unite tries of pointed windows. A gentle mansard pierced by gables toP: the cubic mass. deeds, assessor's records, 6/4/1861, 12/26/1865. County, 133.126 185.110, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by E. Lincoln and E. Lonergan Organization Date cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north THHC Oct. 1977 and June 1980 Northampton Area Form no. 31B-248 f Deeds; S.D.R. Style Architect Outbuildings Setting (Staple additional sheets here) tip: [Private individual Private organization Smith College Public riginal owner Charles B. 'Kingsley Exterior wall fabric Approx. acreage R and S. Skinner (1902) clapboard Major alterations (with dates) new facade and rear addition 1902 Moved Date one acre or less HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1863 Charles Kingsley, a Main St. druggist acquired an acre of land. Soon thereafter he had his large reisdence built on this site© After Mr. Kingsley °s deahh his son maintained this property until 1899 when he sold it to Smith College. A few year later, in 1902, at a cost of $25,000 the homestead was remodeled and adapted for student living. It was named by the College for Eliza Appleton Haven who had left the College a large bequest. Although not a resident of Northampton, she had graduated from the College. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1869 County Nap, 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk, 521 -P, 263, 418- 19 and 125, 213 -270, 163 -2250 Notthampton Direcotry: 1860-61, 186869, 1885 =86. Smith College Archives. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 29, 1902© 20M -2/80 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important arch.tectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within c ununity) Today one mainly sees the 1902 additions, designed by architect Rand Skinner, with the original house sandwiched in between. The whole presents a pleasing aspect though and reflects some of the elegance and comfort of Southern architecture, particularly in the gracious, pillared double veranda on the eastern side of the house and classical decor in the dec- oratthve panels. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5 -73- 075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 1. Town 'Northampton Address 84 Elm Steeet Name Elizabeth Drew House Present use Smith College :,oard of Present owner Smith College. 3. Description; brick Colonial Date e„ 1750--:##4 Source Deeds Architect In Area no. Form no. Admission Style Two story Cape Colonial Exterior wall fabric Painted Brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features Dormer windows added Altered Dormers. Interior Moved 5. Lot size: Campus One acre or less Approximate frontage Date Date 6. Recorded by E. T. Lincoln Over one acre 50 ft. Approximate distance of building from street t0 ft Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date Oct. 1977 �cc� Benjamin S. Lyman original owner and builderiinherite 7. Original owner (if known) by William Lyman 4 an officer in the Revolution Original use Homestead Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence for students. Tea Room 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) who -died in 1774 laaving the house to his widow Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 84 Elm Street Elizabeth Drew House, The Bras. Knocker The house now called Elizabeth Drew House was acq' ired. by Smith College in 1960• First used by Smith as a dormitory for Graduate Students, it was named for Elizabeth Drew, Author, scholar, and pr)fessor of English at Smith College. It has recently been reassigned t the Office of Admission. From 1827 to 1885 it was the parsonage for the Ed•'ards Church, purchased by each succeeding minister of the church. In 1 85 it was purchased by Lydia Tucker who ran an off campus house for Sr.ith College students called miss 't'ucker's. Purchased. in 1895 after t:e death of Miss Tucker by 1..iss Edith Parker it was renamed The Brass Knocker. miss marker ran it as an inn. Purchased after miss arker's 'c eath in 196::. by Sm th College. In his Reminiscences of Old ldorthamaton..,1902 Henry S. Gere writes that this house was built by Benjamin S. Lyman. page 11 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeei, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Register of Deeds Books 57/158 1827; 80/574 1837; 104/62 1844 1848; 170/313 1857, 186/19 1857; 393/33 188`,; 477/3 1895; 1418/343 1960 3/73 ry RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1. Outbuildings Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominant features ,Spare formal planting along street frontage Landscape architect Smith College 3. Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom.. Venetian Gothic Mansard Richar sonian S.Vtodern (College buildings) Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated college GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE Or SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) The Smith College Archives give no firmly documented facts concerning this house, but from the referebces listed it would seem to have been built in the late 18th_ century by a William Lyman and occupied by that family for some years. In the 1850's it was the "parsonage" (or manse) of a Dr. Gordon Hall, a local pastor, and in the 1880's was used as a residence hall by Smith College and called Tucker House because of the :roman who ran it. Later it became a public inn, used largely by visitors to the college; and in still later years and up to the 1960's was called the Brass Knocker and managed by Miss Edith Parker, In 1967 it vas purchased by Smith College as a residence for graduate students and named the Elizabeth Drew House in honor of Miss Drei, a visiting lect'Jrer at Smith for over 20 years, until her recent retirement and death. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Smith College Archives Daily Hampshire Gazette June 8, 1852 Nov. 27, 1883 s Rev, Solomon Clark, Antiquities, Historicals and Graduates of Northampton Gazette inting p Nort a:ipton, 18 RESTRICTIONS Original Owner p' obably Val 1iam Lyrnn Deed Information: Book Number Page Registry of Deeds Form B. 10M- 6.71 -049688 �6 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and buildings. Indicate north. 20W5-71415074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 1. Town Northampton Address 76 Elm Street Name E. W &Plc n. I o use. Present use Residence Present owner Smith College Description: Date 1889 Source Deeds Style --been--Anne- C i(a- F TS11fl Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 318251 Nov. 1977 Two story frame Wood none Altered no Date Moved no Date 50 ft x 100ft One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 ft Approximate distance of building from street 25ft Ea T. Lincoln Northampton Histe Comm 1°1 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Elizabeth :larvis Hopkins Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education X Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation V0A14 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 4 Miss Elizabeth Hopkins was revered Head of Dewey House from 1875 -1890. S L In 1889 Miss Hopkins nurchased a strip of land 50ft x 100ft from Eiss Lydia Tucker who owned the property at 84 E1m adding triangular pieces from abutting properties to aline the property with Elm Street, She built the house, probauly in that year. She willed the property to her friend Eleanor Cushing who was professor of Mathematics at Smith College. Miss Cushing owned and occupied the house from 1897 to 1922 when she sold it to Smith College. Of this house Karl Putnam wrote: 76 ELM STREET, about 1889, one of the last of the Queen Anne houses and one of the most pleasing to look upon. An ingenious but simple d.'_sposition of roof over a room arrangement that was typical for twenty -five years after 1900. An early in- stance of curved plate glass in the f.:.ont window group. Karl Putnam, Comment on Buildimss. Np. Nd. Smith College Archives 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, de ds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Register of Deeds Book 423 p. 23 1889 Lydia r2. Tucker 'o Elizabeth J. Hopkins 781 431 1922 Eleanor p. Cushi2.g to Smith College Register of Probate Box 298 No 26 Eliz. J. Hopkins to E eanor Cushing 1L9! 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings.,tzdicateeorth. Present owner Smith College Description: Date 1910 Smith_College Archives c CtiCtC_ I vcy Date 1947 1 7 ,0 1 442 'f „is 'a+Ip� iiri DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no, (over) Town Northampton Address Elm Street, Smith campus Name John M. Greene Hall Present use institutional assembly hall Architect Charles A. Rich, of N.Y.C. Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features temple front facade; brownstone trim; round arched windows 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Approximate frontage In Area no, Form no. -318 Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 108 6. Recorded by Ann Wilkerson/ Robin Stroup Organization Northampton Hist orical Commission Date March 25, 1977 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use same as present Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education X Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military Humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked. above) Funded in part by an anonymous friend of the College and by John D. Rockefeller, the building was dedicated at the ceremonial of President L.Clark Seelye's retirement. The assembly hall was named for Rev, John M. Greene, at whose suggestion Sophia Smith acted in founding Smith College. In, 1947, the interior underwent an extensive re!odelling. Completed in 1910, John M. Greene Hall cont:.ins_Smith College's largest interior assembly space, w$th a seating capacity of 2,225. Chasm A. Rich of New York designed the red brick'and trownstone structure, which was built by Hurton Hemenway of Boston. A Roman temple facade- raised podium, six fluted Ionic columns, and fastigium- fronts the main body of the buidinge In plan, the auditorium resembles a truncated cross, with an added semicircular wall on the rear side. This Elm Street_ institutional building, incorporates strictly symmetrical design elements from several historical styles. Large, yellow framed, round arched Palladian windows permit the entry of much light on the upper sides of the building. On the facade, clE.ssical egg and dart brownstone entablaturesar1 moldings frame each of the three pairs of doors. The center pair is surmounted by a small curved, Renaissance inspired pediment. In the fastigium above is another Renaissance motif, a brownstone rosette. Windows along the top of the facade, and those of the lower sides are conventional sash windows. Below the broadly sloping pyramidal roof is a dentilled brownstone cornice. Briclt circular and lozenge patterns decorate the wall area immediately below the cornice. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, dee Is, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ?li \O (7\' (over) 1. Town Northampton Address Elm St., Smith campus Name Al»mi a House Present use college alumnae meeting place Present owner Smith College Description: Date 1938 Source Smith College Archives Style RC vtua� Architect Frederick J. Woodbridge, of Evans, Nuui e, WuuL1L (A11 Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features' Greek Revival details, such as Doric temple front, and mender pattern lintels Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage In Area no. Form no. 3 t B2r3 Approximate distance of building from street 1 09 6. Recorded by Ann. Gilkerson /Robin Stroup Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date March 24, 1977 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use same as pre s c -nt Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ }iumanitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Built in 1938, the original purpose of Alumnae House was to< provide attractive and comfortable club rooms for 20,000 alumnae and for students of Smith, with facilities for entertainment and the transaction of Smith affairs. In addition, the building was to provide a headquarters for the Alumnae Association, as well as provide suitable conference room for up to 250 persons. Basically Neo- Colonial in style and massing, but with Art Deco detailing The Smith College•Alumnae House designed by N. Yo architect Frederick J. Woodbridge (Amherst '21), is overlaid with a veneer of Greek ornamentation, The brick structure consists of two cube shaped buildings with truncated pyremidEl roofs of Vermont slate connected by a lower one story, glass walled gallery. The larger south wing, three stories in height with dormer winc.Ows, contains office space for the Alumnae Issociation, Based on a Greek tholos` shape with Doric columns, its entryway is set to the left side of the Elm Street facade. The fenestration is _a a typical three over three Colonial pattern, composed of sash windows with flanking shutters. The smaller north building, one and one half stories in height, °'was designed to accomodate up to 250 persons in a suitable conference room; the principal entryway on Bedford Terrace is fronted by a columned Greek Doric temple front. The first floor windows are large, rectangular, and multi paned; the smaller windows above are hexagonal i:a shape. Marble lintels and a string course running along the second story are inspired by Greek meander patterns. To the rear of the main building, a wrought iron balcony contains within its grillwork the elm tree, the official seal of the Alumnae Associa- tion. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.)_ Smith College Archives ent owner ription: Albright House Smi th Col 1 p xurce .__Smith College Archives Queen Anne /Tudor Architect_ illiam C. Brock Exterior wall fabric brick woo d FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets an other buildings. Indicate north. Y 1hv DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant SNIT\- LO LLE (s -E c.rrr1 u S Q V) (over) Outbuildings (describe) Other features 31 stories; ornamental end chimneys; gables; dormers; half- timbering in end gable Altered no Moved no 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C. "Dubi e Organization Northampton Historical Date In Area no. Form no. 314 -253 30 feet none Date Date Over one acre 500 feet x Commission May FIT I11j� E JUN 4 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Dormitory 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Smith naLLege Dormitory Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Albright House was built on Bedford Terrace in 1899 =1900 for -smith College, at a period of expansion. The College had been in Northampton for 25 years since its founding by Sophia Smith and its location in the city which offerred $15,000 to attract the school. Albright was designed by W. C. Brockelsby, architect of numerous Smith buildings. Albright relates to Tyler House, 1897; in its massing and style, although the half timbering in the east and west facades.is an added decorative element. Like Tyler, Albright is a horizontal mass balanced by vertical chimneys and sculptured gables. Window openings are evenly spaced and treated as simple brick arches. .21 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.,) Smith College Archives FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 2 1J1 GLVV 1.1..11 J1 1jLLL1U1L1s LJL.0..1,1VL1 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. "`Indicate north. Present owner 3. Description: Date1908 Source Smith College Archives Style Neo- Georgian Smith College 20M -5- 73-075074 MHC Photo no. B. pti_71't►� loot S� Present use college dormitory (over) 1. Town Northampton Address Bedford Terrace, Smith campus Name Baldwin House Outbuildings (describe) none Other features three stories; white classical detailing; pitched roof I DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant One acre or less Approximate frontage In Area no. Form no. j 8 S3 6. Recorded by Ann G-ilkerson one acre of N.Y.C. Approximate distance of building from street Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date March 26, 1977 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use same as present Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Opened in 1908, Baldwin House was named for William H. Baldwin Jr,, Harvard 1885, President of the Long Island Railroad Company 1896 -1905, Trustee of Smith 1898 -1905, and a public S pirited philanthropist and civic refirmera His wife we Ruth Standish Bowles Baldwin, B.A. Smith (1887), Secretary to President Seelye 1888 89, and Alumnae Trustee 1906 -26, 27 -32. Mr. Baldwin's influence provided $200,000 to increase the endowment and to build John M. Greene Hallo This Neo-G-eorgian four story house is of brick construction, with a pitched roof. The alternating dark red and black brick pattern creates a subtle checkerboard surface pattern. White trimmed 12 pane sash windows are regularly spaced along the facade of the building, which is of a simple "L" shaped plan. Other Neo-G-eorgian features include massive paired rectilinear chimneys and blank fanlit pedimented dormers. The formally arranged facade includes first floor bay windows flanking the classically detailed porch of balustrades, Ionic columns, and a baroque undulEting pediment. The fanlit door is flanked by two smaller round arched windows. Above the porch at the second floor level is a round brick arch with an inset, white shuttered window. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives 3/73 E t FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date brtha ipton esent TION: cross streets and other buildings Date 1904 or geographical features. Indicate north. E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 Architect Outbuildings Setting 8 Gothic St. c Name People's Institute iginal club ip: 0 Private individual Private organization People's Institute of Northampton Public Source S.D.R. (Staple additional sheets here) community building iginal owner Home Culture Club Style Southern Colonial Exterior wall fabric brick Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Area Form no. 31B -261 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The building is two stories in height with slate gable roof, and elbowed end walls with double diagonal stacks projecting above the roofline. The front slope of the roof has seven gabled dormers with round headed windows, while the facade features an over -sized recessed portico with fluted Ionic columns, On either side of the portico is a pedimented pavilion of 22 stories. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) George Washington Cable moved to Northampton in 1884. The foremost Southern novelist of his day, he was also an out spoken -civil rights advocate, and prominent speaker. Not long after settling here Mr. Cable initiated what he called the Home Culture Club, whose object was to "introduce culture into the homes of all people". that began as a small reading and discussion group quickly developed into several neighborhood groups. By 1894 the Club had been endowed with a Club House on Center St., and by 1896 the activities hart expanded to 75 chapters all over the country and all "looking to Northampton and Mr. Cable for inspiration and guidance in their reading" t "The Private Home is the Public Hope" became the Club's motto, and Mr. Cable's vision of creating "impulses to betterment among all classes of Northampton" rippled beyond the reading circles. In 2892 he founded the Evening School for Adults, which offered citizenship and language classes to immigrants, and academic subjects to wage earners who had not completed high school. With a staff of Smith College volunteers he created the Home Arts Program, where women could learn the "Domestic Sciences From Andrew Carnegie Mr. Cable procured a healthy endowment for the local Garden Competition "to stimulate people to better their ow n dooryards. The popularity of the program grew until eventually Z000 households were competing for its annual awards. In Z904 a new headquarters was constructed for the Home Culture Club on Gothic St This cost $40,OOOand was primarily paid for by Andrew Caregie, who came to Northampton in Z905 to dedicate the new building. The James House, a mid -19th century residence next door to the headquarterson Gothic St. was also incorporated into the organization. The name was changed to the Peoples Institute of Northampton in Z909 and the building became a full- fldged community center. In addition to evening and Home Art classes there wre elocutionists and lecturers on such varied subjects as Shakespeare, English-- ca th- edrals and milk consumption. There were Z5 -cent suppers followed by free entertainments, a children's Saturday morning hour and meeting spaces for Scouts and the Girl's City Club A Labor Exchange was also sponsored through which employers and prospective employees might meet, and a hot lunch program was instituted for school children whose parents BI BS R o and /or REFERENCES Continued. Z895 and Z9Z5 Atlases. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 3Z, Z903 and Dec. 3Z, Z904. VaZZey Advocate June ZZ, Z980 p. 2. 20M -2/8O INIJENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL CCWSSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. Historical Significance. The building housed a library with separate men's and women's reading rooms; a parlor and fully equiped kitchen for parties, dinners and teas; a theatre; an assembly hall;" a room where one may rest ";bathrooms; and a pool room. Mr. Cable died in 1925 but the People's Institute has continued until today, although with a slightly more narrow focus. Staple to Inventory form at bottom Community: Northampton Property Name People's Insti Form No: 31B -261 '1 I7-- FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. HC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 MAIAi 51fEE1 O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant Northampton ss 42 Gothic Street Justus Boies House —J c\w4e,5 nt use part of People' S Institute ames" House In Area no. Form no. 31 -z(4 nt owner The People's Institute .iption: c. 1850 irce The People's Institute Greek Revival. Architect! William F. Pratt. Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) none Other features portico with free-standing Ionic columns; pedimented windows, 7rench windows in front facade. rear Altered additions to Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street 5 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Northampton Historical. Commission i Date May 1, 1975 J(( rer) V 4 1 9/5 Mgss 11/4 7 comm., 7. Original owner (if known) Ansell Abell. Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This residence in the Greek Revival style was built at the junction of Tappan Lane (Gothic Street) and Lyman Lane (Trumbull Road) in 183.8 On January 1, 1839, Ashahel Abell sold to Ansell Abell "all that certain part of Tappan Place on which he has recently erected a dwelling house." Miss Dwight° s Gothic Seminary abutted the lot to the south; later in the century Tappan Lane became Gothic Street, the name reflecting the architectural style of the seminary building. The body of the structure, painted white, is brick. Stone lintels and pilasters fashioned of brick define the wall surface. An enclosed wooden pediment with later window projects from the brick body of the house and is supported by square =based pilasters, also of wood. A wooden addition appears at the rear. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, 1540.379, 227.81, 205.278, 163.387, 96.329, 84,13. Atlas of Northampton, 1884. 3/73 7. Original owner (if known) Justus Bo' es Original use Residence 7)3 Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence, part of People's Institute 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ li The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This fine Greek Revival residence was designed by W. F. Pratt and constructed prior to 1850. It is now known as the James House and is part of The People's Institute. The People's Institute was incorporated in 1396 as the Home Culture Clubs; in 1909 the name was changed to The People's Institute. The Institute has long been a vehicle for self improvement in Northampton. "Work among the immigrants was a special pursuit of the People's Institute... George Washington Cable, the author, was the moving spirit of this charitable venture which was largely supported by his friend Andrew Carnegie. The Home Culture Clubs were designed to improve living and home making conditions among the poorer families of the city. In 1905 Mr. and Mrs. Carnegie came to Northampton to dedicate a new building for which Mr. Carnegie gave $70,000. (This large brick structure adjoins the James House.)" -The Northampton Book 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) The People's Institute, file of clippings on James House. The Northampton Book. Daily Hampshire Gazette, December 26, 1865. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston unknown Outbuildings (describe) in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. mA Q a cornices on windows L numerous additions, iz, Altered si dp s rear Dae r=' DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 1 MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 Northampton Myer Sharpe David Morse, :nt owner Robert 0 stberg .iption: c. 1668 Other features roof with deep bracketed overhang; bay windows, sides; bold Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 30 feet Approximate distance of building from street 10 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Northampton;' Historical ommi ssion (over) 4 iy 441188 H/s Com In Area no. Form no. 3i 6 ?(s,3 May 1 1975 7/Y V small cement garage 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence S. G l skin inn Subsequent uses (if any) and dates parsonage 'i�thidi t Chhrch�'' 1$71 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This bracketed house was built between 1861 and 18/1 for S. G. Dickinson, a local merchant. Dickinson built a block of stores, still standing, on upper Main Street in 1n6e© bona F. Pratt was the architect of the commercial block and may have been responsible for this house on Center Street as well, The Methodist Church acquired the property in 1871 and used the house as the church parsonage for a number of years. (The Methodist Church was located on the lot to the south, where the Elks Hall currently stands.) Pres:ently used as an office bgilding, the house has been well maintained. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) H y. shire County Registry of Deeds: 1692.195, 1445066, 117:047, 1087.327, 9980231, 973.96, 819090, 379 ©429, 323 284 121, 243.307 (plan), 24303070 Beer's 1873 Atlas, Walkers 1884 Atlas. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 Moved Setting c Name i ginal •esent Northampton 43 Center St. Public PT ION: 1913 1914 Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Area B.P.O.E. Hall B.P.O.E. Hall B.P.O.E. Hall lip:EtiPrivate individual Private organization riginal owner B.P.O.E. cross streets and other buildings Date or geographical features. S.D.R. Indicate north. Source Style Classical Revival Architect Exterior wall fabric stucco Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Date one acre or less Form no. 31B -270 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) 7 The building is T- shaped with the long leg facing Center St. Each end is pedimented, with the front pediment projecting beyond the facade and supported by a two -story colonnade with thick Tuscan columns and patterned balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) The Elks Home was constructed in 1913 -14 at a cost of $40,000. It was built on the site of the former Methodist Episcopal Church and since it is located at the foot of Masonic St. has a long line of sight to Main St. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases. S rin field Daily Republican Dec. 29, 1913 and Dec. 28, 1914. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Architect ;tit use Residence c. 1870 Exterior wall, fabric Second Empire 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. /1101 c.� r n. 5 ma 1 •R r''11-1N ST, DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. r vLJe ✓-t-t (over) :Ss rnrnpr State Center Street mt owner Cooper' s Dairyland of Northampton, Inc. �iption: Other features In Area no. Form no. 3 1 1/41 Northampton Outbuildings (describe) n.one H. Jones, local 2 stories plus mansard; modest brackets; pediments over windows; entrance portico Altered additions Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Commission Date 10 feet C. Dubie Northampton Historical October 15 1975 RECE MAY 5 1976 7. Original owner (if known) Charles H. Jones Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This Second Empire style residence was built on State Street around 1870 and may have been designed by local architect C. H. Jones. Jones purchased the lot with buildings from Joseph Davenport in 1866 for $1700. Earlier deeds indicate that there were structures on the parcel of land earlier in the century, so the residence with deep mansard roof is probably the product of the late 1860's or 1870 C. H. Jones was just beginning his career as an architect in 1871 and may have .designed the simple but bold townhouse as an early project. Jones, who went on to plan numerous residences in Northampton as well as several commercial blocks, sold the parcel on State Street in 1884, for $3400. The structure is strongly vertical in its orientation, with the mansard serving as the third story. The mansard is emphatically curvilinear unlike many in Northampton. Pediments appear over windows and a later portico shelters the State Street entrance. 7/C. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 385.134, 236.2, 222.95. Atlas of Northampton, 1884. 3/73 other builaings. 20M -5- 73-075074 /IA //V 51)teE DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. R ISSION oston ,(OVer)1975 MASS. HIST, COMM, In Area no. A Form no. 3►\3 -2 1. Town Northampton, Mass. Address Main and Center Name First Church of Christ, C n regational Presentus Church Present owner First Church of "Christ 3. Description: Date 1877 -1878 Source Daily Hampshire Gazette v Style Gothic—Revival-High Victorian Architect Peabody and Stearns Exterior wall fabric Brownstone rockface with smooth trim' Outbuildings (describe) none Other features Richly stenciled interior with hammerbeam roof, iron columns, Tittan r windows and ocher fine stained glass windows. Splendid Altered spire. no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x. Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Northampton Historical \f D Commission Date March 10, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) First Church of Christ Original use Church Subsequent uses (if any) and dates none 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation --Helen Searing 7/7 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 00 The First Church ot Christ, Congregational, stands on the site of the third meeting house ot 1737 -1822 he Victorian structure of 1877 was designed by the Boston firm of Peabody and Stearns, who also did a number of buildings at the time for Smith College. The church is an outstanding example of the creativity and originality connected with the Gothic Revival for it is not so much a revival as an interpretation of 13th century architecture in 19th century terms. The same oversized scale and simplification of details that was noted in the Smith Charities building may be seen here. In contrast to much 1870'''s architecture, the building is basically monochrome but it is polytexturai, for the rockfaced texture ot the brownstone walls is contrasted with the smoothly cut brownstone trim. There are some intensely glowing Tiffany windows and the interior as a whole is extremely rich. Slender iron columns support exposed timber beams and the whole is generously stenciled in the deep colors Victorians loved. The patterns created by the stenciling are abstractions of natural forms." 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) May 7, 1878 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5 -73- 075074 MHC Photo no. 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. t L_- LPC v F DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) 1. Town Northampton In Area no. Form no. 31 B ago Address') College Lane (north side) Name Present use Residence Present owner Smith College 3. Description: Date Source Style Architect Outbuildings (describe) Other features Date -Th RtiV. two story frame Exterior wall fabric Clap board Altered Moved. altered. Date 1909 Moved 1909 Date 5. Lot size: Campus One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street loft. 6. Recorded by E.T.Lincoln none Organization Northampton Hist. Comm. 118 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was moved from #70 Elm Street in 1909 when the site was chosen for John M. Greene Hall. It was relocated on College Lane, north side above Paradise Pong ,serving first as residence for the head gardener (Franklin King, Sr.) a__d then for Dean Bernard and Dean Nicolson. The original site on Elm Street -was granted to Award Baker in the 17th century, Buildings in the early years are unrecorded. It was the property of Francis He toddard in 1861 and was known subsequently as the Stoddard House. Stoddard's predecessor on that site Aaron Breck who purchased land in this area in 1831 may have been the builder. Smith College rented the house between 1888 and 1909 to Dr. Copeland, a local chusiciano The Co elands moved when the h use was moved to College La my reference to this move is Miss Olve Copeland who lived in the house when it was at 70 Elm. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Register of Deeds Book 420 page 501 1888 John L. Stoddard to Smith College 199 203 1861 Moses Breck to F. H. Stoddard 70 202 Aaron Breck to l::oses Breck 66 600 1831 Daniel Smith to Aaron Breck 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Present use college dormitory Style Architect Outbuildings (describe) none Date eGkk 141 e- DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 1. Town Northampton Address Smith campus Present owner Smith College 3. Description: ,E.-a,,i c�v Date ought in 1898 (fi S CA.j Source Smith College Archives Colonial Reviv Altered yes; later additions Moved no 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Approximate frontage In Area no. Form no. 1 1 c( Green shutters; complex Date Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Ann Gilkerson/ Robin Strou: Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date March 24, 1977 7. Original owner (if known) Christ United Methodist Church Original use parsonage Subsequent uses (if any) and dates bought by Smith College in 1`,98 converted into a dormitory and opened in 1899 S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion x Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives 1f 't O /P7 0 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Opened by the College in 1898 Wesley House was named for the founder of the Methodist faith, in deference to the building's previous use as a parsonage for the adjacent Christ United Methodist Church. 1J This three story white clapboarded and greenshuttered house located behind the Christ United Methodist Church was acquired, along with the neighboring Haven House, by Smith College in 1898. The two buildings were then enlarged and converted into student dwelling houses. The several later additions to this small house are evident in the active massing, numerous porches, and complex roofline of Wesley House. The basic shape is that of a narrow oblong box intersected by abroad gable. Except for a plain cla wooden gable molding, the decoration is quite severe, although an occasional jagged row of shingles alternates with the clapboarded wall surface. Fene- stration is for the most part symmetrical; conventional sash windows, with six or eight paned upper sections and one piece lower panels prevail. A small sloping copper sheath .ed roof separates the first and second floor porches of the main entrance FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Ttoric Name Architect Hampshire House SKETCH MAP Draw map showing property's location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan ,TLHC 3 -24 -77 and June 1980 __:,n Northampton nership:a Private individual Private organization Smith College Moved Setting Present Public Original owner DESCRIPTION: Date Source Outbuildings (Staple additional sheets here) lounge for off- campus 1900 Exterior wall fabric Area Form no. 31B-305 students ^ary L. Southwick Major alterations (with dates) interior remodeled- 1968 -9 Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The building is two stories in height with hipped roof, a wall gable on the facade and a 21/2 story gabled projection also on the facade. Black brick is used to outline the arched lintels of the projection'.s openings, while brownstone is used for the sills of all the windows. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This large brick structure first appears on the 1915 atlas, At that time it appears to be a carriage house for the large house which was situated in fron t of it at 6 Bedford Terrace, This house was built in 1898 ®99 for ^Vary and Elbridge Southwick. rr. Southwick was a commercial traveller for the Belding Brothers Co., silk man- ufacturers. The brick carriage house was probably built at the same time. About 1920 the property was acquired by the Burnham School and seems to have served as a laboratory. In 1968 the property was pur- chased by Smith College and converted to dormitory usage. Hampshire House was founded in 1920 as the, "Let Us Be Acquainted" (L0U0B0A,) Club. Originally situated in the old Student's Building, the Club moved to the basement of T House, then the basement of Albright 'Touse,and in 1969 to its present location. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 70 Paradise Rd. iginal residence esent nurses home iip: Private individual Private organization Smith College :PTION: Public cross streets ana or geographical features. Indicate north. Date Recorded by E. Organization NHC Lonergan June Z980 Town Source Springfield Daily Republican Style Architect clapboard and Exterior wall fabric wood shingles Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Over one acre Setting Z886 -87 (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton 7 P Area Form no. 371. -13 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two- and -a -half stories taZZ with ridge roof and large gabled dorms cr on the front. The second story of the house is clad with wood shingles, laid in a decorative maniLc'r, while the first story is covered with clapboards. A one -Story porch wit; shed roof, gabled entrance, arched openings with turned posts and balustrade covers the main entrance on the facde and is surmounted by a small hipped roof Porch with turned posts and balustrade. There's also a porch on the eastern side of the house, simiar° to the main porch on the facade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Paradise Rd. was laid out during the late 1860's for residential development. but only had five houses constructed thereon by 2884. During the late' 1880's though, the entire "Paradise" area underwent development. Over the next 25 years most of the present day houses were built. In 1886 -87 this house was built for J.H. Pillsbury, a profeor of biolo at Smith College, at a cost of avout $4000. Prof, Pillsbury soon left the area and the house bacame property of Smith College. For most of the 20th century, this has been known. as "Sunnyside", and has served as the nurses home, with the infirmary located just across th, street. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Z884, 2895 and Z9Z5 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 2885 -86, Z895 -96, Z905, Z9Z5, 1918. Springfield Daily Republican Jan Z, 2887 abd Dec. 3Z, Z887. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 66 Paradise Rd. c Name S.D. Drury House .ip: CDPrivate individual Private organization Public ^iginal owner PTION: cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by F,, Jnnergqn Organization NHC Date May 1980 (Staple additional sheets here) Dare 1887 Source Spfld Daly Republican Style Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings garage Area Form no. 31C -14 Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less Setting ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two- and -a -half stories tall with ridge roof and large gabled dormer on the front. The second story of the house is clad with wood shingles, Zaid in a decorative manner, while the first story is covered with clapboards. A one -story porch with shed roof, gabled entrance, arched openings with turned posts and balustrade covers the main entrance on the facde and is surmounted by a small hipped roof porch with turned posts and balustrade. There's also a porch on the eastern side of the house,similar to the main porch on the facade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Paradise Rd. was Zaid out during the Zate Z860's for residential development, but only had five houses constructed thereon by Z884. During the Late 1880's though, the entire "Paradise" area underwent development. Over the next 25 years most of the present day houses were built. In 2886 -87 this house was built for J.H. Pillsbury, a profeor of biology at Smith CoZZege, at a cost of avout $4000. Prof, Pillsbury soon left the area and the house bacame property of Smith CoZZege. For most of the 20th century, this has been kn1 as "Sunnyside and has served as the nurses home, with the infirmary located just across the street. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 2884, 2895 and Z9Z5 Atlases. Northampton Directory: Z885 -86, Z895 -96, Z905, Z9Z5, Z9Z8. Springfield Daily' Republican Jan Z, Z887 abd Dec. 3Z, Z887. ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories tall with slate hipped roof and 22 -story gabled ,..pay.lion on the facade. A one -story porch with shed roof turned posts and arched openings with cut -out sra.ndrels covers the front of the pavilion. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Paradise Rd. was opened during the late 1$60 s but didn t receive much develop ment until the late 1880 s. It was during the latter period that all of "Paradise'', the arear extending west of Elm St. to the bluffs overlooking the Mill River, was developed for residential purrosE :s This house was one of four "cottages" built on Paradise Rd. in 18$7. It was built for S. Dwight Drury at a cost of *3500. Mr. Drury as the "reasurer of the Northampton Istitution for Savings, and later became pres- ident of this institution. He maintained his residence•nere into the 1g20s. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1918, 1930, 1922. S pf1d Daily Republican Dec. 31, 1887. 1 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1. Town Northampton In Area no. Form no. p i a 16 Address Paradise Road, Smith campus Name Elizabeth Mason Infirmary Present use college infirmary Present owner Smith College 3. Description: Date 1917 Source Smith College A #chives Style Neo— Georgian Architect Karl S. Putnam, of North&mp— ton Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features three stories; hipped roof; white stone details Altered yes; wings Date 1944; 1951 added Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Ann Gilkerson Organization Northampt on Hist orical Commission Date March 26, 1977 ��4 7. Original owner (if known) Smith C n1J g prnrprty hfJ nnged to the Hoadley family Original use same as present Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural X. Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes c cked ab(me) The present Smith College Infirmary was completed in 1917, on property formerly belonging to the Hoadley family. Mr. Frank Ha Mason of Akron, Ohio and the Alumane Association funded the 36 bed facility, which opened in 1919. Named for Mr. Mason's daughter, Elizabeth Mason Howland, Smith '04, the original building wEs designed by Taylor Putnam of Northampton. In 1942 -43, a temporary wooden wing was built to accomodate the wartime Navy WAVE training program. This structure was demolished and replaced by the permanent Dr., Florence Gilman Pavilion, which was completed in 1944° Honoring Dr. Gilman, College Physician from1909 until 1923, the Pavilion was designed by the Boston firm of Coolidge, Shepley, Bulfiich Abbott.' In 1951 a second floor wing was added to the Pavilion. The original three story building is of a basic "H" shaped plan; rectangular wings were added later. The style is Neo- Georgian; red brick is accented by cream colored keystones and lintels. The hipped roof contains Georgian semicircular shaped dormers and oblong chimneys© Directly under the ro 'fline is a cornice of delica' y scaled, cream colored, almost bowling pin shaped corbels. White wooden framed 16 pane sash windows are symmetrically disposed along the facade. The main entryway is composed of a stucco baroque broken curved pediment (with copper roof) supported by Ionic columns and framed by pilasters. Garlands, dentils, and urns, typical of the classicizing vocabulary of Georgian architecture, embellish the porch. To the east side of the main building is a terrace surmounted by broadly proportioned bay windows. The rear eastern wing of the "H" plan houses the Student Couseling Service, while the remainder of the facility is occupied by the Doctor's Office and the Infirmary, Extending to the west of the main building is the Florence Gilman 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Pavilion, This brick section is a more utilitarian variation on the Neo- Georgian style; bricks laid in a diagonal pattern replace light colored keystones above sash windows. The windows are alternately grouped in bunches of one shd three. The top floor was added in 1951 Source: Smith College Archives /74 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Architect Northampton Smith College Campus Clarke House nt use Residence Hall 1878 or c.1890 Smith College Archives/ )urce general style Queen Anne 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. yIINVENTbj Ep 1 L! C til ELM 5 ter �Q v Si Ta1N13 c_Nv Rc.N EPISCOPA-L_ DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ription: In Area no. Form no. 3I D 2 Exterior wall fabric wood- clapboards shingles Outbuildings (describe) none Other features asymmetrical mass w/ gables, shingles; palladian window in central gabled stickwork porch Altered no Moved no 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Approximate frontage Date 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Date Date Over one acre x 135 feet Approximate distance of building from street Organization Northampton Historical Commission MEO T is-- JUN 3 0 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Cherie Clarke Residence Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation. 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This Queen Anne style residence is located on Elm Street and is now part of the Smith College Campus. College archives indicate that the structure was designed by Peabody Stearns for a Charles Clarke, whose summer home it was. There is, however, no documentation concerning the architect. A second possibility is that Smith College, which acquired the property from the Clarke Famil in 1889, had this residence built on the land at that time0 ueen Anne style dwellings of this size and detail were erected in Northampton in the 1890 If the house is in fact the work of Peabody Stearns in the late 1870° s, it represents an extremely advanced design® The wood frame structure is' L-shaped in plan, with Palladian motifs and decorative chimneys typical of the Queen Anne idiom© Lower stories are clapboarded while shingling appears in the gables. A stickwork porch extends around the main masses of the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives; files on buildings© ATlases of Northampton, 1884, 18950 5r CRMPJS L u LLE.Cra 1-Y K} C.L ;ent use ription ource GreenHou se Greenhouse 1895 Smith College Archives -o 0 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMIVIISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. t LM 4 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS' SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ess In Area no. Form no. 3tD -Z No rthamp ton College Lane, Smi th College Campus Architect Lord Burnham' Exterior wall fabric brick /metal glass Outbuildings (describe) none Other features brick cottage with greenhouses attached. delicate metal skeleton with glass "skin" rvl A 1 N Altered additions Date .511LEET Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Approximate frontage Smith Campus Over one acre x Smith Campus Approximate distance of building from street 10 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization No rthamp ton Hi s to ri cal Commission Date JuR EG I \f ED JUN 20 1976 MASS. Hi T. CCiiiiw1. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Greenhouse Smith College Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Politi(_;a1 Greenhouse 9. Historical Significance (include explaw. Lion of themes checked above) Smith College was given the Lyman Plant House in 1896 by the Lyman family of Northampton, as a memorial to Anne Lyman. The Lyman family made later ..nations to expand the greenhouse facilities. The planthouse and attached greenhouses represent one aspect of the College° s interest in providing opportunities for the study of botany© The College grounds, originally laid out by the Olmsted Landscaping firm, contain specimens of rare trees and shrubs. The greenhouse complex includes a brick and stone planthouse with several greenhouse structures attached. The main greenhouse is a metal frame with glass skin enclosing a volume of air. se Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives. Files on Buildings; President° s Reports. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 1. Town Northampton In Area no. Address Elm Street, Smith campus Name Fine Arts Center Present use college fine arts complex Present owner Smi College Form no. Description: Date 1972 Source Smi th College Archives Style modern Architect John Andrews, Assoc. of Toronto (Edward. Galanyk, architect) Exterior wall fabric reinforced concrete and glass; brick sheathing Outbuildings (describe)compl ex of smaller related units Other features sculpture patio; glassed in sheds for studio space; monumental massing Altered 110 Date Moved n Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Ann Gilkerson Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date April 13, 1977 Bold geometric forms® chiefly half cylinders, cubes, and variations thereof® are randomly massed in an expressionistic manner and on a monut mental scale. Ample fenestration in the deployment of wide banks of strip windows opens up interior space acid allows the entry of generous amounts of natural light. The coulyard is covered with a Bawtooth roof of glass a: mirror paned skylights P to direct as much natural light as possible into the 7. Original owner (if known) Smi ±h Col 1 egg courtyard° same as resent Source: Smith College Archives Original use P Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 2 Com -Dosed of three closely connected areas® Hillyer Hall, Graham Hall, and Tyron Gallery® the Fine Arts Center was designed by Edward Galanyk, of the Toronto based John Andrews A Completed in 1972, the $7 million complex includes the Art Department, the Art Library, and the Smith College Museum of Art. The modern style structure of reinforced concrete and glass replaces three earlier buildings of the same names. The original Hillyer Hall was completely funded by the wealthy Northampton resident Winthrop Hillyer, who donated 825,000 towards the 1882 completion' of the building. After hisdeath in 1883 the structure was enlarged and endowed by his sister and brother, Sarah Hillyer Mather and Drayton Hillyer.. In 1910, Smith senior Christine Graham presented the College with a $25,000 check to enable the construction of a large lecture hall. Tyron Art Gallery was built in 1926, the gift of Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Tyrone Mr., Tyson came to Smth in 1,381 and was associated with the College for thirty seven years. He also bequeathed his art collection to Smith upon his death in 1925° The buildings today have kept the appelations of the original structures© Hillyer Hall contains the Art Library and Art Department, while Tyron Gallery houses the College art collection. Along with the lecture hall provided by Graham Hall, the buildings are united around an enclosed sculp- ture court. Hillyer, the larger southern section, is organized on four le- vels. The ground floor includes naturally lit, spacious studios, shop and storage areas, as well as the large lecture area, Graham Hall (capacity 200). At the first floor level is the main section of the 28,000 volume collection of the Art Library, two classrooms, four faculty offices, Art Department Offices, and e student lounge. The second floor incorporates the remaider of the Art Library, including the photo collection, two studios, darkr8'om 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) facilities, and studio offices. A slide room (with over 106,000 slides) a seminar room, s x faculty offices, and a facultylounge complete the fourth floor of Hillyer cello Tyron hall, to the northwest of the sculpture court, provides ample space for viewing and study of the entire college art collection. The er floor contains a spacious gallery for the 18th century collection as we11 as for travelling exhibitions. Storage, receiving, preparation, and conserva- tion areas and a student run rental gsllery occupy the balance of the floor. On the main floor is the 19th century collection, a common room, and museum offices. The upper floor contains three large galleries of ancienrud 20th century art, e. prmnt gallery Qnr7 r.+,,, ID an a print seminar room J Ll LAU V C i LLLL1 l.,LL4 LLVal siVaar: Indians Other tcArr, history Literature Music Development of town/city Architectural reason for inventorying: a. ge- style- history WALL, COVER: Entrance: Side Front: Center Side Details: M L i 1 kP)SCO'flL chuf(CH r 11 1 -1 Pus, 3SION 2, Town NORTHAMPTON h the Use: original present Home- npn side) a college cormitory Present owner Smith College 4. DESCRIPTION Windows: Spacing: o,LJ,aZ/Irregular Identical/Varied Street address Smith College canpiia Name (Nudge Charles A. favrEy Hose Open to public no Daa Style Greek Revival Source of date Architect Ithiel Town OR part of Area 3, CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added TOUNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material brick clapboards' on sides Wood wrier and f'1ii h on i'rorLtBrick Stone Other ROOF: Rid e" Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHDIINEYS: 1 2 3 4 5 Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 PORTICO yes Ralenny FACADE: Gable end: Front side Ornament )4 Greek columns some higher 3 I •7 Smith College records. Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins _perboards 5, Indicate location of building in relation to 6. Footage of structure from street on campus nearest cross streets and other buildings Property has feet frontage on street h1,,,sPcc r 1 �CE) ron f IL:rcR, Recorder Miriam E. Peters Elizabeth Duvall For Northampton Histrrical Sonie +•y Photo Date 1970 SEE REVERSE SIDE re_c 7- RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1, Outbuildings Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Predominant features on collecir' campus Landscape architect Smith CoU:gf 3. Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Roams, Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Morn ac ademic Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OP SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) Named for Judge Charles A. Dewey, one of Norcharnpton's distinguished citizens who built the house in 1827 and whose heirs sold it and much of the original Smith College campus to the newly established college in 1871. The house then stood on the site of Getaway House (demolished 1970 to make room for the new art building) which was built as a residence for the first President of the College. Dewey House was twice moved® once to the place where Seclye Hall now stands, and then in 1898 to its present site when the ell was added to make room for moke students. In 1975 it housed the entire college of "fourtenn young ladies who were Smith's first students. As the Dewey residence, the house saw much of the social life of the growing torn, and among the leading people of the time who were entertained there were Rufus Choate, Daniel Webster, Harriet Martineau, and Jenny Lind. The Judge's first wife, who lived only a year after their marriage, was Frances Henshaw of Northampton. His second wife and much beloved hostess was Caroline Clinton, the sister of De Witt Clinton of New York. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Smith College Archives, including articles from the Hampshire Gazette Daily Hampshire Gazette, November 19, 1953 RESTRICTIONS Original Owner• Judge Charles A. Dewey Deed Information: Book Number Page Registry of Deeds FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston GCE; sr. Hatfield House 1876 -77 Smith College Archives Exterior wall fabric bri ck Outbuildings (describe) none woo "den ''doo rhoo d no Date Date 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. ;Indicate north. 1 IP TF cup Wu USE D Ew e y 40 7O WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) stringcourse; Altered Moved 5. Lot size: N\ RIN sm and dormers; prominent chimney; Less than one acre Over one acre x Approximate frontage on Smith campu s Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Northampton Hi sto ri cal Commi ssion Date In Area no. L Northampton Peabody Stearns of Boston 3 stories; steep gables 100 yards C. Dubie Form no. 31 D °7 JUN 4 79 MASS. HIST. 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use Do rmi to ry Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Do rmitory 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural ac Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) College Archives, Hampshire Gazette, 11/6/1877 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This cottage known as Hatfield House was erected in the early years of Smith College to house its students. The College apparently attempted to simulate family living conditions by building a half dozen cottage buildings, some of wood and some of brick, on the campus. Hatfield House is a 22 story, brick Victorian Gothic with steeply pitched roofs, ornamental chimneys, and prominent gables. Narrow pointed arch windows flank the chimney. The hooded hexagonal bay is possibly a later element. Smith built •its first major building on the hill overlooking Main Street in 1874; College Hall and Gateway House (presidents s house, now demolished) were followed by several Peabody Stearns cottage residences., Smith proposed to educate women to assume their proper position in 19th centur society. Early college buildings reflected concerns with education in Science, Art, Music, and physical education. FORM_ B BUILDING' MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross 'streets and other buildings. Indicate° north. 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Town Northampton Address Smith campus Description: Date 1910 Exterior wall fabric brick In Area no. Form no. 1 7 NameWilliam Allan Neilson Library Present use college library Present owner Smith College Source Smith College Archives Style late Italian Renaissance Revival Architect Lord Hewlett of N.Y.C. Outbuildings (describe) none Other features hipped roof; Renaissance detailing sandstone Altered Yes; several Date 9h wings added; interior Moved remodelled Date nth e o rsPrs, also 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Ann Gilkerson Organization Northampton Historical Commission. Date March 27, 1977 The north wing is executed in a utilitarian style of smooth sandstone blocks with elongated, rectangular sash windows. The recent northwest addi- tion, of brick construction, is shielded by vertical sandstone panels set oui approximately two feet from the wall surface. Windows, regularly set, are modern, single pane rectangles. To the south, the later wing is in a modern brick and sandstone design similar to that of the panel system of the no `n- 'i .g®wi -cn tS ITE 1311 Bows are of a three paned casement design. Original use same as present Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation (continued +-CD of page) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Named for the third president of Smith College, the William Allan Neilson Library was dedicated on May 27, 1910, Construction began in September, 1908. Housing a collection of approximately 664,000 volumes, the open stack library is organized on six levels (three floors, each with a mezzanine). There are five main library areas: the Main Building, West Pavilion, South Addition, North Wing, and Northwest Wing. The "H" shaped building, designed in the late Italian Renaissance Revival style by architects Lord Hewlett of New York, was made possibl through the gift of matching funds totalling 8165,000 from the College Andrew Carnegie. Carnegie. Constructed of red brick with Longmeadow sandstone trim, the building also incorporates pink Connecticut granite and Tennessee marble. Situated on a sloping hillside between Burton Lawn and the open area to the north of Seelye Hall the east facade of Neilson is two stories in elevation, while the west side is three stories high. A hipped roof tops the building. Over the years, the library has undergone xtensive interior and exter- ior renovation. In 1938 the James Mandly Hills v?as added to the north of the original building. This section was made possible by the gift of $350,000 by Helen Hills Hills, Smith '08, in memory of her husband. A south wing was comjletpd in 1962. Another later section is the new wing and second flooi the adjacent Wright Hall. Current (1977) plans call for expansion to the south via an elevated passageway to Alumnae Gym. Primarily a revival of the Italian Renaissance palazzo form, the orig- inal Neilson Library combines large first floor round arched windows with small blank marble medallions in a regular rhythm. At the second floor level, three part rectangular, windows, surrounded by sandstone Greek inspired 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) meander moldings, march across the planar surface of the simple cubic mass The facd.de -and west side entryways are emphasized by pink Doric Connecticut granite columns supporting a sandstone entablature. Volutes and egg and dart moldings drawn from historical precedent further embellish these po coeso A modillioned and dentilled cornice runs around the building, and pulled up into a pediment shaped form above the facade entryway. At the second story level of the facade, an iron acanthus ornamented balcony sur- mounts the portico, while the wall surface receives subtle articulation via inset brick patterning. The first floor sash windows are frameq round arched sandstone moldings o Source. Smith Gbll= proves FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 0 2 ELM 57-, C 2 9 HoPk �NS�i 0 D MHC Photo no. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) Altered Moved 6. Recorded by ent use Dormitory 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Approximate frontage In Area no. Form no. Nca rt hamp ton ess Smith College Campus 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate nort '-'-'`J 0 3 fit Smith College Archives Classical Revival Chapin House Architect Rand Skinner Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) zone Other features 31 stories; colonade supported by Doric columns; brick quoining, stone lintels no Date no Date on Smith campus Approximate distance of building from street 1100 yards C. Dubie 31.E Over one acre X Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date r iR Ju� 7 JUN 3 0 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. —730 iginal owner (if known) Smith Col1egg iginal use Dormitor Lbsequent uses (if any) and dates Lboriginal kgricultural architectural the Arts Commerce Communication Community development hemes (check as many as applicable) Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Dormitory Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Gha in House was built in 1902 =03 and named for Henrietta Sheldon Chapin, wife of L. Clark Seelye9 first president of the College, who served from the founding of Smith in 1873. Chapin is a large three story dormitory of Classical styling. The H- shaped plan features projecting pedimented sections connected by a colonade two stories in height and supported by oversize Doric columns grouped in pairs. Regular fenestration maintains the overall symmetry of the facade. Windows at the ground floor level are recessed beneath brick arches; the third story windows are set apart from the lower facade by a stone stringcoursee All windows carry stone pediments. Dormers, possibly of later date, are present in the east and south facades. 10e Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives. 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch, of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Town Northampton Address Smith campus Name: Wright Hall In Area no. Form no. Present use classroom and office building Present owner Smith College Description: Date 1961 Source Smith College Archives Style contemporary Architect William and Geoffrey Platt, of N.Y. Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features brownstone basement; extensive use of opaque and clear glass; two stories Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Ann Gilkerson Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date March 26, 1977 X 3) 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use same as present Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9e Historical Significance (include explanation of the.nres checked abov Completed in 19b1 from designs o New ork architects William and Geoffrey Platt, Wright Hall was completed with a gift of $5oo,000 from two anonymous donors. The building was dedicated October 20, 1961, to the memory of former Smith President Benjamin Wright. A 300 seat auditorium and a social science laboratory (as well as a language laboratory) occupy the basement level, while faculty offices and seminar rooms comprise the upper two floors of the building. A lounge at the second flo,r level forms a link with Neilson Library, The contemporary style of the building is reflected in the liberal use of opaque, smoked, and clear glass along with red brick, brownstone, and aluminum. A basic "T" sha' plan incorporates three levels, with a projecting basement level auditorium. The facade consists of a contempor,_y stylized two story concrete arcade of, broadly pointed arches, which alternates with a glass wall comprised of aluminum framed panels. The eight regular bays of glass thus formed are opaque between stories, and transucent in all other areas, except for the clear glass surrounding the entryway -o -The two,A facade doorways are crowned by glass panels containing light grey heraldic designs. A thin continous cornice along the flat roof recalls Egyptian architecture. On the projecting east wing of the building, the red brick with white mortar well surface is punctuated only by one centrally placed bay. On the south side of Wright Hall, the upper two floors echo the facade arcade motif, while the basement level is executed in random rusticated brownstone blocks laid Frith pink mortar. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc,) Smith College Archives 1.110T9'• 2 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ‘k V 1 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 1, Town Northampton. Address College Lane, Smith campus Name Cre Ho Present use crew }lolls P Present owner Smith College Description: 1 Date 1920 In Area no. Form no. )11)16 Source Smith College Archives Style Shingle Architect Karl S. Putnam of Northampton Exterior wall fabric Shin Outbuildings (describe) none Other features two stories; hipped roof; aqua trim; chocolate brown shingles %-x.tir m v1,0■.SE,S Alteredno Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Ann Gilkerson. Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date March 25, 1977 13/ 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use same as predent Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Designed by Northampton architect Karl So Putnam and opened November 13, 1920, two story Shingle style Crew House is quite similar in design to the adjacent Boat House, Both are sheathed in chocolate brown shingles, with aqua painted wood trim. But here, the exterior wall pattern" is c-)mr.nsed of alternating horizontal rows of short and long shingles. The interior wood paneled upper floor functions as a dance studio/ clubhouse; the lower floor., partially flooded, shelters the crew shells. The black hipped roof with massive brick chimney shelters simply cut eaves. A qu6 trimmed windows, of two types- sash and casement- are evenly spaced in clusters along the exterior wall surface. Four segmentally arched ?nd keystoned passageways of a somewhat Georgian flavor permit direct access to Paradise Pond at pond level. The massing of the Crew House is almost perfectly cubic, with a slight variation on the east side. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Source Smith College Archives 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 7) 0N �3,, ►t i Altered no Date li Moved nO Date P�k 2 ic rkrel4 1 LL ct 5. Lot size: .J W Less than one acre Over one acre I Approximate frontage o Approximate distance of building from street o DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) L Town Northampton Address College Lane, Smith campus Name Boat House Outbuildings (describe) In Area no. Form no. Exterior wall fabric shingle none 133 Other features one and one half stories; casement windows; small cupola 6. Recorded by Ann G-ilkerson Organization Nor ampton Historical Commission Date March 25, 1977 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use same as present Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military Humanitarian Political Transportation 7 '3 3 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Sited by Paradise Pond, the Boat House was completed in 1911° The building has space for rowing machines, eight 4 oared shells of the College crews, and for canoes and rowboats. The chocolate brown shingles clothing the exterior wall surface reflect the indigenous American Shingle style. A horizontal elevation and one half stories) of the oblong box shaped plan, a gently sloping hipped roof (toped by a small square weathervFned cupola), and a slightly stepped out baseline a flourish reminiscent of Henry Hobson Richardson) contribute to the compact mass of this simple building, Utilitabian 12 paned casement windows, framed by aqua painted wood`,'°are regularly grouped in twos and threes along the planar exterior 14'8.11 surface. Other aqua wooden trim includes the machiz. )cu eave boards and entry pergola. The pergola is supported by a pair of Doric columns and framed by pilasters. On the north and south sides, a rectangular bay projects slightly from the otherwise taut wall surface© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) College AY•chives Q P7 Q FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings.) _hIndicate north. f9' J/ J/ ,1 ''iLER l\gr 5'`• cPco\P DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 1. Town Northmoton Address 51 College Lane, Smith campus Name: Faculty Club In Area no. Form no. 11 Present use faculty center Present owner Smith College 2. Description: Date 1960 Sou Sm th College Archives Stylec ont emporary Architect William and Geoffrey Platt, of LT N.Y.C Exterior wall fabric brick (older sectior- clapboard Outbuildings (describe) none Other features flat roof, rismatic masse strip windows; older sec Colonial Revival clapboarded,' pitched root' house Altered yes; new wing Date 1960 added Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Ann Gilkerson Organization Northampton Historical Commissi0.n Date March 29, 1977 73'1 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use same as pr. Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Completed in 1960, the Faculty Club on College Lane overlooks Paradise Pond. Designed by New York';grchitects William and Geoffrey Platt, the complex incorporates an older, white clapboarded Colonial Revival house at 51 College Lane. This house, with grey shutters, a grey shingled, pitched roof, and a traditional "three over three" facade arrangement of three siecond floor windows placed directly over two forst floor windows and the central portico. The pedimented and trellised porch is supported by square, machine cut posts. This structure was probably built around the turn of the century. The flat roofed center and north portions of the Faculty Club are constructed of white painted brick, executed in an austerely modern stylt_ One long strip window, screened by a decorative iron grate, is the only fenestration on the street fac�.dee The main entra_ :1ce is in the lower, one story central section. The pondside perch of the split level northern section of the building is opened up by the use of large glass panes which comer ±se most of the west __wall. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7-77 4. 1\lap. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1. Town Northampton Address 51 College Lane Name In Area no. Present use Faculty Club Present owner Smith College 3. Description: 2 story clapboard Date 1879 81 Style Cottage Architect Unknown Exterior wall fabric Wood Outbuildings (describe) No second i orm Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: Campus One acre or less 6. Recorded by E. T. Lincoln Date Nay 1979 Form no. �I Faculty Center (Little House) Source Maps and Street Directory Other features Now Attached to the new Faculty Center building. See Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 8 feet OrganizationNorthampton Hist. Comm. 73� 7. Original owner (if known) Charles A. Maynard Original use Superintendent's Cottage Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Dean's House, r•aculty 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military x Political Club Recreation Religion Science/ invention x Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Charles A. iiaynard purchased in l 79 the properties of the Clement and Hawkes manufacturing Co. at the foot of facture of hoes and other garden on the northwest side of what is Riley, machinist, Maynard's employee. In 1917 ?;aynard sold the whole factory property to Smith superintendent of was reassigned to Miss Randall, the College. The house was then occupied by 'ranklin King, the building and grounds at St:;ith. what was then called Mill Lane for the manu® equipment. He built soon after this cottage now College Lane. It was occupied by Daniel In alccut 1940 to building the newly founded College Faculty Club. It was occupied by Dean of the College, for a decade from 1950 1:'60. In 1960 the College built the present Faculty Center which was attached to the cottage structure, when it returned to its earlier fun: as a part of the Faculty Club building. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds Book 732 page 265, 1917 Charles A. Maynard to Smith College Northampton Maps 1873, 1884, 1 Northampton Street Directory 1884 ®5 and following Smith College Directory 1913 and following FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building, location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. QC 20M -5- 73-075074 R Eh) 5.' DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over 1. Town Nnrtbampton Address College Lane, Smith campus Name Clark Science Center Present use college science center Present owner Smith College 3. Description: Date 1966_ In Area no, Source Smith College Archives Style modern; functional Architect Shepley, Bulfinch, Richard- so.., Abbott Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) complex of three connected buildin Other features incorporates Burton Hall (1914) with the two modern bldgs.; red brick, concrete neo- Egyptian cornice Altered Burton Hall Date 1970 renovated Moved n.0 Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre, Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded byAnn G-ilkerson Form no. Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date April 13, 1977 33 1 of the two modern buildings; this design is repeated in slight variation along the other sides of the buildings. Small grey mosaic tiles replace glass at the first floor level along the outer sides of the complex. The functional trend in modern architecture is manifested in the frank expres- sion of the building's interior use on the exterior. Source: Smith College Archives 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use same as present Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Completed in 1966 and formally opened on May 6, 1967, the modern style brick and reinforced steel frame Science center honors W. Van J=1an Clerk and his wife, Edna McConnell Clark (Smith 1909). Mrs. Clark, an heir to the Avon Products fortune„ and her husband contributed $3 million of the over $8 million needed to complete the complex© Situated on College Lane and composed of two modern buildings (McConnell and Sabin Reed), the Science Center was designed by the Boston firm of Shepley, Bulfinch, Richardson, Abbott.and built by the contracting firm of Daniel O'Conne Sons, Inc. of Holyoke. As of the date of completion, this center was them largest building program for science undertaken at a women's college. McConnell Hall, named for Mrs. Clark's father, was first occupied in January 1966 bythe Departments of Astronomy, Mathematics, and Physics. In addition, this building holes the Computer Center, instrument and aparatus shops, classrooms, and a main lecture hall (capacity 200), Connected to McConnell ball by a basement tunnel and second and third floor bridges, Sabin -Reed Hall incorporates the Departments of Bacteriology, Botany, Chemistry, and Zoology. The Science Library containing over 70,000 volumes), animal quarters, special equipment, and a unge area are also situated in the building. Occupied in the summer of 1966, this building honors two Smith Alumnae, Florence R. Sabin (1 3) and Dorothy (Reed) Mendenhall (1895). Mrs, Mendenhall was the mother of Smith President Thomas Mendenhall© Sabin -Reed Hall is constructed on the west side of Burton Hall; the two share a centrally placed,mosaic sheathed, cylindrical elevator. Burton Hall, renovated for the Departments of Geology and Psychology, was dedicated May 6, 1970© It is connected to Sabin -Reed at all levels, (See separate inventory form on Burton Hall) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) The two monumentally scaled four story modern buildings are simple rectangles in plan, set at right angles to one another and connected via an elevEted glass passageway.and a brick and concrete courtyard. Sabin -Reed and McConnell are characterized by planar brick facades organized in a regular rhythm of vertical strip windows inset at the second, third, anc fourth story levels© The large rectangular plate glass windows of the ground level bring interior and exterior spaces closer together. These first floor glassed in areas, echoes of classical porticoes, are recessed behind a concrete entablature and monumental square piers. At roof level, a concrete cornice suggestive of Mayan or Egyptian architecture 3 73 activates-the skyline. This basic design is identical on the facing sides (cont'd at top of page) x FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston CKc 4. Map. Draw sketch or building loeaLiuu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Northampton ;s Smith College Campus Hall Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features trimmings; parapet In Area no. Form no. York Sawyer of iNew York red brick with stone quoining; doric columns; DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant e" tv Moved Srazct r 5. Lot size: (over) Altered no Date no Date Less than one acre Over one acre x Approximate frontage Smith Campus Approximate distance of building from street 200 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Commi ssion Date Northamp ton Hi stori cal 0 ctcREe,EVA ED JUN 3 0 1976 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use Smith dollege Classrooms Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Classrooms 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Seelye Hall was built in 1899 by friends o f 1,a Clarke Seelye (1837.1924) to celebrate his twenty -fifth year of service to the College. Seelye was Smith° s first president, beginning his term in 1873° He was a minister who had been a professor at Amherst College since 18650 Seelye is a three story brick and stone structure with central pavillion and e .hatic stone quoining© Heavy stone string= courses separate the stories and pediments with keystones mark the evenly spaced windows. Stone Doric columns supporting a heavy entablature mark the entrance to the formally styled building. The rear facade features projecting and receding sections, with entrances sheltered beneath arches. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives. Files on Buildings. '2 /7'2 iViap. craw SKULCil 01 uUllul[lg 1ve tauti in relation to nearest cross streets and yother buildings. Indicate north. q FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 S�uTN S,n� DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. i *A11rnL IN L L v� (over) Northampton •ess Elm Street West Street e College Hall, Smith College ;ent use Administration building ;ent owner Smith College ;ription: ource Northampton Book nl-eliitect Moved Organization mission Date In Area no. Form no. 3ID-I 1874 ..75 High Victorian Gothic Exterior wall fabric no Peabody Stearns Outbuildings (describe) Other features distinctive bell tower; brick stone trim; polychrome effects; gables and bays Altere addition Date 150 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie brick stone none Date Lot size: One acre or. less Over one acre x Approximate frontage 550 feet Approximate distance of building from street RECEIVED /APR 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. Northampton Historical Com 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) College classroom but ldi Subsequent uses (if any) and dates administration building Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Smith college, a private women's college, was founded in 1874 as the result of the will of Miss Sophia Smith of gatfield. The college located in Northampton on the hill above Main Street. Later in the nineteenth century several "classical schools.. institutions designed to prepare young women for the rigorous academics of Smith located in Northampton, in the Elm Street area. College Hall was detigned..in 1874 by Peabody Stearns of Boston. The firm was the designer of many early College buildings and of the First Church in Northampton center. College Hall is a fine example of High Victorian Gothic styling. The asymmetrical mass is dominated by a tower and polychromatic effects are produced by the use of brick and stone. The building is theearliest of ,a group of tmith buildings designed by Peabody St earn s and a major element in the Victorian Gothic ensemble giving the college a�' graceful sense of history. Costing $76,000 at the time of its construction, College Hall first contained classrooms, a laboratory, art museum, chapel and social hall. Now an administration building the interiors of College Hall have undergone alteration but the exterior has retained its nineteenth century character. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) The Northampton Book, p. 214 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston M Pr IN Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Smith College Campus Pierce Hall 4. Map. Draw sKeLeu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. MHC Photo no. nvo DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 13 ES u 3 rz et- `y (over) Altered Moved 6 Recorded by C. Dubie Date ZC) Stearns of Boston Other features 2 stories; hipped roof; gables; brownstone trim; molded no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 90 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet Organization Northampton Hi s to ri c41 Commission May 1R ECEI /E D JUN 4 1978 MASS. HIST. C�•1 7. Original owner (if known)__a Original use College Classrooms Subsequent uses (if any) and dates same 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military Humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Pierce Hall dates from 1883 and represents the work of Peabody Stearns on the campus. Modest in its styling, Pierce shares characteristics of Victorian institutional buildings with other structures on the campus. A squat, cubic mass contained by a hipped roof, the structure is brick with stone trim defining window openings, decorating gables, and highlighting the gothic entrance beneath the central gable. Pierce is one of a handful of Peabody Stearns works remaining on the Smith campus, several being lost to fire and demolition. Pierce is adjacent to College Hall, 1874, in High Victorian Gothic style, the first building built for Smith after the women's college chose to locate in Northampton on the site of Judge Dewey° s homestead. Sophia Smith, its founder, was a Hatfield resident who sought to fund a social endeavor through her will and chose an institution to educate women to assume their proper place —as defined by the nineteenth century--in society. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives, Hampshire Gazette, 5/1881 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sxetcn ca DUI m ng 10 4.1.,.x« in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. G r_ iv ST. 5 *ft DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Moved :ss )nt use ription: __ltect ant owner 6. Recorded by Organization Commission Date In Area no. Form no. 31D -►y Northampton Elm Street, Smith campus Lilly Hall College classrooms/ administration Smifih Col l ege Exterior wall fabric brick Victorian gothic /Queen Ann Hartford architect W. C Brocklesby 7 1886 )urce Hampshire Gazette, 6/29/1886 Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 4 stories; irregular massing; gables and tower with tiled roofs; massive chimneys Altered no` Date no Date Sr T 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre x Approximate frontage Smith campus Approximate distance of building from street 30 fPPt C. Dubie Northampton Historical oc JUN it 7976 MASS. HIST, C 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use Educational structure Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ C ommunication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Lilly Hall, named for A. T. Lilly of Florence, was erected on Smith College property in 1886© Lilly was a Florence business- man involved in the Nonotuck Silk Company, Florence Casket Company, Florence Tack Company, and Florence Savings Bank. Lilly was instrumental in the enlargement of educational opportunities in Northampton and Florence. In 1859 he helped establish evening schools in Florence and thitty years later provided the resources for Lilly Library in Florence. In 1886 Lilly Hall of Science was financed by his gifts. At his death in 1890, Hill left his entire estate, estimated at $250,000, to the trustees of the Hill Institute. The concern of local citizens and businesspeople for women's education at Smith was first demonstrated in 1872 when Northamptonites agreed to raise 15 000 to attract the institution to the town. Other citizens like Winthrop Hillyer gave substantial amounts to the institution founded by the will of Sophia Smith. Typical of Smith buildings from the college's early years, Lilly is a large brick and brownstone structure whose decorative elements are prominent gables, tower, and powerful massing. The hall is thus part of a grouping of institutional structures allied through their use of brick and stone, their general style (Gothic and Queen Anne), and their siting on the triangle bordered by Green and Elm Streets and College Lane. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazette, June 22 1886. Smith College Studies in History, Volume XXI, °A Chronicle of Industry on the Mill River," by Agnes Hannay p. 80 -83. camp 7`76 3/73 4 FORIVI 13 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMAMIISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Outbuildings (describe) none Other features deep gables; decorative chimneys; porch with wooden framing; brick stringcourses K- 4. Map. Draw sketch of'builaing iocaliu« in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. L f3 1L. PM. Y (over) ent owner Trustees of Smith College' :ription: Altered Moved 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Approximate frontage In Area no. 1879 -80 Form no. Smith College Archives High Victorian Gothic Over one acre 180 feet x Approximate distance of building from street 75 feet from Elm Street 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date Jun 19w6 JUN 3 0 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 1 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use Dormitory Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Do rmitory S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Hubbard House was named for George W. Hubbard (1818.-1888), an original trustee and treasurer of the college. The building was erected in the period of Peabody Cu Stearns' employment as architects for the school. The Boston firm designed all of the early college buildings including College Hall, Hatfield, Washburn, and Gateway (now demolished) Houses. (see Smith College Archives) Hubbard was one of the early dormitories built at the school and like Washburn and Hatfield, follows a "cottage" plan. Deep gables and chimneys rising through wood framed gabieg create a picturesque silhouette. Porches have boldly turned balusters typical of the Queen Anne style. Smith College (1874) was a pioneer in the development of a program of higher education for women and there was both concern and speculation in the College s early years that excessive intellectual stimulation might harmful to women. It is likely that the College therefore __attempted to duplicate, a home atmosphere in its early dormitories. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives. President's Reports; Files on Buildings. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston College Architect Peabody Stearns Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features deep gables; stone trim; dormers with wood framing; decorative chimneys 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 9J ,E erll rt 5 mat%A..k �,,}r STREE DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. FOR1365 L 113 R.Pt R (over) 6. Recorded by In Area no. Smith College Archives Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre X Approximate frontage Smi th Campu s Approximate distance of building from street 150 feet C Dubi e Form no. 31D -140 Organization Northampton Historical JUN 3 0 1976 MASS. HIST, COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) Smith college Original use dormitory_____ Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Dormitory 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Washburn House was named for k i.l liam B. Washburn (1820-1887), a Governor of Massa and U. S. Senator who served as 'a trustee at the college from 1871 to 1887. Washburn was built in the 1870's at a time when Peabody Stearns of Boston was the firm designing for the College. The facade is typical of Peabody Stearns' work at Smith, with a strong vertical emphasis produced by steeply pitched gables at either end of the building. Dormers and tall chimney stacks are united to achieve a picturesque and cottage -like form. Brownstone is used to define window openings but nowhere does the variety of colors and .textures of materials approach the vigorous polychromy of the High Victorian 6othic college Hall. The building is important both as one of Peabody Stearns' works on the campus and as one of the grouping of later Victorian structures on the campus. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives® Files on President's Reports. 1 -v FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. f 5M 2 75 R06 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 75 Date o* c 1Q35 (over P In Area no. Form no. 3 JUL 1 d 1 1. Town Nc1-4-v\(-,\L\cor-i-ov\ Address S 4r \'sk Co l� Name I'1 1.1 M'1 Yi Q t. VY� fl t l (,(iti1 Present use Present owner S, Cd t (O 3. Description: Date 1310 of Source ccAn.; ics Ocf (�Vvtii`1'� uJ, Qvss�ti Style ll i C A C' tarn.. `�'tn (-c.� c Architect err `CQ acay v.'s o c S Dh Exterior wall fabric e Uri k Outbuildings (describe) Ci Other features tc„s 00(26,�c s `c �c.o r ir.N Cu v.\ ova. b��s `r� �oc6L�cF�• b Eck Altered Sq C u�- Date, �,L,,,,.khc,wt'l Q o�� hen c, f Moved —gyp Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less )c Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street COccLtd Ir S co l(S2 COL,Y y 1 p corded by As, TON( G Orgi ization COI/11Yr f reser Iwbvl oak 6 YNie r Ct tl N✓ti- V -1973 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development ____S_ry\ Hi* Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) X Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Scie nce/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) s 0-F �c5-Oc)v to r l off i c i 6� SM C CotU G (03 "4) 1 l� c j lN oL +eld, h\ +g10 x) a51�� Lt�+,R 4S 1 LAI:; °k& k--\a C Eik) PLVLs,_ Del) C.1,3 w 0.s tL c (IA W" c 3 v,' j 4° 0 \03,5,x +t F, t a. c c. \0 S G.-v `H'r w- 's A l w ivt v1 cis �5 b c X1 s t C� 16A \Jld c C4nr U,.CV1 ti+ co r1 uc J C O.S'c 1 cc.\\ y S c 1 C r ci,, ne.l 1 0 v. S a -�-1 c o (La z I c b'^ v\ow c U6, c�v�i 11,E i 1�R 4 C uj- edl o5: `v+S-§ c'`) ._h c ∎.i vYA b q S. w'�`r� c s; \o v Q(za,_\3c StE,1-r,S 11 LA: v b l b. Ce k0 C r SIu S ace_ Lt aloes. AL_ \f\A c :v1+ c a�,c l co' 'INS ov V c e C AwfLLS titizs -c -e u' c1G.)+ O vv` �'C A A... U y 3 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) S Co 112.7 V s 6 s-t-n FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. il DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. P (Y1 f; V M, -F�v►n E NC.t (over) s s ription: ource rii odutect MI 1 i am C® Rro c'i P1 shy Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 3 stories with gables and dormers; bays; wooden porches Altered dormers added Date Moved 5. Lot size: Date not use ant owner In Area no. Form no. Northampton Dormitories Smith College 1891 -92 31 D -t7 Smi th Col 1Pe, C:AMPi" s Lawrence House, tnrri G Hnti se Smith College Archives Queen Anne no Date Smith Campus Less than one acre Over one acre x Approximate frontage 250 feet Approximate distance of building from street 100 feet 6. Recorded by C. Ilubi e Organization No rthampton Hi sto ri cal Commission Junk es Ei 1 \.l JUN 3 0 1976 C7." "1. 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates rmitories ame 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education 1c Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Morris and Lawrence Houses were built on the Smith College campus in 1891-92, a period of expansion of the College. The rmitories were designed by William C. Brockelsby, the College's architect in the period 1883-1893 (roughly). The Hartford architect also designed several buildings figr the city, the Academy of Music (1891) and the Forbes Library (1893). Morris House was named for Kate Morris Cone, a member of Smith's first class (1879) and the first Smith graduate to win a Phd; Lawrence was named for Elizabeth Lawrence Clarke, '83, a trustee and president of the alumnae association. The two dormitories were built on the same plan. Unlike earlier houses (Hatfield, Hubbard, Washburn) Morris and Lawrence are symmetrical blocks with a minimum of detailing. Some bays and dormers have been added. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives: President' s Reports, Files on Buildings. FORM L' BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building iocauou in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. NN. c m yr DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. ✓irWerv\-Detet\ vro n Ft 1' L R NA3 c._ (over) Date :SS ent use Residence Hall ent owner :ription: source Northampton Smith College Campus Tyler House Smith College 1897 -98 Smi t Call ege Archives Queen Anne /Tudor hitect William C. Brockelsby Exterior wall fabric b Outbuildings (describe) none Other features :A stories; end gables, ornamental chimneys; tiled roofs; stepped gables; dormers Altered later bays? Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre x Approximate frontage 256 feet Approximate distance of building from street 100 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Northampton Historical Comm ay J May �\I E D ay JUN 4 1976 MASS. HIST. COWL 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use to rmi to ry Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Dormitory Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) One of a large grouping of institutional buildings, Tyler House Smith College dates from 1897 and represents the second major period of the school's growth, the 1890's. Smith was founded in Northampton in 1874 °°for the education of women and the progress of the race." Peabody Stearns of Boston were the principal architects of College buildingsthrough the late 1880° s, at which time William C. Brockeslby of Hartford began to work for the school, designing residences lecture halls and the gym. Tyler is similar in style to Albright house, located on Bedford Terrace and built in 1899° The mass is capped with a steep hipped roof and the ends of the block defined by strongly vertical chimneys and sculptural gables© Window openings are regular with stone lintels or recessed brick arches. A porch supported by Doric columns spans the ground level of the facade© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives© n /nn FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 7iption: Gothic __Cottage itect G .11iam F. Fratt Exterior wall fabric woo d Other features 4. 1Vlap. Li a. re in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) gable; bracketed porch; twin chim- neys; pediments over windows Altered no Date Moved 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by In Area no. Form no. Northampton Green Street College Lane Mti.sses Seeger Cottage nt use Offices Ridge roof with cross no Date Less than one acre Over one acre x on Smith College Campus Approximate frontage 50 feet C. Dubie JUN 4 1976 7 Approximate distance of building from street Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date 0ctobe J MASS. HIST. COMM, 7. Original owner (if known) Etases Seeger Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Smi th College Of fices (a 1975) 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This cottage was built on e °College Avenue in 1872 for two sisters, the Seegers. William a Pratt provided the plans. Like several cottages at the corner of Elm Street and College Lane, this dwelling was planned to best take advantage of the picturesque scenery provided by the Mill River and Paradise Pond to the west. The Seeger sisters and later their relatives owned the cottage through the nineteenth century. Now known as 48 Green Street the cottage is a part of the Smith College Campus. The earliest college buildings were constructed in 187476. Several other residences have been incorporated into the campus. The cottage is two stories in height, strongly vertical, with steeply pitched ridge roof, central gable, and paired chimneys located above the gable. French windows and an octagonal bay and a porch with typical bracketed supports are also present. 2'f 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazette, June 25, 1872. /73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 z2 Approx. acreage Ann Cilkerson and Robin Stro Recorded by beating Organization 77C Date ??arch 24, 1977 Outbuildings (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area Form no. 31D -20 cross streets and other buildings Date or geographical features. Indicate north. Source Style c Name Scott Gymnasium Private individual Private organization Smith College riginal owner Smith College PTION: Public Smith College Archives Georgian Colonial Revival Exterior wall fabric Ames and Dodge of Boston Major alterations (with dates) 1975 -77 Moved Date ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) T The three level structure is topped by a steeply pitched roof of green -grey shingles. At the north end of the roof is a copper domed square, wite clocktower: while the southe end of the roof is framed by a plain broad rectangular chimney. The rigidly symmetrical facade includes a lower, projecting gable with one story wings projecting to the east and wezto The larger gable formed by the facade roofline includes an ample, semi- circular window (ultimately derived from imperial Roman bath buildings) flanked by two smaller circular windows (reminiscent of the 17th century work of Sir Christopher Wren). The georgian main entry wa y is composed of class- HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Smith College Archives, cont° Scott Gymnasium honors the generous benefaction of Colonel Walter Scott of •Tew York City© Designed by Ames and Dodge of Boston and completed in 1924, the complem is Georgian Colonial in style. Characteristic feat- ures of this style evident in this building include: materials (red brick with white trim), ornamentation (white wooden classical motifs), and simple massing (derivative of the traditional `ew England meeting house). A two story oblong wing to the west of the main building originally housed an indoor swimming pool, with a barrel vaulted ceiling. How- ever, with the January 1977 completion of the Dorothy Ainsworth Gymnas- ium, this area has been converted to a lounge area. Scott Gym, whose interior was remodeled in 1967 -77, contains a Hunan Performance Laboratory, a regulation sized basketball court, a studio, a game__ room, lockers, and office spaces, INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMWSSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued belay. Architectural Significance ical decorative elememts: a keystoned semi circular arch; an entablature with urn above the green painted doors. On either side, the double doors are flanked by one Doric a ilumnand pilaster. To either side of this principal vertical axis, the mirror symmetry is reinforced by small apsidirl niches with wrought iron lamp fixtures. Regular fenestration along the sides of Scott Gym is also typically Georgian in placement and style: segmentally arched or rectangular sash types are surrounded by white wooden moldings. Stp1e to Inventory form at bottom 7 Community: Northampton Form No: 31D 20 Property Name: Scott Gym FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings Indicate north. c1MnItAiJP DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 1. Town Northampton Present owner Smith College Address Smith campus Name: Ainsworth Gymnasium Style contemporary Architect T, e Architect's Collaborative, Cambridge Mass. Exterior wall fabric red brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features 4 levels; steel and reinforced concre Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage In Area no. Form no. 313 ,Za none Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Ann Gilkerson Northampton Historical Organization Commission Date March 24, 1977 7 7. Original owner (if known) Smith College Original use same as predent Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation x 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This gymnasium, an addition to the older Scott Gym, honors Dorothy Ainsworth, Smith '16, Ms. Ainsworth, who earned her M.A. and Ph.D. degrees from Columbia University, died in 1976. She was an instructor in the Smith C -llege Department of Physical Education (1921), and Director of Physical Education at Smith (1931 1960), She was widely honored for her pioneering contributions in the field of women's physical education. Dedicated in February 1977, the contemporary styled Dorothy Ainsworth Gymnasium echoes the contiguous Scott Gym, built more than 50 years earlier. In the use of red brick and in the massing of certain steeply pitched angular forms, the new addition recalls the formality of Georgian archit fur rf the Colonial era However, the lack of historical ornament, the sense of flowing space, and the use of of a steel and reinforced concrete structura base place this building firmly within the fold of modern architecture. The four level structure was bsigned to connect with the older gym; a glass shed -like projection envelops the former west wall of Scott Gym, Interiors, often frankly displaying "conduits of the building's heating and cooling system, are painted in bright colors to accent the function of these mechanical devices. On the lowest level are the 25 yard swimming pool, locker rooms, and six squash courts. The second level contains tle main office, reception, lounge, and classroom areas. A squash court gallery and pool gallery comprise the third level, while the gymnasium, with a seating capacity of 1,000, completes the fourth level. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSL 1"CS HISTORICAL COMMISSION ffice of the Secretary, Bosh Community: Northampton Property Name: Scott Gym Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. Architectural Significance ical decorative elememts: a keystoned semi- circular arch; an entablature with urn above the green painted doors. On either side, the double doors are flanked by one Doric athlumnand pilaster. To either side of this principal vertical axis, the mirror symmetry is reinforced by small ansidirl niches with wrought iron lamp fixtures. Regular fenestration along the sides of Scott Gym is also typically Georgian in placement and style: segmentally arched or rectangular sash types are surrounded by white wooden moldings. Staple to Inventory form at bottom Form No: 31D -20 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ant owner Northampton Hospital visual evidence 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. M I i. i. 1k {`J 1*TE H05? 'TPrI— 5r k c" L—E7-5 E h� ET Q .0 c Q Q 0 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. R- v R J (over) Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric brink In Area no. I Form no. Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features 22 stories; enclosed gable ends; dentils; stone lintels; 2 chimneys in rear roof slope Altered no Date Moved 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Approximate frontage no Date Approximate distance of building from street 60 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Date 30 D- 2 t 1 Over one acre x 750 feet Organization Northampton Historical Commission AREG QED MAY 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) unknown (not researched) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Located on land of Northampton State Hospital, this well built brick dwelling is of classical proportions with finely dentillated corniceline and entrance portico supported by Doric columns. The size of the structure and the width of the stone lintels date it c.1860 rather late for the Greek Revival, the closest identifiable source. in e th e185 buildings he area surrounding the State hosp Hospital albecame built known as QOHospital Hill°. It is probable that this dwelling was first built as a farmhouse or residence for hospital workers. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) J70 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 resent riginal owner PTION: 47 Belmont Ave. Public F. Wing Douse residence hip:Private individual Private organization Franklin King Organization Date 10CuLluu ,a 1 G14 yvu' cross streets and other buildings Date or geographical features. Indicate north. Source Style Recorded by E. Lonergan Setting '.TC July 1980 Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) `?orthampton Area Form no. 31D -26 S.D.R. clapboard Moved Date one acre or less 7± ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 2Z stories in height with pedimented end to the street. The tymapnum is clad with wood shingles and has a projecting triple window with cornice© A two-story bay enclosing the interior stairway projects through the roof of the eastern side and is topped bu a poly gonalroofo The forn t of the house is tw bays wide, with a bay window on the second floor overthe main entrance of the first floor. The entrance has pilasters amd leaded sidelights with the whole surrounded by an ornate molding and capped by a cornice with dentils. A one-story porch covers the facade and is composed of hipped roof with pedimented entrance, double Tuscan columns on brick pedestals and a balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This house was built at a cost of $4500 in 1913 for Franklin King, superintendent of buildings at Smith College. Belmont Ave had been opened in the late 1890's through some older homesteads between Green and West Sts. Ahwaga and Arnold Aves, were also opened about the same time. During the early years of the 20th century these streets were built up residentially, mostly with "Colonially" inspired houses. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases, \?orthampton Directory: 1905, 1915, 19220 Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 29, 1913, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Ann Gilkerson Setting Organization Date cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. A ^arch 24, 1977 r Date Source Architect 1924 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area Form no. 31D -31 Private individual Private organization Smith College Smith College Archives Style Neo- Palladian Classical Revival Delano and Aldrich brick Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important: architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) Designed by Delano and Aldrich, Sage Ball is an example of a re vival of Thomas Jefferson's Neo ®Palladian style. The Smith College Music Building, completed in 1924 and sited on a hilldide by the Mill River, is reminiscent of Jefferson's home at Monticello, in the deployment. of Palladian temple fronts symmetrically arranged on a red brick wall sur- face. The edifice is divided into three parts, by function: the, temple fronted, domed octagonally shaped front section houses the concert hall; the oblong mid section is composed of three stories of offices, studios, and classrooms; the smaller oblong wing at the back is made up of 36 0 HISTORNAE S'I TFPCANtE the role owners played in local or state history cont and how the building relates to the development of the community) Named in honor of Margaret Olivia Sage, whose bequest to the College (as of 1932) was the largest gift it had so far received Russell Sage, her husband, was a prominent American financier and philanthropist. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Smith Coleege Archives. INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS H I STORI CAL CCWSSICN Jffice of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. Architectural Significance Staple to Inventory form at bottom Form No: 31D 31 Cammmity Northampton Property Nara :sage Hall practice rooms. A basement floor provides additional space for classrooms and practice rooms. The temple fronted facade is composed of modillioned peimment sup- ported by four Ionic columns, which in turn rest upon a low, broad flight of white marble stairs, Opposite exterior sides of the concert hall dis- play two dimensional interpretations of the facade motif; white pediments and pilasters alternating with large round srched Palladian windows, echo the claasical temple form. The applied elements are connected to the facade by a continous entablature. The mid and hind sections of Sage Hall, regularly spaced white molded sash windows superimposed upon a taut red brick shoebox shape, are more reminiscent of Georgian Colonail structures. Two one story Doric temple fronted entryways on the east side of the building continue the classical facade motif on a reduced scale. The multi -paned gaass transom above the south doorway is an example of "architecture parlante it is arranged as a ban of theee linked lyres. Also in keeping with the 18th century Palladian revival style are the simple dormered, pitched roof ef slate and the octagonal dome with round multi -paned windows, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 1. Town Northampton Present owner Smith College 3. Description: Date 1 In Area no, Exterior wall fabric brick Altered no Date Moved no Date 6. Recorded by Ann Gilkerson Form no, Address Green Street, Smith campus Name Mendenhall Center for the Performing Arts Present use college facilities for theatre, dance, and mu6ic library Source Smith College Archives Style modern Fin ish— heavily infl. by Alv Via.¢ r .AA L o Architect Westermann, Miller, Assoc. Qutb i1dings (describe) complex of adj. oui ±dings around a courtyard -SZ- Other features rough textured dark brick, white mortar; poured con crete trim; interior oak paneling 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date April 13, 1977 erne inuiviuual tuildings are rnas8eu in coluulnavions of simple cubes, half cubes, and steeply pitched roofs. These geometric forms are repeated, in varying sizes and groupings, throughout the complex. Window and door lintels are of poed concrete, in contrast to the dark brick wall surfaces. The wall surface is further articulated by a cornice of horizontally laid, stepped patterned brick, perhaps a faint echo of classical forms. Dani iabdb R s g o r age n spersed with wooden benches populate trie d Original use Same as present Source: Smith College Archives Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Named for Smith President(1959- 1974)9 the Thomas Corwin Mendenhall Center for the Arts is situated along Green Street, adjacent to Sage Hall. The complex, completed in 1968 at a cost of over $405 million, consists of a "U" shaped cluster of buildings grouped around an elevated central courtyard. New York architect Helge Westermann, Danish born and Scandinavian trained, designed the Center for the Performing Arts in the style of the modern Finnish master Alvar Aaltoe Characteristics of this style include the use of dark, rough textured brick, white mortr and interior natural oak paneling. Also apparent in the modern ScandinL vian organic approach is the massing of individually defined volumes which when tied together do not overshadow the neighboring campus buildings. Five main facilities comprjse the Center: Werner Josten Library, Hallie Flanagan Studio Theatre, Eliot Alcove, Theatre 14, and the Berenson Studio. Josten Library, occupying the southern wing of the complex, houses ovet 20,000 books, 29,000 musical scores, and 35,500 records, in addition to a reading room and individual listening booths. This library was named for Werner Josten, a distinguished composer and conductor, and Professor of Music 1923- 1949© To the rear of the library is the two level Eliot Alcove, which includes display cases for an extensive collection of theatrical memorabilia and books given to the College by Samuel A. Eliot, Professor of Theatre 1918 -19610 adjacent to the Alcove is the Hallie Flanagan Studio Theatre (capacity 180), named fo lallie Flanagan Davis, Chairman of the Theatre Department (1942 -1955) and initiator of the Theatre major at Smith. The majority of the upper level of the east wing is taken up by the main theatre, Theatre 14 (capacity 460), given by an anony- mous member of the Class of 1914. At the northwest end of the Center is the Berenson Studio two dance studios and dressing rooms named for Senda Beren- 10. Bibliography and or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) son Abbott, first director of Physical Education at Smith (1892 1911), In addition, the Center also incorporates a two story student lounge, the Gamut, given by the Smith College Parent's Committee. Also included are a television studio, a seene shop, faculty offices, and a green room. Next to the Berenson Studio is a belltower housing an octave of bells cast Whitechapel, London, by the same foundry which cast the Liberty Bello Constructed of brick with a reinforced concrete and steel framework, the Center exemplifies the modern movement in architecture in the freeflo- wing interior volumes of space and the liberal use of glass to permit the maximum entry of light. Deeply inset, single pane windows of ampler /73 vertical proportion and varying widths are placed at regular intervals along the planar brick surfaces. (continued at top or page) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston DO NIT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant Northampton 27 Belmont Avenue 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location`° in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. INVENT Ch 2u Yt-Ty 5M I T Or LOLLg" C El 0 (over) MAIN ST• Other features In Area no. Exterior wall fabric stucco over brick Outbuildings (describe) attached garage 2 stories; red tiled roundheaded windows; entrance with tiled hood Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street Date 10 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e 31O-'-O Form no. Organization Northampton Historical QED JUN 3 0 1976 MASS. HIST. CO;: d 7. Original owner (if known) Edward Jo 'dare Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 10. Bibliography and /or references early maps, etc.) Registry 1402.256, Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Conservation Education x Exploration settlement Industry Military Political Rest. de�a.ce Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This twentieth century dwelling whose style is influenced by Spanish architecture was built about 1930. A deed of February 1931 transferred "lot #6" to Edward J. Gate; the selling price was $7000. The house may be earlier, however,. as one deed described the property of Inez Wider, who owned the lot before Gare. The smooth facade and crisply cut details are clearly of twentieth century origin. In its compactness the dwelling relates to the bungalow form also popular at the period; in its cubic volume and trio of arched windows the design reveals tendencies similar to the Art Deco© The stuccoed block is two stories in height, with door and window openings recessed behind the plane of the wall surface. Unlike late nineteenth century domestic designs in which the roof slopes play an i ortant role in molding the mass, the roof is briefly indicated by the heavy textured tiles and abstracted dentillation© A garage of similar styling is attached. (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, of Deeds, H. shire County, 1464.133, 871 ©246. 703.256© FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 riginal owner PTION: Public residence residence zip: Private individual Private organization 1895 -1915 Recorded by E Lonergan Organization jr 77 Date June 1980 cross streets and other buildings Date or geographical features. Indicate north. Source Style Architect Outbuildings Setting 'arthanpton Colonial revival Exterior wall fabric Major alterations (with dates) Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) '.tlases Area Form no. 31D 41 clapboard Moved Date one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in height with slate hipped roof and pedimented dormers. The two story block is crowned by a projecting cornice with frieze and the corners have pilasters with decorative capitals. A stylized "Palladian" window is situated on the second floor of the facade above the entrance and a one-story porch with hip- ped woof, pedimented entrance with low relief sculpture in the tym- panum, square posts and balustrade, extends across the facade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Belmont Ave. was laid out in the late 1890's through the property of Yrs. B.H. Crane on Green St. and the property of Joseph Lord on West St, 1'ost of the houses on that street were constructed early in the 20th century and feature "colonially" inspired detailingsa BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlaees, "Torthampton Directory: 1905, 1915, 1922, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by Organization Date June198O E. Lonergan Date Outbuildings Setting dorthampton Public 7iginal owner 'T ION 1895 -1915 (Staple additional sheets here) .ip a Private individual Private organization Atlases Area Form no. 31D -63 Source Style Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less 755 5 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within co ity) The house is two stories in height with slate roof and gabled dormers. The three-bay facade has a central gabled pavilion of 21/2 stories. A one-story porch with hipped roof, projecting entrance, Tusean columns on paneled pedestals, and turned balustrade covers the facade and extends along the eastern side to the bay window. The porch is topped by a balcony. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases. 7orthampton Directory: 1895 ®96, 1900, 1905, 1915, 1922, HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Arnold Ave. was laid out in the late 1890's through the West Ste homesteads of Colo J. Parsons. It was a short dead end street with four of the present six houses erected by 1915 and the other teo by 1930. This house first appears on the 1915 atlas with the first known occupant being Terse Eliza l'arindin, who is listed here in the 1922 directory. •esent lip: M1 Private individual Private organization Source maps and visual evidence FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan June 1980 Style Architect Setting ''prthampton Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 31D -87 clapboard Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 2 z stories in height with steeply-pitched pediment duo the street. The tympanum is covered with clapboard and features a stylized "Palladian" window. The three may facade is covered by a one- story trellice -like porch, which extends shortly along both sides. This is almost entirely covered with Wisteria. the southern side of the hoese is a two -story bay window. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) West Ste was an early Colonial highway in "?orthampton, leading across the ill River and out to "^-'urrayfield" (now Chester and Hunt- ington) on the Westfield River. The 1831 map shows three homesteads and the street between Green St, and the Mill River. This house was built in the mid 19th century, with the first known occupants being J.D. Lawrence and Franklin Lawrence, who are both listed here in the 1868 -69 directory. 7 BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1794 and 1831 Maps. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. 7orthampton Directory: 186061, 186869, 1873-74, 1875076, 1885086, 1895- FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 hip :a1 Private individual Private organization IPTION: mid 19th century Organization Date cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by E. L onergan TTC June 1980 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Notthampton Major alterations (with dates) sided- mid 20th c. Area Form no. 31D -88 Source raps and visual evidence Style Architect Moved Date asphalt shingles one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 21/2 stories in height with ridge roof and two inset chimneys. The symmetrical five -bay facade has a central wall gable with stylized "Palladian" window therein.; A one -story porch covers the facade and has a flat roof with projecting cornice, chamfered posts with carved brackets and pattered balustrade® Behind the porch is the central entrance flanked on either side by a pair of full length win- dows. The other windows on the house are all redtangular with two over two sashes and capped by simple cornices supported by end modillions, HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) West St. was one of the early colonial street in Northampton. It was voted a highway in 1660, and by the mid 18th century was the beginning of the "highway" to Westhampton. The 1831 map shows three homesteads along the street between Green St. and the Mill River. It is oossible that this is an earlier structure remodelled, but more probable that the house was built in the ols "Colonial" fashion with updated detailing in the mid 19th century. -7 c BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1794 and 1831 Town Maps. 1854 and 1860 County raps© 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1860 -61, 1868 -69, 1873 -74, 1875-76, 1885 -86, 1895 X50 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston cent use a gent owner ;ription: 1820 -1840 Elsa Se Israel source visual evidence Federal /Greek Revival 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. "Indicate north. 51'1 r1 H- v L c pr 5 RE 5T: MHC Photo no. pr DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPAC USGS Quadrant MP( i N 3 r ✓I1iv °hYl�cl (over) Exterior wall, fabric wood Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 2 stories; enclosed gable ends; 2 interior chimneys; Altered 5. Lot size: a Northampton .ess 42 West Street Moved no Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 200 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Date no In Area no. C. Dubi e Date Date Form no. 31p-95 Organization Northampton Hi to ri cal Com AP rRTZEI MAY 5 1976 MASS. HST, COMM, 7. Original owner (if known) unknown (not researched) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Located on West Street just below the Forbes Library, this structure appears to date from the early nineteenth century and exhibits characteristics of both the Federal and Greek Revival styles of architecture. A symmetrical facade with paired chimneys and roof ridge parallel to the street is predominantly Federal, while pilasters and enclosed gable are Greek Revival features. An addition and two story portico are later features. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) —;r lurce Arc nitec"t" ess West Street Forbes Library ent use Public Library eat owner ri t of Northampton ription: Altered no Moved nn 5. Lot size: One acre' or less Approximate frontage' 1894 i nsrribed on building RLchardsonian Date (pLLE( 5 iT►+ FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sRetch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant HC Photo no. j�nuan-brieA 5Nr -toe 20M -5- 73-075074 (over) In Area no. Form no. 31y °qcv Northampton Other features low arched entranceway irregular Over one acre x 500 feet Approximate distance of building from street 100 feet 6 Recorded by Carol 'Debi e Organization Northampton Histori cal Commi ssion Date A MAY 5 1976 MA:33. HIST. COMM. Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Lib 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 7. Original owner (if known) Ci ty of Northnpton A ublir LibriW Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Forbes Library was dedicated in October 1894 over a decade after the wills of Judge Forbes and Dr. Pliny Earle had provided the City with the financial resources to maintain a large and progressive library. The prior establishment of the Clarke Library in Memorial Hall in 1871 complicated the creation of a memorial library as dictated by the Forbes will. The library, once built near the junction of Elm and West Streets, served the city and the students of Smith College as well. The Judd manuscripts, a substantial collection of materials on Jonathan Edwards, and a Calvin Coolidge Collection are among the historical resource materials now housed at Forbes Library. William C. Brockelsby, designer of the Richarsonian style library, had two years earlier designed the Academy of Music in a Classical Revival style. Brockelsby was a Hartford architect who had had a number of commissions from Smith College where he designed Lilly Hall and Alumni Gym and several utilitarian latructures. Forbes Library, while well laid out and attractive in its interiors, lacks the coherent massing possess by the Academy and the Smith College designs. The Richardsonian preference for asymmetry, horizontality, and massive effects here produced a design lacking in eleg:nce. The library is nonetheless a good example of the Richarsonian persuasion in its various tendencies. dough faced grey and brown stone create a polychromatic effect and delineate window openings and the low central arch, a typically Richardsonian element in the design. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) The Northampton Book, p. 207 3/73 4474i, ihAts ljG Velll'Jlllellc of LO writ city_ Architectural reason for inventorying: age- style PORCHES: 1 2 _3 4 balcony on. ell (never) PORTICO Street address 8 West Street Name Higbee House Use: original present Horne- now apartments Present owner Smith College Open to public no Date before Style Colonial 170 Source of date tradition (also see Bibliography) Architect unknown OR part of Area 3 CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altar Added 4. DESCRIPTION OUNDATION /BASEMENT: High ,Regular Low Material brick WALL COVER: Wood Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 _alter End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate 1 on ell STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings .E. LL Shed yes FACADE: Gable encl: Front /.side. Ornament Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side Details: 2 pilasters on sides of front door Rslnnny Windows: Spacing: Regular /Irregular Identical /Varied Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards 5. Indicate location of building in relation to 6. Footage of structure from street 20 nearest cross streets and other buildings Property has 60 feet frontage on street Recorder Miriam E. Peters i'. SEE REVERSE SIDE rece ci A RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1, Outbuildings 2, Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden Predominant features Hedge in front large trees- informal ;planting Landscape architect 3, Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival I: Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent food Fair Deteriorated and academic (library, school) GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OP SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) Tradition says that this house stood originally on King Street and was moved to its present location in 1740. Also that the first Northampton wedding took place here m that of David Burt and Mary Holton or. November 15, 1655. It is much changed outwardly but the interior has been preserved. There are still logs visible which attest to the simplicity of the original structure. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Farriet J. Kneeland, Some Old Northampton Houses (1909) Forbes Library RESTRICTIONS Original Owner B rt 1 Deed Information: Book Number Form B. 10M -6 -71 -049688 Tian Villa Lombard Rom„ Page Registry of Deeds SI FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION MA 02108 Draw map showing property's' location in relation to `nearest cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north, Recorded by Organization NHC Date J 1 lib0 Town Northampton Address West St. Historic Name First Baptist Church Use: Original church Present church Ownership: Private individual Private organization Baptist Church DESCRIPTION: Date Style Public Original owner Baptist Church 1904 Source Hampshire Gazette Victorian Romanesqe Architect M.H Hubbard Exterior wall fabr brick Outbuildings T1) Major alterations (with dates) Moved Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 31D 98 Date one acre or less 7(.I ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) See Below. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) First Baptist_Church, originally organized in 1824 in Northampton, built their first_church_on this site in 1828. The first Isaac Damom designed church was replaced by the present structure in 1904. Presenting a solid .shape, the Victorian church also projects many faceted architectural shapes and colors. Its stolidity is emphasized by the lighter horizontally based bands of_stone which have red mortar accents. The_varied shaped windows havegranite nassoirs and sash trim. The multi planed roof of r and grey slate_provides a colorful accent to the tower structure constru...ced of bands of granite, brick, topped with_paneled wooden covering. There are many tower projections, of varied shapes, projecting from each side. The varied side._ tower projections and.main squared roof belie_ the oval shaped sanctuary whose ceiling.is oval indented oval with various arch vaults extending from the center oval form. The various arched, apse forms in the interior contain the windows, organ area and gallery. The plastered walls, painted green, are devoid of trim, except for four large arched leaded colored glass windows with scenes of Christ's life. The very asymmetrical arrangement is accented by dark —oak pews with carved ends, walnut framing and the sliding doors of colored glass which separate the sanctuary from the prayer room. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Hampshire Gazette: Aug. 5, 1954. Information on Architect: Church's Recotr. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Drav✓ sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. S o uT -51-1 ET (n Y1el\ PY'D erk P I DO NOT WR TE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 3 t� z STRTa (over) Altered ss corner Main South Sts. mat use Junior High School ant owner City of Northampton ription: r,i.;uitect Outbuildings (describe) 6. Recorded by In Area no. Form no. 311)-qq Northampton D. A. Sullivan School Designed 1894; built 1896. Hampshire Gazette xurce 3/20/1895 Classical Revival 7(, Gardner, Pynne Gardner Exterior wall fabric golden bri ck no none Other features taw_ riy bri ck brownstone; palladian motifs; low tiled roof; pilasters. Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre Over one acre Approximate frontage 165 feet Approximate distance of building from street 15 feet C. Dubie Organization Northampton Hi s to ri cal Date August Y9ED MAY 5 1976 MASS. HIST. CO'/1"1. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Elementary S o l S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation .;z Hi _h School 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This high school building was constructed in 1896 from plans by Gardner, Pynne Gardner of Springfield. The design of Forbush Hathaway, specialists in school design, was first selected, but as a result of many delays, the school, when built in 1896, followed the plans of the Springfield firm. Gardner, Pynne, Gardner, a Springfield firm consisting of Eugene C. Gardner, his son George, and George Pynne, was formed in 1889© The elder Gardner began his practice in Springfield in 1868 after having designed a number of buildings in Northampton. Other Gardner designs in Northampton include a house on Elm Street (1880) and the Dimock House (1880) and Silk factory (1880) in Leeds. The previous high school building was designed by W. F. Pratt and was the first substantial monument to education in Northampton, where monies had first been apporpriated for a high school in 1842. Prior to that time several private schools had served as the educator's of valley youth: George Bancroft' s Round Hill School (1823 ©1833) and Miss Margaret Dwight 0 s Gothic Seminary (1834®1853) educated young men and women and gained £6r tbemselves national reputations© Several other private schools had a brief" in Northampton in the nineteenth century; women° s preparatory schools in Northampton met with considerable success following the establishment of Smith College in the city in the 1870° s. The public high school was the only course open to many, however, and by the 1890° s the old school in the Gothic style was no longer adequate. Half a century later the present high school on upper Elm Street was built and the 1895 building was converted to use as an elementary school. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazette, 5/17/1894, 5/25/1894 3/20/1895, 1/17/18950 FORM B BUILDING MASSACIIUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch or ouucuug s.,..4�..,. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. MHC Photo no. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) 6s Elm Street :at use ciption: Organization In Area no. Nn rr hamp ton Church 1893 Outbuildings (describe) 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. Cubic St. Johns Episcopal. church Nat owner St. .Jgb.nG Epi ire v11 Hampshire Gazette ,urce 5/1h/1R93 n- dtect R. W. Gibson of N. Y. Exterior wall fabric rough face granite none Form no. 76 3 31 D -101 Other features rose window, souped arches; corner towerz arched windows; bay with conical hood in rear. Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 150 feet Approximate distance of building from street Northampton Historical Commi s Sion Date Jun l JUN 3 0 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. rye=,_ 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Church Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Church 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development St. John s Episcopal Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Military Humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) St. Johns Episcopal Church erected this stone church on Elm Street in 1892-93. The gift of George Fliss, the Church was dedicated in May of 1893„ R. W. Gibson of N ew York was the architect. Episcopalianism first received notice in Northampton in 1826 when Joseph Cogswell of the Round Hill School and others were granted the.right to use the town hall or Episcopal worship. In 1829 the first church was built on Bridge St reet, near Market; in 1866 F. Pratt reraodeled the wooden stvucture which continued in use until 1893. In 1905 the old buildinE was purchased by the congregation B'nai Israel. The church consists of a cross-shaped rass with square tower. Rough-face stone is laid in alternating thick and narrow bands, with details of the arches and windows exec t ted in smooth stone. Romanesque arches are grouped in threes and are carried on attenuated columns. The tower terminates in a balustrf de and hooded observatory. To the rear of the tower and sanctuary are :1Dosely arranged mass.es housing a parish hall and offices., 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, dee ls, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazette, 9/25/1891, /25/1895, 5/10/1893; The Northampton Book, p 155, 387, 391, 3930 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston SMI TH Coi1...Ec 1+pr►,L vIvJeh4 Yte4 prIEr (over) Altered Moved Northamp Elm Street, SS SMi th Cn11 PQe Campus mt use Classroom building ant owner Smith College ription: ource 5. Lot size: Stoddard, 1898 -99 Queen Anne/Gothic dtect Hert Tallant brick no Date no Date Smith College Archives 4. Map. Draw sketch of building lvc a�iu« in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 3 stories; Gable with brownstone trim; molded brick trim; cast symbols; steeple in rear DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 175 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization No rthampton Hi s to ri cal C. HI iss on gg Date M i 7 P JUN S 0 197G MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural x The Arts Commerce Communication Community development th Cal 1 eg Chemistry building Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Chemi stay building x Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Stoddard Hall was built in 1899 on land owned by Smith College across Elm Street. The structure is typical of the school° s brick buildings, although more sedately massed than the gothic designs of the 70's and 80 Simple brick moldings and brownstone trim provide relief from the plain brick surfaces; a steeple at the intersection of the main mass and small ell© Stoddard Hall was named for John Tappan Stoddard, professor f physics at the College from 1878 to 1880, and was the gift of the class of 0 95. The construction of the Chemistry building represented the school' s continually increasing committment to education in the sciences© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Smith College Archives. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw; sxetcn 01 uui.iuu16 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Sa1/rH 5T- ,44.41) 614 V of M'flc 1/ I YA U Vl It V 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ass Comma ssion Date ription: Northampton Elm Street St. Mary of the Assumption ent use Church and parsonage ent owner Saint Mary's Catholic Church church -1881; parsonage -1888 Daily Hampshire Gazette )urce High'-Victorian Gothic church- P. W. Ford of Boston ___utect parsonage- unknown Exterior wall fabric brick Church and Outbuildings (describe)_ parsonage Other features church -High Victorian Ecclesiastical Gothic; parsonage Queen Anne Altered no bate Moved no Date Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre x Approximate frontage 300 feet Approximate distance of building from street church 10 feet; parsonage 30 feet. 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Northampton Historical Aug„stF EG [VFD APR 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if kno Saint Mar v s Catholic Church Original use church Subsequent uses (if any) and dates church 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Roman Catholics in Northampton--at first chiefly French men and women--first worshipped on King Street. The °Catholic Society° built there a church and a parsonage in 1866. By the 1870° s the Catholic population was large enough that a separate parish was organized for Florence, Haydenville, and Leeds. In 1880 the Florence church was completed and in 1881 Saint Mary's was under construction on the Hill above the Edwards Church, on the site of the old Mansion House. It is worth noting that in 1866 landowners on upper Elm Street--Protestant pillars,of the community--purchased a lot on the corner of Elm and Prospect Streets to prevent the Roman Catholics from locating there. The church designed in 1881 faces the Victorian Gothic College Hall, Smith College, across Elm Street. Two uneven towers and stained glass windows are principal elements in the facade. The spires were added later, in 1895, and were also designed by Patrick For of Boston. The rectory, built in 1888, was designed in the Queen Anne rather than the Gothic style. Rich decorative effects--delicate a5rnicework and stringcourses--are fashioned exclusively in brick. Rock-faced stone is intr4: in the entranceway where carved stone capitals support a low arched porch. The tiled surfaces of the roof and its dormers provide a series of planes paralleling the slope of the hill on which the rectory is Located. Chimneys, also principal elements in the design, are placed in the plane of the exterior well surfaces. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, 2/6/1866. The Northampton Book, po 392. Daily Hampshire Gazette, June 12, 1888, July 10, 1888. 3/73 11nknown diner interiors FORM 11 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviap. L71 'a W OnG �v as vi: ti.....,.. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ELM sr \INVEN 1 b(ZIED P Pr<TZTy OuTrry 5T v) M PclN ST DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Exterior wall fabric s tucco (recent) Outbuildings (describe) none Other features single story; railroad car form with small addition, left® counter and tiled floor Altered yes Date Moved no? Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 70 feet Approximate distance of building from street on Button Alley 6 Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Northampton Hi sto ri ca Commi ssion REC 7. Date n2, JUN 30 i9 Brooks 7. Original owner (if known) Original use unknolni Dine Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education Exploration settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This diner on Button Alley in Northampton is one of four diners in the city. Although it has undergone considerable modification on the exterior, interiors still include tiled floors and fine woodwork© The ancestor of the 20th century diner was the 1880's 0 °dog wagon, n a horse drawn vehicle dispensing sandwiches and coffee Catering to the fringes of the population, these late 19th century diners were regarded with some suspicion and distaste© In the post -World War 1 years, however, diners designed along the lines of railroad cars became popular. The interior counter with stools was joined by booths and the diner became an acceptable eating place for the general population©. Other diners in Northampton include: the Red Lion (Miss Northampton), on Strong Avenue in the downtown; the Bluebonnet on King Street; the Miss Florence, .n route 9 in downtown Florence. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, early maps, etc.) The New York Times, Sunday, Travel and Resorts section, Transportation deeds, assessor's records, September 15, 1974, po 1® c FORM B BUILDING' MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross b1.1. other buildings. Indicate north. L. v Ihb Lut ry b))(J1 v 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant ,q MHC Photo no. S (over) 1. Town S Exterior wall fabric brick w /marble Outbuildings (describe) Other features #19 2, 4, 5 ®recessed window areas; decorative stringcourses; bracketed cornices #3- polychrome in facade; elaborate cornice w /vane Altered pai nted Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: indivi dually One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 25,2O45,35,25 Approximate distance of building from street 5 feet '�6;ltecorded by Commi e sion In Area no. .N, 257-279 Main Street "Daley Blocks" ent owner ription: 1886 -1887 Form no. ID ill ®1 ;nt use Comercial /residential see reverse Daily Hampshire Gazette ource see bibliography Victorian commercial hitect unknown nnnQ C. Tubi e Organization Northampton Historical July 20, 1975 ?7 Current owners: 7. Original owner (if know) 1 2, 4, 5© John B 0° naaeil; 3© Original use Commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Commercial 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 257 259- Dimiri Pope Vissas 261 =265- Gontemproary Trends, Inc. 267 -271= Jasper Danzinger 273 ©279- Albert Ruth Johnson Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This series of five brick blocks was built on upper Main Street late in the 1880 The lot was empty prior to this time© The Edwards Church had been rebuilt on the corner of Main and State in 1874 About 1886 the lot was first considered for commercial development when a four story brick block was contemplated at the corner of Main and Masonic Street Although these plans were abandoned, several of the blocks had been built by late 1886 and the Daley Block is inscribed with the date 1887. The block adjoining the Edwards Church was first known as the Higbee Block (1); Lawyer J. B. 0° [r.nnell owned #2 #4 and sold them early in 1887. ltlthough a bay has been introduced in the facade of #2 and both #2 and #4 have been painted, the three center blocks originally read as a single unit All possess the marble and window arches which provide a horizontal emphasis i n the facade of the Daley Block. The focal point in the grouping, the Daley Block is larger and, by virtue of its distinctive cornice and Weathervane, more ambitious. The blocks face the 1891 Academy of Music and reflect the later development of upper Main Street in response to increased commerce in the late 1880 Residential growth both in the form of tenements and private residences was also rapid at this period. 3/73 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) .o ily Hampshire Gazette, March 2, 1886, September 21, 1886, February 1, 18889 FORM B BUILDING Name E. N. Foote Button Shop Present use The Old Book Store Present owner Morris Gould 3. Description: Date c. 1880 uar er- en ennia ou Source Journal 1887 Style Victorian Commercial Brick, 20M -5 -73- 075074 MHC Photo no. $191 f JI7EE ury HA LL- DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant OLIN IISSION 3oston Mq c 1 3' HIS T" (over) CQ MM 1. Town Northampton building Moved no 5 feet N2 third story added Altered Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre 50 feet Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e 4 1,V5 In Area no. Form no. 3) -Ro former factory Date Organization Northampton Hi stori cal Commi s Sion Date April 15, 1975 7. Original owner (if knoval.) Bo No Foote Original use Button Factory Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Bi cycIe factory 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry it Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Foote button concern began the manufacture of buttons in 1878 on Pleasant Street in Northampton. In 1884, the 30 x 118 f of building on "`sonic Street was built near the town fire department. A variety of high quality buttons were produced by the Foote Button Company; two concerts in Providence, Rhode Island, were the comapny° s only competitors in the 1880's. The upper floors of the .building were leased to the Boston Cash Register Company in 1891, when the button concern folded. A bicycle factory later took possession of the building© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, 7/8/1884, 7/23/1891® Quarter -Cen .enrial County Journal, 1887 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. LL aw in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. U l l t 5M- 2- 75- R061465 I� W yµfLL O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant HC Photo no. ECEIVED over E L, 1975 MASS. HIST. /MM. 3 S 60 M'a sosiin Street nt use Fire Station snt owner City of Northampton 7iption: ►urce In Area no. Form no. Northampton Fire .citation C. 1870 (1872) Daily Hamp shire Gazette, iitect- unknown Exterior wall fabric Brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features low tower, front facade, tall hell tower rear; five hays wide numerous additions Altered renovations Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Approximate frontage Over one acre 70 feet Approximate distance of building from street 15 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Northampton Hi sto ri cal Commission Date June 10, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Ci t o f No rt hairtn ton Fire Station 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) none Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The history of organized fire fighting in Northampton began with two volunteer fire companies, 0 °The Torrent" and GOThe Deluge° Competitions between these fire companies were held on Main Street; the steeple of the old church served as the height standard against which streams of water were measured© In 1857 the town fire department was organized4 in about 1870 the core of the present stationhouse was constructed on Masonic Street, on land purchased from Ansel Wright. Although the structu has undergone alteration and enlargement it has retained its distinctive features »a tower with low hipped roof on the southeasterly corner and a bell tower to the rearm A patterned cornice frames the front facade and quotning defines the cubic base of the front tower© The re r tower serves as a marker in the service area to the rear of Main Street just as the First Church spire designates the center of downtown Northampton. Substantial improvements were made to the station building in 1893 and several times early in the 20th century proposals for a new stationhouse were set forth. Adaptation of the structt,re for newer and larger models of firefighting equipment was one consideration, the structural soundness of the building was another. A mansard once graced the front tower. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, 1/25/1876 3/31/18930 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. 'Indicate north. C E NTE IL �TYLtEr vf MHC Photo no. J 2 0 v1 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) ct Other features Northampton 79 Masonic Street Christian Scientists Outbuildings (describe) none 2 stories; flat roof w/ deep overhang; window moldings pediments; prominent quoins bracket Altered removed? Date Moved no 5. Lot size: 10 feet Approximate frontage Date Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Date 210 on Masonic St. Flt• JUN A. 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. /C) Organization No rtham2 ton Historical Commission 7. Original owner (if known) unknown (not researched) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence; Chri tian Science Reading Room 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This- two story wooden frame dwelling with prominent quoins and flat roof with deep overhang.. Windows carry flat cornices and are surrounded by an unusual wooden molding. A porch and later additions are also present. It is possible that brackets have been removed from the eaves® The structure is located on Masonic Street to the rear of the downtown. and dates from the general period of development of that area. It faces the Northampton fire station, an important inventoried city .property. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. NHC J 1ti 1980 uate Style Source Setting Name (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton 44 Center St. iginal church esent Public PT ION 1908 First Church of Christ church .ip: p C1 Private individual Fi r t ciginal owner Exterior wall fabric Hampshire Gazette Roman Classicism Architect S.S. Beeman Chicago Outbuildings connected to Italianate- stlle house. clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Area Form no. 31D 126 Moved Date Scientist Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) See Below HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) The present reading room of the church at 79 Masonic St. was moved from the corner site upon which the church was built in 1908. It adjoins the church the facade of which, with its Doric columned portico, raised, is flanked by hipped projections. The entrance way has two narrow win- dows flanking the doorway which is crowned by a eight lighted transom. The symmetrical arrangenment is carried out with nine windows on each s1-'e of the building while hipped dormers also project from each side of the roof. Inside these dormer windows become lunette shaped, contained in an arch vault of the barrel vaulted ceiling. Side aisles have flat ceilings which join the corniced beams of the barrel vault base which is supported by two Doric columns The stark interior is all in white with only the pew arms and backtops done in dark wood for contrast and relief. A raised plat- form contains the preachers podium and chairs. Original architectural blueprints with architect's name avail- able in records in Church basement. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES _H_a_m_p�shire Gazette 11 /10/ 54. BIieprints, 1906: First Church of Christ. 20M -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION ess 245 -249 Main Street Wright Block ent use Comm ercial Fenno Pratt 4. Map. "Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5 -73- 075074 M AIN 5T1?C T I'ULI6K 1 PPrqC MtOYL 1RL HALL DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. RF E PSI g ov er) MSS. HIST. COMM. Architect In Area no. 1 Northampton Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none brownstone window pediments Altered no Date Moved no Date 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Form no. 31D -13C) Other features brickwork cornice, 5. Lot size! One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street flush with sidewalk Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date April 1, 1975 17 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Commercials Masonic Order used upper floors Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Ansel ,Wright commercial Aboriginal Conservation Recreation_ Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) the Wright Lilock was an almost total reconstruction of the old Masonic Hall, erected by Isaac Damon in 1825 on this site. When the new block opened in 1871, the Masons once again occupied the upper stories. bhe blcick was designed by Wm. F. Pratt, and represents one of his better and later commercial blocks. bhe cornice is decorative yet less intrusive than that of the earlier Rust block. The window pediments are delicate and lend a Renaissance dignity to the structure. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, April 11, 1871. 3/73 MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston FORM B BUILDING 11 1 J a iviap 1,i a. VI .7 in relation to nearest cross streets and other; buildings. ;Indicate north. HC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 01 IV.11/A1VYLZ(,1 MRtN SPZEET 1 -7 1 e-irY IM LL 404 t 0 NOT WRITE IN THIS SP C J J 1 USGS Quadrant 9 5 eS (over) Northampton ss 5. Lot size: �J In Area no. Form no. 31 1) 17-)33 229 -239 Main Street Alberts Block nt use Commercial /residential 229 235 Samuel Goldman snt owner 235-239-North Hatfield Realty Corp. �iption: urce itect 1890 March 1890 Daily Hampshire GazPttP Victorian ,Commercial Exterior wall fabric Brick Outbuildings (describe) unknown none Other features grouped windows with brownstone arches r four stories decorative cornice Altered no Date Moved no Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street 5 feet Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Northampton Hi sto ri cal Commission Date May 1, 1915 X 73 7 Original owner (if known) So .at ckin n Original use Commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Commercial Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural as Exploration/ Science/ Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) One of a series of Victorian commercial block o lining the north aide of Main Street, The facade is divided vertically into our sections t bays wide© Brick furnishes the de.rative touches as well a the wall material. Firt known as the Dickinson block, the block was built in 1869 tor merchant So Go Dickinson on part of the old Lyman estate© The adjoining Rust's Block was the first of four commercial blocks to be built on the former Lyman property.in 1867. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) ily Hampshire Gazette August 24 1869© 77 r r r t r r r r ,,p rrro FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston STR £E r HC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 213 221 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 1 1 1 M A tiS O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE y /,S USGS Quadrant (over) 5. Lot size! iption: In Area no. Form no. 31D 139+ Northampton ss 213 -227 Main Street Pierce Block nt use Commercial /residential nt owner Samuel Goldman 1869 August 24, 1869 irce Daily Hampshire Gazette Victorian Commercial Arerutect Wm. Fenno Pratt Exterior wall fabric Brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features intricate brickwork cornice, brick also interestingly used in place of stone as window surrounds Altered fenestration Date altered Moved no Date One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 40 feet /'approximate distance of building from street 4 i 5 feet C 6. Recorded by Co Dubie OMM OrganizationNo r t hamp ton Historical Commi s sion Date May 1, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Original useommP, Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Commerclal 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This four story brick block on upper Main Street was built in 1890 and replaced a wooden structure about twenty years old. The latest block in the group, the Pierce Block is the only structure on upper Main Street in which the windows in the facade are functionally grouped rather than evenly spaced. Round brownstone arches unify window spaces and a thin stringcourse indicates the horizonatl division of interior space. The block is the first brick structure to be built on the site C. S. Crouch, a merchant, built the first substantial building, a four story wooden block, on the site in 1870. At that time, the brick structures to the east and west were cons tr ucted. Both the adjoining blocks were designed by Wm. F. Pratt; the name of the architect of the 1890 block has not been determined. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, July 5, 1870; March 1890 20M- 5- 73-075074 Al N SrAET DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. ISSION oston 1. Town Nort hampton Address '207 211 Main Street Name Rust' S Block Present use Commercial Present owner Leonard Gruber Description: Date 1867 1 7-- In Area no. Source Registry of Deeds, Hampshire Style Victorian commercial Architect Wm. Fenno Pratt Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features bri ckwo rk cornice, flat brownstone window arches in facade, round arched windows on side Altered no Date Date Moved no 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 f eet Approximate distance of building from street r7 flush with sidewalk Form no. 31t 13(p none Recorded by C. Keith Wilbur Or No rthamp ton Hi sto ri cal Commission Date April 1, 7. Original owner (if known) Theodore and Charles Ru s t Original use Commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Commercial 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The building stands on the old homestead of Joseph Lyman© Owners of the property prior to 1867 were Samuel F, Lyman, Hannah Ea Brewer, Frances Brewer, 2oseph Lyman, Eliza Henshaw, Thomas Jones, Noseph Lo Jones, William Go Jones, Susan Lesly, and Catherine R. Delano. The building was sold in 1870 by Theodore and Charles Rust, who had bought the property in 1867 for $2500© --C. Keith Wilbur The Rust Block was designed in 1867 by William Fenno Pratt. Although much attention was given to the decorative cornice (fully a quarter of the area of the facade), the facade is rather static. The slightly recessed window area contains a dozen evenly spaced windows with plain flat arches. The brickwork in the cornice is layered and vaguely gothic in flavor® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County. Daly Hampshire Gazette, September 10, 1867 3/73 7 20M- 5- 73-075074 MHC Photo no. m4'N 5r&CET DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant tISSION loston MAY 1975 MASS. H1So0►M. 1. Town Northampton Address 199 201 Main Name O'Brien Block Present use Commercial Present owner James O'Brien 3. Description: Date 1868 Other features 5. Lot size: In Area no. November 5, 1867 Source Daily Hampshire Gazette ,Style Victorian Commercial unknown Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none story, ,small pediments in second story, brickwork cornice Altered 3 P ted rin n dows Lenged hit Moved no Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street flush with sidewalk 6. Recorded by C, Dubie Form no. 31D 1 3/4138 flat arches in first Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date April 1, 1975 77{‘, 7. Original owner (if know Original use commer S. Carr Brothers. Subsequent uses (if any) and dates commercial 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural c Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The O'Brien (Carr) Block was one of the first brick blocks to rise on the north side of Main Street in response to rapid commercial development in the late 1860' so Small pediments top the windows of the upper story and a brick “•York cornice decorates the roofline0 Iron columns define the retail space on the ground floor. The O'Brien block is quite similar to the Rust Block (1867) across the lane, and may be the work of W. F. Pratt, although.he is not mentioned in connection with its construction. The window pediments of the Carr Block are a bit more ambitious than tr.ose of the earlier 1867 Rust Block and resemble those of Pratt's 1871 Wright Block (now the Sherwin Block). Details like the fine brick "lace” at the cornice line are present in each. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, November 5, 1867 3/73 2 20M -5- 73-075074 Mil N 511E T DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. REC ISSION oston F IVED WV 2 1975 (over) ASS. H1ST. COMM. 1. Town Northampton 163 -187 Main Address 189-191 Main Form no. 11 1 31D�1 1 ,3q In Area no. Fleming. Block Name Astman B o ck Present use Commercial 1 1187 Br st Richardson Present; owner 1 191 exan e r ugu s 3. Description: 1868- Astman Block Date 1871- Fleming Block 8/11/68,. 4/18/1871 Source Daily ampsire Gazette Style Victorian Commercial 1868 building- unknown Architect 1871 building J. M. Miner Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features brickwork cornice, brownstone window surrounds, 189 Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less five feet 6. Recorded, by C. Dubie x Over one acre Approximate frontage 25 feet each Approximate distance of building from street Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date April 15, 1975 1868 building- 7. Original owner (i known) 1871 building =Willlarns Flock Original use commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates commercial 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) These two virtually identical commercial blocks were built in 1868 and 1871 during the period of expansion of the business community in Northampton. The Williams Block (easterly) abuts the Old Fitch Hotel Block to the east, and, 'like the hotel, replaced a building destroyed by the fire of 18700 The buildings are three stories in height and four bays wide. First story windows have flat brownstone arched; second story windows have segmental keystoned arches. The two buildings are capped with a brickwork cornice similar to those on other downtown blocks. The westerly block, like the adjoining 1868 Carr Block, was built on the old Lyman homestead. The easterly block was once the site of the Lyman block, which housed a druggist and abutted the old Warner House, the town hotel. 3/73 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, August 11, 1868, April 18, 18710 FORM B BUILDING 20M -5- 73-0 75074 MMiA sfEET DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant R MHC Photo no. ISSION oston MAY 2 1975 (over) MASS. HIST. COMM. 1. Town 3. Description: Date 1871 Style Architect Moved 5. Lot size: In Area no. No' rthamp ton Address 179 Main Street Name Old Draper Hotel Present use Commercial Present owner Jasper Danziger Source Daily Hampshire Gazette July 11, 1871 Victorian commercial Exterior wall fabric J. M. Miner brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features segmental brownstone window arches, "quoining" at corners, iron cornice with central broken pediment Altered windows covered ate no Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 ft Form no. 17 Approximate distance of building from street flush with sidewalk 6. Recorded by C. Atbi e "p, LDOrganization Northampton Historical Commi s sion Date April 1, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Fitch Brothers, Original use Hot el block Subsequent uses (if any) and dates commercial 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Fitch Hotel and two hotel blocks, built in 1870 ©71, replaced the burned Warner House. Only the westernmost block remains. The soup of three buildings was executed by J. M. Miner. The remaining structure is a rather ill organized composition. he brownstone window surrounds are stiff and the quoining and the brick oadentilso° beneath the iron cornice meet awkwardly at the upper corners of the facade. The letter "F is grandly stampted in the center of the roof pediment. (Although the hotel was a large and important building in the downtown, Miner° s work does not equal that of W. F. Pratt, whose commercial buildings on Main Street have greater coherence and more delicate detailing.) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Gazette, July 11, 1871 3/73 FORM B BUILDING All A QQ A 'UTTCT' TTQ ATQTlIRTO 4 T nnnn VITQQT(ThT 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M-5-73-075074 17 ET DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant RE MHC Photo no. n v 2, 19 5 ;ss •iption: 1870 _tree 5. Lot size: In Area no. Form no. Northampton 153 -159 Main Street Todd Block nt use, Commercial ant owner Albert Aube, Jr. Victorian Commercial Architect J. M. Miner Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none features brickwork cornice, brown- stone arches with keystones above, segmental below Altered fenestration Date 1q 1945 altered Moved no Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 60 feet Approximate distance of building from street flush with sidewalk Recorded by C. _Debi e Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date April 1, 1975 v 7. Original owner (if known) Wm. Todd_ et al d Original use Commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Commercial 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Todd block of 187® replaced an earlier brick building with wooden cornice following the fire of July 1870. The fire destroyed several commercial blocks as well as the Warner House Hotel. The Fitch Hotel (later the Draper) and the commercial blocks built on the north side of Main Street following the fire were the work of J. M. Miner, a Cleveland native who located for a time in Northampton. Photographs of the Todd Block taken in the late nineteenth century reveal ten identical and evenly spaced windows in the first and second stories of the building. Rather blunt keystoned. arches top each window opening. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, April 18, 1871 3/73 Aginit Wit 147 ��9 MAI N 20M -5- 73-075074 O 2 ,A1.4 //V sTREEr '4 ISSION oston Da ind DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. CEIVED MAY 2 1975 (over) MASS. HIST. COMM. 1. Town Northampton Address 147 149 Main Street Name Serio Block Present use Commercial In Area no. /'c Form no. 31D -19 Present owner Maria Serio 3. Description: Date 2nd floor and cornice 1870 lower portion earlier Source Style Victorian Commercial Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric brick, brownstone trim Outbuildings (describe) none Other features patterned brickwork cornice, brownstone surrounds: segmental above, flat below Altered 2nd story addedjate 1870 Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street flush with sidewalk 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date April 1, 1975 C 7. Original owner (if known) unknown Original use commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates commercial 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce x Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Serio block is one in a series of uniform commercial structures lining Main Street. Originally a two story building, the Serio Block was renovated during the period of downtown expansion (1870)0 An additional storey and the present cornice were then added. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette August 9, 1870 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston esent owner William' E, Welch, scription: Whalen Office Supply Bernard O'Shea i I 20M -5- 73-075074 Exterior wall fabric brick Other features flat stone window arches, cast iron columns at base 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north: 'rte E t DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) In Area no. rl Form no. I D— r e o own Northampton Source numerous Gazette references Style early Victorian commercial Altered painted white Date Moved 5. Lot size: no /V JUN rj Approximate distance of building from street M 4 /V5 5 feet q /Sr. c04144 One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 50' 6. Recorded by Carol Dubie Date Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date April 15, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) unknown Original use commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) ommerni Al Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) An early brick block in Northampton. The simple lintels and bracketed cornice indicate that the structure pre =dates the brick blocks constructed 1868 ©1871 in the downtown business area. Early photographs and sketches of the adjoining Northampton National Bank building also depict this block© No alteration has taken place© The block is abutted by the 1865 Northampton National Bank building, the only cast iron facade in downtown Northampton, and by the 1870 Serio Block whose rounded window arches and brick cornice typify the Northampton commercial building of the 1870° s® -70 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 3/73 20M- 5- 73-075074 tg location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. COMMISSION 5use, Boston CEI wig 1975 C OMM. 1. Town Northampton 1 2 In Area no. A Form no. 31D- Address 135 Main Street Name Northampton National Bank (Old) Present use Morrison Opticians Present owner Gordon Morrison 3. Description: Date October 30, 1866 October 30 1666 Source Daily Hampshire Gazette Style Renaissance Revival Architect William Fenno Pratt Exterior wall fabric cast iron front/ brick sides Outbuildings (describe) none Other features fine cast iron railing in front Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 25 feet Approximate distance of building from street borders sidewalk Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date April 1, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Nort`.Zampton National Bank Original use Bank/Law Offices Subsequent uses (if any) and dates commercial 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) A cast -iron front with brick sides distinguishes the Northampton Bank Building (1866) from its later nineteenth century neighbors on -lain Street; bold detailing reveals its kinship with the Smi$h Charities building on lower Main Street. moth are the work of local architect W. F. Pratt. It is interesting that the old Bank building has survived to he present day: the great deficiency of cast -iron as a building material was its tendency to weaken and collapse when exposed to heat© Major town fires occurred to the west of the bank in 1870 and to the east of the bank in 1874 In January, 1876 the building was the scene of the famous Great Bank Robbery. 1,500,000--the largest amount of money stolen in the U. S© until that time --was stolen from the safe and secreted in the attic of one of the brick school houses opposite the Bridge Street cemetery.entrance© The robbers were ultimately brought to justice. (Judge Forbes had his office and living quarters on the third floor of the bank 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, October 30, 1866 February 1 1876 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 02108 Recorded by E. Lo nerg an Organization il.THO Date April 1980 Town Address Historic Name Use: Original office and commercial Present office and commercial Ownership:[] Private individual Private organization Original owner 3outh�ric DESCRIPTION: orthampton 10 -22 Center Public Source Style Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Central Chambers Major alterations (with dates) Area Form no. 14 5 8 brick Moved Date one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The block has a central entrance for the upper floors, with three stores on either side. Composite stone is used for trim on the block, with most of this being concentrated on the fifth floor, providing a strong contrast to the floors below. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) The 1912 building record of Northampton is the best in the history of the city... The largest item in 1912 was the handsome five story block on Center St., including six stories and 70 office rooms, built by E.G. Southwick at a cost of $75,000. It is the largest block iia the city and marks an important step in side street development.'" BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases. S•rin field Dail Re•ublican Dec. 30, 19120 ort ampton Directory: cross streets and other buildings or geographical features.` Indicate north. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization f`T ~iC Date April 1980 PTION: Source S.D. Style Architect Karl Putnam Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton 24 -28 Center :St. Area Form no. 31D -149 c Name IOOF Block iginal commercial and IOOF Hall esent commercial, residential office tip:D Private individual Private organization Public ciginal ownerInternational Order of Odd Fellows brick Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The three -story block has a central entrance on the first floor with a store on either side. Conposite stone is used for trim and the block is finished off with a bracketed cornice with frieze of eyebrow windows, and capped by a brick parapet. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) The Odd Fellows Block was built in_1911 at a cost of $30,000. There were two stores on the first floor and the IO.O.F. used the two upper floors. The architect, Karl Scott Putnam, was the son of Roswell F. Putnam, a well -known architect of the turn of the century period, and was just beginning his career at this time. After graduation from school he had interned for two years in the New York office of Edward Tilton and then returned to Northampton to join his father's firm. The elder Mr. Putnam died soon afterwards and Karl continued the practice. In the early 1920's he joined Smith College as a professor of Architecture, a position he held for over forty years. Mr. Putnam was_the most prominent architect of the first half of the 20th century in Northampton. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915.Atlasese Springfiled Dam Republican Jan. 1, 1912. Northampton Directory: 19229 1930, and 1965. Smith College Archives. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston HC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. rJ O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MAY 2 1975 (over) MASS. HIST. COMM. Town Northampton 160 Main .ddress Corner Main and Old South lame Columbian Building (Todd, Lee service entrance none raised Date 1877 Date ?resent use Commercial esent owner Standick Trust escription: ate 1871 April. 11, 1871 Source Daily Hampshire Gazette Style Victorian Commercial Architect Wm. F. Pratt Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) In Area no. Form no. 21D Brick Other features brickwork' cornice, rounded arch doorway on side Altered roof Moved no 51 Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street flush with sidewalk 6. Recorded by Co Keith Wilbur J r Organization Northampton Historical ,ommi s Sion Date April 1, 1975 '7 S Co.) 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 2nd and 3 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Ebenezer Hunt (1675 -1742) acquired land on the south side of Main Street, including this site© His son, Deacon Ebenezer Hunt (1703 -1788) inherited the land. and on the adjacent eastern feat built a gambreled roof house, later inherited by Dr© Ebenezer Hunt (1744 1820). The physician /pharmacist established a drug store in the house in 1769 with Dr® Levi Shepard© The lot by Old South Street was inherited by Drs David Hunt who sold the corner lot to the Edwards Church societ Edwards Church was built there in 1833 and destroyed by fire in 187L_ The Columbia Building replaced the burned structure in 18710 It was first known as Todd, Lee, and Co. Block® A stock company was organized to build an Opera House in the town in the mid-70's. the roof of the old Todd Block was raised and the tee upper stories tecame the Opera House opened _October 30, _1877© The first play was Our Boys" with 300 people present© The walls were scenery, painted by local artist Charles Burleigho Local actors and Hayner° s Orchestra furnished the talent© The Opera Company existed for fourteen ye re; the last performance, on May 21, 1891, was by the Gorman °s, 0 °America °s Elite Minstrel Troupe on after the building was converted to offices and the newly opened Academy of Music assumed the function of the Opera House® Todd,. Lee, d Co 0 Conservation Education Exploration x settlement Industry Military Political 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, April 11, March 31, January 2 Letger to editor, Gazette, August 6 1952© Wyman's Genealogy of Hunt Family, 1963 Gazette, November 6, 1877 d floor opera house '10/30/1877 5/21/1891 Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation assessor's records, 1871 1974, 1945, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State Horse, Boston 5M- 2- 75- R061465 MAID SlC� a fMHC Photo no. r DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 1. Town Northampton 6. Recorded by C. Dubie e, pi? In Area no. Form no. .ddress Old South Street resent use vacant; may be incorporated osed multi- service center resent owner escription: core of house-mid-1800' s; additicn e 1899, 1905. G ze te2/"11811 97 7/28/1899, Source 771519b5, 2719b6 Style Mansard 1899 -W. F. Pratt, Jr. 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect 1905 -E. C. &G. C. Gardiner in relation to nearest cross streets' and other buildings. Indicate north. surrounds building; Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none substantial porch stone steps mount the hill from Old South Street Alteredadded 1899, 1903Jate Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 222 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet Organization No Historical !F Commission Date April 15, 1975 M AY(ovgr)19 MASS. I -IIST. COMM. tr 7. Original owner (if known) Eno s Parsons Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Inn-1897 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political x Transportation 7,5 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Rahar° s Inn was opened in 1897 by Richard Rahar, who purchased the Parson's homestead from John Metcalf. The Inn was enlarged on two occasions: in 1899 William F. Pratt Jr. designed a 17 by 22 foot brick ell, and in 1905, in a more extensive renovation by Ec Ca Gardiner and G. C, Gardiner of Springfield, the roof was raised one story and the cld veranda was replaced with a much larger one. President Calvin Coolidge lived at Rahar s when he commenced his practice of law in Northampton. It was reported that the safe in the Inn once held the announcement from Peary that he had discovered the .North Pole. The Inn was for years a favorite meeting place of Smith College students® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 0aily Hampshire Gazette, February 20, 1897, July 28, 1899, July 15, 1905, February 27, 19060 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house as built in 1850 was two stories in height with hipped roof, wide eaves and brackets. The facade was three -bays wide and faced South St. This is the way the house appears on the 1875 "Bird's Eye View" of Northampton. In the early 20th century, just after Rahar's Inn was opened, a large four -bay addition was made to the Parsons House on the northern end. It was probably at this time that the slate Mansard roof with dentil cornice was added as well as the long wrap around porch. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES This was originally constructed in 1850 as Enos Parson's residence. Mr. Parsons was 6th in descent from Joseph Parsons, on e of Northampton's original settlers in Z654. He Was born on King St. in 1815 and apprenticed with James Ingals, who for forty years was the town's leading barber. In 1835 Enos went into business for himself. However, he wasn't satisfied being just a barber, and in 1838 was appointed captain of the state militia. In 1870 he was admitted to the bar, although he had been practicing Zaw in town since about 1850. He served as justice of the peace and was the leading trial justice of the town before the district court was established. He also served as commissioner= of insolvency, was president of the village improvement society in 1878 and 1879, and for many years Was the principal auctioneer in town. After his death in 1892 the homestead was sold to Richard Rahar who in 1897 opened Rahar's Inn. A large addition was made early in the 20th century and this became one of Northampton's most popular hotels. The location provided easy access to Main St. and gave a splendie vista of the Tom and Holyoke ranges south of the city. 20M -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston invOry11 r 4A 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ription: In Area no. I-t Form no. 31D-1.51 Northampton with fanlight Date ass Crafts Avenue Hampshire Bookstore Building ent use Commercial ent owner James E. Lunny 1R92 D i 1 4 1 1 8 1412p shire Gazette �urce 8/1 dtect unknown in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indioate n th. Exterior wall fabric bri ck Outbuildings (describe) Other features 7 bays wide; 2 stories; bri ck wall surface with stone trim; entrance Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less no Approximate frontage none Date x Over one acre 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street 5 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization No rthamp ton Hi sto ri cal Commission Date July 3 I JUN 301976 MASS. HIST. CO7.i=:7. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Cozier di, fa 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) P sa r erci al Aboriginal C onservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ C ommunication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Hampshire Book Shop, a nationally known bookstore in existence from 1916 to the mid 1960's, was for many years located in this late nineteenth century commercial block. The Book Shop, first located in three rooms at the corner of Elm Street and Bedford Terrace, was a source of literary materials for both Smith College and for the general reading public. Prominent authors often visited the Book shop to autograph their works for customers. In twenty years the Book Shop had achieved a national reputation. Robert Frost, special guest at the 20th birthday of the shop, read poetry selections and commented that the Hampshire was one of the best bookstores in the United States. The shop for many years maintained two locations, the main building on Crafts Avenue and a branch store on Green Street, convenient to Smith College personnel. The block is two stories in height with even fenestration. Brick and rough -face stone are used in window surrounds while the cornice exhibits the brick-work typical of Northampton's 19th century blocks. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, 4/12/1916, 8/22/1922, 7/19/1923, 11/4/1931, 4/17/1936. 3/73 7 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Neo classical Revival nruditect unknown lviap. Draw sxetcn of o uiiuiug iVeUlivii in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. e NA Iltir 20M -5- 73-075074 P,97/ DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. c:EJ V Dr SEP30 1975 MASS HST COMM. Northampton ess 184&186 Main Street Other features 4 stories; pilasters a corners and ciefi ni ng wi new areas _deco r i Nze Altered nn Date Moved 5. Lot size: nn One acre or less 6. Recorded by Organization Commission Date In Area no. Form no. 31p -1b! Panels pressed concrete x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street 5 feet C. Dubie het -wPPn 3rcl 4th floors Date Northampton Historical August 1, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Original use commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) not known cnmmerci Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This modest classical revival style commercial building, located on Main Street and flanked by two mid nineteenth century stores, is one of several examples of this late nineteenth century style.in Northampton. our stories in height, the structure is fashioned of concrete and features panels of Sullivanesque ornamentation between the third and fourth floors© the greatly increased window area and larger size of window units is' evident on comparision of the block with its earlier neighbors. The attempt to adapt classical forms to the commercial building results in tall pilasters supporting a wide cornice above the fourth story. The block is an important element in the street wall lining the southerly side of Main Street. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 3/73 crry FMLL FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sKetcn oI' uullulug ivcaLtvit in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. rir 5M- 2- 75- R061465 pr DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) s s 5. Lot size: Northampton In Area no. Form no. 180 182 Main Street Hillyer s Store nt use Commercial nt owner John T. Curran iption: pre -1850 7B9 Registry of Deeds 5 /30/1850 arce 128.302 early nineteenth cen. commercial n�,,.utect unknown Exterior wall fabric brick Altered no Moved no One acre or less 5 feet 6. Recorded by Dubie none .Outbuildings (describe) Other features 3 `stories with small double windows in 3rd story; stone lintels over windows Date Date x Over one acre Approximate frontage 25 feet Approximate distance of building from street Organization Northampton Historical Commission May 27, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) WiiritlIrop iyer? Original use Stores Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Stores and offices 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The block at the corner of Main and (Old) South Street is one cf the earlier brick blocks on Main Street. Stone lintels span window openings in the 2nd and 3rd stories; pairs of smaller windows are used in the top story. The bracketed cornice of the Hillyer Block appears on several other early nineteenth century stores and contrasts the delicate brickwork cornices int educed in the 1860s and used extensively in downtown Northampton. Winthrop Hillyer was a local merchant and holder of considerable property. In addition to several stores on Main Street, Hillyer owned a picturesque cottage (now 351 Bridge Street) overlooking the meadows. In the early years of Smith College, Hillyer contributed a substantial sum to the school His $25,000 contribution for an art gallery resulted in the construction of the Hillyer Art Gallery; Hillyer later in his will left property to the college. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette June 28, 1881; June 26, 1883. Registry of Deeds 128.302 t7s.\;-67 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston other buildings. Indicate north.:' ji:nuan'°rie r o DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 1. Town s �iption: )urce In Area no. Northampton 210 Main Street City Hall (Town Hall) at use City Hall :nt owner City of Northampton 1849 -50 3/19/1850 Ritect William Fenno Pratt wall fabric stucco over brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features battlements; windows with gothic revival moldings; decorative wooden trim; stone foundation Altered yes -over Date Moved n Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Gothic Revival /Picturesque Northampton Histori cal Commi ssion Date A P in" ECENED-- Form no. 310 none a rs n MASS. H161, 79 7. Original owner (if known) To of Northampton Original use Town 1=iall /Leeture Hall Subsequent uses (if any) and dates City Hall after 1884 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political x Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social Humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 181*6 the town voted to build a new town hall, either on the site or the existing hall (near the First Church and Courthouse) or on a new lot. In May of 1849 the lot adjoining the Unitarian Church was purchased and a month later William Pratt° s plan was adopted in spite of an offer from John Tappan, a Northamptonite, to secure an architect from Boston, Theodore Voelchers (about whom nothing else is known), to design the building. By March of 1850 the building was completed and dedicated. The Town Meeting Building Committee Re oor .is in the archives of Forbes Library; it includes mention o Pf ratt' s fee and a list made by the architect of errors which the workmen had made in construction. (Pratt did not get the contract to build the Hall.) Pratt designed the building in the early period of his career, when the influence of the picturesque was strong© While the massing and symmetrical facade of the building were rational, the decorative elements battlements and c ellation (now removed)—were romantic to the point of absurdity. Local residents have always had mixed feelings about the building, in the 1900° s the building was to be replaced by a more imposing, Classical structure. In 1974 an attempt was made to remove the last of the °°Gingerbread It now appears that local citizens and government have come to terms with the building as an historical curiousity. Until the construction of Memorial Hall in 1873, the Town Hall served as a lecture hall, this space on the 2nd floor now being offices. Many socials, dances and lectures were held in the building. .On several occasions, the more advvnced thinkers in the town invited speakers like William Lloyd Garrison and found themselves locked out by the more conservative keeper -of- the -keys. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazette 3/17/1846, 5/1/1849, 5/15/1849, 6/26/1849, 7/17/1849, 3/12/1350, 3/19/1850. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. "Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric Brick and Granite 1\ mAI N 5r►OT DO NOT WRITE -IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MAY (0i)e075 MASS. HIST. CON-Wt. .ess ;ription: iutect Outbuildings (describe) none Other features brick with granite trim; white wooden Ionic columns; heavy dentilated cornice. Altered Moved no Date 5. Lot size: 1904 6. Recorded by ti /r In Area no. Form no. No rthamp ton 220 Main Street Unitarian Church sent use Public Worship ;ent owner Unitarian Society ource Daily Hampshire Gazette rec_Reuival no One acre or less x Approximate frontage 70 feet Approximate distance of building from street 100 feet C. Dubie Date Over one acre Organization Northampton historical MHC Photo no. r Commi s sion Date April 15 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Unitarian Society Original use Church Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) none Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x E: ploration/ Science/ f t The Arts settlement invention f Commerce 1 tustry Social/ L' Communication litary humanitarian Community development )litical Transportation 9. Historical significance (include exp ation of themes checked above) The Greek Reviv Unitarian Church built in 1825 formalized the re%: .)1t igainst Clavinist Doctrine and affirmed the belief in man° s p( der to do good works. The Free Congregational Society of Florence, L., second majog source of Unitarianism in Northampton, is ni w a part of the Unitarian Society in the center of Northampton_. (The Free Congregational Society was for many years housed =gin Cosmian Hall, now demolished designed in 1872 by E. C. Gardn. The original structure on Main Street was destroyed by fire -in 1903; the new brick and granite building is of similar tyle and on the same site. --C Keith Wilbur 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Series in Hampshire Gazette December 1, 1954; 0 °The Beginnings of Unitarianism in Northampton," a talk by Allina Wilson February 20, 1972. 3/73 771 FULASk I PAnk FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M- 5-73-075074 in relation to other buildings. Indicate. north. MEMDYt1AL ()N g n 1 A-W HALL DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant R MHC Photo no. MAY 2 1975 (over) MASS_• Hl5►o COMM 1. Town Northampton In Area no. Form no. 0S ;S 240 Main Street :nt use City offices, ent owner City of Northampton source Daily Hampshire le "General G -Mansard :terior wall fabric red brick Outbuildings (describe) none chitect James McLaughlin of Cincinn® atti Other features White stone trim, mansard roof above elaborate cornice large interior hall Altered converted to o f 1istes no Date One acre or less a Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie C EI EDOr Historical Commission Date April 15, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) City of Northampton Original use Clarke Library and Museum Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1871, Memorial Hall was built on the hill above the Gas Light Company buildings. Public subscription and town funds contributed equally to its construction. Books from other local libraries were consolidated at the new Clarke Library and reading rooms on t M^in door. A bequest of $40,000 by John Clarke maintained the library. In memory of the soldiers who served the town since 1654, a list of all of the city's military men is displayed in the foyer. The second floor of Memorial Hall now houses a collection of early Northampton artifacts, maintained by the Northampton Historical Society. The plan of Memorial Hall was executed by James McLaughlin of Cincinnatti McLaughlin apparently never came to Northampton; W. F. Pratt was charged with overseeing the actual construction of the building. memorial Hall is the only example of the Post Civil War 0 °Gen2ral GrantB° style of architecture on Main Street. Rich red brick, white stone trim, and black mansarded roof are combined to create ornamental effects which contrast with the picturesque City Hall, the solid republicanism of the Greek Revival church and the delicacy of the classical Academy of Music nearby. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, September 26, 1871; Northampton Directory, 1875. 3/73 M -5- 73-075074 FORM A AREA SURVEY MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston MHC Photo no. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (iAY 21975 (over) MASS. HIST. COMM. Form numbers in this area Area no. Nor thampton t_ •ea uniform (explain): City owned g of area (if any) Pulaski Park rpe of ownership? 7 Public park 3 !c�(� a involved. Indicate any historic properties for which individual reports are completed on Forms B thru F, using corres- ponding numbers. Show street names (including route numbers, if any) and indicate north. Indicate with an "x" existing houses not inventoried on Form B. M an ecorded by C. Keith Wilbur RFCEIVED0 rganization Northampton Historical Como Date March 5, 197 '1 i 4•11i1 i,i'.t i 1 ;�;•�11. Duri:,g the 10.Le i.';OO's, the sire of Pulaski Park was used extensively for ab1 i c eeetions ,',d s a con r e t i r',g p1 ce for horse traders- r Public .u;., r; 'e there, end tradition has it that news of the at- ,ck ...,y the i'Ylti h en Concord and Lexington was rude at the site )et r.e.=en 1905 end 1907, the land passed from private to public ownership i th ti :a i.r: ;iatt� ti; cat of ecmmercial develcpr,ent on the site, the City held an election to cell cell for the acquisition of this land fcr a city park. L rie Free :.al s ed L,.olle11 by a veer narrow r`•ar i y Y �.�n in an e lection very low vut:er turnout. Thus the City obtained the property which si_sted of 150 feet of Main Street frontage and 350 feet of depth. "re fall of 1908 saw the official opening of the N_ain Street Park (its ,;ri:inal ra;ne) complete with a formal lawn and a concrete pergola de- �l�c,d Ly Joseph Cabringer of New York City. The park remained Main treet Park until 1945 when a monument of Count Pulaski was moved from in front of the legion hall to the center of the park. s the largest ::ri.nor. ity group in Ilampshire County, the Polish- American eii1._:Lion reprc :canted, and still represents, a formidable interest group Nort The Pulaski monument been erected in 1929 in response a Polish citizens° group plea to the City Council that ethnic groups° erti.cipati.on in ".rr;erican history be recognized. In the late 1760's, Pulaski was part of an unsuccese3ful conspiracy to kill the head of Czecho- slovakia. He arrived in this country in time to serve under Washington during the winter at Valley Forge, and was killed leading Pulaski's_Bri- ade against the British at the Battle of Savannah. Besides being a treat loader, he is an example of how freedom loving people the world e'er aided in our ;tr.ugglese 8. Bil liograpl;y ;iitd /or rcfci :moos such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, carly maps, ctc. Da i l,y_ n shire Gazette 11?39 (12 -24); 1904 (6 -23); 1905 (12 -12, 12 -15, 12 -19); 1906 (1 -17, 6 -2, 6 -16, 6 -18, 6 -20, 8 -11, 8 -23); 1907 (4-15, 7 -3, 7 -5, 7 -9, 7 -16); 1908` (6-30, 5 -1, 6 -4); 1929 (8 -13); 1934 (12 -11); 1958 (5 -12, 5- 1,2,3,4,5) Recorc s of City Government Meetings for: 6/1, 1906 6/4, 1908 .coY3s in I.a:mnshi.re' County Registry of Deeds 1906: Book 609, p, 319 8/22 1908: Book 632, p. 333 -35 p. 429 1911: rook 663, p. 331 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary. State House. Boston Iu 1 111; 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 5M 2 75 R061465 0 MFriN Srrt EE r Ca DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant HC Photo no. uN,r&rQ JP( Ai cry vkc11 c.1ry 1444- TINED MA$$, HIS -PEKE M. In Area no. Form no. 31D -1(0 No ethamp ton :ss 260 Main Street irce Academy of Music :nt use Motion Picture Theatre :nt owner City of Northampton iption: 1891 Architect William Brockelsby Exterior wall fabric warm gold brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features central pedimented pavillion decorated with pilasters and symbols of the Arts; delicate balustrade. Altered no Moved 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by C. f.1xbi e Date no Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet Organization Northampton Historical 1975 Commission n May 1, 1975 7. Original_ owner (if known) City of Northampton Original use Theatre Subsequent uses (if any) and dates none 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education x Exploration/ x settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation x 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Academy of Music was the first municipal theatre in the United States. The theatre was presented to the city by Edward Ha R. Lynan in 1891. Oustanding lectures, concerts, operas, dramas, an a '17°n r°6. 1 et i s pageants were regularly presented. In 1912, a stock company began the presentation of a different play each week. This first municipal theatre company in the United States achieved national. fame. William Powell and James Rennie were among the well-known members. The Academy of Music was designed in 1891 by William Brockelsby© e"It represents the new style introducea to the U. S. by McKi Meade and White, and is based on the rich brick and terra cotta architecture of late 15th and early 16th century Italy© the two story facade is crowned by a pediment resting on lavishly ornamented pilasters; the cast terra cotta trim is the same warm and tawny tone as the brick and its created symbols appropriate the function of the building. The Academy is also a fine example of 19th century rationalism. Its mass is articulated to reveal the different spaces within, and its exterior is detailed in a hierarchical fashion. the entrance and the first two bays of the side of the building are of golden Roman brick with generous terra cotta trim; the next portion has less ornamentation and introduces a less expensive, dark red brick; this part is clearly revealed as the theater itself. Finally the stage house is shown, not only through the silhouette but also through its straightforward character; it is totally of the red b ck a d the only embellishments are the handsomE 10. Bibl anar r references such as l oc a l histories, aeeas, assessor's records, iron fare= early maps, etc.) escapes. FORM. AREA SURVEY MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 5M -5- 73-075074 MAIN S17 ET C IVED 6. 41.,..\) 21975 Date MASS. HISTT M dition no Commission F I pa numbers in this area d f 1 0‘ Area nop 1 3 IT)-1(0 7 Northampton, Mass. 01060 al date or period 1856. 3 ri ck t with brick late roof a uniform (explain): of area (if any) "iiorthamoton Gas round gas holder of` ownership ?City of Northampton 5. Map. Use space below to draw a general map of the area involved. Indicate any historic properties for which individual reports are completed on Forms B thru F, using corres- ponding numbers. Show street names (including route numbers, if any) and indicate north. Indicate with an Ux" existing houses not inventoried on Form B. 1 f loAr DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant RP MHC Photo no. ■wI 666 0 OLD CANAL SCR 7RACk.5 Recorded by C. Keith Wilbur M.D. Organization Northampton Histori 12/15/74 gas 7. Historical data. Explain the historical /architectural importance of this area. The Northampton Gas Light Co. was organized April 18, 1 855. In 1856, the town was illuminated with gas. Prior to this only the homes were lit with kerosene and "burning fluid The original charter was issued in 1853 to William Stoddard, Samuel Fisk, and Daniel Kingsley© The works were completed in 1856 at a cost of 35,000 dollars. Capital was $50,000© The first places served were on Shop •w, and by 1895 there were over 600 consumers© Twenty -two million feet of gas was made annually at he plant at the foot of Crafts Avenue. The price of gas at first was $4 a thousand feet, a year later $3, then $2, and by 1895 was $1060. Twelve miles of pipe serviced customers at that time. There were three gas holders, round and made of brick, with slate roofs. One remains. The making of gas was a day and night job for two gangs of men. The works were on one of the yard tracks of t the Canal Railroad, and coal could be easily unloaded into the company's great coal shed. The new Gas Light Company building (5) was given to the City of Northampton, together with the 1856 gas paa.nt and gas holder, in 1974. 8. Bibliography and /or references such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc. Gazette SupplimenW November 30 1895. p 68 Northampton., The Meadow City, F. No Kneeland and L. P. Bryant, Northampton. 3/73 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston In Area no. Form no. 31D -178 `f. ivlap.: Lraw bKCLe11 V1 UULLt LtIE, •v�.: ut,iva: in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Northampton e P. Cavanaugh House residence ;ent owner Helen and Harlan aitect (over) f Deeds and Map Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) attached stable. Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 Kaplinger 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Patrick Cavanaugh Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1858 Patrick Cavanaugh bought a small parcel of land in the "lane between two schoolhouses on South St. to the millyard" from A. Perry Peck, the owner of the "millyard The house was soon erected and is shown on the 1860 map. Mr. Cavanaugh worked as a laborer and teamster at the gristmill, and maintained this prop- erty into the early 20th century. The house is two stories in height with ridge roof, two -story rear ell and a one -story connector to the two -story barn at the rear of the property. The three bay facade has a central entrance with one story porch. The porch is composed of shed roof, chamfered posts and ornate balustrade. All of the windows on the house are rectangular and have six over six sahses except for a small oculus in each gable. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1869 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 556 -P. 367, 180 -491. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1885 -86, 1873 -74, 1868 -69. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 34 -36 School St. `f. map. '1 J i 'a W "St ;L a vi uuaauaub 1vv4 'i in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess Organization NHC Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 31D -180 Northampton murce Naps and visual evidence Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 1 Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development residence Conservation Education x Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small double cottage first appears on the site in the 1873 atlas, and is owned by Lewis Clapp and Edwin Pomeroy, millers who owned the grist mill at the end of the street on the banks of the Mill River. However, the 1860 map does show a number of structures in this general area, all owned by A.P.eck Co., the owners of the grist mill. The house is one and -a -ahlf stories two interior chimneys, and a central wall gable on a double window, each with four over four sashes. six over six sahses. The entrances are located on one -story hipped -roof porches with sgare posts and Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation in height with slate ridge roof, the facade. Within the gable is The other windows on the house have each side of the house and have rails covering them. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1$95 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1860, 1873 -74, 1885 -86. nE) 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. a I A (over) Northampton 6. Recorded by Organization NHC April 1980 Date In Area n6. Form no. 31D -185 )urce MRps and visual avidenne Altered additions Date 20th c. Date 7q8 Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner Al known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) b C wire mill Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry x Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This site was originally near the lower falls on the Mill River. During the 1930's the river was removed from the center of the town and playing fields con- structed here. The first known mill on this site was a grist mill erected in 1742, and as late as 1915 the western end of the building was still being used as such, by William H. Smith. In the early 1870's Horace Lamb established a wire mill here. The 1885 directory describes the business as manufacturers of iron and tinned wire for brooms, brushes, card and fine tinned for weaving. Also, annealed and bright wire." This was the only factory of its kind in Hampshire County and produced 300 tons of wire annually. Most of the present building dates from the late 19th century, with the westernmost eight bays being an early 20th century addition. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1794 and 1831 Town Imps. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, 1895, 1915 Atlase Registry of Deeds: Bk. 130P. 84, 99 -462, 44 -249, 42 -72, 38 -350. Northampton Directory: 1860, 1873 -74, 1885 -86. 37M-7 -77 ORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets other buildings. Indicate north. a o p ot� (over) 6. Recorded by Date ss ent use iitect In Area no. Northampton 55 -65 South St. Mc Cormick Apartments residence ent owner Richard and John Shea :ription: 1915 puree Atlas and Directories Outbuildings (describe) Other features CLARK pbu Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Organization NHC April 1980 brick Date E. LonPrgi n Form no. 31D -187 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1915 1922. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 28, 1914, p. 7. The first true apartment building appeared in Northampton in 1910. Four year Later the McCormick Apartment Block was built at a cost of $60,000. This was the largest such block ever built in the city, containing thirty apartments. The block presents a facade of four stories to New South St.,but since the street is elevated the lower two floors of the southern end are hidden, and make the block six stories tall. The building is divided into three section on New South St., with the central section slightly recessed. Each division has a central entrance and a short pentroof of red tile supported by large brackets. The end sections have recessed porches with wrought iron rails on the upper floors above the central entrance, flanked by a pair of double and triple windows on either side. The central section has double windows above its central entrance, with recessed porches flanking these windows on either side as well as a triple window on each side. /FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north.' Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 Source Style Architect Setting Northampton Lc Name riginal resent PT ION Outbuildings 85 South St. Public ware 1892 -94 Exterior wall fabric Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 31D -197 E. Copeland House residence rpsi d.Pncp hip:[' Private individual Private organization riginal owner Edward P. Copeland Reg. of Deeds and Directory Queen Anne Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date wood shingles and vinyl cirli one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories tall with a high slate hipped roof and gabled projections in the facade and southern side, with a three -story octagonal tower with flaring octagonal roof at the corner of South and School Sts.. The front porch extends across the facade and around the tower. It has a pedimented entrance, square fluted piers and turned balustrade. Above the entrance is a small porch with similar posts and balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) 77) In 1892 Edward Copeland bought a parcel of land at the northwest corner of South and School Sts. Until the previous year when a new school was built, this had been the site of a city school. As a matter of fact, both corners of South and School St had had schools, appartently both very small. Mr. Copeland was the owner of "Cope- land's Bazar, Emporium of Fashion" on Main St., which featured "Stamping in every Var- iety, Satins Sateens, Fringes, Germantowns, Flosses, Corsets, Gloves, Ties, Scarfs, Laces, Fans, Baskets, and an unlimited assortment of Fancy Goods and Notions BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 454 -P. 141 and 167. 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston f 1V1dfi. JJL ct W ancwu vl UUL LULUS Lvl,l11.1v11 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. fiN 1 3 (over) ent use C"LL dtect Northampton ess 91 South St. C. Whitney House Exterior wall fabric c. 1900 Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization NHC Date In Area no. April residence Form no. 31D -198 North Hatfield Realty, Inc. Atlas and Reg. of Deeds brick and wood Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan 1980 Date Date shingles 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Charles W. Whiting residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 862 -P. 113, 527 -318. Northampton Directory: 2900. This large house was probably built by Charles Whiting shortly after he acquired this Zot from the estate of Jonathan WeZZs in 2899. Mr. Whiting was a partner with J.L. Mather in a carpentry and masonry firm. The house is two stories tall with hipped roof and hipped dormers. The first floor is built of brick with black glazed headers, while the second floor is clad w,th wood shingles. 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Exterior wall fabric ,clapbo� `t• VV in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Other features Il o cz2] (over) ess Outbuildings (describe) Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 31D -201 Northampton E. Lonergan NHC 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large double house was probably built during the 1860's. The 1873 atlas definitely shows the house, and it is owned by William Phillips, a basket maker. The 1860 map is more vague and shows School St. as a winding path leading from the two schools on South St. to the mills on the river. A number of buildings, probalby including boarding houses or tenements, are is the area. The house is two and -a -ahlf stories high with ridge roof and two interior chimneys. The five -bay facade has a central double entrance with raking hood supported by ornate brackets and topped by a double four over four sash window on the second floor. The other windows in the house have two over two sashes. There are two -story gabled projections at the rear of each side of the house. These are each two bays wide and contain an entrance. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1873 -74, 1885 -86. 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 0 r Ic23 e p in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess ent use ent owner Joseph Deyette, Jr ription: 1863 -66 )urce Reg. of Deeds iitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard 11/2-story carriage Outbuildings (describe) house with 2 wal l gables and cupola Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 31D -208 Northampton 97 South St. H. Rowley House residence NHC April 1980, Date Date Over one acre E. Lonergan SO3 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Henry R. Rowley residence Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local early maps, etc.) 1873, 2884 and 2895 Atlases. Regostry of Deeds: Bk. 435 -P. 459, 328 -477, Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 2885 -86. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation histories, deeds, assessor's records, 323 -289, 269 -143, 236 -257, 2Z2 -Z29, 204 -299. This house was built during the early Z860's for Henry Rowley. It's two- and -a -half stories tall with pedimemted gable to the street and a round headed louvered form with in the gable. A one -story porch with hipped roof and chamfered posts cove: covers the three -bay facade. In the rear of the property is a one and -a -half story barn with two front wall gables and a cupola with flaring domical roof. 371 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston other buildings. Indicate north. r (over) i ess ent use residence ent owner Hortense W. Clapp ription: 1893 -95 dtect Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 31D -221 Northampton 70 Old South St. A.W. Clapp House )urce Atlas and Reg. of Deeds Exterior wall fabric NHC April 1980 clapboard Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan SO L I Outbuildings (describe) 2 -story carriage house with cupola 7. Original owner (if known Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Alvin W. and Mabel D. Clapp residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation c-(3 U 1 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1893 Alvin Clapp, co- owner of a Main St. meat market, bought the Bliss homestead at the corner of South and Pruitt Sts., and had his house erected on the western part. Basically this is a two story house with slate hipped roof, but there ar- so many projections, bays, dormers and porches that the basic shape is obscured. Of kajor interest is the front porch. The porch has Tuscan columns, a balustrade and ped- imented entrance with a decorated tympanum and broadens out to an octagonal projection at the southwestern end. Here the porch is two stories tall and capped by a balustrade with paneled newel posts. There's also a two -story bay window with polygonal roof on the facade. In the rear of the house is a two -story carriage house with cupola. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 457 -P. 215. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, l922. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton ource maps and visual evidence Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Form no. 31D 222 Altered Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization NHC E. Lonergan Date April 1980 dos 7. Original owner (if known) Julius C. Phelps Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large double house was probably constructed around 1850. The house is shown on the 1854 map and is owned by Julius C. Phelps® The property remained in the Phelps family until about 1890© Originally the house faced a large open area where South St. curved up the lower sloes of Fort Hill. About 1890 a new elevated South St® was constructed just west of this property, making a more direct connection to :lain St The house is two®and- a-half stories tall with diamond-pattern, slate, ridge roof and two interior chimneys. The five-bay facade has a double central entrance and is covered by a porch with low =pitched hipped roof, projecting cornice, squire goats and a balustrade© Above the entrance are two narrow four over four sash windows© The other windows in the house have six over six sashes© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 C,,unty Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases© 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess Moved Date W.F. Prindle House ent use ource hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered portico Date mid 20th c. 5. Lot size: In Area no. Form no. Northampton 73 Old South St. residence 31D -223 :ent owner Myron and Theresa Clark ;ription: 1875 -84 Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Italianate Date One acre or less x Over one acre__ Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC April 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) William F. Prindi residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1875 William Prindle bought part of Elijah Kinsley's homestead fronting on South St. M. Prindle had a store on Main St. and was a stove dealer, plumber, steam and gas fitter, and drain pipe installer. He died in the mid 1880's and the property passed to Henry Williams, vice president of the Williams Mfg. Co., basket manufacturers on Smith St. in Northhampton. The house is two stories in height with flat roof, projecting molded cornice, and frieze with decorative ventilating grilles. The three -bay facade has a 2 -story central, gabled pavilion with a one -story gabled entry porch in front. The windows on the facade have heavy molded cornices, while there is a two -story bay window on the eastern side. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 405 -P. 357, 404 -505, 316 -70, 293 -253. Northampton Directory: 2885 -86, 1895 -96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Date cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Organization NHC April 1980 uate is Name riginal IPTION: Source Style Architect )riginal owner Kingsley family Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings Recorded by E. Lonergan Setting Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Norfhampl Area Form no. 31D -224 67 -69 Old South St. Public 1840 Kingsley house residence resent residence hip: Private individual Private organization visual evidence Greek Revival Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date SC7 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two and -a -half stories 3n height with slate roof and two interior chimneys. The five -bay facade is set of by corner pilasters and a wide frieze board, with the first floor being covered by a porch with flat roof, projecting boxed cornice, square posts and balustrade. The central entrance projects slightly and has sidelights. An interesting facet of this house is its rear ext- entions, which are three in number. The rearmost is covered with wide boards. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (.explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This property was part of the Kingsley homestead, established on South St. in 1739 by Smauel Kingsley Jr. The homestead originally was bounded on the north and west by the Mill River and on the south and east by South St. This large house appears to have been built early in the second third of the 19th century. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map, 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Antiquities, Historical and Graduates of Northampton 1882, pp. 137 -39. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) a Northampton .ess Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by E. LOnergan Organization Date Jan, 1980 In Area no. Form no. 31D -228 11 Fruit St. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street NEC 80S 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Charles Smith residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention', Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 18739 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 218 =P. 288 190 ®251 183 ®329 113 ®313 107 °369 71 °139. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Fruit and Conz Sts were opened off of South St© in the mis 1820 °s. These were the first street to be developed off of itouth St and along with Union and Cherry Sts. which were opened off of Market St at the same time, represent the first major subdivisions in Northampton center© The house features a flush -boarded, pedimented front gable with small round headed window and a tall entrance way© The door is flank r1 by pilasters and crowned by a four -light transom and entablature. T: house extends bask to a one-story barn. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Y. 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) In Area no. Form no. 31D -230 Northampt .ess 21 Fruit St. e 3ent use 3ent owner Irene Warner �ription: 1922 -30 residence Directories source e Dutch Colonial hitect 8 `1 Exterior wall fabric clapboard and shingle Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization DateJune 1980 NBC 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 9. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built during the 1920 °s on Fruit St0 The street had been laid out in the 1820's, but most of the western side became part of the Fort Hill estate originally owned by Samuel Whit- marsh. The first known owner of this house was Josef Karankiewicz, who is listed here in the 1930 directory® Mr© Karankiewicz was co-owner of the Northampton Paint Co. on Pleasant St0 The house. features a flaring gambrel roof with large shed dormers to the front and rear. The central entrance on the facade has a similar, flaring gambrel canopy, suppoeted by large brackets. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1915 Atlas. Northampton Directory: 1922, 19300 FOUNDATION/BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material: Bificic WALL COVER: Wood CI_ APiv-)A OUTBUILDINGS Entrance: Side Front: Center/Side Details: Windows: Spacing: Regular/Irregular Identical/Varied Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards 5. Indicate location of structure in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings ■--y 6: I 1 NI f 5 1 4 ----7 0 L___ 1 Q` J r4... oLD 5a u 5T FORM MHC-B 10M-4-67-944872 4. DESCRIPTION Original use 1-I0M Present use Rom Present owner "Dlei-c F5)4 Open to public Wo (cic ecrt fr Losinoqs Date 1761 Style F r Source of date p, Architect U JLted Moved Altered Added Brick Stone Other 6. Footage of structure from street 30 NOTE: Recorder should obtain written permission from Commission or sponsoring organization before using this form. SEE REVERSE sn-17 31 b.2 2 Town NO fl F Ton; I'1 tisk r7$ Street address .511 sc t siffEET Name D tISPYCSS (PNOTC6flPfl-ly) N,,ve, eJ.ct ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat 1143 Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 Center End End interior Cluster Elaborate Irregular STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings ,FJ,1 Shed Dependency 2 CLJ-5 PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 Portico jvc Balcony Recessed: FACADE: Gable end: Front/Side Ornament: Property has j o feet frontage on street Recorder 11 tr 11 Pg TER5 For NOR T1- m PION 1-11 sTORicAt gOCi E Photo Date CLC-ct-acct 141=2- RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Type Buildings: Use: Residential., Commercial Religious Proxi Con di t io ns Excellent Good Fair ft. 100 ft. Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominent Features Landscape Architect GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OF SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) This house was built in 1761 by a brother of Noah Parsons mho built the house next door at t8 Old South Street, According to Trumbull's History of Northampton the property of Noah Parsons was divided in 171..0. The two front rooms are in the original condidion. The present ovrner Dick Fish purchased the house from Mrs. Hazel Turner in 1960. Her father Charles Howard owndd it before that time in the 30's and perhaps earlier. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Trumbull History of North -r.ton Information from present owner RESTRICTIONS Original Owner: brrt Pr of Noah Parsons Deed Information: Book Number Page Registry of Deeds Deteriorated Architectural reason for inventorying: a7e and style z NDATION/BASEMENT: High Regular Low ALL COVER: Wood CHIMNEYS: L 2 3 4 STORIES: 1 2 3 4 PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 FACADE: Gable end: Front/side Entrance: Windows: k Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins 4. DESCRIPTION 5, Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings p 3 LJ -k OLD .f. TH. 2. Town NORTHAMPTON Street address 48 Old South Street Name Noah Parsons House Use: original present Home Present owner Ali ce II. ;lac-tolls Open to public No Date c 1750 Style Colonial 1755 on chininey Source of date The Northampton Book, Karl Putnam (Numerals on chimney) Architect ur,lzr 07M 31 D-2.3.5 OR part of Area 3, CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added clapboC 5 Brick Stone Other ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed none PORTICO For Material Br i nic and stone ROOF: Tlidg,e Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate Ornament Side El:DI:t: _Lutu/Side Details: Spacing: Regular/Irregular Identical/Varied Cornerboards 6. Footage of structure from street 45 Property has 200 feet frontage on street Recorder Miriam E. Peters Photo Northampton Historical Society SEE REVERSE SIDE Date 1970 Rai nony RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1, Outbuildings 2, Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominant features largerecs Landscape architect 3. Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom, Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE 0]? SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) This house was built in 1755 (numerals on chimney) by Noah Parsons great grandson of Joseph Parsons (Cornet Joseph Parsons) who built the oldest house still standing in Northampton. It is shaded by a large elm planted by Noah Parsons. It is the lean—to or saltbox type of Colonial architecture. Long a residence it has until recently been a shop for needbcraft. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /0 REFERENCE The I "orthampton Book Form B. 10M -6 -71 -049683 P/ 111 Original Owner: Noah Parsons Deed Information: Book Number Page fi t RESTRICTIONS glstry of Deeds FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Source Reg. of Deeds and Maps Bracketed cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate' north. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NEC April 1980 Date Style Architect iginal 7esent Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton 109 Market St. Area Form no. 32A -3 c Name W.C. Prentiss house residence residence tip:en Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner PTION: Z850's 211 Major alterations (with dates) enclosed porch and sided mid 20th Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) This Italianate house has been quite modernized during the mid 20th century, but still retains its basic form and characteristic motif- wide eaves supported by double brackets on a frieze with interspersed ventilating griZZes of a decorative nature. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) The house seems to have been built for William Prentiss, a "painter and glazier" Mr. Prentiss began in business in 1820, and had worked with his son William F. for many years. They were reported to be "the principal sign painters in the county Mr. Prentiss bought this lot of land, which was lot no. 2 on Josiah Whitney's 1854 subdivision plan for a portion of Market /North Sts. and a new street to be called Walnut St„ for the sum of $200 in 1.857. However the Z854 map of Northampton shows a house on this site owned by Mr. Prentiss, confusing the title chain. However, styZisticall this house wouldn't date much earlier than this map. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 183Z Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 222 -P. 2, Z80 -1.59. North,.,:,pton Directory: 1860 -61, 1868 -69, Z873 -74. 201 -2 /80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ta lllap. 1JL LW in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess ent use residence ent owner Frank and Anna Latrenier :ri Durce iitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 32A -8 Northampton 35 Walnut St. 1884 -95 Atlases wood shingles 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC Organization Date Date x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 313 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Walnut St. was opened in 1854 by Josiah Whitney, but the southern side of the street wasn't developed until much later. By 1884 there were only four houses on this side. Most of the houses were constructed within tie next decade including this L- shaped cottage. The first known owner and occupant of this house was Andrew Hyde, a manufacturer of violins and "musical merchandise", who was listed here in the 1895 -96 directory. The house is 12 stories in height and L- shaped, with fabled ends. The entrance is located in the crook of the L and covered by an extension of the gabled roof. This porch had turned post's and a pattern balustrade and is crowned by a triangular dormer with pointed window. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlasesv Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. llraw shetcn o ouuuui lueaLiuti in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northamptnn :ss 19 Walnut Street In Area no. Form no. 32A -13 residence ent owner Stephen and Hollace Cernak )urce Atlases Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization 1873 1884 Date April 1980 clapboard E. Lonergan NHC g W 7. Original owner (if known) residence Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Walnut St. was opened in 1854 by a subdivision plan of Josiah Whitney. The northern side of the street was developed first with almost all of the houses being built between 1860 -73. Development of the southern side proceeded more slowly with only one house appearing on the 1873 atlas. By 1884 there were four houses built, including this one, and most of the others were built by the end of the century. This house is two stories in height and T- shaped with gable end to the street and gabled projections to either side. Each gable ahs an oculus, while the western side also has a two -story bay window. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. North nipton Directory: 1885 -86. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 172 -P. 461. FORM B BUILDING (MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. liraw sKeticn of ouriuing wt.:U.1.10E1 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) U t :dOr liamF; OI. ess 56 ent use .ent owner Ra2.7.1a aria i iz age th ription: ;her residence c. 1 >urce Reg. of Deeds and Architect Exterior wail fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date ;Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Ts April 19 Date In Area no. Form no. 52A-31 E Loner;Tan Grimaldi .1 apboe.rd S1S 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) resid ce Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ 1 The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This late 19th century house is interesting for its detailing. The house is 21/2 stories in height "with hipped able end to the street and a 21 story hipped gable projection on the western side. Fish -scale shingles are used in both of these gables, and a vertical -board frieze separates this upper section. from the two story block of the house. There are two blank window forms delineated on the house and slightly projecting boarding is used as a string course connecting the sills and lintels of the windows. A one -story porch with flat roof, chamfered posts, arched openings with cut -away spandrels and patterned balustrade cavers the three -bay facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 376-P. 299, 137 -86. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 2. Photo (3x3" or 3x5 Staple to left side of form Photo number 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location' in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 (over) 1. Town Address 57 Cherry St. H. Hutchins' House Name Present use residence Present owner Rose Bourdon 3. Description: Date Source Style Architect c. 1785 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features l —story with gambrel roof and pedimented dormers, centre:. chimney, entry porch. Altered sided Northampton Moved from Bridge St. Date 1830 -40 5. Lot size: One acre or,less X Over one acre 90' Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by C. Dubie and E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date In Area no. Form no. 32A -40 Reg. of Deeds April 1980 asphalt shingles Date mid 20th c. 7. c Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This gambrel roofed residence was originally located on the north side of Bridge St. It was possibly built c. 1785 as the homestead of Hezekiah Hutchins. During the 1820's the property was purchased by the pro- prietors of St. John's Episcopal Church to serve as the site for their church. It is reported that the house was given to James Buckman, who moved it to its present site on Cherry St. The Buck's maintained this property until the late 1880's. The house is one story in height with gambrel roof. The symetrical five -bay facade is toward Cherry St., and has a central entrance with chimney. A porch with flat roof, turned posts and balustrade cover the entrance. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 407 -P. 270, 136 -104, 107 -201, 104 -32, 101 -52, 62 -123, 52 -328, 44 -405, 17 -555, 16 -131. Forbes Library: Photographic Collection Hezekiah Hutchins House. 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston r 'IC cS f 1 L 2. Photo (3x3" or 3x5 Staple to left side of form Photo number 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate, north. (over) 1. Town Northampton Address 25 Cherry St. Vame Present use residence Present owner Michael and Rose Griffin 3. Description: Date c 1830 Style Source Reg. of Deeds Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features l r —story gable end to street, central chimney, entrance with transom. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage In Area no. Form no. 32.1 -42 clapboard. 60' Approximate distance of building from street 20' $17 6. Recorded by C. Dubie and E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date Apri 1 1 grs0 0 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Cherry and Union Sts. were laid out during the 1820's through the Colonial homestead on Market St. These homesteads had extended easterly to the burying ground and both of these street did likewise. The 1831 map shows four houses on each street,. and this house is probably shown. The house was owned by absentee landlords until the early 1890's when Louis Remillard, a blacksmith, purchased the house and made it his homestead. The house is 12 stories tall with gable and to the street, and the main entrance with transom centrallly located on the western side. There's also a large central chinriey on the ridge roof. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records; early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1866 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and1895 Atlases. Reigstry of Deeds: Bk. 449 -P. 80, 112 -70, 88 -218, 74 -497, 74 -490. Northampton Directory: 1860 -61, 1873 -74, 1885 -86, 1895 -96. X 11 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Dffice of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1' g. Nlap. urd w in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 5M- 2- 75— R061465 60 y 5/77..0 r VN(aN sr. Oit1 QG STREE T livi NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant HC Photo no. F+a4'S� O r car'- meTjd t✓ (over) 5S In Area no. Form no. /L- 1 Northampton Cherry Street Wm. Pratt Cottage nt use residence nt owner Cami 1 1 a TravPra 'i 1845 -1860 Daily Hampshire Gazette zr 8/7/1860; Registry of Deeds, 110.201 Gothic Cottage ;_tect :,m F. Pratt Exterior wall fabric woo d Outbuildings "(describe) none Other features numerous gables with arched windows; steep sloping rooflin modest chimney; bays with wooden remodeled cornices Altered by Pratt Date 1860 Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street 10 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date June 2, 1975 8 7. Original owner (if known) William Fenno Pratt Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Resi Bence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian. Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This Gothic cottage was built by local architect 14m. F. Pratt c0 1850 and remodeled by him in 1860® The the architect's residence 1845 ®1861, is far more modest than the cottage designs which he executed for local residents during the period 1845 ®18600 It is possible that prior to renovation in 1860 the structure exhibited few of the characteristics of Gothic Revival cottage style, for the Gazette refered to the house as a "dwelling house" in 1860 and as a "cottage" only after renovation and sale of the residence to Go L. Shaw, for $1,700, in 18610 It is worth noting that Pratt held numerous mortgages on the property, and that his later residence on North Street was sold at auction in April 1879 following Pratt s declaration of bankruptcy0 The practice of architecture in Northampton was not particularly lucrative The Pratt Cottage has a steeply pitched roof pierced by dormers whose windows terminate in pointed panes. Originally tiny, the cottage has been enlarged at the south and east. A later bay with thin "gothic window surrounds was probably added in 18600 Presently sided with clapboards, the cottage once featured vertical. siding more in keeping with the picturesque mood. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 1990362, 110.201. Daily Hampshire Gazette,. August 7, 1860, April 2, 1861, April 8, 18790 FORM B BUILDING Recorded by Organization Date MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 1W4M1. -LUSA tit J..claL.lvia ttcalcZt cross streets and other buildings geographical features. Indicate north. E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 Date Style Architect Lc Name riginal resent Northampton 73 Market St. lip: ID Private individual Private organization riginal owner ?TION Public 1830 Source Reg. of Deeds and visual evidence Greek Revival Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no 32A -46 residence residence clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Blq qt9 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 2 stories in height with pedimented end to the street. Within the pediment is a round- headed window form, now covered. The two -bay facade has six over six sash windows on the second floor and a double entrance on the first °floor. The entrance is covered by a porch with flat roof, square posts and balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This house apparently dates from the 1830's, and is first mentioned in an Z836 deed as the residence of Marcus Moody. In that year the property was sold to Enos Parsons, a "hair- dresser who Later became one of Z9th century Northampton's leading Za yers. Mr. Parsons lived here until Z845, at which time the house and Zot were sold to Henry Childs, co- proprietor of Bridg man and Childs "the largest book and publishing house in the western half of the state Mr. Childs remained here until Z866 and it is possible that the house was originally built for him, replacing the earlier residence. After passing through three quick owners the property was purchased by Josephus Crafts, a "broker in Z870. Mr. crafts maintained this as his homestead for the rest of theZ9th century. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Z83Z Town Map. Z854 and Z860 County Maps. Z873, Z884 and 1895 Atlases. Reigstry of Deeds: Bk. 268 -P. 37, 252 -70, 251 -383, 239 -229, Z06 -234, 79 -296, 77 -563. Northampton Directory: Z860 -61, Z873 -74, Z885 -86, Z895 -96, Z900. MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 FORM B BUILDING Date PHOTO (3x3" or 3x5", black E white) Staple to left side of form Photo number Organization NHC 6 -3 -76 and April Z980 Town Address Historic Name Northampton 65 Market St. Use: Original residence Architect (Staple additional sheets here) Present residence Public Approx. acreage Recorded by C. Dubie and E. Lonergan Setting Area A. Wright House Ownership: Private individual Private organization Original owner Asa Wright SKETCH MAP Draw map showing property's DESCRIPTION: location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings Date c. 1760 or geographical features. Indicate, north. Source Reg. of Deeds and visual evidence Style Colonial Exterior wall fabric asphalt shingles Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) front porches C. Z900 sided mid 20th c. Moved Date one acre or Zess Form no. 32A -48 920 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in height with ridge roof, two interior chimneys, and overhanging side gables. The symmetrical five -bay facade has a central entrance and most of the windows have six aver six sashes. The entrance is covered by a two story gabled porch with Tuscan columns and balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This is a Colonial period house which appears to have been built for the Wright family. A deed of Z805 describes this as the homestead of Asa Wright, who had died in 1787. His eldest son Asa had taken over the homestead in the late 1780's and maintained it until Z808. The house would seem to have been built for either the father 02 the son. The next owner and occupant was Seth Parsons, who lived here until his dec yin the early Z830's. The property, including two acres of land extending easterly form Clarke St. to the cemetery, was bought by Silas M. Smith in 2834. Mr. Smith had come to North- ampton in 2828 and engaged in the furniture business, which he continued until his retire- ment iv 1877. As this area was developed Mr Smith sold off over half his homestead for residential lots. By Z86Z when he sold the homestead to David W. Crafts there was only 3/4 of an acre with this property. Mr. Crafts was the superintendent of the local gasworks later called the Northampton GasLight Co. He lived here until about 1870 when he moved to a house in the rear of the gas works, on a short street later named Crafts Ave. Mr. Craft; continued to own the Market St. property, at least until the end of the 19th century, and it was during this period that the house was subdivided into four tenements. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1794 and 1831 Town Maps. 1854 and 2860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, 2895, 1915 Atlases. presentative Families of Northampton, Z9Z7, p. Z79. Reggstry of Deeds: Bk. 200 -P. Z98, 7Z -659, 50 -l03, 27 -527, 25 -Z36 and Z37. Registry of Probate: Box Z64 No. 27. 20M -2/80 3714 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. craw sxetcn_or ouiicung location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 Northampton 57 Market St. ent use residence ;ent owner Joseph Panzica and Mary :ription: puree Reg. of Deeds architect 1829 -33 Other features 'Altered sided Moved In Area no. Form no. 32A -50 S. Strong II House Greek Revival Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) E. Lonergan 6. Recorded by Organization Date April 1980 NHC Clark eat Datemid 20th c. Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 0 Original owner (if known) Seth Strang II Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1'n 1829 Samuel Strong, 2nd, obtained acre of land on the eastern side of Market St. for 8200. Four years later his -heirs sodZ the property "with buildings" for $1450. For the next two years the house was occupied by the Rev. John Todd, pastor of the Edwards Church in Northampton, and then it passed into privat@ hands, serving as a homestead for many people through the ensuing years. Unlike many other older Market St. homesteads this one didn't remain in one family's hands very long. The house is 24 stories in height with pedimented end to the street. The asbestos siding has covered most detailing, but the basic form remains. There is a six over six sash window in the front pediment, and six over six windows are also used on the second floor. The three -bay facade has a side entrance which is covered by a one-story, hipped roof porch with paneled posts, and there is a one -story bay window on the southern side of the house. l83Z Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Map, 1873, Z884, 1895 Atlases. Reigistry of Deeds: Bk.408 -P. Z9, 268 -417, 265 -53, 223 -451, 220 -Z59, 162 -171, Z55 -385, 143 -29, 121 -332, 80 -498, 73 -566, 71 -454 and 455, 70 -266, 60 -562. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date cross streets and "other buildings or geographical features.\ Indicate north. E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 Moved Northampton L2 -14 Union St. .c Name 7iginal residence 'es ent lip: 123 Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner B•E• Cook PTION: Date late 19th century Source Style Architect 'Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) sided mid 20th c. Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) residence Area asbestos Date one acre or less Form no. 32k-53 eza ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) This large double house features ornate, oversized brackets under its wide, raking eaves and a two—story gabled entry porch with wide raking eaves and decorative stickwork within the gable. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) The house first appears on the 1895 atlas as the property of B.E. Cook, a prominent developer and real estate owner of the late 19th century In North— ampton. The house's decorative trim however points to an earlier date and it is pos— sible that this house was moved here and then converted to tenements. BIBLIOGRAPHY and/or REFERENCES 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1873-74, 1922. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. 'map. vraw s>cetcn of ouriuing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date Northampton ess 20 Union St. ent use residence ent owner ription: 1829 -34 >urce Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Form no. 32A -54 Eleanor Stack Reg. of Deeds Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Altered sided Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC April 1980 $23 37 t o Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Theodore Bartlett Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9 ¢2.3 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1829 Theodore Bartlett bought k of an acre "on the new lane lately laid out" between Market St. and the burying ground. This house was constructed on the lot and four years later sold to Pliny Russell for $1250. The house is 23i stories in height with pedimented end to`the'street. The three -bay facade has a recessed entrnance with sidelights and blind transom on the western end. This entrance is covered by a flat roofed portico with Tuscan columns on npaneled pedestals and a blaustrade with stylized urns for balusters. There is a one story' JJ bay wondow on the western side of the house and a large rear ell with two -story porch. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 389-P. 9, 213 -175, 76 -474, 71 -557, 60 -633. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 2. Photo (3x3" or 3x5 Staple to left side of form Photo number Style 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north.. (over) 1. Town Northampton Address 26 Union St. Name Shepard- Metcalf House Present use residence Present owner Frances Spinelli 3., Description: Date 1828 -1829 Source Reg. of Deeds Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe). Other features Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Organization In Area no. NHC Date Form no. *5 32A-10‘ 3 c Over one acre 50' Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by C. Dubie and E. Lonergan Date June 2, 1975 and April 1980 sly O 7. Original owner (if known) r. Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural g The Arts Commerce Communication Community development g Elijah Abbott Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10 Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 County Map. 2873, 1884 and 1895 Atlas. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 70 -P. 260, 62 -315, 58 -499, 57 -510. In Z827 Elijah Abbott, Abner Bugbee and Sylvester Newell purchased four parcels of land on Market St. "which ran from Market St. to the land by the burying ground These gentlemen opened Union St. shortly thereafter and split up ownership of tba Zots on this street. In Z829. Mr. Abbott, a "painter sold this lot with house to Thomas Watson Shepard, also a "painter for .l250. Mr. Shepard kept the property for only a few years, selling to John Metcalf in 1833. The house and Land remained in the Metcalf farm'.. 0 for the rest of the 19th century. The house is one story in height with ridge roof and center chimney. The three bay facade has a central entrance with decorative transom, pilasters and entablature. The transom's detailing is similar to contenporary houses at 38 Fruit St. and 218 Elm St., raising the possibility of a single craftsman. 3714-7--77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1V1a4). lira W br..0 wii %AL uui lulus in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ass Moved 5. Lot size: In Area no. Northampton 28 Union St. ant owner William arid_Idary____ Isaacson Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date One acre or,less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC Organization Date April 1980 Form no. 32A-56 Date 82S 0 7. Original owner (if known) residence c Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Union St. was Laid out during the 1820's and is lined primarily with mid Z9th century houses. This turn -of- the tenuity, house first appears on the Z9Z5 atlas and was owned and occupied by Louis De Rose, the proprietor of a Bridge St. cigar store and poolroom, at that time. The house is two stories in height with pyramidal roof and triangular dormers. Thw estern half of the facade projects slightly and contains the main entrance and an c sued window. On the western side of the house is an oriel window. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z895 and 1915 Atlas. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 and Z922. O. FORM B BUILDING )ioto..) s- Recorded by Organization Date tip:EZIPrivate individual Private organization I 'D ruT 1 K) E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton 38 and 40 Union St. Lc Name E. Abbott Houses Outbuildings Setting 7iginal residences -esent residences Public riginal owner Elijah Abbott PTION: c. 11830 and late 1850's rce ect Approx. acreage Area Form no. 32A-57 Maps and Reg. of Deeds or wall fabric Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date one acre or less 82(2 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The cottage is one sotry in height with steeply pitched gable end to the street. Decorative bargeboards adorn the gable. The other house is22 stories in height with gable end to the street and a "Gothic" framed window in the front gable. The three -bay facade is covered by a one -story porch with flat roof, cham- fered posts and patterned balustrade. There is a one -story bay window with round headed windows on the western side and the other windows on the house have two over two sashes and projecting cornices. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) These two houses have always been on the same lot. The samll Carpenter Gothic cottage would seem to be the earlier of the two and probably dates from shortly after 1828. In that year Elijah Abbott, a "painter obtained sole title to this lot from his two partners in a large real estate purchase the year before. It was at this time that Union St. was laid out. Mr. Abbott maintained this lot as his homestead until his decease in the late 1860 °se The 1854 map shows one house, probably the cottage, owned by E. Abbott, but the 1860 reap shows two houses of Mr. Abbott on this lot. Thus the larger house was probably built during the latter part of the 1850 °s. In 1869 Charles 0. Smith, a farmer, bought this land with both houses thereon. Mr. Smith used the more recent house for his own residence, and lived here well into the 20th century. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, 1895, 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk.266 -P. 342, 58 -499, 57 -510. Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 1885 -86, 1895 -96. c 5 i 1 FORM B BUILDING IASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston C aPrv�i kvc' DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. s3rL1D (over) 1. Town Northampton Form no. In Area no. in relation o eare�z other buildings. Indicate north. Daily Hampshire March 75, 1551 Outbuildings (describe) T-a 7a sln a c v 7 Other features central portion 40X60; wings 67X45; white stone window surrounds; cupo Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 100 feet 6. Recorded by C. fib; P Organization Northampton Historical Co ri s sion Date June 1, 1975 $27 7. Original owner (if known) Hampshire County Original use House of Correction Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Gridley James Fox Bryant (1816 ®1899). apprenticed to Alexander Barris; 1837 began to practice in Boston; carried on "probably the largest and most lucrative practice in the city in which he designed... numerous city halls, jails, court and customs houses, and business buildings: Registry of Deeds, Tremont Street, first fire-proof building it the city; Charles Street Jail; City Hall, School Street 1861 ®65; addition to rear of State House; City Hall, Lynn; City Hall Gloucester; State Capitol, Concord, No H.." (Biographies of Americr Architects (deceased) L Oui S ght and Gridley Bryant received the commission to design Lne ..arnpsn? re County do commission use of Correction in 1851, "under the superintendency of the latter." Northampton was considered to be the appropriate location for social reform institutions like the House of Correction and the state Insane Asylum built in 1.856. County and state projects were the'province of the Boston architects, however. the 1851 HOC and the 1$56 Insane Hospital represent the only major commissions not captured by _Wm,, Pratt in this period. The House of Correction consists of a central structure and two identical wings. Massive three story windows in the wing sections admit light and air to the cell blocks® Stone arches with prominent keystones accentuate the window areas and lend the proper solidity, to the institutional structure. The cool-toned stone ccntrasts with the warm brick wall surface and fine brickwork at the cornicelined A pri.rn white cupola rises above the jail complex and the roofs of the neighboring residences. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) November 12 1850 Daily Hampshire Gazette, March 25, 1851 November 25, 1851 Biography of American Architects (deceased), Gridley J. F. Bryant of Correc inn and Jail Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian x Political Transportation ��7 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sxetcn oI uuilaing iocallou in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess Northampton ent use 63 Union St. In Area no. residence ent ownerDavid and Cheryl :ription: 1839 -1854 )urce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Date Date Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 Form no. 32A -65 Korytoski x Over one acre 60' $28 7. Original owner (if known) Thomas Edwards Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 7_< Union St. was Laid out during the 1820's, about the same time as Cherry St. These two streets were the first to be rffIded to. the Colonial pattern in this section of town. In 1839 Thomas Edwards purchased acre on the southern side of the street, and this house was built on the site. It remained in the Edwards family for nearly a century. The house is Li stories in height with two -bay gable end to the street. Tha entrance is centrally located on the five -bay western side. A particularly fine Carpan o Gothic trellis decorates this doorway. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map, 2854 and 2860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Reigstry of Deeds: Bk. 85 -P. 64. Northampton Directory: 1860 -61, 2868 -69, 2873 -74, 2875 -76, 2880 -8Z. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston, Draw skel.cn of auiluing' locaLIOU in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M- 7 -77_, (over) Other features In Area no, Form no. 32A -66 Northampton E.C. Parsons House ription: 1874 Exterior wall fabric Organization NHC 59 Union St. Date April 1980 residence )urce Parsons Houses in Northampt Outbuildings! (describe) Alice Fine clapboard Altered Date Moved from Bridge St. Date 1920's 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan 82/ 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Parsons Houses in Northampton, p. 5. Elijah Chauncey Parsons 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This ItaZianate- decorated:house was originally built on Pine St. (now known as Parsons St.) opposite the Bridge St. park. The house was built for Elijah Chauncay Parsons in Z874 at the time of his marriage. The family of Mr. Parsons had originally owned a homestead on Market St., which extended along Bridge St. to Pine St. Upon this homestead at least three houses were built during the 17th and 18th centuries. During the early 20th century, this house was moved to its present site so an Q estension could. be added to the Bridge -St. school. The house remained in the Parsons i family until about twenty years ago. The house is 2' stories in height and T- shaped with gables to the front and both sides, and a gabled ell in the rear. A "Gothic" framed window with rounded upper sash is, in the front gable. The windows on the house have two over -two sashes -and cornices. On the first sloor of the facade is a bay window with arched windows and bracketed projecting cornice. The entrance is covered by a porch which extends around the corner and along the eastern side to the projection. The porch has a flat roof with projecting cornice, cham- fered posts and a patterned balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records early maps, etc.) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston map. L1tW 5h.e.e11 V1 uullul[lg LUeaLlO[1 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 (over) Northampton ;ss 53 Union St. !nt use nt owne laine Howe 'ipt ion: Arctutect Other features 1843 -54 urce Reg. of Deeds Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Altered Porch added Date late 19th Moved 5. Lot size. One acre on less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NBC Date April 1980 In Area no. residence Date Form no. 32A -67 830 0 7 0 Original owner (if known) Warren Hill Original use residence Subsequent (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education _Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small cottage was probably built shortly after Warren Hill bought 4 of an acre lot in-1843. From 1864 to 1871 the property was owned by the trustees of the Methodist Episcopal Church and used as a parsonage. The house is Z and 4 stories tall with gable end to the street and the entrance centrally located on the three -bay western side. This side is covered by a porch with hipped ,roof, turned posts and turned balustrade._ 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 831 Town Map. Z854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 4884 and 4895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 290 -P. 433, 287 -45, 283 -235, 218 -419, 162 -500, 99 -180. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary_ states T-Trui Ren. 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. MHC Photo no. fn DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) Exterior Wall fabric Altered no Moved no 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by C. aibie In Area no. Form no. 7A -bf ,..___Northempton ss 47 Union Street Henry B. Girayes Hriis nt use Resi denoe (It owner Helena Melier iption: 1845 Registry of Deeds, tree 107. 338, Greek Ravi NrAl Architect UnknnWrI Outbuildings (describe) none Other features freestanding portico four pillars; Italianate window in pediment; addition in rear 20 feet 0c) d Date Date Over one acre 95 feet Approximate distance of building from street Organization No 111 s to ri Commission Date January 15, 1976 Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Henry B. Graves Residence Residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military Humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This Greek Revival style residence was built for Henry Graves on Union Street sometime after he purchased the property from Naomi. Wright in 1845. Graves was a Main Street merchant and heir to the property off Market Street which became Graves Avenue later in the 19th century. The Wright family owned a tract of land running from Market Street to the "burying ground" (Bridge Street Caery) and sold portions of this tract as house lots in mid-century. The structure now stands opposite the Hampshire County House Correction (1853) designed by GJF Bryant. The Greek Revival is two stories in height and displays four columns across the facade. An Italianate window now appears in the pediment and additions have been made at the rear. The residence has the blunt details and stocky columns typical of a Greek Revival design of late date. The mass of the structure is three bays wide and three deep with pilasters at the four corners and a single interior chimney. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 107.338. Beer' s 1873 Atlas of Northampton. 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Date cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by Organization E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 Source Style Architect Northampton 39 Union St. c Name A. Field House iginal residence 7esent lip: E3 Private individual Private organization 7iginal owner Public Date 1853 54 .Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Area residence Form no. 32A -69 Reg. of Deeds and Map one acre or less $3z ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories•in height with flat roof and wide overhanging eaves supported by large double brackets on a frieze. The symmetrical five -bay facade has a central entrance with is covered by a small hipped roof porch. The windows on the main block have two over two sashes, and projecting cornices. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (.explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the'development of the community) In 1853 Alvan Field bought 4 acre of Zand on the southern side of Union St. for $400. This was part of the Wright homestead on Market St. that had been cut up during the Z820's for Union St. Mr. Field had this house built soon after he purchased the land as the 1854 map identifies him as living on this site. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Z831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, 2895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 24Z -P. 75 and 227, Z47 -264, Z46 -204. Northampton Directory: 2860 -61, $873 -74, 1885 -86, Z895 -96. 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston. Map. .uraw SKULL:II 01. :Ju nun% Wed. LIAM in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) BSS ent use ource ikreditect Northampton entownerrath Wenry T. norqrh ription: 1861-65 asphalt siding Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered sided Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or, less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC D April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 32A-71 25 Union St. residence Reg. of Deeds 12' E3 33 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Henry W. Loomis Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1861 Henry Loomis bought a small lot of land on the southern side of Union St. for $500. This was part of the Naomi Wright homestead on Market St. which extended easterly from Market St. to the lane by the burying ground. Union St. had been laid out in the late 1820's along the northern bound- ary of this homestead and during the late 1830's Naomi Wright began selling small lots of land along the southern side of the street for reisdential development. This practice was continued by Mary Ann Thayer, her daughter. Mr. Loomis went into bankruptcy and his property was sold to William Strickland, the clerk of the Courts in Northampton who later rose to be- come Judge of District Court. Mr. Strickland lived here until 1875 when Lemuel Blood purchased the property. The house is two stories in height with flat roof, and wide over- hanging eaves, supported by double brackets on a friezeboard. The three -bay facade has an entrance with transom, and is covered by a one -story porch with hipped roof, projecting cornice supported by double brackets, chamfered posts and patterned balustrade. The porch extends across the facade and along the eastern side to a two -story projection. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884, 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 371 -P. 439, 241 -287, 232 -394, 199 -140. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Recorded by Organization Date location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings Date or geographical features. Indicate north. E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 Style Setting Architect Name •esent TION Outbuildings (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton 9 Union St. .iginal residence Public iginal owner Source Atlases. Area residence lip Dtrivate individual Private organization 2884 -95 Exterior wall fabric asphalt Major alterations (with dates) sided -mid 20th centuru Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or Zess Form no. 32A -74 83(( ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) 13`{ This Late Z9th century house is Zinteresting for its finely detailed front porches. These feature projecting cornices with dentiZs, spindle friezes, turned posts with small brackets and balustrade. l BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 4884, 4895 and 4945 Atlases, Northampton Directory; l895 -96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION `)ffice of the Secretary, State House, Boston IHC Photo no. in relation to.nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. J i n•r ,cif^ %i W a o n 01.3.0120_O LI D miD6 t O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) 6. Recorded by In Area no. Form no. Northampton ;s raves Avenue Apartments nt use Apartments nt owner r harj cki iption: 1880• Re °istry or Leeds,_ u rce 39 §.12, 431.218 Vi r'#'rcr'i an Cronr rri J atect nk 1 .m Exterior wall fabric Brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 8 units 21/2storieG eP.ch; cirritl ar Sri n Qa111 MI r. TT+ Altered Moved no 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre 180 feet a Approximate frontage Q r Approximate distance of building from street 10 feet C. Dubi e Date Date 1 n pri vc d r ndrl4.T arches Organization Northampton Hi sto ri cal Commission Date June 2, 1975 83S- 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Apartments 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development S. R. Cooley Residential /Apartments Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This modest brick block on Graves Avenue was constructed between 1886 and 1890 to accomdate the growing urban population in Northampton. A number of multi -family structures were built close to the center of the city at this period. Some were built by private individuals, while others like the Foote Button Company Block on Lyman Road were erected for a specific group of factory sorkers. The increased of brick as a residential building material is here reflected. A polychromatic effect is achieved through the use of 'a dark brick in the window area and in stringcourses which emphasize horizontal continuity in the facade and indicate the stories within. Small round windoes appear in the projecting gable sections, Dr. S. R. Cooley was the original owner of the tenement. Cooley purchased the tract of land "designated as lots 1,3,5, on a plan of land in Book 389, page 470" in January of 1886 and had erected the block on the easterly two-thirds of the lot by 1890, at which time he sold the westerly third to Avon and Henry Matthews., (The "brick block owned by said Silas R. Cooley" is mentioned as a point of reckoning the property lines. The block was in fact built in 1886. The Gazette, February 16, 1886, noted; in an article entitled "Modern Tenements" that Silas R. Cooley was in the process of erecting _a brick block on Graves Avenue. The description identifies the building as the structure in question© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Reg..; stry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 399012, 93102180 Atlas of Northampton, 1884 (Walker' s), Atlas of Northampton, 18950 Dating of building: Daily Hampshire Gazette, February 16, 1886 article: "Modern Tenements0° FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviap. 1Ji' iW uhCLC11 01 oulluing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Architect In Area no. Form no. Northampton BSS 26 G-rsves Ave. ant use residence nt owner Charles ription: 1B86 95 urce lt si ha a_il .T Exterior wall fabric asphalt Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered sided. Date mid 20th C Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E Lon er7 an Organization NC Date April 19r-'0 Peg.-. of' Deeds and Atlas 10' Kulikowski nct 33'7 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Adislas Tetreault Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1886 Adislas Tetreault, a carpenter, bought lot no 7 of the Graves subdivision plan for $900. By the end of the next year this four tenement, wood frame block had been constructed at a cost os $4800. 1 Tetreault occupied one of the tenements himself and leased the others. By 1895 fourteen of the present fifteen presnt structures had been erected, representing the entire range of residential types, abd causing the Gazette to proclaim this "our roost citified street The house is two stories'in height with slate hipped roof, gabled dormers and a 22 story gabled projection on either side. These projections have the entrances to the upper tenements and have shed roof porches. The symmetrical facade has a central double entrance, and two —story entrance porch. The detailing of the house has been hidden by the subsequent siding. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 403 ®P. 13. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. �S ringfield Daily Republican Dec. 31, 1887. Dal Hampshire Gazette Nov. 30, 1895. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north.` (over) Date In Area no. Form no. 32A rn Northampton. ress 32 Graves Ave. t o P. Tardiff House aent use residence ;ent owner Raymond Karakuls. urce Architect ription: 1889-95 ciapoo.:sd aid. Exterior wall fabric wood- shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Reg of Deeds and A71 April 1980 Loriergen NHC 337 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Phelix and Delia Tardiff Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) .In.1899 Phelix Tardiff, a carpenter, purchased lot no, 9 of the Graves subdivision for $900. This plan was for Graves Ave. which had been opened through the Graves homestead on Market St. in 1884. By 1895 the street had become lined with fourteen of. the present fifteen buildings,, all residential,. and spanning the range of building types. There were sev- eral rowhouses, as well as double houses, and four single houses. This was one of the single family houses and was constructed by Mr. Tardiff for his own residence. e. The house is 21/2 stories in height with gable end to the street and 21/2 story gabled projections on either side. A one -story porch covers the three -bay facade and extends along the western side to the projection. This porch has a hipped roof, turned posts` with fancy brackets, turned balustrade and lattice base. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 422 -P. 443. 1 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION r Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. TQl vL\ n u ‘40 1c3, (over) ent use ription: 1891 95 Exterior wall fabric Organization NHC In Area no. Form no. 32A -81 Ncrt'_h_arpton 34 -36 Graves Ave. residence ent owner ^?i cnael and t_nn,e urce Reg. of Deeds Atlas Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 10' 6. Recorded by E Lonergan. Date April 1980 S'treci wills clapboard Date Date x Over one acre 75' 83s 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Chalres H. Lamb Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1891 Charles Lamb, a principal in the Horace Lamb Wire Mfg. Co. in town, bought lot no. 11 of. the Graves subdivision. This plan was for Graves Ave. which was opened through the Graves homestead in 1884. The street was quickly developed and in 1895 the Gazette termed it "our most citified street" because of its rowhousing and double douses. This double house was built b 1895 and has an upper and lower tenement on each side. The house is two stories in height with ridge roof and has two 21/2 story gabled projections on the facade. Between these projections are a hipped dormer with double window projecting from the roof, and a two -story double entry porch. The porch has turned posts, and a spindle frieze and patterned balu- strade on. the first floor. Scalloped boarding is used in the front gable and as a belt course between the first and second stories. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 446-P. 435. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. Daily Hampshire Gazette FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1 "'nun ,SS ;nt use iitect Other features Northam;..ton ant owner Ei i an ?-1 ce ription: 1894 -95 )urce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) sided mid 20th C. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 40 44 Grayss A residence 10' 6. Recorded by E. LonerRan Organization IVHC Date Anr it 198 In Area no. Form no. 32A 75' e asbestos shakes Approximate distance of building from street 831 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development John L. Stone Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military x Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Graves Ave. was laid out in 1884 through the Graves homestead on Market St. The street was quickly developed and by 1895 fourteen of the present fifteen structures ad been erected. All were residential,and they spanued the range of building types. The Gazette called this "our most citified street" .because of the double houses and rowhousing Mining both sides of the street. This three -tent block was built in 1894 at a cost of approx- imately $6000. The house is two stories in height with hipped roof and three two- story bay windows on the facade. Two of these are capped by projecting gables, and one has a polygonal roof. There are also three two -story entry porches on the facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, earl a s, etc.) 188 m and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk, 464 -P. 83. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. Dail HH�shire Gazette Nov. 30, 1895. p rina t i e .d Da 1y Republican Dec. 29, 1894. FORM B BUILDING LISSION ►oston (over) 1. Town Northampton Address 4 6 Graves A fire Name Present use Source Style Architect Outbuildings (describe) Other features Approximate frontage Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 32A -83 residence Present owner Simon and Mona Kroner 3. Description: 1911 Date a tlases S.D.R. clapboard and Exterior wall fabric Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Loner7an April 19 =0 gtic 7. Original owner (if known) Napoleon Brais residence Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is one of the few "triple deckers" in Northampton. Most of the city's housing stock consits of one and two family houses, with a few apartment building built in the 20th century. Graves Ave. had been opened in 1884 and was quickly developed with fourteen of the present fifteen structures appearing on the 1895 atlas. The Gazette called this "our most citified street" because of the rows and double douses lining both sides of the`street. This was the last building to be constructed on the street, and was erected in1911 at a cost of $6000. Napoleon Brais, a carpenter, was the owner and builder. The block has three flats, one to each floor. The bottom floor is clapboard, while the upper floors are covered with wood shingles. The flat roof has a projecting bracketed cornice and "dentil" frieze. There is a three -story bay window on the wester side of the house, as well as one at the western end of the facade. The facade has a three -story porch only the first story of which extends across the bay window. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as Local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc. 1 and 19 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1915, 1922. S.ringfiled Daily Republican Jan. 1, 1912. Daily Hampshire Gazette N77. 30, 1895. MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING tn. 4. map. craw st.eteii (Ji vuiiuiub ivva"u" in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess ent use In Area no. Form no. 32A- 84 ortha-rton 9 -43 Graves .ve residence r)'1 ent owner John and Frances LET ription: 1893-95 )urce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard. Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or. less 6. Recorded by Organization C Date ADri1 19 c20 Date Date x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75' Approximate distance of building from street 10 E. Loner,cran 7. Original owner (if known) Armond and Edwardina Schillare residence Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Graves Ave. was laid out in 1884 through street was quickly developed and in 1895 street" because of the number of double, sides of its length. early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 456—p. 112. North Upton Directory: 1895 -96. Daily Hampshire Gazette Nov. 30, 1895. Springtiled Dail y Repu scan Dec. 29, 1894. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation the Graves homestead on Market St. This the Gazette called it "our most citified triple, and larger, houses lining both This three tenement block was built in 1894 at an approximate cost of $6000. The block is two stories in height with hipped roof and features three two —story bay windows on the facade. The central one is capped by a large projecting gable while the other two have_polygonal roofs. There are also three one story porches an the facade, one for each entrance, with hipped roofs, turned posts, small fan brackets and turned balustrades. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) n No7thn,pton -ess .e- sent use r Edwards House ;ent owner James Fieri and Phyllis ;ription: 1884 )urce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Architect Exterior wall Other features Altered sided Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less In Area no. Form no. 3 2A ®8 r Graves 1-iv 7 G aves e residence Outbuildings' (describe) Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Lonerg Organization NHC Date April 19 °0 fabric asDha1t "siding OO1f BLI Date r^i d 7 0th c. Date x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Fr k and Ella Edwards Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This was the first house to be constructed on Graves Ave. The street had been opened in 1884 through the Graves homestead on Market St., and this house was built the same year for Frank Edwards, co -owner of the Edwards Bros. grocery on Main St. The street was primarily built up with double houses and rowhousing and by 1895 had reached a state where the Gazette could proclaim it "our most citified street This house is one of four singf family houses on the street. The house is two stories in height, L shaped with a two story porch in the crook of the L. The first floor of this porch appears to be original and• features turned posts, decorated brackets and a turned balustrade. One -story bay windows project from the ends of both legs of the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 391 -P. 390, 389 -471. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 TION: lucacion in relation to nearest 1892 -95 cross streets and other buildings Date or geographical features. Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Indicate north. Source Organization NHC Date April 1980 31 Graves Ave. Style Architect .iginal -es ent` Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Approx. acreage Recorded by E. Lonergan Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton :c Name L. Belding House tip:a2 Private individual Private organization Public iginal owner Leslie Belding Major alterations (with dates) shingles- mid 20th c. Area Form no. 32A -86 residence residence shingles Moved Date ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in height, L- shaped and has a slate ridge roof. A one -story porch with shed roof, small gabled "Gothic" dormer, spindle frieze and turned posts occupies the crook of the L and covers the main entrance, A one -story bay window projects from the end of the front leg, While a 21/2 story projection extends from the end of the side leg. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1892 Leslie Belding, proprietor of the Troy Steam Laundry on Masonic St., purchased a part of a lot on Graves Ave. This street had been opened in 1884 through the Graves homestead on Market St. and by 1895 had four- teen of the present fifteen structures erected. These covered the entire range of residential building types, leading the Gazette to proclaim this "our most citified street This house is one of four single family houses on the street. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk.449 -P. 377. Northampton Directory: 1895 ®96. FORM B BtiILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `f. 1V11p. L1 Q W or Ll.L& v vuaaut.ib vs. in relation to nearest cross streets and •a Other features other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard a nt use ■urce .,.itect Altered (over) Northampt on °ss 29 Graves Ave. A. Hancock rouse ent owner David Bussler` e ription: 1886 -95 Outbuildings (describe) Moved Date One acre or less Approximate frontage Date residence Organization NHC In Area no. Reg. of Leeds' ?n:d Atlas Approximate distance of building from street 1 5 6. Recorded by E. Loner an April 1980 32A -87 Date 751 Form no. x Over one acre a L 7. Original owner (if known Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Andrew P. Hancock Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1886 Andrew Hancock, a printer with the Gazette Printing Co., purchased lot no, 10 of the Graves. subdivision This plan was_for Graves Ave. which had been opened in 1884 through the Graves homestead on Market St. By 1895 fourteen of the present fifteen houses had been erected, and they spanned the range of residential types leading the Gazette to proclaim this 'our most citified street This house is one of four single tanuly houses on the street. The house is 21/2, stories in height with gable end to the street. The front gable is covered with scalloped boarding and contians a small double window. The three -bay facade is covered by a one -story porch with hipped roof, chamfered posts and perforated brackets, and a patterned balustrade. On the western side of the house is a one-story bay window 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 188 and 1895 Atlases. .Registry of Deeds: Bk. 400-P. 473. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. E FORM B e BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviap. craw sicetcn 01 buiiuing locauou in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northam tcn 11 ®13 Graves Ave. Pb.yliis Woolf urce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas (describe) Other features Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date April 1 930 Date Approximate distance of building from street E. LonerRan NEC 7. Original owner (if known) residence Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Napoleon Petit Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1884 a subdivision ?aim was filed for Graves Ave. Lots were sold for residential develop ment, and in 1886 Napoleon Petit boughtlot no. 4 for $900° The next year he had this double house built at a cost of $3200. °Mr. Petit may have been the builder himself, but the property was foreclosed on soon afterwards and sold in 1893 to George Dragon, a barber, This is the first of three double houses in a raw on this side of Graves Ave. This house is 2 stories in height with ridge roof and two 21/2 story gabled projections on the facade. Between these are a cabled dormer on the roof and a double entrance on the first floor. The entrance is covered by a porch with shed roof, _turned posts and patterned balustrade. Scalloped boarding is used in all of the Qables, and as afrieze encircling the house under the eaves, above the second floor windows. Saw -tooth boarding is used as a belt course between the first and second stories and likewise encircles the house. There are one -story bay win- dows on the eastern and western sides of the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 457-P. 91, 403 -14° Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96° Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 31, 1887. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 'f. iviap. Lt avr in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ;SS iitect 6. Recorded by Northampton_ 1885 -95 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) 'Other features Organization NEC Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 32A -91 1 -7 Graves Ave. ent use residence ent owner John Lenkowski and ription: Robert Korytoski )urce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 116' Approximate distance of building from street 12' E. Lonergan 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1884 Henry B. Graves file d a subdivision plan for Graves Ave. This street was opened off Market St., through the Graves homestead. This was the last remaining Colonial homestead on Market St., with the others having been subdivided earlier in the 19th century. The street was quicklt developed and by 1895 fourteen of the present fifteen residential buildings had been constructed. There were a mixture of residential types including single family houses, double houses, a "triple decker" and several rorahouses of varying lengths. This led to the local paper calling Graves Ave. "our most citified street In 1885 David Hall, a physician at the Northampton State Hospital, bought lot no 2 on Graves' plan. This corner lot was soon developed with this four tenement row. The block is two stories in height with ridge roof and gabled dormers. The symmetrical facade has two pavilions, two stories in height, which each contain a double entrance, and have a one -story porch with hipped roof, turned posts with brackets and patterned balustrade. There are also four bay windows on the facade. Vertical board friezes are used under the eaves and between the first and second stories of the house. residence David G. Hall 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, e arly 'maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 398 -P. 87. Northampton irectory: 1885 86, -96, 1922. Daily Hampshire Gazette: Nov.' 30, 1895. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. r1 r1 (over) ess O'Donnell's; Block ent use Architect Northampton ent owner Anthony Oligi n� ription: 1911 ►urce Atlases S.D.R. Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6 Recorded by Organization Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 32A -92 17 -25 Market St. residential and commercial brick Altered store fronts Date 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC 7.. Original owner (if known) John B. 0' Donnell Original use residential and corcial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This block and the one next south were both originally owned by John O'Donnell, a prominent turn of the century lawyer and real estate developer, who also served two terms as mayor of Northampton during the early 1890's. The adjacent block was built c.-1890, while this block was built m 1911 at a cost of $20,000. Both blocks have flats on the upper floors and stores on the first floor. This block is three stories in height, built of brick, with a glazed yellow and is capped by a projecting cornice and freize. The facade is divided into five panels, three two-bay panels separated by one -bay panels. Each of the one- bay panels has a recessed entrance to the upper floors. The two -bay panels each have a store with show window and recessed entrance on the first floor. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, ear -iy maps etc _1895 -and_:1915 Atlases. Springfield Dail�'Republiean Jan 1, 1912. FORM B BUILDING IISSION 3oston brick (over) 1. Town Northampton Address 11 -15 Market St. ?Name Present use Present owner Mi fir 1iA1 3. Description: Date Source Style Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Moved 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no 32A -93 0 °Donell' s Block CM MS 1884 -95 5. Lot size: One acre or. less Approximate frontage residential and commercial Atlases April 1980 an Mary Cichy Date Date Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 8' E. Lonerzan NHC 7. Original owner (if known Original use esidential and commercial any) and dates_ 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion- Architectural x Exp.cration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This., three story commercial and residential block was the first of its kind to built an St. This was one of the oldest streets in Northampton n and o anlly was entirely residential, The Connecticut River Railroad was opened from Springfield t� Northampton in 1845, and within a few years was extended northerly into Vermont. This line was .laid out about 100' westerly of Market St. and paralleled the street northerly. During, the latter part of the 19th century a mini-warehousing district `grew .up along the western side of the street near Bridge St. and this pro moted non residential usage or mixed use on the eastern side of Market St. The block"is three' stories in height, built of brick, with a wooden projecting cornice supported. by large,. brackets. The symmetrical facade is divided into three bays. The central sect -on- is one bay, wide and _.contains the entrance to the upper. floors. This is flanked by a three -bay panel on either side, the first floor of "which is 'composed of a show window and entrance to a store. Windows on the upper floors have arched lintels r4.th ,stone keystones and springers. John B O'Donnell 10.., Bibliography and /or references (such as -local histories, deeds, assessor's records, -early maps,- ,etc,) 3_$84 adze 1895 Atlases Northampton Directory: 1922. FOR11t B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston' ;M- 2- 75- R061465 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. L iu n GPervEs AVE oPt k 5 R tR r jMHC Photo no. (over) :nt use Architect Lot size: In Area no. No rt'hatrri ton ss 7 Market Stree Will i ani s irce trad2 on One acre or less 6. Recorded by L ei Dubi e Resi.dance Form no. 1 i s e: (1/2) nt owner Mrs. MLchael Toneo iption: c. 1700 colonial' vernacular unknown Exterior wall fabric clapboards Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 1/2 house- three bays wide w /chimney; entranceway with thin flat pilasters Altered bisected 1912 Date Moved xia Date x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet Organization NorthamptonHi sto ri cal Commission Date May 15, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Richard Lon2 Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The renainine half of the Williams :louse on Market Street, siad to be one of the oldest d-,ellings in Northampton. �J 7 O It is thought by some local histor the house may be one of the oldest in Northampton. An ancient deed to the property, possessed by the Poleto family, is signed by John Pynchon, founder of Northampton. The deed conveys title from Tnomas Strong and er fe of iNorthampton to Richard Long of Hartford. Later the lot and original :souse became the property of the Michael Williams family and is still referred to as "The Williams House"." Joseph Poleto, Mrs. Torneo' s father, bought the house and lot in 1912. A Mr. Risley who was involved in the purchase tore down his part .the house and built a small business on the northerly half of the lot. The exterior of the half-house is very plain; the interiors retain many original features, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Scrap book #23 Northampton 'Historical Society. Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 1JL tW JL1CWtt .JJ. riu11.1E, in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ;ription: 1895 rent use residential 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 7ffice of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) Northampton Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered store fronts Date 20tY Moved 5. Lot :;size, One acre or less. x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street, Recorded by E. hti fe*rgari Organization NEC Date April 1980 Date 7. Original owner (if known) Or.igi? iat Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Therfies`(`c as many as applicable) original Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Ai.dtirrat tural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce x Industry Social/ otn nunication Military humanitarian om uffity development x Political Transportation `9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This three -story commercial and residential block was built around the turn of the century at a prominent corner location. Bridge St. was predomin- antly a residential street at this time, but Market St. was quickly becoming a. r -1 and warehousing area® particularly along the lower end at this time. ;alas identifies a bakery, barber /cobbler and tobacco store /pool room rst floor, and tenements on the upper two floors. The block is cappedL :by a projecting cornice with scroll brackets, and uses smooth brownstone for window sills and lintels. residential and commercial 10 Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 `arid -1 -915 Atlases. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 rr is Name Market St. warehouses riginal warehouses resent warehouses original owner Public 12- Bandy and Miller cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. D L' n oT� Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date June 1980 Style Architect Outbuildings Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northaa.q)ton 12 -16 Market St. Exterior wall fabric Major alterations (with dates) Area Form no. 32A- 101/102 Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less ?S5, 16- W.N. Potter's Sons brick HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Market St. is one of Northampton's oldest streets, perhaps the oldest, and waeriginally a residential street. This remained true until the late 19th century. During the 1840's the main north -south railroad in the Connecticut valley was located just 100' west of Market St., and this allowed spur -track development later in the centuey, This was predominantly wholesale in nature. By 1915 there were three brick warehouses on the lower end of the western side of Market St. RCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The two -story block at 12 Market St. was built in 1902 as a cold storage plant for Handy and Miller, a wholesale meat and provisions firm, while the three -story bloc? -16rket St. was built about the same time as a warehouse for W.N.Potter's Sons Co., dealers in flour, feed, grain, hay, straw and masons materials. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES See Below 95 and 1915 Atlases, Northampton Directory: 1900, 1905, 1915 and 1922 tFfield Daily Republican Dec. 29, 1902. 20M -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION ?94 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Organization Date 7ortharrrpton is Name �iginal .esent 60 -62 Market St. ip:01 Private individual Private organization Public iginal owner residence residence location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings Date or geographical features. M and Atlas Indicate north. Source Style Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC June Z980 Outbuildings (Staple additional sheets here) Z860 -73 Architect Exterior wall fabric CZa pboard Major alterations (with dates) Area Form no. 32A -110 Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less Setting ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) This house is 22 stories in height with gable end to the street and an entrance on either side. A one -story porch covers both sides of the house and the facade. This has a hipped roof, chamfered posts and a balustrade. The two -bay street end of the house has a round headed two over two sash window in the gable and two French windows on the first floor. e HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This double house first appears on the 1873 atlas as property of "P. Williston Mark&t St. is one of the oldest street in Northampton and originally was lined with Colonial "homesteads although most of them were located on the eastern side of the street, as a brook flowed near the western side. However the i831 map does show eight houses on the western side of the street. Then, in the mid 1840's the main north -south railroad in the Connecticut Valley was locate' here, 100' to the west. This had an impact on the type of housing that was built in the area particularly on the west side of the street, backing up to the tracks. There were a lot of tenements and multiple family houses erected daring the second half of the 19th century, making this perhaps the densest street in Northampton. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 283,1 Town Map. 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. •r7u '7 r7'" FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4.. map. .craw si etcn`o1 bullChng location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. T,) (over) ess In Area no. Form no. 32A -114 Northampton 80 Market St. 0. Wright House ent use residence ent owner Anthony and Helen ription: Organization Z850 's ■urce Map and visual evidence Date April 1980 Orange Wright- carpenter Exterior wall fabric asphalt shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC Zygmor.t 853 early the Altered porch sided Date mid 20th c Original owner (if known Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Orange Wright 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation O. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, -early maps, etc.) Z83Z Toren Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1x873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1360 -61, 1868 -69, 1873 -74, 1875 -76, 2885 -86. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house appears to have been built shortly after 1850 by Orange Wright, a carpenter. Mr. Wright is listed on Market St. in the first Northampton directory, Published in 1860, and he maintains his residence here at least until 1875. The 1831, 1854 and 1860 maps all seem to show a house located near this site, but it's doubtful the house predates the early 1850's and was probably built by Orange Wright. 4r. Wright's family had owned the homestead at no. 65 Market St. for many generations. The house is two stories in height, with flat roof and widely projecting eaves. It is basically square in shape, tzio bays on each side and has a Zz story `gabled eZZ in the rear. Asphalt siding has covered up most of the detail but the heavy cornices of the windows still remain. A one -story porch with hipped roof, fluted square posts and balustrade covers the facade. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw shetcn in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate' north. 1 LLEIV_ PLPrCg MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 1 El D e11 k1 n`54- I►'l� I nr ,J6t5ntV 0 r pE�175 (v W DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) In Area no. Northampton :nt use Funeral Horne ;Ss 71 Ki n8 Street (71) Catholi_ c &Lei_ ety Tar;saiac =P ent owner G.F. Reynolds Realty Trust ription: )urce iitect 1866 Daily Kamp shire Gazette October 30, 1866 Economical Italianate arn. F. Pratt Exterior wall fabric clapboards Outbuildings (describe) none Other features single cubic mass wi central cross gable; bold detailing Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 100fleet Approximate distance of building from street 10 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization No rthamp ton Hi sto ri cal Commission Date June 10, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Original use CP thnl i r Sr ci etv Parsonage Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Funeral Home. 1975. 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 4 Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Wm. F. Pratt, local architect, drew the plans for this dwelling, the Catholic Society Parsonage, in 1366. The exterior is similar in appearance to a parsonage designed at this time for the First Church on Bridge Street, and to a house remodeled for Henry Lathrop in 1859, also o4 Bridge Street. Each plan features a single cubic mass with 'central gable, symmetrical facade, and bold but economical styling. The Catholic Society parsonage was reported to cost about $4,000. The First Parish structure was more lavish, costing about $6,00p in spite of the-omission of a bay window in the west facade, The Catholics in Northampton first worshipped on King Street. A church was built there about 1845 and the parsonage in 1866 By the 1870's the Catholic population was large enough for a separate parish to be organized for Florence, Haydenville, and Leeds. In 1880 the Florence church was completed and in 1881 a new church was begun in Northampton on the hill where the Mansion House had stood overlooking the old New Haven-Northampton canal. About 1887 a parsonage was added below the new Gothic church; by this time the Catholic worshippers had begun to organize according to their national backgrounds and the French and Polish Catholics had located in separate places of worship. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, October 30, 1866. Beer° s Atlas of Ramp shire County, 1873. The Northampton Book, p. 392. j ri'Jt o n o. (Vj A)( V Dn L.nd IDO NOT WIDLITE IN THIS SPACE Quadrant fSSION pston (over) 1. Town r t-art-ton Name 3. Description: Date 1 3 133 6 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by C ubi In Area no. Form no. Address atn and King Streets County Courtcse Present use Courthouse e Present own.er ty Source (.7-6,:,T,Ct: t e: 3/23/1836, :-Lay 1 8 e c 1 3 Style Architect Henry F0 ilbourn, N. Y. C. Exterior wall fn1jrjcroc lc faced gr itte ashla t soocri ro n scone r. I:171 Outbuildings (describe) Other features Cr- urt room has fre:sr.:-.: by F. D. Corol s o a e coiurnn s 3ISGUe C. 'C.') .1_ s ■=nLth Cel.tj c Alteredace.r aitton J.7-:Ae 1 _9 7 7 5 in p g e s Moved no Date One acre or less X over one acre Approximate frontage 150 feet a pproximate e distance of building from street f Organization I-7o i:n1. s o ri. c s sion Date 1 1975 o\vtler (if known) Or use Court:1 se uses (if any) and dates p 8. This (check as many as applicable) none Co un ty Aboiinal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion lai.t'llitectural Exploration/ Science/ TI:e Arts settlement invention Coerce Industry Social/ Communication. ]lilitary humanitarian Cornmunity development x Political Transportation 9. 1Iisorical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Hampshire County Courn:y.ase by .ienry Kilbourn, 133?-36, 'r.s.i a strong res27,blance to H. H. Richardson s on Hatilpden County C-eurth.ouse of 1371-73. Rdck.:.faced granite and smooth brownstone 1_)rovide eontrasts in color and texutre. The rugged massing and low 7r:6:and arches over the windows and portico indicate the influence of Ts.ichardson' s work on the architect. Dark strjngcourses i1n the wir:dow arches to provide a horizontal 2.hasis balancing the strong vertical of the central tower. ..The_Courtheuse is crowned with a Ce:ap tile roof -Ati metal cresting and-i'iiinutive dOrers. The st courthouse was,: 'built on this site in 1739. Court sessions were held here alternating every other year with SDr:Lnfield, then Dart of Hampshire County. The building was reAaced in 1767 by a courthouse on the west portion of the lot. In 1736, pl. the court from convening and passing furthr A new house designed by Isaac Da7non was crocted on the L3ite in 1322 and was leveled by fire in 1336. (There was discussion of a new courthouse in 1376 P t which time local architect 1 1. F. f rat: c:cw T)lanS for an addition.) Rev2re bell was saved and transferred to the present courthouse and is now displayed on the .:c:nd floor© --C. Keith r .:ilbur 10. and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, c2arly maps, etc.) 7 2aily ashire C7 Z t e February 27, 1377 :-:arch 23, 1336 4 1837 I'lay 18, 1337 Ju.n.e. 1, 1337 3ecembpr 20, 1337 3/73 rttle.l ton FORM 13 BUILDING 1:i,SSACI-11:-... HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, Stte House, Boston -f-`12-07 5314 /I //V ,ST. ;DO NOT W.PdTE IN THIS SPACE US GS Quadrant t, Photo no. (over) ss 1 King Street ription: First National 3anic. 1928 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric In Arca o. Form no. "7 f 7 use _Pioneer 1atic :int owner Pioneer 1'.:.atione.1 3ank J2 7, 128 urce p 5e Art Moder Deno rtect J 1 1 arn s Beals Sons Outbuildings (describe) none Cant: C a s Other features 10 relj (.7:Do:cs, cast in a beautiful t TnterIor tnclude fixtures, Stained 21ass sy1.13ht Altered no Date nO Date ts- 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 fee t Approximate distance of building from street bo rdrs :Ir. 2.1 lc 6. Recorded by 0. 7 Organizaiono on L-1.1, tor. 1 1 CO 7 .1171:1 ssio Date A? 1, 1975 Oi.iginal owner (if known) First Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates fl3ne 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 1 'he bank, 1928, by J.' U'illiams 3eal and (-Ions, is in the style which has recently become fashionable again, t1e so-called Art oderne or Art Deco (a name derived from the 1925 7aris 7:1-zposition of "Arts nacoratifs"). This style was akin to the prt nouveu in that the designers believed that every element of trae building shT.;uld correspond to bronze doors and the magntfi cant bronze and marble work and stained glass of the interior follows the se•.me pattern of stylized natural forms. TypiLalpf the Art :?co approach to design is the geometric character of the ornament and the fact tht the carving does not project from the sirfece 1t.: rather is cut back into the stone so that one has •a self-contained, rather cubic o'..1.ter :ig 1 is fo rtunate in having 7110 slondid an of this style; in such predominantly Victorian towns one seldom finds t7J.1.ch Art Deco S:, The Pioneer 'Zational Bank faces the 7 :_p shire C(.7nty a across King Street. The junction of Kin, ?Least, Jnd tn Streets has long served as a focal point of public actvttv0 The 2ioneer Bank was the site of the first post office in 1792. In 1313, the oldest continuous county fair in the United States took plrice at the junction of :*1A in and King Streets snd on up to the Old Ch Cattle were ey.hj bitPd in the streets, fhe old town hall, !lorarly at the east corner of the Courthouse lot, held large displys ro ducts. 10. 13 ibljography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, as.L;essor's records, e:ri.rly maps, etc.) Caily Gazette Janiary 7, 1 k .f 4 1 1: I •I 2-` i 4 r 7 Ii- 7 7, 7 7...... -7-7* *..t." I I' 4 T. n i iZ ;DO NOT WPdTE IN THIS SPACE iliSGS Quadrant '1\11iC Photo no. -2-75-R061465 9 IL 1141 ti A/ 51 ISSION oston 0 1.1. tnd (over) 1 Town r t ham? to ri Address 51 Main Street Name Altered no Moved no i\s 5 fcet 6. Recorded by C. 3bie Date In Area no. Form no. Charit.i es Present use Smith Chariti Present owner F. Gharitis 3. Description: Date 1365-66 Source Gazette, 17o-camber 26, .1365 Style Victorian Renaissance Architect 'A 1 LD.in F Fran: Source: Gazette 12/26/1F,65 Exterior wall fabric Lo.01:„7.-1.Dne ,17 i Outbuildings (describe) none. Other fe,atures G1.1 'CI J. Ct P. t co r s Vorietian li,st on 2nd story; No Le corm ce fri_p_22e, Date__ Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street Lon s to rj. C..71 Organization 1 1, 1975 8S"? Original owner (if known) Smith C ties Original use Charitable orga:nization Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Comme,rce, Communication Community development none Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) he free-standiri3 Sfnith Charities building at 51 an Strae was d:1 by William F. Pratt, a local architect. The building typifies the VictOrian version of the Renaissance Revival (in contrast to the later revival ex.emplified by the Zlasonic block at 25 iairi Street). The building is of ashlar masonry, and contains 'do Venetian windows. The corners of the building are carefully quoined and the cutting of the details is a'.eticulous and crisp. The Victririan character of the building comes through especially in tha simplification and bold scale of th.e detailing. The monumental aspect of the Smith Charities building harmonizes •7ith its purr, Oliver Siith of Hatfield died in 1845 lea\ ng a remarkable will, ;hereby indigent children and :omen were to receive financial assistance. aufus Choate contested the for Smith's unhappy ralatives, but he was no match for Daniel .'ebster who successftil Ly defended the i110 Countless residts of 1 have benefited from Smith s generosity. 10. and/or references (such as local histories, deer:ls, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, December 26, 1365; Historical Re:7 and C-eneral Directory of Nort amton 1375-76„ FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate`' north. 1n.4 C 11 11 4111A m14 ?N 57 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) urce Moved no 5. Lot size: ription: In Area no. Northampton e ss 39 Main Street Hammond Rlock (formerly John T. Dewey Block) ant use commercial ant owner Raymond Realty Trust 1896 Daily Hampshire Gazette April 101,. 1896 Roman Revival Chicago Schoc Architect Benj. H Seabury of Springfiei Exterior wall fabric Tawny .roman brick Red tawny brick on sidewalls Outbuildings (describe) none Other features metal bay windows, brown- stone trim; beautiful terra cotta capitals. metal bay windows Altered no Form no. One acre or less x Over one acre detailing with Queen Anne Date Date Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street borders sidewalk 6. Recorded by Helen Searing, C. Dubie Organization No rthamp ton Hi s tori cal Commission Date August 15, 1.975 956 7. Original owner (if known) John T. Dewey Original use Offices and stores Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Offices and stores 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) this fine three story block was built for John T. Dewey and designed by a Sprinfield_ architect, Seabury, about whom little has yet been discovered. The exuberent and decorative block offers an interesting contrast with the flat facade of the 1895 Lambie Block designed by Putnam Bayley and the ambitious brick and stone Brunswick Hotel (Plaza Theatre) designed in 1895 by. Curtius Page. These three blocks were designed in anticipation of the construction of a new railroad station in the Strong Avenue area and a general reconstruction of the lower Main Street area to sepc i te railway tracks running north and south and the Bridge Street crossing, the scene of numerous rail accidents. The block has been included in a proposed National Register area and, in the proposal, was described as follows: Adjacent to the Masonic Building and sharing a party wall is the Hammond Block, 39 Main Street. It was erected t. RD earlier than the Masonic building, and is likewise of Roman Brick, although the tonality of the brick is deeper, golden rather than silvery beige. Polychromy is introduced on the end wall facing west where red brick is used in addition to the tawny -hued brick to create a permanent pattern. The vocabulary looks back to ancient Rome, to the simple arches of aqueducts and basilicas. Terra cotta capitals and brownstone details further enliven the surface as do the metal bay windows (a feature which relates to the Queen Anne revival of the 1870's and 1880's and which is characteristic of some of the architecture of the Chicago School), which have oxidized to a coppery green. Helen Searing 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, March 11, 1896; April 10, 1896. Benjamin Hammett Seabury, architect. Office, 7,8, &9, Gill' s Block; Residence, Florida Street. Listed in the Elite Family° s Blue Book. 3/73 5 -73 -0r j74 v ...•v+ aA2J.tA1.1.15U. 41VL [1/ 5 rr. ca it [DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant :1HC Photo no. ISSION oston n e nd Narne Style (over) 4 ---r- 1. Town No rthampton Address 25 Main Street Architect R. 1 5. Lot size: In Area no. Masonic Building Present use Offices, stores, cafe Present owner R. Felix So r;.ff ski 3. Description: Date February 17, 1 098 Source pally 1 '-o shire Gazette Roman Revival r Putnam Gazette, Feb. 1r, L.398 Exterior wall fabric 3ei go Ronan brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features Splendid cast terra c:: ::a trim used Italian details. :...-,osed iron bc,_._t and co iso es ove d or. teal s?o fronts faced with green marble, ,.::i to bronze of Ro man mosa tci ata at .?_t to Fi._tzvilly' s _Moved no Date (Due acre or less x Over one acre F Approximate frontage 110 feet borders Si d`;•:alk 6. Recorded by Carol Approximate distance of building from street Organization 0rt. 1 _-.Jlp ton Hi stori cal Co si �o��.,:�i on Date February 21, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) .asoni c CI der Original use i`fason' s Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Of fices and stores. S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political x Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The la *,a office of Calvin Coolidge, 3Oth President of the united States, c 7 ere once located in the Masonic Building. The office ,gas pprop•ciately Located in the central portion of the structure. The c,-i ndoc•Js of the 'office are flanked by Ionic columns and decorated ciith gri ffinsa The M_E Soni C building is executed in the Roman Revival style p o°?ular in the last years of the nineteenth century. A massive nd lavish cornice crowns the four stoty structure. Terra Cotta trim decorates the central pedi'ented portion of the building. facade reveal the interior spaces. At street Level are many oriz nA?. storefronts faced green marble, Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) nA_Ly °_,ampshii. Gazette, February 17, 1893 3/73 ISSION I g..„- ,--_,(2 .V, --t V 4... otlic.••r buildings. Indicate worth 4 7 IC Photo no. 109 MAI NJ 1. MDT WRITE IN THIS SPACE (_,;,'SC-S Quadrant 1 (ove r) 1. Town orthTtDn Address 109 S di o s Altered Moved r o G ;\F La no. :o. n Street: Name 1 Savings Present use ank Present owner 1,,1s 3. Description: Date cl1D 13 1 016 Source Dal y shir Style Neo Architect Thomas. M. Exterior wall fabric Rc-d tr la sandstone tram Outbuildings (describe) none.. °tiler features Ell:al e. y Ti_ 5. Lot size: Cue acre or less X aver O IO acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approxiniate (lista C e af bu.ilding from St 20 ft 6. Recorded by C. e Dtte Date O. 0 17.ati 0 11 1: h. C‘. Ti. Date April_ 1, 19 av 1 1.= Inal owner (if 1-:noNva) rt:! ton In c:ti Original use EJ S1:sequent uses (if an and dates none 8. Th2mes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The _rts settlement inv.ention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Alilitary hurnanitarri a n Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The building. is I-Teo-Palladian and refrs back to the c. style of 18th century lEnqlanci and Aerica0 Red b 70.1s are enhanced by cream colored stone quo -he C L'!LTL coLo stcee d 2 tailS reproduce the E pilasters popularized by 16t.h. e'en L'ury Itaitan architects. The bank also contains bro 11 Z o rk by 'Tiffany Stuciios of ew York. 0. 1?ibD and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, 2..csessor's rccords, e-ri 1: a P s etc i1y T7.1qm7pshire Gette biy 13, 1:j15 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sKeten vruur�u,�� in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 101:4A iaL j U SnZ EFT DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 54- 2- 75- R061465 (over urce 5. Lot size: In Area no. Forrn no. Northampton ss 16 -58 Main Street Block, C nt use ent owner ription: O Main Street, Strong Ave Pleasant Street comnerci at g 18617 1868 1868; 1871 see bibliography see reverse 1915- Classical Revival; others Victorian Commercial ,litect various-seP other si r3e. Exterior wall fabric B -i e k Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 5 brick facades of various heights and widths; stone window surrounds; fine cornices. Altered no Date Moved np Date One acre or less each Over one acre Approximate frontage 250 feet Approximate distance of building from street 10 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e ,Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date June 2, 1975 side uwners: tb °LU riain °Harry Daniels, Inc. 22 24-Allan O 'Brien; 26 28 °D 1C Realty Trust; 30 32-Rene De Montigny9 36 40° Fine, Inc. 40- Prolux Bros. Inc.; 50 ®58- Robert Borowski 7. Original owner (if known) various: Original use Comm x a l_ /Hotel Subsequent uses (if any) and dates commercial/ residential 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) a Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The brick blocks lining the main street of Northampton between Pleasant Street and Strong Avenue are the earliest brick commercial structures in Northampton. In 1865, the block known as the Union Block was built at the corner of Main and Pleasant Streets. (This block collapsed in 1914 and was replaced by the 1915 Sherwin Block.) The Dickinson Block (4) was erected in the summer of 1867; the small building 1 bay wide (3) was erected between the Dickinson Block and the Lee Hussey (1865) (2)Block in the same year. To the east of the Dickinson Block, the Mathewson Block was erected in 1868 (5) and a second modest block, in the same year. On the corner of Strong Avenue and Main Street Crafts and Dawson Block, later known as the Commercial Hotel, was built in 1870 °710 :wi stores on the ground floor and °a __hotel on the European planC occupying the 2nd and 3rd floors, the building took advantage of its proximity to the railroad depots. Wm. F. Pratt was the architect of the now destroyed Union Block and of the Lee Hussey Block (2) and possibly of the Dickinson Block. (Although Pratt is never mentioned in connection with the building, it is similar in some features to the Rust' s Block of the same year.) J. M. Miner, native of Cleveland who practiced architecture in Northampton 1869 °1872, was the architect of the hotel at the comer of Main and Strong Ave. The blunt blocky window surrounds which appear on the hotel are noticeable on his other downtown buildings, and markedly contrast the delicate treatment which Pratt accorded his commercial structures. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, December 26, 1865; 5/21/67; 7/30/67; 8/13/679 9/3/67; 9/10/67. Photographs of collapse of Union Block, Photograph Collection, Forbes Library. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION ffic e of the Secretary, State House, Boston r r seran C FO' iviap. Draw Stie e i -vi uuuuins in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. A Km t'n. Y ST oFFI CE SM ET DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 1 MHC Photo no. (over) Moved 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by In Area no. Form no. Northampton ss 24 -32 Pleasant Street Dewey Block nt use Sheehan' s Bar, St. Regis Croteau' s Hardware :nt owner Kenneth and Joseph P. :iption: c. 44 1 i; -1`100 urce Library Richardsonian R 1 �l F t LLD Gr kS W\ TE C C tect w a 51-. 'B. SeAl r.`` Exterior wall fabric Tawny Brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features Brownstone trim, cast iron supports, metal cornice, stainec glass in upper windows. Interior of Sheehan' s includes original. fixtures. Altered no Date no One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street 5 feet C. 1&ibie D ate Gagne Organization No rthatnp ton Historical Counui ssion April 15, 1975 g�2 7. Original owner (if known) John T. Dewey Original use Commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Commercial 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce x Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This richly decorated commercial block is located on Pleasant Street and stands on the site of a wooden block built in the nineteenth century. It was built about 1912 for John T. Dewey, a local businessman who also owned the block at 39 Main Street (1896). Photographs of the collapse of the old Union Clock, corner of Main and Pleasant Streets, in 1914 reveal that the Dewey Block had been built recently. The two story structure is bordered by an alleyway at the north and takes advantage of this circumstance in they extension of the facade around the northwesterly corner of the building. Glass and metal and brick and stone combine to produce a visual effect at once rich and light. Metal cornices and stone arches join the window area in the second story while a deep and finely detailed metal cornice caps the structure. At street level cast iron columns sup-port a continuous metal architrave beneath which plate glass is used extensively. ouble hung windows in the upper story carry transoms with stained glass effects. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Photograph collection, Forbes Library; Northampton Directory, 1912, 19130 3/73 1 a N "ToRi.e.b M 1<1 517 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. A -7 T IT) MHO Photo no. Iv\ Ps k k■\ DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 3 (over) Architect unknown Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by C. Dabi e Northampton ess 8 Strong Avenue Miss Northampton Diner ent use Diner .tat owner Harold Marie Cadieux ription: 1930 urce vi sual evidence Art Deco Exterior wall fabric metal, brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features single story rail car w/evenly spaced vTindows, brick extensions, addition, rear. Altered yes Date Moved no Date t3R -a 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre SO fl Approximate distance of building from street 5 feet Organization No rt ha:Tip ton Hi q to ri. cal Co nami s sion Date June 2, 1976 r. Original owner (if known) Original use :.saner unknown (not researched) Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Diner 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion. Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military fat ari K Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Located on Strong Avenue in the downtown, the Red Lion (Miss Northampton) Diner is one of four diners in the city. Its exteriors and interiors are largely unaltered. A wood and brick addition is present to the rear of the basic railroad car form. The ancestor of the 20th century: diner was the 1880° s "dog wagon a horse drawn vehicle dispensing sandwiches and coffee. Catering to the fringes of the population, these late 19th century diners were regarded with suspicion and. distaste. In the post® World War I years, however, diners designed along the lines of railroad cars became popular. The interior counter with stools was joined by booths and the diner became an acceptable eating place for the general population. Other diners in Northampton: The Bluebonnet, 324 King Street; The Miss Florence, Main Street, Florence; the former Beardsleys Diner, Button Street. w CS �`.0.W %t G S M C S t■ e 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) The New York Times, Sunday, September 15, 1974, Travel and Resorts, p. 1. ©�C b("L.�M�i'';r �O �'L j j �b -17Z' Vi FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 11'lap. Draw. .TKCLULL vua(...a.. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ent use �ription: Northampton Northampton Wholesale Grocery Co. vacant sent owner Edward Morann 1912 ource Springfield Daily Republica e hitect Exterior wail fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Approximate frontage In Area no. 32A -158 17 Hawley St. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 B(a Form no. brick 7. Original owner (if known) John Ro s s Original use wholesale grocery house Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exproration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce x Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This three story warehouse was built near the junction of Northampton's north-south east -west railroads, This area, on the western sides of Market and Hawley Sts., along Strong Ave. and on the eastern side of lower Pleasant St., had been one of industrial activity since the first railroad arrived in 1845. Around the turn of the century this also became and area of wholesale activity. Northampton's strategic location and role as county seat provided the opportunities for regional trade. The demise of railroad trading led to the eventual abandonment of this building. The building has two parts: the first is the three story ornamental brick facade, which extends one bay deep on either side, and probably contained a store on the forst floor and offices above; and the second is the three story brick warehouse to the rear. The facade uses composite stone for massive first floor columns and show window lintels, as well as for decorative work in the spandrels. The spandrels and arched forms over the third floor windows have geometric patterns executed in brick. The whole is topped by a brick corbel table and composite stone cornice, The walls of the warehouse have large, fading signs painted on them advertising the former occupants of the block. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Springfield Daily Republican December 30, 1912, p. 10. FORM B w BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Dffice of the Secretary, State House, Boston Y. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ess Northampton ent use ;ent ownerHampsnire Building :ription: hitect 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no. 32A -162 33 Hawley St. J. Hebert Office office 1884 -95 ource Atlases Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features front Altered adds H nn Date mid 20th Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 Materials, Inc. brick 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Joseph Hebert office Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry x Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The original two and a half story brick block was built as the office of Joseph Hebert "Dealer in Pine, Hard Wood Lumber, Sash, Doors, Blinds, Lath and Shingles. Also Contractor end Builder Mr. plebert kept a yard, shop and office on Hawley St. and a large mill off of South (near the present day Hebert Ave.). The business was founded in the early 1870's and grew quickly, employing over 100 by 1894. The site still remains in the lumber business today. A steeply-pitched, slate Mansard roof caps this one and a half story building. Stick -Style gable dormers flank a projexting central pavilion. The recent addition has covered the rest of the facade leaving only the rear and northern side to testify to the 19th century mason's skill. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Picturescue ?Northampton, Easthampton, Amherst and Florence, 1894, p. 24. FORM B BUILDING R'IASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 2. Photo (3x3" or 3x5 Staple to left side of form Photo number 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 4c;) (over) Address Style 1. Town Northampton Name H. Pomeroy House Present use residence Present owner Frederick Bixby 3. Description: Date 1806 -14 Source Req. of Deeds. Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less 'Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C. Dubie and E. Lonergan Organization In Area no. Form no. 32A -166 62 -64 Hawley St. Federal NEC Date Date Over one acre X 90' Date June 30, 1976 and January 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Heman Pomeroy residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house probably dates from 1806 when Heman Pomeroy abtained 1 and 3/4 acres. This comprised the northern half of the David Turner estate. Mr. Pomeroy was a tailor and kept the property until 1814. The house passed through a number of other hands during the 19th century, with no owner keeping it more than thirty years. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 200 -P. 365, 93 -486, 76 -579, 36 -276, 230459,22 and 15 -586. The house is two stories high, five bays wide and capped by shallow hipped roof with paired interior chimneys. The facade is symmetrical and smooth, with projecting cornice and narrow corner_ boards. An elaborately styled entrance with paired flanking pilasters and side lights is covered by a later two -story entry porch. The porch has turned -posts spindle friezes and balustrades. On the southern side is an entry way with simple pilasters, architrave and transom. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHIJSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 2. Photo (3x3" or 3x5 Staple to left side of form Photo number 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 1. Town Northampton Address Style (over) Name William Butler House Present use residence Present ownerRobert and Audeey Wade 3. Description: Date c. 1800 Source Req. of Deeds Architect Outbuildings (describe) Other features Approximate frontage Organization In Area no. Form no. 32A -167 58 Hawley St. Exterior wall fabric clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre 102' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C. Dubie and E. Lonergan NEC Date January 15, 1975 and January 198C 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry x Social/ Communication Military humanitarian. Community development Political Transportation residence 41 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The house was probably built near the end of the 18th century. William Butler obtained 1 and 1/4 acres "with the house thereon standing" in 1803. He possibly rebuilt at this time, but most likely the house dates back to the last two decades of the 18th century when the,property was owned by Quartus Pomeroy. William Butler, a printer from Hartford, Connecticut, settiv';in Northampton in 1786. He was the first of the three Butlers who settle_ in town. In the same year he established the Hampshire Gazette, the oldest continuously published paper in Massachusetts,and one of the oldest in the country. He also established a paper mill on the Mill River about the same time. This was one of the first in westerm Massachusetts, and was operated by him until 1817. From 1817 to 1336 his younger brother Daniel operated the mill. In 1815, owing to ill health, William sold the paper. Simeon Butler, William's cousin, continued the other facets of the Butler business: a job printing office, a book bindery and a book store. The house continued in the Butler family through most of the 19th century. It is two and a half stories in height with gable roof to the side. The facade is five bays wide and features an open portico in the Roman Doric mode. Fluted pilasters flank the _entrance and a fanlight is overhead. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860.County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 20 -P. 596, 18-117, 13327, 11184 and 407, 2177. Pnticuities, Historicals and Graduates of Northampton (1882) pp.184 -187. "A Ciironicle of Industry on the Mill River", Smith College Studies in Vol. 21, p. 22. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION )ffice of the Secretary, State House, Boston 2. Photo (3x3" or 3x5 Staple to left side of form Photo number 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. D, (over) 1. Town Address 50 Hawley St. Name J.H. Butler House Present use residence Present owner Mogens Hermann 3. Description: Date 1832 Source Hampshire Gazette, N'on Couri( Style Federal Architect In Area no. Form no. 32A -168 Northampton Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size: Approximate frontage Organization Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C. Dubie and E Lonergan NHC Date June 10, 1975 and January_ 1 980 8 CaB INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMM1 SS I0N Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. 9. Historical Significance. Staple to Inventory form at bott.ln NORTHAMPTON The current house was built by Thomas Pratt for J. Hunt Butler in 1832, replacing the ce 1796 home of his father. Mr. Pratt came from Boston in 1810 and "for a long time was the leading home architect and buildE in the region The Judge Dewey house on Elm St. (now on Smith College campus) and Judge Samuel Howe house on Prospect St. (later known as Miss Capen °s School) are two fine examples of his work in town. Mr. Pratt's son, William F. Pratt, continued the family tradition and became Northampton' main architect in the second half of the 19th century. Two and a half stories in height the house has its pedimented gable end to the street. A louvered triangular opening is situated in the tympanum. The portico sheltering the entrance is supported by paired, flutes columns, while the doorway within has sidelights, pilasters, and fine c ssic moldings. In the mid 19th century a three-sided bay and porch were ads )to the southern side, as well as a "large addition to the rear. Original owner (if known) J. Hunt Butler Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates s. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development z Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This is the most imposing of the three late 18th -early 19th century houses in a row on Hawley St. In 1796 Simeon Butler obtained the northern half of Quartus Pomeroy's homestead. Mx. Butler was a cousin of William Butler-; the founder of the Hampshire Gazette, and opened abook- store on Shop Row the same year he established himself on Hawley St..In 1800 he was appointed the third postriaster of Northampton. The establishment the Post Office in 1792, along_with� the founding of the Hampshire Gazette in 1786, marked the beginning of a new era for the community. Mr. Butler kept the Post Office in his store, and during the early 19th century increased his business "till it became the largest book and publishing house in the western half of the state Simeon's son, J. Hunt Butler entered into partnership with his father in 1828. After Simeon's death he continued the business alone. Mr. Butler was very active in local affairs, serving as County, Trea surer from 1846 to 1850, as president of the Hampshire Mutual Insurance Co. from 1842 to 1848, as president of the Northampton Bank for ten years, and as president of the Northampton Institute for Savings. He died in 1878. The homestead was continued by his widow, Sarah M. Butler, for the rest of the 19th cen- tury. In 1891 Butler Place was. opened between this house and the William Butler house, which is next south. continued. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Pnticuities, Historicals and Graduates of Northampton, S. Clark, (1882) pp 184- 187. ilv Hampshire Gazette Feb 11, 1936. p.7. Hampshire Gazette and Northampton Courier March 12, 1878 and Aug. 31, 1886. n PM R BUILDING (over) Northampton Address Hawley St. Name St. John Cantius Church Present use church In Area no. Form no. 32A -171 Present owner Roman Catholic Bishop 3. Description: of Springfield Date 1912 Source cornerstone Style Romanescue Revi .7a1 Architect John W. Donohue Exterior wall fabric buff brick and terra cotta Outbuildings (describe) rectory and social Other features hall interior Altered 1971 Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre 1.85 •Approximate frontage 200' 6. Recorded by Organization 30' NHC Date April 1980 Date Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL C+ff SS I ON Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. 9. Historical Significance. on each side. The fifth floor is open, and has a triple, round arched opening on each side. The tower is dapped by a low-pitched red tile roof and a cross. The facade of the church has a thin corbel table abd a central rose window. A central, arched portico is supported by fluted columns. The sides have tall windows recessed within round arched forms and gabled projections at the transept area. The red tile roof has a cupola over the transept. The interior has a ribbed, barrel vaulted ceiling with dec® erative frescos. Chapels are located in the apses on each side, and flank the main alter, which is located in the chansel apse. The back= drop of the main alter is of carved and painted wood, in the Romanescuc style, with marblelizee columns flanking the saint's niches. There is oak wainscotting under the leaded glass windows on each side wall ar he oak pews have round archeddesigns carted into each end. Two small, ,._che( colored windows light each side chapel while a small, round window crowns the entry on the north side." The rose window casts light through the org4 pipes, which are contained in the gallery over the narthex. John William Donohue was a prominent Springfield architect of the first third of the 20th century. A specialist in ecclesiastical design he served as the official architect for the Roman Catholic diocese of Western Massachusetts for 25 years. Churches, schools, hospitals, convents and rectories form the majority of his output. In Northampton he also drew the plans for St. Michael's School, Sacred Heart Church and Annunciation School. The rectory was constructed fbr $12,000 in 1916, most likely plans of Mr. Donohue, and a parish hall was built within the last decade. Staple to Inventory form at bottom Original owner (if known) Roman Catholic Church Original use church Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) x '60 The Poles were late comers to Northampton, not arriving in any significant numbers until the 1890 °s. Most of the early immigrants were males who were brought in as• contract laborers for the farms where they were much in demand as being good, hard workers. Once a lj,ttle moey was saved the wives and children were sent for and they helped work in the fields until a piece of land could be bought. The Poles were the only significant foreign born group to increase in Noethampton after 1900, and they came so quickly that by 1915 they were second only to the Irish in numbers. They remained attached to the land, and estimates have been made that by 1940 over 80% of the farms in Northampton were owned by Poles. Soon after the turn of the century attempts were made to pro- vide for the Poles° religious needs. The Blodgett house on Prospect St. was bought in 1904 and transformed into a church. This was obviously only a temporary measure, and.by 1908 the location had been chosen for a new church. Work was begun in 1911 and the church was dedicated in 1913. The church is built of buff brick with terra cotta trim. The major feature is the five story tower at the southeast corner of the building. The first four floors are enclosed and have recessed panels 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, Nov. 10, 1954; April 21, 1913; Aug. 7, 1911; July 8, 1908; Oct. 30, 1905; June 14, 1904; April 30, 1904. A Century of Catholicism in western Mass., Michael Shea (ed.) 1931, p. 193. Springfield Republican, March 5, 1941. cont r a- reiule.uui'ai i'ea uii iui' inveuuuryimg: age and style 3, CONDITION Excellent C",nnrl Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added 4. DESCRIPTION nUNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material brick WALL COVER: Wood Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 11 l.� ;SToRt STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed kitchen and carriage shed PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 PORTICO yes Ralnnny FACADE: Gable end: Front /side Ornament Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side Details: columns Windows: Spacing: Regular /Irregular Identical /Varied Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards 5, Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings 1z I DG E.51 ET 2. Town NORTHAMPTON Street address 46 Bridge Street Name Isaac D House Use: original present home now museum Present owner Northampton Historical Society Open to public Yes Date 1012 Style Federal The Northampton Book Source of date Architect Da.a.c Damon SEE REVERSE SIDE OR part of Area Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate 6. Footage of structure from street 10 Property has 70 feet frontage on street Recorder Miriam E, Peters. Richard C, Cote For T1w Northampton Hi star; nnl Soci eta Photo Date 1970 676 RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE Outbuildings 2, Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominant features rare shrubs, flowers Landscape architect Mary P. Crafts 3. Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom. Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated RESTRICTIONS GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OP SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) Isaac Damon an architect of national renown, constructed this imposing structure for his own home in 1812. Damon erected, beside the house, 13 churches, 25 bridges and ].it other buildings in addition to several notable factories. The house was naturally built in the best fashion of the day, since Damon studied under Tovrne and Benjamin, and thus earned for himself and his house national recognition. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Putnam, Karl The Northampton BRok Part DII Cp. 17= p.11 6 Springfield Union Aug. 29, 1959 Picture and a rticie Merrill, David Oliver Isaac Damon and the Architecture of the Federal Period in New England Yale Ph.L'. dissertation, 196 Ann Arbor, University Microfilms, 1965. (Comprehensive bibliography in this work) Original Owner Isaac Damon Deed Information: Book Number 983 Page 378 0 }Lpshire Registry of Deeds FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ft E 5 0 J 3 ct t DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75— R061465 4. Map. Draw in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 01 /v 1 v i& u b (over) ription: hitect fl her, Asahel Pomeroy- Exterior wall fabric clapboards Outbuildings (describe) shed Other features 5 Altered porch added Moved no 5. Lot size: In Area no. Form no. 32A-17(o Northampton ss 66 Bridge Street Shepard House )nt use residence /museum ent owner Northampton Historical Society 1792 ource Historical Society late colonial 15 feet Date 19th cen. Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet es; Approximate distance of building from street Organization Northampton Hi ri cal. Commission Date June FR APH 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. Cr( 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 7. Original owner (if known) Asahel Pomeroy Original use Residence Subsequent uses if any) and dates Residence 2 h' J V 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The large, late colonial style house at 66 Bridge Street is Known as the Shepard House and is now part of the Northampton Historical Society complex of buildings. The dwelling, built in 1792, fell prey to the various owners° attempts to remod the residence in accordance with the current s tyle of architecture© Sometime in the early nineteenth century the west facade received a porch supported by columns; later in the century a gothic porch was introduced i# the south (front) facade, the builder, Asahel Pomeroy, was a son of General Seth Pomeroy, a famous soldier of the Colonial Wars and one of the heroes of 3unker Hill. The house was given to the Historical Society in the will of Thomas Mm Shepard (185601923)0 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Families samilies of Northampton; Northampton; S; 3th Pomeroy", lecture by Thomas Monrue "hepard; file on Shepard douse, Northampton Historical Society© FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviaj. Lraw SKCLL l 01 mulcting location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 5M-2-75-R061465 BRIDG -E SrRet n nIs 1E ,n muc m 47 A rcnitect windo Altered Moved no O NOT WRITE IN THIS�S E Recorded by C Dubie USGS Quadrant S N EST Organization Northampton Historical HC Photo no. COM Commission �'I Date (over) Northampton :ss 74 Bridge Street :nt use Residence .nt owner Frank Tomaszewski iption: 1866 Daily Hampshire Gazette irce October 30, 1866 Wm. F. Pratt Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) First Parish Parsonage Modi fied villa style non P In Area no. Form no. 3?A- 177 Other features central gable; heavy dentilated /bracketed cornice; bold entranceway porch added Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre 115 feet Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet Date June 10, 1975 ve 7. Original owner (ii known) i r 5 t r Original use Parish `se Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation a ricultural Education Religion ArCi'Jtecturai x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement__ invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily HamD shi Gazette, October 30, 1866 0 Beer's 1873 Atlas® 32/ -1 ill 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The First rst Church erected this Darsor,age on Bridge Street in 1866 -67, on the site of the previous parish house_. It was reported to cost over $6,000, William F. Pratt drew the plans for the simplified villa style structure; he drew similar plans for a "tasty parsonageB° for the Catholic Society i n the same year. The Catholic Society Darsonac-e, now a funeral hose, still stands on King Street; it was apparently more modest and costed about $4,000. Pratt followed a similar Di an in the rein°deil.n? of a Clouse for Henry Lathrop in 1859 and a house for George Sareant in 1869. These e n struczu es are i o.^_are•... a 82 y 82 Bridge Street and Bridge Street The dwellings are composed of a single cubic mass i=ii low ridge roof and a central gable with gentle slop`© Beneath tit' S ,gabl a___sin° e round headed window appears in the center of the facade. Although this central window is undecorated, other window openings have prominent moldings and cornices. A heavy cornice with denti l s /brackets is carried across the eaves and through the central gable. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston uraw tseeii ui ULL11U.11.16 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 5M-2-75-R061465 E1 Jrkerr DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPAftirr US GS Quadrant 4. MHC Photo no. -47 :rs 1 S S nt owner John Berestka iption: early 19th c; remodeled 1869 .irce IN)%11-817,7hir! Gazette late -ceerti-a-k restyled in mid nineteenth century ---tect Wm. F. Pratt (1869) Exterior wall fabric w o o d Outbuildings (describe) none Other features renovation: round headed window added in center of facade, 2 story porch creates central gable Altered remodeled 1869Date 1869 Moved no Date 5. Lot size: In Area no. Form no. 32 R- I 70 Northampton 82 Bridge Street George Sergeant House nt use Residence One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet 16.P Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet f. Recorded by Co Dubie kJ Organization No rt ham tpon Historical Commission Co, Date June 2, 1975 (over) 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Re ci dence 8. Themes (check as mane- as applicable) Lirl..flo ri -no t traceav Aboriginal Conservation Recreation A gricultural Religion Education Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes 'checked above) The dwelling at 82 Bridge Street demonstrates the ate -t of the local architect to enrich, in Victorian style, a modest colonial style dwelling. iron F. Pratt remodeled the Sergeant in 1859, adding a 2 story porch with columns supporting rounded arches. The upper story of the porch terminates in a central gable so that the total visual effect of the facade is not unlike that of the residence at 74 Bridge Street, for which Pratt drew the plans. :.he Sergearit family acquired the property on Bridge Str in 1863° It was previously the homestead of Hoses Clara: of Northampton, and had passed through the hands of 4 other individuals between 1825 and 1863. (A Horace Lyman owned the property in 1825, at whi.Lh time he sold it to Asahel Abell, but the deed does not readily trace iuther back,) ?n terms _c.f the general style of the residence_, it is 1ikeley that the structure was built in the late 18th or early 19th century. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, March 30, 18690 iJ 9 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. i oily, tyuittibyt,ei er i I b Er!: LPN-126 t" gismanz t+o-Jsr DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 20M-5-73-075074 Address 96 Bridge Street ame Wright Home !.:N Present use Half-way house, Belchertown, Munson State Schools Style 17th Century Moved 5. Lot size: 111 t/ One acre or less Over one acre X Approximate frontage 400' V Approximate distance of building from street 2' no 7 j c-0E1v Organization Northampton Historical Commission October 1, 1974 6. Recorded by Emmy C. Clausing J UN 4 1975 (over) MASS. HIST. COMM. In Area no. Form no. 32A-I90 Town Northampton, Mass. 01060 Present owner Paul Stramese Charles Lyons Description: Date 1684 Source Daily Hampshire Gazette Oct. 18,1920 Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric Gray Clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Small Barn Other features Ridge roof; low foundation; 2 end chimneys; regular double hung windows front; irregularly placed sides and wing; two side porches; front central entrance; side entrance on wing; recessed balcony over front entrance portico; center chimney on back wing. Altered various Date additions Date l "7. Original owner (if known) Ebenezer Wright Original use Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Wright School for Young Women 1921 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Conservation Recreation Education X Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The original Wright Homestead was said to stand on the present location, built by Ebenezer Wright about 1684. It is possible that the rear wing of the house with the central fireplace was the original structure, with the front added later. The present owners bought the property from the Estate of Margaret P. and Henrietta M. Wright in 1970; the Misses Wright died in 1918, leaving their home for the Wright Home for Young Women, opened in 1921. The home had been inhabited by the Wright Family for several generations, exclusively, until the Wrights' deaths in 1918. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Assessor's Book *1582, P. 354 Daily Hampshire Gazette October 18, 1920 April 18, 1918 April 25, 1918 April 30, 1918 May 3, 1918 June 4, 1920 February 5, 1921 February 11, 1921 3/73 Architectural reason for inventorying: a c and style 3, CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added 4. DESCRIPTION NDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material stone WALL COVER: Wood Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 STORIES: 1 2 3 4 PORTICO 4 columns Ralnnny Zt pilasters FACADE: Gable end: Front /side Ornament cornices over windows PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 side Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side Details: four columns Windows: Spacing: Regular /Irregular Identical /Varied Corners: Plain Pilasters coins Cornerboards (not indented) 5, Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings fr s 7 L] Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed -4 w 1 1 For ORTHAMPTON iginal present Hone :owner August Woicekoski public no :e 181 0' s Style Greek Revival (so'athern of date The Northampton Book Architectfrom a book of plans on Southern _architectur 6, Footage of structure from street 115 Property has 30() feet frontage on street Recorder Miripm F, Peters f1 a 7a so Photo VHm r- aB Date 1970 SEE REVERSE SIDE' 3 dress 57 Bridge Street throe Butler House 32 F -1 a a 1 r OR part of Area 1'ecC i-"t Coi RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1. Outbuildings Landscape Features: Agriculture en. Wooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominant features Large and beautiful trees Landscape architect 3, Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom. Venetian t =VIansard Richardsonian Modern Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OF SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) This is the first home of three to be built from the same plans. It was until recently owned by Colo and Mrs. Dwight Hughes. She is the great great grand- daughter of the original occupant. J. Stebbins Lathrop, born and educated in West Springfield, was a businessman and resident of Savannah, Georgia until the start of the Civil War "coming North summers His wife Elizabeth brought a book of plans on Southern architecture to Northampton which Tras used for this home. After confiscation by the Federal government, the Lathrops home was purchased for them at public auction by a friend, Osmyn Baker. The family returned to their home after the war from Canada where t hey had fled, since Lathrop preferred not to fight against a brother in the Confederate Army. Osmyn Baker was a lawyer, the first President of Smith Charities and a Trustee of Clarks School. He was the leading spirit in the founding of the Hampshire County Law Library and also the Northampton Public Library. He built the house at 78 Pomeroy Terrace from the same architectural plans. The present owners bought the house in 1966. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE The Northampton Book (1954) Daily Hampshire Gazette January 2h, 1970 R ESTRICTIONS Original Owner J. Stebbins Lathrop Deed Information: Book Number Page Form B. 10M- 6- 71- 04961M Registry of Deeds FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 5M-2-75—R061465 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. Pf (ov i COW‘I\l‘. Moved ription; In Area Area no, 2 Form no. 32A-1bL( Northampton tss 81 Bridge Street H. Lathrop House nt use Residence 3 nt owner Stanley F. Gawle 1790-1809; remodeled 1859 Registry of Deeds mroe Daily Hampshire Gazette 3.8.1859 Italianate over federal 4. Map. uraw sketen OL utuiui E, dtect W. F. Pratt in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric Clapboards 4 orOrtsriwo forope.,,k, Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 2 stories; flat roof; Palladian window with later bold cornice; similar cornice at eaves and on other windows Altered over Date Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie l Organization Northampton Historical S IN/ mmission Date July 10, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) prnbah1 y AsAhPI Wright Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal. Agricultural Architectural x The Arts, Commerce Communication Community development residence 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as 'early maps, etc.) Registry of Dee 13710125, 1125 0342, 96809, 73 0517, 72.575 27.402 31 Daily Hampshire residence Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Re ligion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) ,William F. Pratt redesigned this early nineteenth century residence in 1859 for Henry Lathrop. At about the same time he remodeled a late eighteenth century dwelling across the street and,designed two parsonages, for the Catholic and Congregational societies; the net result in each of these four works was the same; a cubic structure with central gable and heavy cornices on windows and at the rooflineo Each structure is vaguely Italianate in feeling; all are still standing, three on Bridge Street and one on King Street. The Lathrop house was probably originally federal in style. The flat roof, balanced facade, and remains of a Palladian window are revealed on examination. The Federal Style house was built by Asahel Wright between the time of his purchase of the 11/2 acre plot from his father in 1790 for $300 and the time of its sale to games Bull in 1809 for $13000 The house is not earlier than 1790 although a dwelling house was mentioned in the 1790 deed. Daniel Stebbins and his family held the parcel of land and the house until 1859 at which time Daniel Stebbins died and his daughter Clarissa S. Lathrop acquired the property. She and her husband resided in the house through the turn of the century; the deeds were carefully worded to insure that the wife would not be deprived of her property on the death or estrangement of her husband local histories, deeds, assessor's records, ds, Hampshire County, 1572. 153, 13720 268, 967.494, 639 ©129, 1910333, 1910334,• 0231, 28 ©252 2 Gazette, 3/8/1859, 12/26/1865. FORM B BUILDING 37M-7--77 4ISSION 3oston ion and Source Atlas and Directory Style (over) 1. Town Northampton Address 23 Pomeroy Terrace Name Present use Present owner 3. Description: Date 1895 -1900 Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less Approximate frontage Organization Date In Area no. L. Sherwin House NHC April 1980 residence clapboard Date Date Form no. 32? -187 Over one acre 135' Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan J 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built shortly before 1900 for Louis Sherwin, a member of the firm of A. Sherwin Sons, Main St. clothiers, hatters and shoes. It was one of the last houses to be built on Pomeroy Terrace, which had been opened about 1850, and, along with Phillips had served an elite clientele. During the latter part of the 19th century Harrison Ave., Dryads Green, aad Crescent St. were the new areas for up-and-coming, but good houses were still built on Pomeroy Terrace. The most interesting details of this house are the front porches and gable detail. A four -bay porch extends across the first floor of the facade and is surmounted by a two-bay porch over the southern half. The porches are composed of slender, turned posts, stick brackets, dentilled cornices, and patterned balustrades (replaced on the 2nd floor). The gable has a slender, arched brace with circumscribed stars at the sides and apex 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Louis Sherwin residence 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1922, 1900, 1895-96. 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0 c=C:N (over) ess Northampton ent use residence :ent owner Tipton: In Area no. c. 1870 Form no. 32A -189 37 Pomeroy Terrace Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 75' Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) res ±fence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement_ invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This L- shaped house was built between 1860 and 1873. Two stories in height, the house is decorated with large cut-out brackets under the wide eaves. The windows have segmented hoods with small brackets, and brackets are also used under the porch's cornice.' The porch is one story high and wraps around the facade to the cross gable on the southern side. Besides the brackets the porch also has turned posts and a balustrade of closely spaced square balusters. Small, louvered "Gothic" windows are in each gable. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases, Northampton Directory: 1868 ®69, 1873 -74, 1875-76,1885 -86, 1895-96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ;nt owner Anna Serio Exterior wall fabric o d Outbuildings (describe) none Other features '2 stories; flat roof with bracketed overhang, bays; vari ohs additions 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. v kby l lit y yi-''D I f b 5M- 2- 75- R061465 f' IPs P L Ac_� 41 O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 4 HC Photo no. 6s 0 c In Area no. Form no. 32A-141P Altered addi ti nns Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet Recorded by 1 79 Organization Northampton Hi Gtnri rat Commi ssion May 15 1975 ST Date Y 9 C0 4141 (over) C. Dubie 7. Origiral owner (if known) :a t son o Sm th Original_ use esi deuce Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Explorations Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) `his Phillips Place residence was built in 1865 ®1866 for Watson Lo Smith. Like many other residences of various styles in the Pomeroy Terrace-Phillips Place area, this bracketed residence was designed by Wm. F. Pratt. The Smite. House cost '5,000 and was described by the Gazette as one of the handsomest dwellings in that locality." Partially obscured by large pine trees, the Smith House has undergone some alteration and much addition to the rear of the structure. The fiat roof and bracketed overhang, and the wide cornice with decorative ventilator grates are nonetheless indicative of Pratt's 1860' s styling. While not outstanding, the house is included in the inventory as it is a ,1 Pratt work and it supports and enhances the other Pratt _residences in the t- Phillips P1ace ®Pomeroy Terrace area. 10. Bibliog and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, 9670128, 231 ©532, Beer' s 1373 Atlas. Daily Hampshire Gazette 12126/1865, 11/30/18660 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 4A1�i 13&1D6 5 �T• 20M -5- 73-075074 a ci /,not ti -t, DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) 1 Northampton ess J. Reid House ent use ent owner North Hatfield Realty Co. ription: iurce Queen Anne Architect Putnam 'Bayley Exterior wall fabric In Area no. Form no. 32A-19i 58 Phillips Place Residence 1894 Daily Hamps'nire Gazette October 13, 1894 20 feet wood Outbuildings (describe) none Other features corner turret; wide sweeping veranda; Palladian motives; shingling; pedimented entrance Altered no Date --I Moved no Date U �I 5. Lot size: IJ One acre or less x Over one acre C Approximate frontage 75 feet IV Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization No rthamp ton Hi sto cal Comm s sion a rr APR 5 197c MASS. HIST. COMM. UU 7. Original owner (if known) J. Ia. Rei d Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many ma.s applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 32 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Putnam Bayley: R. F. Putnam and Lae D. Bayley, architectural partnership which pegan to practice in Northampton in 1893, the Hammond House on Elm Street being one of their earliest designs. In the nineties the firm was in competition with H. R. Hayden, successor to W. m Pratt Son, and Curtis G. Page; all three firms appeared in town in the early nineties. Putnam Bayley received the lion' s share of the commissions in 1894, building numerous residences, remodeling several commercial blocks, and designing a Large addition for the Nonotuck Silk Company. The firm submitted a design for the high s ,001 competition but Gardner, Fyne, Gardner of Springfield eventually captured the commission for what is now the D. A. Sullivan School. Boldly manipulated geometric forms characterize this design. A large triangular pediment is the dominant element in the southerly facade and encloses at the east a turret whose mass is Largely absorbed by the mass of the structure. A Large gable in the easterly facade balances these forms and the sweeping surfaces of the roof unify the various elements. At the ground story level a porch flows around the mass, its roof providing a distinctly horizontal emphasis. The entrance is accented by a pediment whose form echoes the main overhanging gable. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) October 13, 1894 May 25, 1894, January 17, 1895. Daily Hampshire Gaze to 3/73 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) cription: iource ie thitect Exterior wall fabric s pha l t Outbuildings (describe) Other features Pedimented gable 6 x 6 windows, 2 tell interior chimneys Gothic- styled _portico Altered sided Date mi 7 0th C Moved Date 5. Lot size: Date In Area no. Form no. Northampton .ess 36 Phillips Place .e C. Loomis House Sent use Residence sent ownerRoman Catholic Bishop of Springfield 1851 -1856 6. Recorded by Organization Registry of Deeds Greek Revival One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage e0 Approximate distance of building from street E, Lonercran NHC 15' Janu pry 1980 Original owner (if known) Charles P. Loomis Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Expleration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This simple Greek Revival house was built for Charles P. 'Loomis :wring the early 1850's. Its most interesting :Petu:re is a lacy ornate ports -o probably ar3ded soon after the house's construction. This Ls lot 5 of E5warc Clarke's subdivision off of Hawley St. The 1854 County Map lists H.S. Gear (sic) e {t t0 this house. H.S. Gere at this time was l'-set. 7 eier o the ,_..m oshire Herald and !:Torthamoton Courier. He lat=r became editor and in 1858 when the Courier combined with the Gazette he served as editor of the Hampshire Gazette and Or`_ha^..oton :ourier. This position was held into the ea,-1y 20th century. However, Gere doesn't show up in the Registry of Dees as owning i e property. Perhaps Gera lived here for e short time while the property was owned by C.P. Loomis of Z artford In 1 the orooerty was sold to Benjamin E. Cook, whose homestead was on 3r id, e Et. Cook's Son, D.L. Cook, Jr., probably lived here after that. The property remained in the Cook family for the rest of the 1 9th h e n u r V. 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1354 lee° Count;: Mass 1973, 1384 s, 1895 :.tl ses Registry o_ Deeds: Book 181, Page 277, 158 -237, l 8 -?0, 1 15 -3 and 120 -483 Meekins House at use Residence ption: 1847 1851 Registry of Deeds rce 119.2011 1311.2QR Swiss Cottage Exterior wall fabric Pratt wood i FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House_ Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location` in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. L 4� GfI U,CCi7 Northampton 24 a D PW t L 1MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 0 0 G DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SP CE USGS Quadrant 1` /1 /s Co 'M. In Area no, Form no. r( 32c 194 Other features' 2 stories; addttions�, Gcal lop hPtwPPn stnri es. Altered nn Date Moved nn Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre 100 feet Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 10 feet 6. Recorded by C Dubie Organization Nn rthampAnn f Commission ,y UG Date tater) May 15, 1975 Hi gtnri na1 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 10. Bibliography and /or references early maps, etc.) Regi stry o Daily Hamm 4/8/1856, 7/14/1857, Qward Clarke residence resi dente Conservation Education x Exploration/ settlement Industry Military x Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This Swiss •Cottage was built between 1847 and 1851 on the land of the Clarke family, A Josiah Hunt was apparently the first occupant of the house, which was sold at auction in 1851 to Caleb Wright, for $2,000. In 1852 Wright sold the "tasteful residence to C. K. Hawks and Hawks in turn sold the house to Thomas Meekins in 1857. The cotta e then remained in the Meekins family through the 2 0th century. The cottage, smaller and more economical than Swiss Cottage built in the same period on Pomeroy Terrace, was designed by ;,;t F. Pratt. The see?,] overhang of the roof heightens the_ n l v o f li o-h: and shade on the-facade. Intricate brackets support the roof and parches, and wide boarding with flat carved decoration defines the stories in the facades (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, f Deeds, 138.208, shire Gazette, 3/25/1851, 9/14/1852, 12/26/1865, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House. Boston Outbuildings'- (describe) 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. L w 1 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 Moved Northampton In Area no. Form no. ss 24 Phillips Place nn House ;tit use Residence !nt owner •iption: c. 1850 trce Ti. 738118gs 1a` Architect uxknnwn Exterior wall fabric wood Other features low hipped roof; 2 inter- ior chimneys; heavy dentilated cor- nice; Victorian porch z4 additions front& Altered si d Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre 95 ft_ Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 10 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Gertrude Flynn Date Organization Northampton Hi ctnrj cal Commi s sion R Date May 15, 1975 E 1VED J UN 4 1975 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) Edward Cl arke Original use RPCi (lane. Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Rac° riPnrp 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This transitional style residence was built in Phillips Place circa 1850© The massing, roof, and chimney treatment refer to the Federal style, The extended eaves and bold dentillated cornice with brackets at the corners of the facade indicate influence from early Victorian bracketed styles. The porch before the entrance, a later nineteenth century addition, is a distinctive element in itself and harmonizes with the earlier facade. Edward Clarke began selling parcels in Phillips Place in 18470 In 1851 Clarke sold to William Tillotson lot #3, a certain piece of land w /buildings thereon situated. o ,the same premises formerly occupied by widow Elizabeth Butler." Clarke had acquired the lots from Abigail Clarke in 1847; the house was probably built on the property at this time. 10. Bibliography and /or reference (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County o 138.218, 1200 483, 119.201 (Plan). 1 t ...fIl ,cee k 1 It B 131111, I) I N G i"us His ok ICA I, (20".■1 ()nice of the Secretary, State 11olise, I3oston 3 P tP1 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect unknown in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (NVEN 1 R_IF-D Y121) (over) lt owner Exterior wall fabric Altered no In no. ription: 1885 Outbuildings (describe) none 6. Recorded by C. Lubie Date oi_ ton css 24 Phillips Place Shicipled Barn ant use Storage Gertrude Flynn ,urce Atlases of Northampto Victori_an 13arn wood shingles Other features 2 stories; ridge roof with framed cross gable; shingles abov_ clapboards below Date Less than onc acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 80 feet Approxinlate distance of building from stn_i't 100 feet Organisation No rthamp ton Hi s to 1 cal Co mmi s sion Date June 3, 1976 7. (ri;i ..::i r (if known) C Dickinson (2) Original use Barn /storage Subsequent uses (if any) and dates storage 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical 'Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This-well built shingled barn was' erected on Phillips, Place between 1884 and 1895 probably on land owned by C. H. Dickinson. Although the dwellings on the Place date from the period 1850-18609 the barn relates, in its style and use of materials, to shingle style houses on Pomeroy Terrace and elswhere in the city® The structure features a projecting, gabled portion and perpendicular mass with ridge roof and shingled upper story© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Atlases of Northampton, 1884 18950 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features.! Indicate north.' riginal residence resent residence hip:21 Private individual Private organization Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 Style Architect Northampton (Staple additional sheets here) 22 Phillips Place Area Form no. 32A -196 )riginal owner Sophia and Celia Osborne Exterior wall fabric flush boarding Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Approx. acreage Setting Date one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in height with slate hipped roof and a 22 story gabled projections on the eastern side. There are gabled dormers on the roof, each with two small round headed sash windows. The h ouse is covered with flush boarding and features wooden, simulated quoins at the corners and projecting cornices supported by moddilions with a frieze underneath. The two -bay facade has an entrance and full- length French window on the first floor and is covered by a one -story porch with flat roof, projecting cornice supported by modillions, paneled pilsters on pedestals, fancy brackets and a turned balustrade. A sim- ilar porch covers the western side of the house. The windows on the house are rectangular, with two over two sashes and are capped by projecting cornices. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local Or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1847 a sub division plan for Phillips Place was filed by Edward Clarke. This.was_ the first street to be opened off of Hawley St., and was laid out.through a part of the Clarke homestead. In 1854 Sophia and Celia Osborn purchased lot no. 2 on Mr. Clarke's plan for $450. The map of that year shows a house with "g and C Osborn" listed as the owners. This property was owned by the Osborns until about 1870 when Ruth Dickinson purchased the omestead. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 154 -P. 470, 119 -201. dorthampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1885 -86, 1875 -76, 1873 -74, 1868 -69. Slate House Res' ide rice sent ownerJ. Kenneth Margar Bixby 1348-1854 source Registry of °Deeds Greek Revival 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0 z3ct--\ (over) Exterior wall fabric sbestos Outbuildings (describe) 7 1 story .parr Other features 9 x 9 first floor facade windows, wir9e �'r?rn r itll l gp return and tall Altered sided Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lo ne r g a n Organization NHC Date a Northampton 7ess: Phillips Place hitect In Area no. Form no. 327- -198 ney, bertico 90' Datemid ?Oth C Date J- nuar y 1980 Over one acre 7 Original owner (if known) Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) tresicential area of to'.gi?. rPatnG c1 mtp Original use Residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation Rer istry of 2eer3s: Sco'.•; 125 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1334 1 350 c.:o.nty naps 1873, 1384 137:5 ..lase ?age 7 1')(2-.121 Ti L ohiilios Place was coned n 1847 on 1and c e Clarke family. :Edward Clarke began selling lots at the same time and sold lot 17 to Erastus Slate i.^, October 18 t3. elate L a n owned this residence t'D ougn cst o= the century. T: e street a the first o e y e t 1:�._ s re t w...s t:. �_rsr to c,e p e o C L of St. and with the opening Pomeroy Terrace °Ef o_ Sri .ige St. a new res_dential area was created :gilich c -Av ecatne the f shionable created, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. v L l LI I oo 0❑ ❑0 Z rg �1 �d�v cf nf r lu tP5 rPLftc.E DO NOT WRITE IN THIS E USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75— R061465 ss 5. Lot size: ,nt use Residence a nt owner Stanley M. Niedal et al. ?iption: J. M. Turner House c. 1865 Registry of Deeds urce 289.405 Northampton 29 Phillips Place In Area no. J Form no. 32.q-111 Bracketed Exterior wall fabric clapboards Outbuildings (describe) none Other features large brackets support roof overhang; cornices over windows; small balcony in third floor facade Altered no Date Moved no Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 90 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by 10 feet C. Dubi e O rganization Northampton Historical j f t, Co mmi ssion Date June 2, 1975 41,4ss 7974. over) cOMM 7. Original owner. (if known) J.' M. Turner Original use Re si dence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal A zricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Re si dence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Thi s.7bracketed style house with picturesque window balcony was built in Phillips Place about 1865. In 1865 A. J. Lincoln sold to Turner, for $2,000, lot #16 in Phillips Place. The lot had not been built on as the result of a 1) rovi sion in a previous deed, 149.461. t while this bracketed house is not in itself outstanding, its modest styling complements the other more a:nbi ti ous residences in the Phillips Place Pomeroy Terrace area /Q7 L 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 289.405, 226 ©23, 149.461. Beer's 1873 Atlas. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sxeLcu ui in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THI USGS Quadrant 0 5M- 2- 75- R061465 1 F PL-Ar/ s s 7iption: itect In Area no. Form no. 32A .2 Northampton 37 Phillips Place K. A. Burnell/M.E. White House :nt use Residence ant owner Robert F. Olander 1853 Daily Hampshire Gazette urce 4/26/1853 Rrarket-Pc F. pratt Exterior wall fabric o wide fl a boa Outbuildings (describe) shed Other features ornate chimneys? f1 at roof wi th gpnprnus hrarkptpd over® hang; later porch and bays v Altered nn Date h Moved ro Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 140 feet Approximate distance of building from street 15 feet C. Dubie 6. Recorded by Organization No rthamp ton Hi. s to ri `ommi s sion Date June 2, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Kin s' _v A. Burnell Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Resi dense 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts d settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County: 2260 23, r,. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This modest bracketed house was built in 1852 ®53 on land owned by Kingsley A. Burnell. Burnell sold the house, partially completed, to Reverend Morris E. White. The 'Mites also purchased the lot to the west (;r16) from Erastus Slate, with the understanding that no dwelling would be built on the property for 15 years. In 1865, Penelope .Ro White sold the 2 lots to A. Jo Lincoln and Lincoln disposed of the westerly lot of land (with no dwelling) in that year Lincoln's house is attributed to Pratt in the Daily Hampshire Gazette, December 26, 18650 The residence is of value as it harmonizes with the other nineteenth century dwellings in the area and represents one of Wm. F. Pratt's more modest works. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Beer's 1873 Atlas. Daily Hampshire Gazette, 4/26/1853, 12/261 18650 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Other features Date 9 ILL -IP5 PLi}GF 57 0 HC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 of�tev i v 4 r r ay; O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant tri (over) Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric wooden clapboards Outbuildings (describe) attached barn later porch with columns; 2 interior Altered additions Moved no Date 5. Lot size: In Area no. Northam? ton 51 Phillips Place C. H. Kinney House` (first) it use residence it owner Rudolph' Turcotte, 4 D. ption: 1848 Registry of Deeds rce 1190201 late federal Form no. 3 2 201 well in crawl space; One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 150 feet Approximate distance of building from street R CEIVED 10 feet 4 197 6. Recorded by Co Dubi e HEST Organization Northampton Historical COMMCommi ssion Date May 15, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Chari ps 1L Ki nnp Original use Resilience Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (cheek as many as applicable) 3:1:4:' ;-'2.0 1 esl.dence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlennenf invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) C. H. Kinney was one of the first to buy land in Phillips Place when the street was opened in 1847 The "Plan of Phillips Place" drawn by W. F. Pratt indicated Kinney' s lot (no. 13) on the southerly side of the street Kinney latter =purctiased the lot adjoining(no. 14) and sold a portion of nos 14 to M. E. White in 1855. The house which Kinney built was very conservative in style Within the next several years other late federal style houses were constructed in Phillips Place; two more adventurous spirits had cottages designed by W. F. Pratt and built in Phillips Place. The Kinney house is three bays wide and two deep Cornices appear over the first story windows. The steep hipped roof has a deep overhang; two rather ornate chimneys balance the facades A large porch, a much later addition, obscures the entranceway. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 119.201 125.572© DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant Northampton 59 Phillips Place Greek Revival FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. A (over) ent use In Area no 1 p C:E:t*..T= 1. g vat Residence Exterior wall fabric wood Form no. 32A -ZoZ Outbuildings (describe) small barn now in residential use Other features 2 stories; gable end faces street; pilasters at corners; heavy cornice; enclosed pediment Altered additions Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 90 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Northampton Historical sion Date Fd r a 15, 197 hr r; 7 )976 MASS. HIST. COMM, 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Resi denc Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Leeds, 1190201© of Northampton school for girls 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This Greek Revival style residence was built in Phillips Place shortly after the street was opened in 1847. It is the single Greek Revival style in the neighborhood where bracketed and gothic cottage styles prevail. The residence is two stories in height and displays the prominent pilasters and pediment of the Greek Revival style. A wide cornice surrounds the rectangular structure below the line of the eaves and pilasters appear at the four corners. The pediment is delicate. and dentillatedo A later porch, supported by Doric columns, surrounds the lower story; the off center entranceway is set off with sidelights. Phillips Place was created in 1897 on land of the Clarke family and quickly became the fashionable residential area in the town. The area was quickly populated by industrialists and merchants and the various Victorian residences have been well preserved over the years. 3/73 FORM 13 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sxetcn oz ouilulus in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. N ED Q 1 \I DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. [a/ (over) utect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by C. ]obi e Date In Area no. Form no. 3,2}.A -21)2 l Atlases of Northampton unknemn 50 feet wood none 130 f t. (Porn. Ter. Approximate distance of building from street Organization Northampton Historical Commission JAR ECE V JUN 3 0 1976 KASS. HEST. COMM. 7. Original Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence. 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small house off Pomeroy Terrace first served as an outbuilding for 59 Phillips:nage, a Greek Revival residence. The structure mimics the Italianate splendor of the Osmyn Baker House on Pomeroy Terrace,: Each is a cubic mass with projecting flat roof and belvedere with round headed windows. A porch has been added to the structure. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Atlas of Northampton, 1873, 1884 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ss 59 Pomeroy Terrace Lewis Warner House nt use Mass. Mental Health nt owner Comm. Massa iption: 1885 -1895 Registry of Deeds, 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect unknown in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric wood shingles v U \Y�J` „22T) Yl@cJl Outbuildings (describe) ragP Y RiE-C DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE 1/ i USGS Quadrant 5M- 2- 75- R061465 (over) In Area no. Form no. 32A-7'03 Northampton Other features shingled exterior with bays and 3 story corner tower; sunburst motif in pediment of gable Altered no Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Date Approximate frontage 133 feet 1895 Atla% Approximate distance of building from street 10 feet May 31, 1975 ecorded by C. Dubie, C. Keith Wilbur JU N 4 1975 Organization No rthamp Lon Historical MHC Photo no. 4/r'^ Commi s sion r Date 7. Original owner (if known) Lewi s 'Varner Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Northampton School for Girls 1961 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Comm. Mass. 1974 Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This Richardsonian Shingle style residence is in original condition. The exterior wall surface is covered with large dark shingles; the shingle skin secures the curving forms of the south and east bays and the massive north tower to the body of the structure. Wooden stringcourses are also used to maintain fluid movement of the eye across the surfaces of the facade. Carvings appear on the north facade; leaded design windows appear above large windows in the north, east, and soul facades. The house was probably built between 1884 and 1895. Lewis Warner purchased the lot of land in 1874, at which time a smaller house was on the property. Given the retarditaire nature of Northampton architecture, the house could hardly have been built before 1890. It is unquestionably indicated on the 1895 Easthampton-Northampton Atlas. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 1368.383, 381; 1366, 223; 1002.86; 828.287; 592.367; 532.45; 43 514.101; 511.445; 312.91. Easthampton-Northampton Atlas, 1895. 3714 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) iitect In Area no. Residence snt owner Frederick "Ostrowski 1A95-115 Exterior wall fabric Clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features2 story front corner bays with hexagonal roof story front porch with attenuated Tuscan columns Altered Date O Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 10' Form no. 32P,-704 Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan E. Lincoln Organization NHC Date January 1980 C 7. Original owner (if known Original use Subsequent uses (if any) 8. Themes (check as many Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Duni Px reSi! and dates as applicable) Conservation Education Exproration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation This is one of two duplex houses on Butler Place, a street opened off of Hawley Street in 1892. B 1915 all of the present ten houses had been constructed amd the street maintains its turn- of character today. This is particularly enhanced by the line of Maple trees on both sides of the street. This house is two stories tall with hipped roof and has a two -story three -sided bay with polygonal roof at either end of the facade. Between the bays is a two -story porch with flat roofs, Tuscan columns on paneled pedestals and balustrades. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1805 s 1915 :t1a3es Registry or reeds: Book 450 Pace 310, 443 -259 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston LI MHC Photo no. ETD 5M- 2- 75- R061465 BUTL& PLi°r( O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 1 4. Map. vi a W in relation to nearest cross streets ana other buildings. Indicate north. 0 a. JUN 4 1975 (over) 'S 1 1/ST comm rrt 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e 3S 36 Sutler Place Leo H. Porter House In Area no. Form no. 32A 20S Northampton nt use residence ;nt owner Margaret 0. Andrus ription: 1893 -1895 Registry of Deeds 458.178 Jurce 1895 Northampton Atlas Colonial Revival hitect unknown Exterior wall fabric thin clapboards Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features Ridge Roof, massive gambrel roofed dormer; Palladian mofifs W E facades; portico with carving in pediment Altered no Date Moved no Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 61 feet Approximate distance of building from street 10 feet Organization Northampton Hi sto ri cal sion to May 15, 1975 Sci L7-1 7. Original owner (if known) Leo He Porter Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9.. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Butler Place was opened in 1892 at which time Sareh .I Butler divided the Butler land extending from Hawley Street to Pomeroy Terrace into a dozen or so parcels. Leo Porter purchased a small Lot, #5, in 1893 with the agreement that "the grantee agrees not to erect any building nearer than 12° from the inside line of the sidewalk." (4580178) A house whose proportions closely approximate those of the Colonial Revival structure is indicated on the 1895 Atlas. The interlocking masses of the Porter house are well integrated. Each of the three stories is clearly articulated in the facade through the use of'overhangs and stringcourses and confinement of decorative elements to the first and third floors. The massive garrbreled section and the west facade feature Palladian mofifs, although the treatment_ of the window panes refers to the diamond shaped lead paned windows of the colonial period rather than to the more fanlike Palladian window. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County: 13780179, 1322.428, 1154.456, 10990173,10770397, 10560383, 7110492, 711.98 7110183, 516.203, 466°171,458.178; Plan of land 448,259, Plan 34068, 34,32. IMAL s °kA-- 11121 I MN" cA L. D. �3 LL 0 rp. h +-e- t G blvd -s 16661-01 WAIL trtA t�; 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iviap. LJLaw in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 1 0' la° over 3 5. Lot size: Date In Area no. Form no. 32,, -208 Northampton ess 22 Butler Place ;ent use Residence ;ent owner Riverside Industries; Inc, :ription: hitect Exterior wall fabric One acre or less Organization NHC 1892 -1895 ource Registry of Deeds =t1a5 Clapboard X Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Loncrgan Outbuildings (describe) Other features Stylized Palladian windoi in gable, panelled 2 story bay, wraparound porch with turned spind1( stylized piers. Altered Date Moved Date 7. Original owner (if known) H.H.Derick Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development _____x_ Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes In 1892 Butler Place was opened through the Butler estate on Hawley St. Lots were sold for residential development, and by 1895 seven of the present ten houses were built. An 1895 article in the Gazette on the recent deielop- ment in the city mentioned "several examples of art in architecture" on the street. This house was built for H.H. Derrick in 1894 at an approximate cost of $4000. It is two and -a -half stories tall with pedimented end to the street. The tympanum contains a recessed "Palladian" window. The house also features a two story bay window with recessed panels on the facade and a front porch with heavy square posts and turned balustrade that wraps halfway around the western side. A smaller porch with festooned frieze, double columns and shingled base sits atop the main porch over the entrance. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 tlases Registry of Deeds: Book 450 ?age 310, 48 -259 Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 29, 1894. Daily Hampshire.Gazette -Nov. 30, 1895 checked above) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M-7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets arm other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ess 16 Butler ;hitect Exterior wall fabric Clapboard Shingle Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre 1 ?5' Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lo ne r g a n Organization NHC January 1980 7. Original owneL (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates John 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 1984 1895 .tlases Lambie residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Butler Place was opened in 1892 through the old Butler estate on Hawley St. By 1895 seven of the present ten houses had been built and the Gazette mentioned examples of art in architecture on the street. This house was built during 1894 for John Lambie at an approximate cost of $4000. Mr. Lambie was co -owner of a Main St. dry goods and milinery concern. The house is two stories in height with hipped.roof, hipped dormers, a two -story front porch with hipped roof and a two -story side bay with hipped roof. The first story of the house is covered with clapboards while the second story has wood shingles. The first story of the front porch has a pedimented entrance with rinceau tympanum and tapered columns on paneled pedestals. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Deg stry o- Deeds. 3ook 43U Page 1 10, 443 -759 Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 29, 1894 Daily Hampshire Gazette Nov. 30, 1895. 3714-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of buiiatng location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ern Northar,otor: cress -11 Butler Pla -e me esent owner zelen T Su1l' -.van to 18c5 -1 °15 Source 7t1Fses /le elechitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features? story front porch, s'_r'e anc' front 7 1 i 7) tory bees Altered Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less Approximate frontage Organization NLiC Date In Area no. Form no. 7.").7. January 1c80 C 1 a o o a r Over one acre 75' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E LonerAsan Date Date 7. Original owner (if known) Origiaal use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development early maps, etc.) rst in the late 'la'c'e 7ontle et Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Iadustry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) ...._S tT.;C ^:l °J YFS `cn P 'r7?s '.00'Sti11r't n u r J'1L1 °r ?la-? �d 7 o'ehe!I :t om 19^ _'mot 1 _��r t°° ^8. 3y this ti- e a %'1. ^..0 ?r o` Oyer streets ark n oe n er= =•7... `x..0. St. ?nr• t:h3 C:.1t_'^tGr CF the ere.. h7r4 _7 .n t;" ?•1- -P� _t :IOUS _C;.i t i City's e.l_' 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, Thi.7 street 3... nu :e f 3/73 ;ent owner Steven Eleanore ;ription; ource hitect Vachula 1895 -1915 7 ses 37m -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. i iap. LI in relation to nearest cross, streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 4 0 to (over) Northampton Exterior wall fabric In Area no. Shingles Form no. 32F 212 Outbuildings (describe) Other features Full length front porch with central pediment, two 2 -2 story front bays Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date January 1980 7 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Butler Place was opened in 1892 through the old Butler home- stead on Hawley St. By 1895 seven of the present ten houses had been constructed. The other three, all double houses, were constructed early in the twentieth century, and the street today still maintains its turn -of- the century character, enhanced° particularly by the rows of fine Maple trees. This house is two-and--half stories in height with ridge roof and a two and -a -half story gabled projection at either end of the facade. A one -story porch with hipped roof, gabled entrance, Tuscan columns, balustrade and lattice base extneds across the facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 t1ases Registry of Deeds: Book 450 Page 310, 448 -259 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. It1ap.; Draw sketcn in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Altered Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less i' Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by E. Loner c,an Organization IC Date January 1080 In Area no. Form no. sent use Resi_rence :sent owner Don 7 l� or a ^-et ?nr:' Darch suororts cl 01,r) a r Other features rnP :e,:ta1 -h` n ?1 s, Date Date Over one acre 5 Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence. Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce C ommuaication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1892 Butler'Place was opened through the old Butler home— stead on Hawley St. By 1895 seven of the present ten houses had been constructed and the Gazette could exclain that there were "several examples of art on architecture" on the street. This was one of the first houses built on the street and seems to have been built for Joel Haynes, a milk contractor. The house is two and —a -half stories tall with gable end to the street, and. two and —a —half story cross gables on either side. A one —story porch covers the front entrance and extends along the eastern side to the projection, while a smal'i porch sits above the entrance to the facade. The first floor porch has a gsbled entrance, bracketed cornice and turned posts. L coratively —cut shingles are used as a belt course between the second story and the front gables as well as on the base of the second- story porch. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1 PR4 1gQ5 7-ti s9s i stry o D'eer'e ook 450 *e -10, 449 Daily Hampshire Gazette Nov. 30, 1895. 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. a l e P L- A-c. fr t_ c_ 3ltEET DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. r- rV (over) Exterior wall fabric Moved ription: 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Date A Northampton 67 Pomeroy Terrace c. 1900 wrce visual evidence Outbuildings (describe) none Altered no Date no Date *ray ess Sarah Butler Cottage ent use vacant ent owner Dept. of Mental Health, Commonwealth of Mass. Architect Benjamin Hammett Seabury wood shingles Other features 2_ stories; gambrel roof; central gable with gambrel roof; entrance portico with balcony 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet Organization No rthamp ton Hi. s to ri cal WED MAY 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. O iginal owner (if known) Original use h >url Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence -8. Themes (check as niany as applicable) Aboriginal Conse'.•vation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This cottage on Fomeroy Terrace was built about 1900 for Sarah Butler whose family o 'a homestead on dawley Street and the land to the rear which became Butler: Place in 1892. It is probable that Sarah Butler commissioned the building of this cottage when the homestead was sold around the turn of the century. The cottage, built in an area of architecturally fine mid -19th century residences, was designed by Springfield architect B. H. Se.abury. Seabury graduated from MIT in 1379 and catne to Seri ng ieLd n 1381 .after having .:7orked on the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. Originally in the firm of Richmond Seabury, Seabury worked alone between 1389 and the early 1900' s his son Harry M© Seabury joined him. commercial blocks in Northampton, the Hammond and Dewey Blocks, were also designed y Seabury. A deep gambrel roof and overhanging second story are prominent elements in the cottage. design. A central gable t gambrel roof appears over the entrance. Wall surfaces and the lower slope of the roof are shingled. The entrance incorporates certain cl assical features a portico ::supported by attenuated Doric columns and topped by a balustrade. The cottage is small but well proportioned. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Family scrapbook on 3. H. Seabury; plan of lots of Butler Place, 443,259,. 3/73 0 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 71 Pomeroy Terrace Wm. Lawrence House Exterior wall fabric clapboards lrlujs. IL cLvv r ewII 01' uuliuing ioeauon in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. l3 U Tt �?Z PLA-c[ l-I NCC)Clt 5r2tEr HC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 CZI y/oNIA o Nwhvina tAS In Area no. Form no. 32A-200 )rthampton use Mental Health Association owner Frederick Ostrowski ion: 1856 Daily Hampshire Gazette April 8, 1856 talian Villa Other features Tower with paired round headed windows; bracketed overhang on roofs; bracketed door hood numerous additions in rear Altered Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre 150 feet Approximate frontage 20 feet Approximate distance of building from street O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE, Ei Recorded by C. Dubie USGS Quadrant Organization No rthampton °'i-ii stori cal 197c Commission Date May 1, 1975 HIST COAN (over) 7. Original owner (if known) :Jilliam Lawrence Original use Residence' Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Hampshire Count; Mental._ Health-1974 Conservation Education Exploration/ settle me nt Industry Military x Political Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This Italianate residence was built for William Lawrence in 1856eand is similar in design to others executed by 'Wm. F. Pratt `during this period. The tower with its paired round headed windows may be a later addition: the or- j ect4 rc7 st' r 7 is clapboarded unlike the body of the house and tower in which the wall surface is smooth in imitation of masonry construction. Identical windows in the body of the house carry small cornices; the bay and roofs have deep bracketed overhangs. Bracketed hoods cover the arched doorway and round ui_ndow in the second story of the tower. Additions have been made to the south facade and the rear of the structure. 9L/ 10. Bibliography and /or references early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazet Hampshire Registry of 691.503, 7840584, 176 (such as local histories te, April 8 1856 Deeds: 165.98, 2 2.74, deeds, assessor's records, April 7 1863® 50 ©389, 4.02, 316 ©492, 37m-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4 IVUL[i. Li u rr: v.... in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ;ss ent use ;ription: ource hitect Other features 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no. 32A -217 Northampton Outbuildings (describe) 14 Hancock St. J.M. Clark House 1873 -75 residence ent owner Claire Doyle et al. Altas and Directory Exterior wall fabric clapboard Altered side porch adderiate 20th c. Moved Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15', E. LonPrgan NHC April 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses- (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Jonas M. Clark residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development _....x.4..- Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Hancock St. was opened in 1873 across Ebenezer Hancock's former Hawley St. estate. The estate had been bought by Tames Arms, a co -owner of the Arms and Bardwell Manufacturing Co., which was located on the west side of Hawley St. near Holyoke St. and procuced hoop skirts, pocketbooks and diaries. Lots were only available on the north side of the street as that was all that Mr. Arms owned. By 1875 this house had been built, and was occupied by Jonas M Clark, super- intendent of the Northampton Water Works: The house is two and a half stories in height with gable end to the street. A rourtheaded sash window with a "Gothic" cornice dec- orates the gable. The two over two windows all have molded cornices and a pedimented portico with Tuscan columns adorns the entrance. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1873 -74, 1875 -76, 1885 -86. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 306_P. 111. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 5M- 2- 75- R061465 in relation to nearest cross streets ana' other buildings. Indicate north. 3 Po^nen- WINcoCie STREET V tiumaruka DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. n FRECE ,(Nr) 4 1975 MASS. HIST. COMM. Exterior wall fabric clapboards Outbuildings (describe) none Other features mansard roof with pedimented dormers; bracketed over hang on roof numerous additions mansard added? Altered Date Moved 5. Lot size: D e on Northampton s 83 Pomeroy Terrace at use Residence at owner Katherine Taylor iption: In Area no. Form no. 32A -221 L. G. Field House 1868 -1870 Registry of Deeds, wee Gazette, 11/19/61 Bracketed house w /mansard :ect unknown no 10 feet One acre or less x Over one acre May 15, 1975 Date Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C® Dubie Organization No rtliamp ton Hi sto i cal 7. Original ov,wnk.r (if known) Leonard Go Fiel Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) '1hi s residence with mansard roof was built by L. G. Field in the late 1860's. He purchased the lot in 1867 from Caroline Lawrence, widow of William Lawrence whose 1859 Italianate house still stands to the north© The Daily Hampshire Gazette reported: "L. G. Field has purchased a building lot, Phillips Place, from Mrs. William Lawrence, and will build a 10,000 house on it." The substantial duelling and land were sold in 1870 for $8,500. Tne mansard roof with dormer windows may have been added to thE body of the house. Tne two story clapboarded base has deep bracketed overhang and large regular windows with modest cornices. Windows in the mansard story are round headed and topped by bold pediments. Phillips Place and its extension, Pomeroy Terrace, were developed as a residential area in the later nineteenth century: A number of fine cottages, bracketed, and Italianate styles remain. Daily Hampshire Gazette, November 19, 1867. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 1169.46, 1169.43, 1106.393, 994.342, 823.138, 596.246, 511.495, 33/.449, 500.361, 254..317. 9.03 FORM B BUILDING ISSION oston 1. Town In Area no. Form no. 32A -222 Northampton Other features (over) Date ;SS 88 Pomeroy Terrace J. Prince House ent ownefomm. of MA Dept. of Mental Health ription: Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization c. 1895 Exterior wall fabric brick and clapboard Outbuildings (describe) NHC April 1980 f Deeds and Atlas E. Lonergan 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation John and Grace Prince sidence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large rambling house occupies a prominent site over- looking the meadows at the end of Pomeroy Terrace. Pomeroy Terrace was laid out about 1850 and quickly became an exclusive residential district. Later development, south of here, along Williams St. was oriented more towards local mill workers. However, this house show. that Pomeroy Terrace had not lost its appeal during the ensuing years. The house seems to have been first owned by John Prince, treasurer of the Nonotuck Savings Bank. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 744-P. 317, 462514. Northampton Directory: 1895-96, 1900, 1905. c 01 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of bullainglocation in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north., DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. Idu1 l rlv t Air 1 j'o n.a 152 s -3 Pa rv.eroL Te rRk.c a 5m-2-7 Northampton WSW EC E-1 �L Overt 1975 IASS. HIST. COMM. ;s /8 Pomeroy Terrace O smyn Baker House it use Mass© Dept, Mental. dealth It owner ption: In Area no. 1855 t 1 v% Modified Villa ti reiuLect Wm. Fenno Pratt Outbuildings (describe) none Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Form no. Exterior wall fabric stuccoed brick 32q -723 Mass. Dept. Mental Health rce Pai iYiggs pshire G zette, i�� n 12/11/1855 Other features flat roof with 4 chimneyE and cent ±a1 cupola; portico with elaborate columns; numerous additions Altered additions Date Over one acre x 209 feet. Approximate distance of building from street 40 feet 6. Recorded by Cm Dubie Organization Ne rthamptson Historical ssion May 15, 1975 7. Original owner__ (if known) 0 smyn Baker Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence; 8. Themes ;;(check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement' Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of The Daily Hampshire Gazette on the Baker House: 9o- themes checked above) provides the orthampton School. for Girls Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation following in forma tion 924- 1974 "Osmyn Baker is erecting a dwelling on Phillips Place" (October 2, 1855) "That (residence) of Osmyn Baker, on the opposite side of the street is built of brick, to be stuccoed, and commands, from the cupola at the top, a view equalled by that from Round Hille...The house itself will be built with all the improvements of modern architecture and will be one of the most substantial and tasteful residences in town." (December 11, 1855, The OsInyn Baker residerice is listed as a work of William F. Pratt in a Gazette article, 12/26/ 1865, about the local architect. Pratt is also credited with the J. Stebbins Lathrop house. The house is more appropriately termed a villa style than a Greek Revival (southern) house. "Greek Revival" designates architecture imitative` of the historical architecture of Greece. Neither the rnassing of the structure, the ornate cupola, nor the treatment of the portico and central window, follow the forms of the pure Greek Revival.' The ornate composite columns and second story window cornice are possibly later additions, as the Gazette note in June, 1868, that Osmyn Baker is improving his house on Phillips Place. (Pomeroy Terrace). Half a dozen fine houses and cottages were built on Phillips Place/ Pomeroy Terrace 1840 1870. Several tine examples of Italianate, Swiss Cottage, villa, and bracketed styles remain. The section, with its superb view of the flood plain and mountain range, was the fashionable 10. Bibliography aid /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, resi early maps, etc.) area at this time. Daily Hampshire Gazette, October 2, 1855, December 11, 1855, December 26, 1565. 'RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE Outbuildings 2. Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominant features shrubs- larTMe trees- Vie l7 of moi :nta i ns Landscape architect Northampton School for Girls 3. Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Lederal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom. Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Use: RPSicfential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OF SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) This is the third house to be built from the same architectural plans which were brought from the South by J. Stebbins Lathrop. It was built by Attorney 0srrrn Baker who duplicated the original cupola on the Lathrop home and the railing atop the front porch, which still survive- but added a vringed arch to the middle upper window. Each of the three staunch friends who built these almost identical houses, J. Stebbins Lathrop, Samuel Williston in EasthamptonO, and 0snyn Baker, changed some architectural details of the exterior, evidently preferring the personal and distinctive touch to the precesely imitative Osnryn Baker was an attorney and the leading spirit in the founding of the Hampshire County Law Library and the Public Library. He was the first president of the Smith Charities and a Trustee of the Clarke School. Also a junior counsellor to Daniel Webster in the case of. Oliver Smith's will. He was also a member of the United States Congress. 2ft�r her father's death, Miss Elizabeth Baker occupied the house before selling it to Er. French who in turn sold it to the Watson family. In 19211 it eras purchased by lass Sarah Whitaker and Miss Dorothy Bement for the administzlation build1r1$ of the Northalinton S -H of for Girls which they founded. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REr ERE1'CE Hampshire Gazette January 24, 1970 The N ?ortl pin ton Book; (19510 Pp 99, 290, 291 RESTRICTIONS Original Owner: Osmyri Baker Deed Information: Book Number Form B. 10M -6 -71 -049688 Page Registry of D 37M-7--77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston IN in relation to nearest cross streets ana other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1. Town Date sss 72 Pomeroy Terrace ent use ;ent owner Comm. ;ription: e Dutch Colonial hitect 6. Recorded by Organization Northampton c. 1910 Exterior wall fabric Iti Area no. residential Outbuildings (describe) Other features E. Lonergan NHC Form no. 32A -224 f MP Dept. of Mental Health ource Atlas end Directory wood shingles Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education .Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This relatively small, well set-back house was built sometime before 1915 on a part of the Henry Dickinson estate, Raymond B. King, a shipping clerk for Mc Callum Hosiery Co., is listed here in the 1915 directory. Ci A high, gambrel roof caps the one stroy, shingled base. A long shed dormer extends from the break in the roof, and is surmounted by a swept window, while a pent roof extends over the first floor, whicu' is composed of a central entrance flanked by triple windows. The entrance has a segmented portico. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1905, 1915 and 1922. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 5M- 2- 75- R061465 RP; NC STREET DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant Jj, 414 1. Town ;ss itect In Area no. Form no. 32 X1.2 2. Nort hampton William Gaylord mouse 58 Pomeroy Terrace ant use College Church, Inc. ant owner The College Church, Inc. ription: 1849 -1850 Registry of Deeds, urce Daily" Hampshire Gazette Swiss Cottage Wm. Fenno Pra ior wall fabric woo d I- t e y I dU UP/�l iU LP�C� fir& 13t.TL PL,p -GE HC Photo no. lG s eE Q brackets and balconies; ornate Altered no Moved no Outbuildings (describe) large structure rear Other features board batten si ding; 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street vergeboard trim; 2 small 10 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie chimneys. Date Date Over one acre x 185 feet /9 Organization Northampton Hi stori cal Commission Date May 15, 1975 C0 4444 (over) T. Original owner (if =down) O..igina1 use ?.esi dence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal A ricultural A rchitectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Th iia J Or er? Qv Res Bence; Nortnamoton School for yids, 1960- E. Themes (check as many as applicable) 1 4 Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This Swiss Cottage on Pomeroy Terrace was designed by vim. F Pratt:, local architect, and built between 1849 and 1853, probably in 18500 Thomas Green, the original owner, bought the t?rir ci paF parcels of land from V H Sutler and H. Clarke in 1849; his ho;t e stead was built by 1853, at which time he acquired additional sections of land from various individ;ials. A second Swiss Cottage was built during this 7e? on Prillips Place© 0711liam Gaylord purchased the residence in 1860 for $8,000, and made improvements on it. Gaylord was an industrialist, '_erislato_, and trustee of the State Hospital. The two story Cottage is the most fully conceived Swiss Cottage in Northampton. Each detail —airy brackets, carved balconies', closely spaced board and batten siding —contributes to the picturesque composition and encourages and enhances the play of light on the facades. As rigs been :mentioned, Gaylord made it ro vet,ents on :he cottage soon after its purehase; it is therefore difficralt detemine which features were original and which were added later. Pratt is nowhere credited with the improvements although he is credited with "Mr. Gaylord' s" in the Daily Hampshire Gazette, December 26, 1865. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Atlas of Northampton, 1873, 1884. Registry of Leeds, Hampshire runty, 197,309 (Gaylord from Green), 128.208, 129.104, 129.105, 151.255, 152.526, 153.414. Daily Hampshire Gazette, November 30, 1560 December 26, 1865. RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE I. Outbuildings Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal /nformal Predominant features 1 arc p i-rens Landscape architect 3. Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom. Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC LYi IPORTANCE OF SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) V illim M. Gaylord Homestead Gaylord was an iron manufacturer. He was born in 1821, was a legislator, trustee of the State Hospital. The house was later the home of Frank Gaylord and John Spencer Bassett. The architectural style derives from several Victorian domestic sources. The gardens were laid out to benefit from the view of the Mount Holyoke range of mauntains. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Forbes Library Art Department, Photo Collection 8li1 N Rn G256 (photo- 1927) and in a photo of Pomeroy Terrace P:orthampton Book- po 151 see Hampshire Gazette Dedember 22, 1885, 'Widening Pomeroy Terrace" RESTRICTIONS rigl al Owner: William M. Gaylord Jeed Information: Book Number Page Registry of Deeds Form B. 10M- 6.71 -049688 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSE TTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION nffioe of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch or ouiluiLi g in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate th nor 5M-2-75-R061465 No 48 Pomeroy Terrace House, Pomeroy Terrace at use Residence Transitional/Bracketed c. 1847 Registry of Deeds urce itect unknown Exterior wall fabric wood In Area no. Form no. 32A Outbuildings (describe) none nt owner Allen Diane Weinstein iption: Other features hipped roof wtth bracketed ovPrhang; prornthent" cupola; later by and porch Altered Moved no Date 5. Lot size! Ell v ioNY 0i4aWaj iVE0 Approximate frontage Approximate di One acre or less Over one acre 75 feet stance of building from street 15 feet JON 4 79 nisr. J 0 NOT WRITE IN THIS SPI 6. Recorded by COm Organization C. Dubie USGS Quadrant Northampton Hi g fin rt ca 1 HC Photo no. mrnission Date May 15, 1975 (over) additi on Date 7. Original owner (if known) Edward Clarke? Original use Resi dence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion or Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Ir. Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This residence on Pomeroy Terrace was first occupied by Reverend Rufus Ellis who did not however, own the dwelling or the land on which it was built© Edward Clarke sold the land and house, the premises ...being the homestead for many years past occupied by Reverend RufuE G11is" to Mary Ann Cochran in 1853. The Clarke family opened Phillips Place in 1847 shortly following the death of Christopher Clarke, and lot 11 (48 Pomeroy terrace) was vacant. at that time. (Registry of Deeds 119.201.) Although the decorative features of the house allude to the bracketed styles of the mid century, the massing of the house relates it to the Federal style. It is possible that the clergyrpan' s prim homestead was later updated by more stylish or sophisticated owners. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hamsphire County: 3780427,292 ©81, 275049, 1520321© Beer's 1873 Atlas, Walkers 1884 Atlas of Northampton. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston i 1t116!;ttittll! 1 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. �rlvCVl h vita. rry HC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 I UT PI.11-C,a (over) SS In Area no. Form no. 32fl -231 Northampton 44 Pomeroy Terrace M. M. French residence nt use Residence nt owner Melinda Talkington iption: Body of house c 1848; extensive as, June 187U trce Registry of Deeds, Daily Hampshire Gazette :ect additions by Wm. F. Pratt Exterior wall fabric wood boards Outbuildings (describe) none Other features elaborate pedimented bay windows and entrance; porches; bold window cornices. Altered various additions 1870 no Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 110 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet JUN 4 1975 O NOT WRITE IN THIS S 6. Recorded by C. Dubie USGS Quadrant S. HST comm. Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date May 15, 1975 v 7. Original owner (if known) M. M. French Original use Resj deuce Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Resi dence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Ma Ma French was one of the first individuals to purchase a Lot of land in Phillips Place in 1847, He paid 0 500 to Abigail Clarke for "Lots 9 and 10 as marked on a plan drawn by Wm© Fe Pratt, Architect and recorded 119.2010" 'It is uncertain whether Pratt designed the original core of the present structure. Pratt designed extensive additions to the house in 1870: e°MO M. French proposes to enlarge his already elegant residence, Phillips Place (Pomeroy Terrace), by an addition of several feet to the front and two bay :,rindows, after designs drawn by W. F. Pratt," It is the bold scale of these additions, primarily to the front, west facade, which make the house of architectural interest. The added porch, entranceway, and bay are heavily corniced and the door and bay are fully pedimented. Second story windows and the round headed window in the attic story have heavy cornices supported by chunky brackets. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 1801 ©303, 990.179, 8500452, 747.484, 119.218. Daily Hampshire Gazette, June 7, 18700 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `t. CL i ..emu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. VA VV. kau ?IfiLLII'S PUCE 0 a DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 4.0 /Ls! MHC Photo no. JU 4 1975 (over) Miss, HI omm. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 In Area no. iJ Form no. 32A-23a Northampton ss 40 Pomeroy Terrace nt use Residence .iption: irce Barn nt owner Czestau Kossakowski 1873 -1884 1873 Beers Atlas 1884 Walkers Atlas tech possibly `William Pratt Exterior wall fabric wood shingles IC Outbuildings (describe) none Other features deep bracketed overhang; cupola; balcony with diamond pane windows. Altered yeS Date c. 1920 i Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 130 feet Approximate distance of building from street 100 ft. 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e, C. Keith Wilbur Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date May 15, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) M. M. French? Original use Ba rri Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Tea Room circa 1920 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science settlement invention Industry Social Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This fine barn with shingled surface and Victorian cupola appears on the property of M. M. French in the 1884 Walkers Atlas. It closely resembles a barn described as being built for Ea E. Wakefield (who owned property to the south on Fhillips Place), eean elegant barn. 0 03 stories in the rear, and two in front." It is possible that the structure was moved from the Wakefield property to the French property prior to 18840 At one time a tea room, the structure is presently used as a residence. alt 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Beers Atlas, 1873, Walker's Atlas, 18840 Daily Hampshire Gazette, May 30, 1876© ;ription: Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 36 Pomeroy Terrace gent -owner Albert and Lulu residence Reg. of Deeds clapboard 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `f. 1VId.E.1. I. Ll CL w or>v in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. vcP aA (over) Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Northampton E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 Form no. 32A -233 Mo1itoris 91! 7. Original owner (if known) David W. Crafts and Edwin C. Clapp Original use rectory Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x residence (l$.. Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exp loration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1885 David Crafts and Edwin Clapp bought lot 5 of the Samuel Wright estate subdivision. Within a year this house had been erected and was serving as a rectory for St. John's Episcopal Ciurch. Mrs. Crafts and Clapp wanted to retain ownership until their net costs of $5715.25 (which included $1300 for the land) had been repaid. This took until 1889, when the church took ownership. In 1893 the property was sold to Dr. William Spencer, a local dentist, who maintained his residence here. Decorative shingles are used for contrast on the house, as are wide boards, and panels separating the first and second floor double windows on the facade. The front gable is decorated with a collar brace, king post and pendant. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 463-P. 147, 424-279, 401-9, 394-43. Northampton Directory: 189596. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION (lffine of the Secretary. State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. P ►-t i L L. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 (MHC Photo no. d �vttI Vl DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant N Lta JON 4 1975 (over) A4ASS HIST COMM. Moved :SS 5. Lot size: Northampton ant use Residence nt owner Andrew Tymaczko 'iption: 28 Pomeroy Terrace Edgar Crooks House 1885 -86 Daily Hampshire Gazette urce 2/16/1886 Queen Anne uditect C. H. Jones w ood scallop shinkle Exterior wall fabric clapboards Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features tower; tile roof; wall surface thin clapboards and shingles; carved frieze at cornice; sunburst motifs Altered additions reaDate no Date One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 15 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e In Area no. Form no. 32 A•2 3`i Organization Northampton Hi sto ri cal Commi ssion Date May 15, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Edaar Cropks Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation area. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This Queen Anne house was designed by C. H. Jones 0 Jones, local artist and architect, for E. E Crooksm paper described the house as "modern, elegant. 0Cothic and Queen Anne's o No paint was to be used in the interiors which were to contain much. fine wood© The treatment of the wall surface on the exterior lends a lightness tothe considerable mass of the structure. Thin clapboards and shingles break up the wall surface as do the various shapes and sizes of windows. Ornament is rich and highly curvilinear: Scrolled brackets support the second story in the south facade; similar brackets appear in the front (west) facade. A wide carved frieze and two stamped metal plaques at the entranceway employ rich curvilinear designs. The tower, although .•-ell integrated into the mass of the house, is prim and angular® a feature soon to be omitted from first class residences. Crooks, the original owner of the residence, was the superintendent of Belding Brothers Company, Silk Manufacturers. C. Ho Jones designed a number of houses in the Northampton 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features IISSION 3oston (over) 1. Town Address Name Present use In Area no. Form no. 32A -235 Northampton Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date April 1980 E. Lonergan NHC 7. Original owner (if known) Sylvanus P. Sherman Original use reside re Subsequent uses- (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Sylvanus Sherman bought lot 3 of the Wright Estate Plan for the eastern side of e omeroy Terrace. These lots extended from Bridge St. southerly to M.M. French's house, which was opposite Phillips Place. Easterly the lots extended over the low bluff and into the meadows. This was one of the more "aristocratic" neighborhoods in Northampton and the lots were able to fetch prices as high as $1500, which is what Mr. She `an paid. He was a carpenter and probably built the house himself. The house is two and a half stories in height with gable end to the street and has a cross gable on the northern side. A round-headed sash window with two over two lights occupies the front gable, and a one-story porch extends across the three bay facade. The porch still retains its lattice base, and scare posts with arched brackets, but the balustrade has been replaced. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873 and 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1885-86, 1895 -96. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 402 -P. 409, 389 -235, 388-225, 387-315. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketcn in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 4v■IckArn5 MHC Photo no. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) s s nt use :nt owner Walter Barrows �iption: Other features In Area no. Form no. 32A-2,;,6 No rthamp ton 16 Pomeroy Terrace Bungalow Exterior wall fabric Residence 1915 -1929 Reggistry of Deeds, nurce 860.116, 710.360 itect unknown wood Outbuildings (describe) garage single story with low roof; dormer; porch beneath sweep of roof; Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street 25 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Northampton Historical Commi s sion Date Octobley Ai-q( 51976 MASS. HIST. COMM, 7. Uri: ;ina1 r,wi O u se Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) �co?l or .T :ir:Ies LaSalle resi rya Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military Humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This early twentieth century bungalow is similar in style to one at 127 Bridge Street. The bung was a late arrival on Pomeroy .Terrace and is surrounded by later nineteenth century Queen Anne style- residences. These earlier, basically vertical structures accentuate the horizontal massing of the bungalow© A low hipped roof unifies chimney, porch, and the body of the structure. Pillars support the porch roof; the roof is broken by low dormers in the north, south, and west facades. The chimney in the northerly facade is a prominent element in the design and is executed in fieldstone. The bungalow style often incorporated a number of materials including, shingles and stonework into a structure small in size and informal in feeling. This bungalow was constructed between 1915 and 1930© A Thomas Ryan purchased portions of the two adjoining lots in 1915 and sold the new lot to George Briscoll. BriscollP s executor sold for $3500 the parcel of land —with or without bunga1ow in 1929. The price may reflect an undeveloped lot or it may merely reflect the sale of a portion of an estate. If not erected prior to the 1929 sale, the bungalow was undoubtedly constructed soon after. The same set of house plans may well have served for this residence and for that at 127 Bridge Street. Marcus 1,lhiffen notes in American Architecture Since 1780 that plans might be obtained for as little as five dollars. c'4 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Marcus Whitten, American Architecture, A Guide to the Styles, pm 217 ®221. 4 /7Q FORM B BUILDING JIISSION Boston (over) 1. Town Address Northampton Name C. Dakin House Present use In Area no. Form no. 32 10 Pomeroy Terrace Present owner Gladys Jandinski 3. Description: Date Source Style Architect Organization Date 1884 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features residence Reg. of Deeds Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 clapboard 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication M'.litary Community development PDlitical Chester Ha Dakin residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation. �15 In 1884 the Samuel estate was subdivided into building lots. These were all on the eastern side of Pomeroy Terrace, and ex- tended from Bridge St. to M.M. French's house opposite Phillips Place. e During that same year Edward Brooks, a local grocer, purchased lot 2 from the estate for $1200. Three months later he sold the lot to Chester Dakin for $1500. Mr. Dakin was the station agent for the New Haven and Northampton Railroad. The house features fish -scale shingles in the gables and vertical flush boarding used as string courses. The porch has scare posts with molings for capital and a low balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1885-86. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 400 -P. 371, 389-251, 387 ®335. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton e_ Altered Date ;ent use In Area no. ess 6 -8 Pomeroy Terrace residence sent owner Guy Cerruti 3ription: 1886 -95 source Reg. of Deeds and Atlas e hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Moved Form no. 32A -238 5. Lot size One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Al 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization April 1980 NHC t, 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Henry P. Stmplin Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social Communication Military humanitarian Community development ,r Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 401 -P. 72. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) i In 1886 Henry Staplin, a Mian St. milliner, purchased parts of lot 1 and 2 on the eastern side of Pomeroy Terrace. These lots resulted from the subdivision of the Samuel Wright estate in 1884. Mr. Staplin never seems to have lived in this house and probably had it.constructed for rental property. It is one of the most decorative double houses in Northampton, and is the only such, house on Pomeroy Terrace. The house features a two- story, three -sided bay at either end of the facade. The northern one is capped by a large gable with recessed porch, while the southern one is capped by a polygonal roof. A two -story porch separates the two bays and graces the entrance. It's compo30d of turned costs with cut-out brackets and a cut -out balustrade. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary. State House. Roston 5M- 2- 75- R061465 MASS. HIST. COMM. balustrade ced removed RECEIVpa 1 nt owner iption: Moved no 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by C. Dubie In Area no. Form no. 3ZA O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant HC Photo no. Northamp ton ss 2 Pomeroy Terrace Draper House nt use For sale, was funeral. 2_, 1r for sale 1895 Daily Hampshire Gazette .ce 8/21/1895 Queen Anne 18 th century French Chateau ect Curtis G. Page or wall fabric woo d ildings (describe) garage features numerous gables; tower :o rner; porte-cochere;_ Date Date Over one acre x 150 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date June 1, 1975 �r� 7. Original owner (if known) John Draper Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates FunPra1 Parlors c. 1950 4975 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural x Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This magnificent Queen Anne residence was built in 1895 for John Lo Draper, owner of the Mansion House (later Draper Hotel), the major hotel in Northampton. Well sited at a bend in route 9(Bridge Street), the large dwelling presents a many gabled facade to the north and Este A massive three story tower is appended to the southwest corner of the main mass of the house. To the rear of the tower rises a splendid decorative chimney of Longmeadow stone and red brick. The entire surface of the structure, its tower, and gables is covered with thin clapboards. The decorative elements are, like the clapboarding, small in scale and flow across wall surfaces, unifying various sections of the facade. Chains of garland and swag appear in a decorative frieze on the main roof, the roof of the tower and the roof of the veranda. This light embellishment is carried on the window cornices as well. Attenuated pilasters define the corners of the facade. At the time of this writing (1975), the interiors on the main floor of the house are very well preserved. The main rooms have fine fireplaces and exquisitely carved mantels, cabinets, and other woodwork. Parquet floors in various patterns have been well maintained. Sycamore and oak are the principal woods used in the lower stories© The third story contains a large hall, originally a billiard room, and numerous small rooms with windows whose panes are diamond shaped. As indicated by the facade, the interior floor plan 0 10. Bibliogr a orr n or `re ferences (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Dail Hampshire Gazette August mp gust 21, 1895, August 5, 1895. Curtis Page, architect of the Draper residence, was also responsible for the design of the Hampton (Plaza) Hotel (1896) still standing at 79 -83 Pleasant Street. These are the only Page works in Northampton known of at the time of this writing. Page arrived in Northampton in 1893 and maintained an office n the city until 1899, although Page himself moved to Springfield by that year. J Draper House, 2 Pomeroy Terrace Cf 1�7 The residence was designed under what were, for Northampton, unusual circumstances. J. L. Draper held a competition; each of the three local architects submitted a plan and from these Draper made his selection. Such competitions were rare occurrences in Northampton, The final design for public buildings like schools and churches were often selected from a number of submissions: in 1876, eleven designs for the new First Church were presented, in 1894, eight plans were offerred for the new Higta School building. In 1895, Draper received plans from H. R. Hayden, Putnam Bayley, and Curtis Page. The designs undoubtedly differred greatly: Hayden, successor to W. F. Pratt Son, had a primarily residential and well rooted traditional clientel; Putnam Bayley designed commercial, residential, and industrial buildings and had since 1893 captured the lion's share of the architectural work in Northampton and often secured commissions in surrounding towns. Page was a bit more mysterious. Although listed in town directories as residing in Northampton, Page's name seldom appears in the Gazettes of the nineties. The Gazette also credits him with few designs at a period when residential building was considerable. That which Page did design was monumental and rich. By 1899, Page was residing in Springfield and had probably transferred his business interests there where development of the suburbs made architecture more interesting and lucrative. As Page Hayes, Page maintained an office in Northampton. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other'buildings. Indicate north. HC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75— R061465 maohinik In/ VAAIALa tai Q O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant .1� 4 19 75 MAss. H$S' own Northampton ame escription: Outbuildings (describe) .1 In Area no. Form no. 32 q- 290 ddress 109 Bridge Street esent use Residence-Tailor Shop resent owner Martin Paddock c.1875 Source see reverse side tyle italianawee Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric 'Claphoarri nPw g Other features low hipped roof; tower with four round windows; bays west and south; single elaborate chimney Altered additions to Date rear Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Ernny Clausing, C. Dubie Organization Northampton Historical sion ate May 15, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Seth Hiint Re Si deuce Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence tail r shop 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Although a residence of similar style was designed by Wm® F. Pratt and built for Wm. Lawrence on Pomeroy Terrace in 1856, the Italianate residence at 109 Bridge Street was not erected until after 18730 (The house does not appear on the 1873 Atlas). Seth Hunt, original owner of the gothic residence to the north, sold the villa style house and 1/4 acre of land to Mary Ann Cochran iri 1878 (Registry of Deeds, 339.372). The massing of the Bridge Street I talianate residence is identical to that of the Pomeroy Terrace residence. The treatment of the facade in the 1875 house is much cleaner and More organized than in the 1856-house. Elimination of the brackets at the cornice line of roof and bays and use of smaller, flatter cornices over the windows result in a more taut and unified facade. The use of th; single round window in the tower -story is more effective than the paired round- headed windows in the 1856 house; the extension of the roofline and cornice through the tower section more effectively joins the' tower to the body of the house, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds Hampshire County: 967 967.280, 494,255, 333 ®405, 3390372, 336.366, 321e441, 180,334, 18002930 1873 Beer's Atlas; 1884 Walker's Atlas FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw, sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. $S\��� STET yle Victorian Gothic Architect cupola; corner entrance Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: 115 Bridge Street Seth Hunt House :sent use Residence DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 1 T,,.irn ress In Area no. Form no. Northampton esent owner John H. Woodruff scription: e Outbuildings (describe) Other features 21_ stories; elaborate chimneys; patterned roof tiles and One acre or less Over one acre x Approximate frontage 150 feet Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet 6. Recorded by Emmy Clausing, C. Dubie Organization Northampton Hi qt i1 CL; mmi steinn May 15; 1875 JUt ove )Ig75 1441-S.' HIST_, COM 7. Original owner (if known) Seth Hunt Original use Subsequent uses (if' any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian x Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 334 180 293 Registry of Deeds Hampshire County, 180.334, 321.441, 33666, 339.372, 4/2.349, 488.153, 491.325, 600.53, 777.513, 777.105. a '9 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This well developed Victorian Gothic residence was built in 1859 for Seth Hunt, president of the Connecticut River Railroad. Local architect William F. Pratt designed the house, and introduced into the design a corner doorway which he later used in a house off of South Street. (This second house, a bracketed style, survives. The Seth Hunt house is massive, asymetrical, and irregular in its massing. Gables, three fine chimneys, and the tiled cupola produce a strong vertical emphasis. A number of roundheaded windows have been covered with rectangular screens and stormwindows, but the character of the house is not greatly diminished by this alteration. Stth Hunt purchased the three acre tract og,. land "with buildings thereon" from J. Stebbins Lathrop in 1858, for $2,900© (Registry of Deeds, 180,334.) In 1859 his new house was built, and in 1865, was attributed to Wm. F. Pratt in the Daily Hampshire Gazette. The house, with its distinctive corner entranceway, is indicated on.the 1873 Atlas. In 1875, Hunt took out a mortgage on the three acre tract, and later repurchased a acre section prior to his sale of the section and house u on it to Mary Ann Cochran in 1878. (Registry of Deeds, 339.372.) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant HC Photo no. 4. Map. craw SI<Jj a vl '�,u��, in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 5M-- 2- 75— R061465 A976 (over) In Area no. Form no. 32 2y2 Northamp ton :ss 127 Bridge Street ant use Residence ent owner Leonard Budgar ription: Marcus mhitfen: American Rurce Architecture, A Guide to the Styles Bungalow iitect unknown Exterior wall fabric wood Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features single story with low roof broken by low dormer; porch pil ars Altered n Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 80 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date July 10, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) unknown Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion x Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian ?olitical Transportation 9. Historical significance (include expl nation of themes checked above) this early twentieth century bungalow style residence was built on a parcel of lard located between the nineteenth century Parson's and Seth Hunt Residences. Exact dating of the dwelling is not possible as none of the deed transfers mention structures on the proper :y nor the selling price of the parcel. The identifying marks of the bungalow style are small size, low roof with gentle slope, and a generally horizontal mass. The simple and compact quality of the dwelling is its essential feature: Whitten notes, the roof space may be made usable by a solitary dory r or by windows in the gables, but anything approaching a full secon story disqualifies the building for the title of bungalow." At the time of construction of this bungalow, the garage had replaced the barn as the important outbuilding and a garage of similar style is locatedto the rear of the residence. Red tiled roofs descend over the shingled mass of__ the __bungalow. The inclusion of the porch in the mass of the structure is indicative of the casual, relaxed attitude which the twenties and the bungalow style affected. In this design, a hipped roof is broken by Low dormer in three of its slopes. A tall chimney in the north facade breaks the symmmetry of the design and serves to emphasize the horizontal massing of the bungalow. Beneath the porch supported by four pillars large windows admit light to the interior of the residence. Windows in the other facades are irregularly placed and vary in size. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Marcus Whitten, American Architecture A Guide to the Styles, p. 217-221.° FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston rrt .MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 0210cr sfILE:ET 4. Map. Draw, sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. `Indicate north. ol►1cY 1(11346Y(?.Lk PoMC'1t oy fLlt Lqt DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 131 61006 -E j pd 1975 MASS, HEST COMM, own Northampton ddress 131 Bridge Street ame ?resent use Residence Present owner Josiah W. Parsons Description: Date 1835 Source Present owner Style 18th century style Architect Exterior wall fabric Parsons House unknown clapboards Barns not now owned Outbuildings (describe) by Parsons; gloved to present location. Other features rids'. roof, central chi mney; Bahl a enci street-; later 19th c(Pn hay Altered bay and uri ng Moved no In Area no. Form no. 32A -Z-1 right front later 19th Date eent.ury Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet 150 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Emmy C. Clausing Organization Northampton Historical CEI1 Commission L' DDate October 1, 1974 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Josiah Parsons (d0 1899) Residence Residence Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The original owner was an early relative of the present owner. The house has remained in the Parsons family for virtually its whole existence. Assessor° s books trace the property back to 1867 when Isaac Clark sold the land to Josiah Parsons.. The present owner claims that that Josiah Parsons built the house in 18350 The Parsons name is an old one, and the development of Bridge Street is already tied to the Parsons name (Cornet Joseph Parsons). The house is very plain and lacking specific references to 18th or nineteenth century styles of architecture. A later wing, bay, and portico added on the southeast facade are evidences of expansion of the functional farmhouse in the later nineteenth century. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire `'ounty, 1009 ©32, 8330250, 648027, 647,214 314.135. 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston lent use ,ource hitect Atlas and Directory asphalt siding in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) .ess ge nt owner Donald and Anne Ouimette ztription: Other features Altered sided 6. Recorded by Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Organization Date In Area no. Lonergan NHC May 1980 Form no. 32A -245 Glz Date mid 20th c. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built on ,pert of the Parsons' homestead on the south side of Bridge St. (no. 131)). Most likely constructed early in the 20th century the house has features similar to several other houses built during the'same period in the neighborhood. These include the some- what exotically domed corner tower, and the triangular dormer. Chester White, the builder of 222 Bridge St., which also has these features, is probably the builder of all these houses. The house also has a one -story front porch with Tuscan columns, balustrade and scroll bracketed cornice that extends across the facade and curves around to cover all of the southe side. 1.. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1915 and 1918- rce Daily Hampshire Gazette (4/8/27) Zo lonial Revival )'t1M B BUILDING kSSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION fice of the Secretary, State House, Boston Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north.. kit, DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant :iit'C Photo no.;, (over) T NORTHAMPTON 36 King Street Exterior wall fabric Brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 150' Approximate distance of building from street 10' 6. Recorded by charley T Le*mna Organization LVVRPC Date March 1, 1979 In Area no. Form no. Museum house exhibitions Date Date x Over one acre 7. iginal owner (if known) Hotel Northampton Corporation Original use Hotel Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce x Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Construction of the Hotel Northampton was completed in 1927, the culmination of a five year subscription drive by the local Chamber of Commerce to sponsor a prominent local hostelry. By 1925, private citizens and businesses had pledged $312,700 toward the construction effort. The Chamber believed the new hotel was necessary as a symbol of civic importance, as well as a boon to local. business interests. Subscribers purchased stock in the Hotel Northampton Corporation, which was expected to pay annual dividends. The Corporation was successful in doing so through the years of the Depression, a feat of some magnitude. L. Stevens Co. of New York City was the architect and general contractor of the buildin Subcontractors were as follows: E.H. Friedrich Co., Holyoke Metal doors, roofing, cornices F.S. Payne Co., Cambridge Two Elevators P.&F. Corbin Co., New Britain Hardware (through Foster Farrar Co.) Coburn Trolley Track Manf. Co., N.Y.C. Elevator fronts R.E. Davies, Northampton -.Plumbing system Holyoke Supply, Holyoke Heating System M.C. Bailey, Northampton Window frames The formal opening occurred on April 11, 1927. Total cost of construction and furnishinc was $375,000. The interior was decorated following a colonial theme. Colonial style fur nishings were purchased locally from J.H. Quinn Furniture Co. The lobby and Assembly Hal were decorated by A.J. Lallontagne, a local specialist on these matters. The landscape wallpaper in the lobby was made by Zuber of Alsace, France and purchased at a cost of $75.00 /roll wholesale. See Attachment 1 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, early maps, etc.) assessor's records, Daily Hampshire Gazette, 9/23/22, 1/11/23, 1/13/23, 2/7/23, 2/8/23, 9/26/23, 12/1/23, 12/6/23, 12/7/23, 12/15/23, 11/20/24, 11/24/24, 11/28/24, 1/15/25, 1/28/25, 9/19/25, 9/16/26, 10/23/26, 4/8/27, 4/11/27, 9/12/27. The Northampton. Book; C apters from 300 years in the life of a New England town, 1654 1954, Northampton: Tercentenary Committee, 1954. Q 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sKetcn of auLIu lg Iue .iiuu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. V1J c CP (over) Date LNorthampton In Area no. Form no. 32A- 29q ess 36 Market St. ;ent owner Robert and Jacklyn sriptio n: 1884 -95 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization residence NHC April 1980 Atlases brick Kuzmeski �2� 7. Original owner (if known) Charles N. Clark Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small, brick tenement block was built late in the Z9th century. The Z884 atlas shows a wood frame structure on the site, while the 1895 atlas shows a brick block. Both atlases have Charles Clark, a Main St. lawyer as the owner of the property. The block is located on a sloping site, and is two stories high in front and three stories in the rear. The block contins six flats, and has a brick cornice, dentiZ row and frieze. The two over two sash windows have slightly projecting arch6 lintels of brick butt ends and Zugsills, also of brick butt ends. The five -bay facade has a central entrance which is covered by a one -story wooden porch with shed roof and an enrtance on either side. a 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z873, 1884 and Z895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: Z880, Z893. NORTPMFTON Architectural reason for inventorying: oldest house in the town age- style )UNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material concrete WALL COVER: Wood e1 p,rion r 5. Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings 4, DESCRIPTION 1Center End Interior Irregular ame Cornet Joseph Parsons House Ise original present Home now sn's Ieadqu.arters of the Northampton Historical al ?resent owner Society Museum iry. 10 Historical Society ers Dpen to public Yes ton es. Date!- 1658 Style 17th c. Colonial rnt. wing 1800 Jource of date local tradition Architect uni.� ovrr, OR part of Area 3 CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIlMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed (Library) PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 PORTICO yes- plain columns Ra 19th c. addition FACADE: Gable end: Front /side Ornament Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side Details: Windows: Spacing: Regular /Irregular IdenticaljVaried Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards 6. Footage of structure from Property has 60 feet Recorder Miriam E. Peters L. E. Wikander For Northampton Historical Photo Date SEE REVERSE SID- Cluster Elaborate street 15 frontage on street Oliver Society 1970 Larkin fi:CC t(X 1 4 id RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE L Outbuildings ?0 Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominant features o s elm, n e 1; s Landscape architect 30 Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom, Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Use: Residential Commercial Religious GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE or SITE theme circled on front of form) "To vie i'ortharm Dton architecture is to view the Northampton :arsons House. The house reflects the architecture of three C:c7eloplent0 The social, economic and political changes of three centuries of national r rotrth are manifested in 'ae house' s history- from the early witchcraft trial of ary Parsons in 1674 to the saga of the Bliss family during the Victorian age of development. Thus, the Cornet Joseph Parsons House is truly "A ho', se for the town". This is the oldest house in Northampton. It contains portraits, furniture and weapons, gunsmithirg and blacksrnithing tools of General Seth Pomeroy, first General r.cned by George Washington. The first chili in the settlement was born in this house. It was in t he Parsons family for L. generations, In 1807 aimed by the Wright family© In 300 years it was owned by only 2 families. Miss Anna Bliss grilled it to the Historical Society in 19410 Original kitchen (17th century) and stairway. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Trumbull, James History* of Northampton 2 v. 1898 Northampton Tercentenary Committee The Northampton Book k9511 Bliss, Anna C. The Oldest House in Northampton: The Hone of Cornet Joseph Parsons N0H0S0 blication Putnam, Karl The Northampton Book Part III Chapter 17- p< 1L2 Daily Hampshire Gazette October 19, 1953 RESTRICTIONS Original Owner. Cornet Joseph Parsons Deed Information: Book Number Page Res stry of Deeds Title acquired under the will of Anna Catherine Bliss, 11 ampsnire County Case 2j971, File 13, February 18, 19110 Form B. 10M -6 -71 -049688 Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated 0 10 477 .110 (Refer and elaborate on Historical Society's centuries of American 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Alap. Uraw 6ncw1i vl vtALAA�aub in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) BSS .Northampton ent use ent owner Joseph Caruso, et al— :ription: 1 890 -95 utect In Area no. 2 -6 Graves Ave. residence 3urce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Approximate frontage 80 10' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization INHC Date April 1980 Date Date Form no. 32A 267 Trustees Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Avon and Henry Mathews Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts sett lenient invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 431 -P. 409, 399 -12. Northaupton Directory: 1893 -99. L.pt: Graves Ave. was laid out in 1884 through the Graves homestead on Market St. The street was quickly developed residentially, and by 1895 fourteen of the present fifteen structures had been constructed. There were a variety of residential _types including single family, double and rows. This' large block seems to have been built to contain nine flats. In 1890 Avon and Harpy Matthews bought lot no. 1 of the sub- division plan from Silas Cooley. Mr. Cooley had purchasedlot 1, 3, and 5 in 1886 and had a eight unit brick row built on lots 3 and 5. In his deed to the Matthews Bros. there was a restriction on placing any new building with 15' of his block. The Matthews were prominent builders, masons and carpenters, and maximized thier investment by erecting this large block. The building is three stories in. height and features decorative masonry techniques of the late 19th century, including terra cotta belt courses and corbelled cornices. The facade has three 3- story bay windows and two entrances, one single and one double. The entrances are covered by small shed roofed porches with decorative brackets. r 4 0 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION re. e.+■.n1 -arir QfatP TTn1ise_..Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 MAIN 5 1nt r MHC Photo no. EI V JON 'D 4 195 (over) Northampton s Architect DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPAC Sr 6. Recorded by USGS Quadrant c�MM Organization Commission Date 140 Main Street Kingsley Building nt use Restaurant- ground floor, tments, upper floors. :nt owner Brinkley Thorne 7iption: 1844 urce Registry of Deeds, 102.493 early nineteenth c. commercial unknown Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none 5. Lot size: One acre or less i t In Area no. K Form no. 3 2C- x Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street 10 feet C. Dubi e Northampton Historical May 15, 1975 Other features 2nd and 3rd story -flat lintels over windows; 3rd story (later addition) mansard with large drm A ltere e d story Date added c. 1890 Moved Date 7. Original owner (if known) Ebenezer Hunt _Original use store Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1764.147, 1617.125, 1488.414, 416.137, 1020493, Hampshire County Registry of Deeds. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Known locally as the Kingsley Building, portions of this structure were built as early as 1830. The "Br±ck store three stories high in Shop -ow°' is, specifically me.n ^r od in the deed from Sarah Hunt to Winthrop HiLlyer in 1844. Old photographs show a three story brick building with sloping roof and end chimneys; the top floor with mansard and dormer was added around the turn of the century. For many years the home of Kingsley' s drugstore, the building is currently being renovated and reopened as apart:nents and a restaurant. 9 ).7 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston LA F7 `i 1V1ap. 1J1'a.W'' S1Seww11 01 UU11u1[1g 100;1110n in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 5M-2--75—R061465 j r7RE_7 O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPA~` USGS Quadrant C HC Photo no `J 797 :y /ST 1�er) C' M tii 2' C rr 4 Northampton 108 Main Street :ss 110 112 Main Street HERS Isaac Damon Granite Stores women's clothing store 105- Alexander August nt owner 110-10 Edward J. Gare iption: 1826 -28 I n Area no. Form no. 32C-11+1Z irce see Bibliography after the style of Alexander Parris who designed each side of uil Hall Market in Boston, 1823 Arciutect Isaac Damon Exterior wall fabric Granite Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 3 stories, tall, four bays wide. Intermediate granite posts replaced by non bearing members Altered front of one Date c.1970 remodeled Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 15 feet each Approximate distance of building from street 10 feet 6. Recorded by C. Keith Wilbur Organization Northampton Historical ommi ssion Date April 15, 1975 Original use Stores 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 7. Original owner (if known) I saac Damon Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Stores Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The x settlement invention Commerce x Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The present Gare Jewelry Store is located in Isaac Damon° s "Granite Stores" (1826 -28). It was first the site of the shop of Samuel Stiles, goldsmith, in 1785. Since that time, jewelers have continuously sold their wares here, including General Benjamin Cook, from 1827 -19000 The quarry granite for the stores carne from Dedham, and is the same granite as that used in the Dedham Courthouse construction, Both stores are crowned with an elaborate paneled and bracketed cornice masking the flat roof© (This differred from the simple two. slope arrangement common in Boston The Northampton cornices gave a greater dignity to the buildings. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Merrill, David Oliver, "Isaac Damon and the Architecture of the Federal. Period in New England A Dissertation presented to the faculty of the Graduate School of Yale Univesi tym Granite Stores, Northampton (1826 -28), p, 207 -209, fig. 139. Available at Northampton Historical Society. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw'sheicu Ul uuiiuius in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 1 Y1 V 9/4.1 V it tk I y 5M- 2- 75- R061465 I DO NOT WRITE IN THIS` USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. In Area no. Form no. 32C af7 +b i �T� �1 :S`?�:i f.Ta !a r. Outbuildings (describe) ription: 1848 (1a 1895 (2) Registry of Deeds 126.141 (1) )urce Gazette March. 5, 1921 (2) Victorian Commercial (1) "Richardsonian" (2) iitect unknown 1 &2 red brick (1) Exterior wall fabric gold brick (2) none Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: each One acre or less x Over one acre fine cornice (1); 5 stories, `marble on ground LZ) floor, "romanesque "arches in fifth. Approximate frontage 25 (1) 50' (2) Approximate distance of building from street 5` feet 6. Recorded by v C. Dubi e Organization Northampton 'Historical Co Commission iy Date June 2, 1975 (over) Original owner (if known) }larvey b :1 ri:1ard 1 J Lambi e (2 Original use Commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration The Arts settlement Commerce industry Communication Military Community development x Political Recreation Religion Science invention Social humanitarian Transportation 9, Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Victorian brick block on the corner of Main and Pleasant Streets is the only remaining block of several built on Shop Row, Main Street, by merchant Harvey Kirkland. This block was originally occupied by the Holyoke Bank and was built in 18480 In December of 1848, Kirkland conveyed a lot of land, °being principally covered by the Holyoke Bank, a new Brick building lately erected by the grantee and being designated as lot #19 in a plan, 1130416, °to Jo H. Butler. Other property of Harvey Kirkland abutted the Holyoke Bank building on the southwest. At least one of these blocks was a wooden building, which burned down at the close of the nineteenth century. J. Lambie, who had bought this property from the old Kirkland estate, erected the present 5 story block© The block until recently housed the Nonotuck Bank. The 1895 block is executed in brick of several warm tones. The facade is composed of three major sections: a ground story of polished black marble, a three, story central section in which windows are grouped in 3°5 and 5°s, and a final story, sleparated from the bower stories by a dark stringcourse, in which a continuous Romanesque window arch dominates. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, March 5, 19210 (2) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 113.446, 1240397 &398 1260141, 1410516, 1630685, 3970281, Re� `vrvr ox,S,O cl(3 0 1.—A7eao Bloc ►ly ikct.o-v, lre C E v`S 1a.4 (Q 1V15" Cam- �'`�t Ie �m NA o u aw.� S' p Gov 4 1. e 4 r 1 1 6r.k W.t .&.0va FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Cuji T -OJ DO NOT WRITE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. N THIS SPACE 0 v orto nat1 rki kouTE cl (over) :ss Architect Northampton Kirkland Blocks :nt use Commercial- stores tments 7- 11- Ferdynand Kochapski :nt owner 13 -23- C. Stokowski •iption: 1 -1850; 2 -1850, 1865; 3 -1850. Hampshire Gazette; visual urce evidence Exterior wall fabric bri ck Outbuildings (describe) Moved In Area no. Form no. 3 C 2 1 7 -27 Pleasant Street Greek Revival; Romanesque 1 2 -W. F. Pratt; 3 10 feet none Other features 2 3 stories; stone lintels; decorative cornices; middle block Romanesque style Altered n Date no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 60 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Northampton Historical Date MaM VED E MAY 5 1976 6130 o'. ner, 25 27- Ed;aard C-oL 7. Origio.rtl owner (if known) Original use r'Ornr7Prr s s1 -s9 carps Subsequent uses (if any) and dates commercial 1 -14 F. Arnol rid 2 -i ;Pr -r'v��i� }�alnd° 3- Tillotson, 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Iiumanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This 'group of commercial blocks is located on Pleasant Street between the Holyoke Bank Block, 1848(corner of Main Pleasant), and the Cook Block, 1900(Corner of Pleasant and Armory). The blocks as a group are important elements in the street all on Pleasant Street, Individually, the Kirkland Block is finely detailed, ;;n th Romanesque window surrounds in the third story and bri ck,:ork cornice. It is probable that each block was originally tv.-o stories in height, Varying tones of brick and lintel are evident in the first and third blocks and the lower stories of the Kirkland block are simpler than the decorative upper stories. The portion dating from the 1860' s is probably the work of William Pratt. A rash of building activity in 1850 produced at least 6 blocks of brick construction. Two were built on upper Vain Street near the then new Town Hall; four rose near the intersection of ain and Pleasant Streets, probably in anticipation of business opportunities to be offered by the railroad(1845). These first substantial commercial buildings. Arnold, Kirkland, and Tillotson were typical merchants of modest means who resided in neighborhoods like Phillips Place and Center Street adjacent to the dog. r.toi,n° For many years the first block of the group has had no ground floor and has served as a passageway from Pleasant Street to the area behind i lain Street. It is possible that this block is structurally unsound and will be removed in the near future. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early, etc, Hampshire Gazette, 4/.30/1850, 7/23/1850, 9/2.4/18500 3/73 "Nar FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION nffiora of tha Cian C+.31.c. Ur., 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. In icate north. MAIM 2q 5M-2-75-R061465 ARPICAV DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. AUG 4 197 (over) 5. Lot size: In Area no. Form no. 32C-2Z Northampton ss 29 Pleasant Street Cook Block it use Commercial it owner May S. Lee ption: q3 1 c. 1890 (1889-1895) Registry of Deeds, 424,45 rce Atlas of Northampton, 1895 Queen Anne/lateVictorian Commercial Architect C. H. Jones Brick; wood shingles Exterior wall fabric on corner tower Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 3 story corner tower; 2 story bay in south facade; low arch, 2nd story; economical polychribmel Altered no Moved no One acre or less Date Date Over one acre k C Approximate frontage 25 feet L.-Approximate distance of building from street 5 fppt MAss His r COMM 6 Recorded by C. Dubi Organization Northampton Historical, Commission Date June 2, 1975_ 7. Original owner (if known) Cook, E. E. Cook, Jr Original use Commercial Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Commercial 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This block was erected on Pleasant Street shortly follow the opening of Armory Street in 1889. 3. E Cook and his son were the first owners of the block. Three stories in height, the block takes advantage of its corner location, by introducing a three story shin =Led tower and two story bay in the southerly facade. A rather hash polychrome effect unites the window areas and divides the facades into horizontal sections. Co H. Jones of Northampton designed the block which originally contained stores, apartments, and offices. Jones, born on Nantucket and a painter by trade, bean to practice architecture in Northampton in 1871° The bulk of his work was residential and in the Queen Anne style, but several hotels, Cooley Dickinson Hospital, and the Lilly Library in Florence were also his works 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Atlas of Northampton, 1895. Reg? stay of Deeds, Hampshire County, 424.45. Daily Hannshire Gazette, January 15, 1889; May 14,1839 January 28, 1890® FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ription: 1896 e.ruary Daily Hampshire Gazette urce 1eRichardsonian'a none heavy, trimming of 20M -5- 73-075074 iu reiaLluu Lo nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. PLCIlfill NT 5TH DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant REC MHC Photo no. Y Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street flush with sidewalk 1/ s. E. IVED 2 1975 MASS. HIS+ V V&v1M. Moved no 5. Lot size: z Northampton One acre or less •ess 79 -83 Pleasant Street Hampton Hotel /Old Plaza theatre ent use Gazette Printing office, apartments addition to front Altered Date Recorded by C. Dubie In Area no. Form no. 32C -1 37 Date April 1, 1975 large copper coverei Date x Over one acre Org anizationNo rthamp ton Historical Uommi ssion Rev owner (if known) S iii et n than Cp t1 L °•a a n c� Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Theatre, 1912 Themes (check as many as applicable) aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Coinmunity development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The '.a: -?ton Hotel. cl. built in 1396 in proximity to the 'ort'.;a :apton rialroad station. The building ;as' described in the Local paper as "the finest building in GTestern asso 0 o the handsomest and one of the most massive and imposing of any in the city," It Baas executed by that popular and successful architect'' Curtis Go Page. The building features red brick with rough bro- ,...nstone trim, a metal cornice T.•Tith dentils, and metal bay i dcwso The frieze is composed of checkerboard trim in stone, !window openings are paired variously grouped, Brownstone lintels span the c:indo:a openings .n the first and second stories; arches four bricks thick and flush with. the facade enclose the. thrid story T. ri ndowsm Quoining is itscd at the ground level corners, and rock faced stone rein`orce4 the c•.wi ncow openings at street level. A small addition at the rear occured in 1912 when the hotel became the Plaza Theatre, opened "to furnish entertainment of a oo d grade at popular prices." 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Lily Hampshire Gazette, February 3, 1896 (sketch) .:arch 5, 1912 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HTSTnPTnA T. PnA4T4TQQTr\MT 111111111,!...111111 1 N ®Il, ;ililfliiil11111i i IIIIN Illllill to llliiiiItiI i�iIIIllIll lNNlWiaN ll'.: I 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5- 73-075074 41 (AF-KING LGT I-1 O NOT WRITE IN THIS S USGS Quadrant HC Photo no. Wt. 3 \Y 2 1975 MASS. HIS(Tir£MM. 5. Lot size: Northampton In Area no. Form no. 32( -S ss 41 Strong Avenue Porter Hotel ant use Bay State Hotel trce Inscribed on Building Architect unknown Altered lower story paiDgid white Moved no Date One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street 5 feet Recorded by Carol Iubie L"I Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date April 15, 1975 :nt owner Armand &Paulette LaBrie •iption: 1392 Late Victorian "Richardsonian" Exterior wall fabric red brick with rock- faced granite trim Outbuildings (describe) none Other features wooden galleries, metal cornice ,'magnificent iron brackets. 7. Original owner (if known) Joseph Herbert S Fortie? Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Hotel 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Hotel, which faces the Nortnaptc.z rc= d Station (1895.97), is Located in the area which was once heavily travelled by patrons' of the railroad. Another hotel stands at the corner of Strong :venue and Main Street. the building, four stories in height and cubic, is an example of the application of aicharlAian detail to a non ®Richardsonian bui ldin? form. The street level features the wide Low arches associated with He H. R.' s style; the upper floors are defined by rough granite strinvccurses which provide a contrast to the brick .:all fabi_rco A bracketed metal cornice Lops the whole. Hotel 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, d•_ ds, ss =stir's records, early maps, etc.) FORM B BUILDING MACCACUTTC UTCWIDTCAT rnmmrssioN Date Recorded by NHC Organization E. Lonergan June 1980 IA 02108 SKETCH MA Draw map showing property's location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Town Address Present DESCRIPTION: 1897 Date (Staple additional sheets here) Setting Northampton Approx. acreage 7 Pearl St. Source S.D.R. Style Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Original owner Public Area Form no. 32C-53 Guilford's Livery Stable Historic Name livery stable Use: Original commercial Ownership: Private individual Private organization R.M. Guilford Major alterations (with dates) side addition— post 1915 Moved Date one acre or less q3L ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) I BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 9 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Pearl and Strong Sts. first appear on the 1854 map, and laid out to give access to the main railroad junction in town.`' This was the perfect site for a hotel and attendant stable house and the °'Non otuck House" appears on the 1854 map at the corner of Pearl and Pleasant Sts. The hotel went through several name changes but kept the same location. A "stable House" first appears at the junction of Pearl and Strong Sts. on the 1860 map. By 1884 there were two large frame structures serving as stables. The 1895 atlas shows two outbuildings: a brick livery buildini frame carriage shed. In 1897°' one of the best livery stables ever built in this city was put up this year on Pearl St. by R.M. Guilford. Its arrangement is novel, and the ventilation and drainage is perfect. On the first floor is the office and carriage house. The horses are stabled on the second floor and overhead is the feed. It is a brick building and cost over $12,000. The automobile age ended the need for livery stables and by 1922 this building was used for Gleason Bros. trucking. This company is still in operation today. At some time after 1915 a large two -story addition was made on the eastern side of the block. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 'Vice of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. /o1141 InvQnirorLeA #frMpr N k✓g u) 4. j c t v ;.a 1 P9'RL 57 111 p e(oanr v 54-y(121 t k 20M -5 -73- 075074 I)() NOT WRITE 'IN 'I'IIIS SPACE USGS (quadrant MIIC Photo no. REGbIVED SEP 3 0 over) MASS. .rr. COMM ss 5. Lot size: In Area no. Form no. 32C-57 No rthampton arce' Registry of Deeds Federal Architect unknown' Moved no Date 111 Pleasant Street Sylvester Graham House :nt use Artist' s studio 1st floor; with numerous alterations Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features Granite block foundation, two end chimneys, plain brick corners One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 50 feet Approximate distance of building from street 15 feet 6. Recorded by C• Keith Wilbur Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date April 15, 1975 Rccrcation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian Transportation Original owner (if known) Original use Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) possibly Thomas Sheohard Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Stores, Northampton Junior College Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication ililitary Community development Political 0. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Dr. Sylvester Graham (1794'1851)© Scientist, food faddist and lecturer, vegetarian and 'follower of the Temperance Movement, fresh air addict. Graham recommended that people eat whole wheat bread, avoid meat, and take cold showers. His invention of the Graham Cracker on him national fame in spite of the many who disputed his views. The cracker inventor bought this house in 1836 and lived there until his death in 18510 He was quite an eccentric about town, taking an early morning dip in the Hill River, followed by a stroll down Main Street in his dressing gown. Dr. Graham died in 1851 and is buried in Bridge Street Cemetdry, Northampton; a plain thick sandstone shaft marks the gravesite of this '.benefactor o f mankind." Graham purchased i°all the land forming the homestead of Eli P Ashman' George and Lewis Ashman (Registry of Deeds, 780141)0 Ashman had acquired homestead bounded Northerly by Elisha Lyman, deceased, Northeasterly by the Highway, Southeasterly by Nathaniel Fowle, Southwesterly by said Fowle....with the Brick house and other buildings standing thereon," from Josiah DieAnson on April 15, 1817, for $3300 (27064)® The "Brick house" is mentioned in the earlier' deed conveying the land from thomas Shepherd to Josiah Dickinson on January 10, 1806 (23.497). 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) The Northampton Book, p 102 ®1070 Daily Hampshire Gazette, December 17, 1973, pm 3a Hampshire County Regi -stry of Deeds, 78,141, 27064, 23,497, 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston alligaMINN11111,1111111111111 111111 No rthamp ton 30 -42 Hampton Ave, Architect unknthwn none III -Um s: 4. Map. Draw1 sketch of buiiaing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0 0 ft M r To N fF vE1" .30-f o(Zi <INb DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACA., USGS Quadrant %L MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 r I fl CEIV tritt 194 MASS. H jfer omm N i-- Outbuildings (describe) In Area no. Form no. 32( -S7 Other features 21 stories; dormers; Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 150 feet Approximate distance of building from street 5 feet Recorded by ganization Sion Date May 15, 1975 Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 7. Original owner (if known) Edward Bailey and G. L. Loomis Tenement Housing same Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This wooden frame building is one of several units of worker° s housing built near the eenter of Northampton in the later nineteenth century. E. No roote Company owned a similar block (brick) of housing on Lyman Road Three stories in height and economical in its design, this block was Located in a less than fashionable area abutting the railroad tracks and coal yard© The block of worker's housing will probably be removed at some stage of an urban redevelopment project now in the planning process. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 1738 0 274, 1522092, 682076, 899.43, 883,127, 286.203. 1884 Atlas of Northampton(Walker' S), 1895 Atlas of Northampton. 371 -7 -77 MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. lviap. 1Jt aw. on�..sa in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ss Northampton 9 Wilson Ave. Bungalow Exterior wall fabric wood shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less zc Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date June 1980 1 32c-94_ T3? Date Date Over one acre evidence Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry_ Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) l;7 This house does not appear on the 1915 atlas, but was Probably built soon thereafter. It features gable roof with exposed rafters, long shed dormer with triple window, an oriel window with shed roof and exposed rafters on the western side and a recessed front porch with uncut —stone posts and high base® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1915 Atlas. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. craw sxeten Ul uuiiui:ug ivuaLavu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 OLD i aU pi PLa1, DO NOT WRITE IN THIS USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. y✓IL� Q ZZ cotvZ 51 fLr p✓ ivw04111Y X19,5 tiis (over) Cp 5. Lot size nt owner Clarence G. Steinberger rn' tect Exterior wall fabric wood-. Moved no 6. Recorded by In Area no. Form no. unknown Outbuildings (describe) none Other features bracketed overhang; portico with columns; flat roof. addition side and Altered rear Date Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 70 feet Approximate distance of building from street 15 feet f: lkthi w Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date May 15, 1975 13a C 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education X Exploration settlement Industry Military Political Seth Hunt residence Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Seth Hunt obtained a half acre on Maple Street (nom, known as Conz St.) in 1845. Soon afterwards he had this house constructer' The picturescue detail and wide boarding are used as an attempt to soften the boxlike form. The detailing includee double brackets with drops, gingerbread trim on the. eaves of the see bay anel trefoil tracery on the double tall ane narrow 4 x 4 windows. Seth Hunt was one of the prominent men of Northampton in the mir' 19tn century, serving as president of "the Connecticut River P. ilroad Co. During this period he lived on Bridge Street. His second house on Bridge Street was built for him in 185 from designs of local architect Wm. F. Pratt. The house at 22 Conz St. reminds one of Pratt's handiwork in its detailing, but is not thought to be one of 1' S deml ns. 10. Bibilograp�hy" and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 1860 County Maps 1873, 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Book 918 page 254, 766 -47, 303-17A., 107 -321 93 -101 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Outbuildings (describe) Northampton Gazette 4. Map. Draw, sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 5' 20M-S-73-075074 El VED SEP 3U 1( r) MAF HIST. COMM. Cottage ant use Home In Area no. rcnitect unknown Exterior wall fabric Northampton, Mass. 01060 Brick Furs: no. 3? C•9 b Other features 11 stories; chimneys; stone lintels over door and windows in front facade Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 60 feet Approximate distance of building from street 10 feet 6; Recorded by Agnes Shea, Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date October, 1974 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Seth Strong residence Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small brick cottage was probably built by Seth Strong. S. Strong obtained 3/4 of an acre on the north side of the way leading from South St. into the Common Field" in 1819. This be- came his homestead and Strong lived here until 1828, when he sold this house and A of an acre to Dexter Clark. The use of the premises were reserved until the first of Novenber at which time Strong °s Round House was presumably finished. A master mason, veteran of the War of 1812 representative of his district in the Legislature and a man of influence in his day, Seth Strong also built the old First Church the first Edwards Church, the old Mansion House and other houses in Norte ampton. Dexter Clark was also a mason, working with Seth Strong on many contracts. The house remained in the Clark family for almost a cen- tury. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1095 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 59 -P. 414. Forbes Library- Photograph Collection- Conz St and Seth Strong folders. Hampshire Gazette and Northampton Courier Jan 21. 1879. rorbes Library- Seth Strong Account Book. Architectural reason for inventorying: earliest round house in New hntiard WALL COVER: Wood ROOF: 5. Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings, I .T' #32. 2. Town NORTHAMPTON Street address 32 Conz Street Name Round House (Seth Strong) Use: original present Residence' Present owner Fred B. Grinnell Open to public No Photo Date 1829 Source of date Style Greek Revival The P:'orthampton Bock Architect Seth Strong, builder Brick Stone Other SEE REVERSE SIDS ao ciq 32C- ioQ OR part of Area CONDITION Excellent Goad Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added 4. DESCRIPTION JUNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material stucco cover covered with studco Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard conical Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 Center End Interior, Irregular Cluster Elaborate STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed PORCHES 1 2 3 4 none FACADE: Gable end: Front /side Ornament Entrance: Side E rout• Cente /Side Details: Winclows: Spacing: Re, la//Irregular IdentiS.ailVaried Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards no corners PORTICO arched with plain Rsionny coli.mins side windows 6. Footage of, structure from street 20 Property has 60 feet frontage on street Recorder Miriam E. Peters For Northamptor, Historical Society Date 1970 rec_e.lve-Q 6(1� 0 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) A unique residence in Northampton the Strong House was built during the late 1820°s. It was ready fdr'occupancy by Nov. 1 1828 because Seth Stron reserved the use of the house next north until that date. Seth Strong built both of these houses. He was a prominent local mason of the mid 19th century employing many workers and described as "the leading master brick builder in this town and region He spent one year working with Captain Isaac Damon in Bangor and also worked one season in Baltimore. In this area his major work included U.S. Armory buildings in Springfield a cotton mill in Florence and the old County Courthouse in Northampton. Early in his career he served one term as representative in the state legislature. residence Seth Strong Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation ct The house is two stories, circular, more than 50 feet indiameter built of brick, and plastered on the outside. The plaster was stained a light gray color that gives the appearance of cement. T o the rear is a one story rectangular ell. The interior of thehouse is divided by a wide hall running from the front approximatley 2/3 of the way towards the rear. There it meets a brick wall.tthat divides the circle into two unequal segments. There are two moms on each side of the hall in front of this wall. Two rooms are to the rear of this wall. Each of the six rooms has fireplace on the outside circular wall with a wide chimney at the edge of the conical roof. The roof rises to a point above the center of the house. The second floor has the same arrangement as the first floor. At sometime after 1912 a small portico was added to the front of the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 45 =P. 268. Forbes Library Photograph Collection= Conz St. folder and Seth Strong folde H pshire Gazette and Northampton Courier Jan. 21 1879. FORM B BUILDING 37M 7 77 MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston f. 1Via.p. LL a.w anc Li,ii in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 32C -114 Northampton E Lonergan Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street NHC clapboard January 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Theodore Rust Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence t Aboriginal Conservation Recreation 1 Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Lh In 1826 Theodore Rust and Ansel Wright bought two acres of land "adjoining the meadow in Lickinrater" for $450. This land was at the end of Maple St® (now Conz St just before the gate leading to the meadows. The new owners each established their homestead on this parcel, and in 1828 split the land in half. Misters Wright and Rust were co-partners in a small Main St. grocery. This had been established in 1823 and contained the first soda fountain ever used in Northampton. The firm continued until 1848. They we also involved in several other businesses at this time, including a soap factory and market garden on Fruit St© They were also the first ice dealers in Northampton© The house is two®and-a ®half stories in height with pedimented gable to the street. The tympanum is clad with flush boarding. A one-story hipped roof porch with paneled posts and clapboard base covers the three- bay facade© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 own Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873 1884 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 58 ®P© 556 and 54-457. Dailz Hampshire Gazette Aug. 31 1906© Northampton Directory: FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Conz St. ent owner Joseph Bart f 1V1;1p. Li. vv in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M-7--77 N (over) Date In Area no. Northampton Form no. 32C -115 ource Reg. of Deeds and Map. Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E Lonergan Organization pedimented gable NHC Jan. 1980 ?d Original. owner__(if known) Original_use_ Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Samuel Clark residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1828 Samuel Clark bought a third of an acre from Justice Parsons for "S2O0. The house seems to appear on the 1831 town map© During the 1840's and early 1850's the house was owned by Nathan and Henry Dikeman. Afterwards the property passed to the hands of Henry So Gere, proprietor of the Hampshire Gazette© Mr. Gere lived here until the late 108's when he has a large house built on High St. (now Lyman Rd.) for himself. His Conz (^t. house passed to his son Collins H. Gere. The house is two -and -a ®half stories in height with pedimented gable to the street© The tympanum is clad with flush bomrding and had a round-headed window form. The three -bay facade has an offset entrance with pilasters, sidelight and entablature. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1854 and1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 166 =P. 488, 155 °208, 89 -449, 59 °658© Hampshire Gazette May 19, 1868. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 46C)4 b y (over) 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 32C -116 f 1Vlap. in relation to, nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ent owner Daniel Jurce Other features 1830 -31 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) pedimented gable with triangular inset Northampton Reg. of deeds and Map aitect Daniel Wallcut -mason brick Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Jan. 1980 E. Lonergan NHC 99 and Shirley Levin 7. Original owner (if known) Daniel Willcut Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 390 =P. 154, 222 ®155, 22265, 117448, 90 °125979 and 63258. 3 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This double house was built in the early 1830's by Daniel Willcut. Willcut had obtained 1/3 of an acre from Justice Parsons in 1830 for $433.330 and the house seems to appear on the 1831 map© Mr© Willcut was a prominent local mason of the mid 19th century© He had learned his trade with Seth Strong, the town's master mason and builder of the "Round House" on this street. The house is two -and®a ®half stories in height with pedimented gable to the street. The tympanum has a large, triangular form, now boar with a small modern louvered form, which originally probably served as a window. The three -bay facade is covered on the first floor by a porch with hipped roof, chamfered posts and balustrade. There is a double central ent- rance with transom overhead. Reg. of Deeds and Map 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampt Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 32C 117 NHC Jan. 1980 clapboard Other features pedimented gable Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Date E. Lonergan Original owner (if known) Naomi Pease. Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) c residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1830 Naomi Pease bought a third of an acre of land fronting on Maple St. (now Conz St.) from Justice Parsons for $200. The house seems to appear on the 1831 map, and remained in the Pease family until 1895. The house is two -and.a -half stories in height with pedimented gable to the street. The tympanum is covered with flush boarding and has a two over two sash window. A one -story porch with hipped roof, turned posts9 carved brackets and patterned balustrade extends across the three-bay facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 473 ®P. 407, 402-7, 374 °3329 365-481 and 63 -390• FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 In Area no. Form no. 32C -119 Northampton lVICL[J. ill. CL VV on.cLuit vl Uutivatls lvt,al.lvll in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ent owner E. J. Cigar C Map and Atlas rir cnitect Exterior wall fabric brick ess Other features (over) Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. L,nergan Organization NHC Date Jan 1980 Original owner (if known) Charles T. Parsons residence Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates offices (mid 20th co) 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked The Parsons family was the first to permanently settle on the west side of the Mill River along South St. Lt. John Parsons settled on the south side of the street just west of the bridge in 1696, the year of his marriage© The original homestead included most of the upland known as Fort Hill. Conz St. originally was the path to the meadows west of the Mill River, known as the Manhan Meadows. This street began to be developed early in the 19th century, with one of the first house-builders being Justice Parsons. His homestead was on the western side of the street and included the present parcel. This house was most likely built for his grandson Charles T. Parsons© The house has been quite modified during the 20th century but still retains the basic form of its mid 19th century beginnings. It is two stories in height, with flat roof,__ projecting cornice and plain frieze. The windows have two over two sashes and cut brownstone sills and lintels. 1 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 237 ®P. 55, 68 ®2940 Antiquities Historicals and Graduates of Northampton, 6. Clark, 1882, pp. 129_ 1310 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 38 Fruit Street etrse- lrce Vt RI a l 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 11 A 5M- 2- 75- R061465 Vbrr 4 OL Q 1 HC Photo no. o v T1"t 12r lEr i' J 0 3g FRUiy Sr. D D S rwTH 5ThE 0 2 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 0 zz con Z Ir zt Cora. (d 3 Z (Am z. (over) Greek Revival unknn wn asphalt shingles Exterior wall fabric (aver n1 apboards? Architect In Area no. Form no. 32C -(27 Northampton Other features 3 bays wide, 4 deep; entranePway- with pilasters unique motif in transom Altered a r1di ons_rpa Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less g Over one acre 100 feet Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 5 feet 6. Recorded by C. t ibie Organization No rthampton Historical Commission Date June 3 e L9 EC., NED MAY 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. qq(( 'P'd �riginal_. veer (if known) Thomas Shepherd and Mimes A. Pomero Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation. Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in the late 1820's and first used as a rental property. Fruit St© was described as a` "new road lately opened by Daniel Stebbins" in 1828© Thus, this is one of the first houses constructed on the street® The facade, three bays wide, features a pedimented gabre with heavy cornice and an off center entranceway, which is of particular intersto Pilasters and a full entablature frame a door and transom The transom, taller than usual, features a design motif which appears in Several other Northampton residences (210 Elm St. and 26 Union St.), raising the possibility of a single builder_or, perhaps, a craftsman who worked on all of the entranceways. Fruit St© and Conz St. were opened of of South St© in the mid 1820's© These were the first street to be developed off of flouth St., and along with Union and Cherry Sts., which were opened off of Market St represent the first major subdivisions in Northampton center© 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps© 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 294 =Po 138, 170-33, 155 -112, 87 =133, 87 ®132, 62275, 59 -603, 57 -4210 FORM B BUILDING “nccAcuttct;TTR PTSTf1RTCAL COMMISSION_ `CIA 02108 Town Address 2 Randolph Place Historic Name Randolph Plac Row Public Original owner Draw map showing property's location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Organi zation Date Recorded by E Lonergan January 1980 Date c. 1890 Present DESCRIPTION: Setting Area Form no. 32C 163 apartments Ownership: Private individual Private organization Source 1895 Atlas and Reg. of Duds Style Queen Anne Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage one acre or less q L 7 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features an evaluate in _terms of other buildings within community) The Randolph Place Row is one of the few examples of the Victorian rowhouse in Northampton. Almost all of the city's housing stock consits of one family and two-family houses. There are a few apartment buildings, but these were. built_ in the 20th century. Unlike other industrial communiities in Massachusetts that rose in the 19th century, Northampton and its villages of Bay State, Florence and Leeds didn't have long rows of worker housing. The one example of a pre -Civil War rowhouse is in Bay State on Riverside Dr. All of the other rowhouses were constructed in the last two decades of the 19th century and are located near the center of town. Of those con HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history cont and how the building relates to the development of the coamnunity) This rowhouse was built shortly after 1888 when Dwight Horton ac quired the Cook homestead on Pleasant St. Mr. Horton was a "Dealer in Fertilizers, Agricultural Chemicals, Land Plaster, Agricultural MP and Salt, Hardwood Canada Ashes. Also Real Estate Agent`. He had Randolph Place opened and had two double houses built on the street only one of which is standing) as well as this seven -unit row. Mr. Horton made the corner unit of the rowhouse (no. 2) his residence. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Registry of Deeds: Bk. 417 -P. 257. 1895 Atlas. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. 20M-2/80 INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS rS HISTORICAL OCNIMESSICN Office of the Secretary, Boston C i ty Northampton Form No: 32C-163 Property Name:Randolph P1. Rowho Indicate each item an inventory forts which is being continued below. Architectural significance sisting of at least`;ive units, two are built of brick and five are wood frame construction. The block is=`two stories in height with ridge roof. The Pleasant St. gable end is hipped _and has a two story bay window. Each of the seven units has a.two °story bay window on the facade, with the one nearest Pleasant St. having a third story and being capped by a pyramidal roof and finial. The other bays have short extensions of the roof's front slope civering them. The roof line is also briken by twn shed dormers with double windows. _There are three double entrances and one single entrance, wach covered by small porches with steeply-pitched shed roofs and turned posts. Trim on the block.consists of: a vertical board frieze under the eaves, wide board beltcourses,.shingled skirts on the bay windows between the first and second satires, and paneled bases to the bay windows. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. RmVOL DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant R MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 1ti► rTPjIC v t"1 N 11"12EIT ti MAY 21975 (over) MASS. HIST. COMM. Northamp ton ,s, off Strong Avenue Union Station, RR station it use ___ect 6. Recorded by In Area no. rt Form no. 3 I (0.. warehouse Real Estate, Inc. rce Daily dampshire Gazette Richardsonian C. Dubie v Exterior wall fabric brick with rockface masonry Outbuildings (describe) *.none fascias, red tile Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage 5 .J J f t x Approximate distance' of building from street Organization Northampton Hi s to ri cal CEIVED Commission Date April 15, 1975 5 7. Original owner (if known) Connecticut River Railroad (Northampton SpringEield) Original use Railroad Station Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Built at the close of the nineteenth century, the Northampton railroad station incorporates many features of the Richardsonian style of the later century. The buff br c. masses of the station are trimmed with red Longmeadow brownstone and hooded by red tile roofs. Steep dormers protrude from the rooflineo A low porch with similarly tiled, bracket supported roof wraps around the station. Interiors once featured Italian marble floors, oak woodwork, and a large fireplace. The first railroad to come to Northampton was the Connecticut River Road, in 1845. The Canal Road followed in 1855, and the Massachusetts Central arrived in 1887. The various railroad depots located in the Strong Avenue area were incorporated into a single station at the turn of the century. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Assessor's records, Book 1400 ..243, 752-370; Daily Hampshire Gazette, 1 10, 1895, June 21, 1895, April 15, '1897, May 25, 1897 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Other features uraw Sxeren of cunning location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant HC Photo no. 5M 2 75 R061465 PLEA 5 A N T STET' MR6veA 1975 MASS. HIST. COMM. Architect Altered 5. Lot size: ss 196 Pleasant Street Hayden Foundry and Machine Cp. ntuse Chil son' s Awning and Canvas 1873 In Area no. Form no. 3 2C V irce 1873 Beer' s Atlas, Registry Deeds information Victorian Industrial Exterior wall fabric Brick Outbuildings (describe). none magnificant chimneys Moved Date tl One acre or less Over one acre x. J Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C. Dubie OrganizatiorL' o rthamp ton iii L V L t on to May 1, 1975 Historical 7. Original owner (if known) Joel Hayden and Thomas Boland Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Manhan Potato Chip Comap ny (1941-45); Chil son s 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion 'Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation Original use Hayden Foundry and Machine Co 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The former factory building is a three story structure C now isolated by the removal of the similar brick factories which once surrounded it? The simple lines of the structure are particularly pleasing when viewed from a distance. A tall chimney dominates the skyline and divides the white brick mass into symmetrical parts. Joel Hayden (1793 ®1873) was a valley merchant and manufacturer. He was the embodiment of the successful Jacksonian capitalist: In Haydenville he began the manufacture of power looms in 1822, his diversified operations later included the production of door Locks and harness trimmings and buttons© The button business he began in 1831 with the help of borther Josiah Hayden, and the flexile shank button they developed in 1834 (reported as the first made in the country) was so successful that it eclipsed the button business of Samuel Williston in Easthampton. The Hayden enterprises, were carried on by Joel Hayden, Jr. following the death of Hayden senior in 1873® 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 13980419 -21, 1378.414, 10970348, 9870387, 9620119, 566021, 3620201, 227,414, Beer's Atlas, 1873 Obithary of Joel Hayden, Daily Hampshire Gazette, 11/18/1873 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 'jTr_CET AnMJRy P, f•-• oN 'AoE ‘(-wa :J ?e14RL �r MHC Photo no. ji 0 L o k. t ST. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant ess Short Street Freight Depot ent use Industrial ent owner Walter 2awacki ription: Architect 6. Recorded by Northampton c. 1870 )urce vi sual evidence unknown Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none Other features four bays wide, 11 deep; 2 stori es; end chimneys Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street C. Dubi e Organization Northampton Hi s to ri cal Corral s sion Date May ,Fl36 i 1 E D I II (over) V n V,� t�'Y 1 e_A rbril JUN A 1975 MASS. HIST. COMM, 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Herrick Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) T..is 21- story, 84'x brick block was built in 185L. for .bster Herrick. T,.e block is set back from Pleasant ato, with an eleven bay facade, which is divided intu thirds by two doorways, eac., with four light transoms. .L.e samc fenestration and doorways mar': the eastern face, which is oriented towards the railroad tracks© T. e end walls are four bays wiae and feature brick corbeling ana a partial return of tine gable. S.L.ate is used for the gable roof, wnile granite forts the window sills and a water table. 1 Cbster Herrick carne to northarpton in 1827 at the age of 16, to learn the wagon maker's trade. During the 1830's he travelled, first to California, them to South America, setting up rice hulling machines. IL 1840 he returned to nurtha ipton and engaged in the machine business, in which he remained until his death in 1892. A circular saw mill was set up at the millyard off King St. in 1845. Herrick patented the mill and this became the mainstay of his business. For the Civil War effort he made rifling machines which were used to manufacture rifle barrels at Bay State. An indication of the extent of Hcrricks business can be obtained frim his business notice in the 1873 Atlas: W. Herrick machinist and tanufacturer of Pa,rtable Circular Saw 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County raps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Daily Hampshire Gazette August 3, 1892. Hampshire Gazette and orthampton Courier :arch 1862. notrtha:apton Directory: 18c0 ccn dried: INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HI STORI CAL CONWSSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. 9. Historical significance. =amity: Northampton Form No: Property Name: Her rick s :':...chine Cho Mills, Siding and Box Board Mills, Saw Mandro1c, Ea Circular Saws, Silk Eachinery, Steam Strechers, Power Stringers, fill Gearing, ShaftinE7, Pulleys, Hanf-ers and Bolts. cn:;.iri_ r; promptly attenc.ec_ to, also :ecler in Etctionary and Portable Eteam T nE.7ines, Shingle tills, Lath ails, Planrin: :ails, etc. Shop near C 7. a a Depot. Staple to Inventory form at botto FORM B BUILDING a ss 256 Pleasant Street Northampton Lumber_ Co. ent owner Rober B. Harvey :ription: 1850 -1880 ,..„aitect unknown bri ck MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building iocanou in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0 440 `1 c, r 5 Trz_E E T DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. ent use Commercial /Industrial Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) 5. Lot size: none Other features 2 3 stories; stone lintels; rid!. and flat roof; end chimneys Altered yes Date various Moved no Date Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 150 feet Organization Date (over) JUN d 7976 MASS. HIST. COMM. Approximate distance of building from street 5 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e r t 1 n n Historical y WVED March 1�, nl r.,-A -re (if knov.'i2) 2''�i "fit rPSear hed use ec uses (if any) and dates factory buildings /storage roes (check as niany as applicable) 1borigi Conservation Recreation riculural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include cxp10 nation of themes checked above) These brick factory structures date from the period of industrial prominence of Northampton and surrounding towns. Several similar groupings of industrial buildings are located in the area bounded by Pearl, Pleasant, and Holyoke Streets and the B M Railroad bed. The structures are characteristically simple rectilinear fo ,,:s, several stories high but predominantly horizontal in emphasis. Chimneys are large and prominent. A series of industrial concerns located on the site in the nineteenth century, including the W. H. Clapp Iron Foundry, and the Harlow Planing :dill. lO Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early neaps, etc.) Atlases of Northampton, 1873, 1884, 1895, Forbes Library® /7'2 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSE TTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. r Indicate north. (over) 1 ^r ress 57 Holyoke Street 'sent owner Lawrence Mary Balise Exterior ;wail fabric c la pbo a r. Outbuildings (describe) Other features Tuscan entabl ture with corner pilasters, 5 x 6 winc'ows simple portico w= th s' uare piers Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Northampton E. 7.oneraan NHC January 1 980 Form no, _?08 Date Date 7. Original owner (if known); 1asc? r,v Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small Greek Revival residence was probably u early 1850's for Willard Lyon`. Clarke in 1851. Clarke's homestear? was locatd on t'c e71st side Of lower 21e3sar'it St. and was crossed by the CRR. Co s tt3C'rs The two aa=res were east of the trac',-.s. In 1855 .von sold a ^,,uch smellar piece of tan (the current oi:e^.1ises) with a e e114rg thereon to Henry M. Shepherd. Shepherd was a r_^ant in the •7)uq- a t e ti.'A Cf the S31 This 1 1/1 story, S'r?e -h311 ':ottagen, with a 1 story rear ell remains substantially the same todly as when '.t S e ecistry of Deeds: residence X C o ser vation Education' Exploration/ settle meat Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation two acres cm 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records. early maps, etc.) 1354 1360 County :`taps 1371, 1931 a 18° tlase '_371 .n 715 °ape 51L 17 1 1 1 -3_161 c/ He nad obtained 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ant owner Gary Sandra Milo itect Exterior wall fabric asphalt shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features corner pilasters, wide frieze, pec9imented gable, oo.rt:;..co with turned columns, doorway with sideli.crhts Altered sided Date mid 20th C. Moved Date One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Organization NHC Date In Area no. Form no. 2C -110 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan January 1980 qs3 7. Original owner (if know' Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development X resid manner. The basic elements: rice Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 1S 6C County r.no: 1.B13I 11784 1'3(.7.5 :t Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This Greek Revival residence was built n late 125C Eor Ira H. Stevens. Holyoke Street had been opene th 1850's and features several :-reef{ Raviva1 houses in the vernarular ie,s. frieze, )road orner 7il�Sr�rs, pedi!'!ented gable and eoor'aa with sires ?1i hts 7..nr3 transom, Ere eresert an d clearly reElect the lor?L arDenter's intent .on. i.'hc 1 p porch and entrance Dort o are Later Victorian ridit :_ons. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) e7:istry of Ceeras. Book I c t g 1 .x,7 15'3-4 _t i Q_ of 3714 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston SourceRegistry of Deeds OL'C01[ ST. (over) ?sent owner Ithna Cimek Kwiecenski 4. :flap. Draw sketch of building location Architect in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indi;,ate north. In Area no. I Form no. 1 -18 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Tuscan entablature with corner pilasters per9imented gable, 6x6'winc doors `'with transoms under one shelf, 6x6 wineow- Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 68' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization NHC Date January 1980 10' Lonerga n i-1 C 7 Orr final owner(iff known) Original use do ble Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural X Exploration The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Militant Community development X Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Holyo -e Street was opener' curing the per oc cf ineustr= development that began with the arrival of the Connecticut River Railroad in 1845. It was described as a "newstreet" in 1854. Small industries, including 2 fount ry, at least two machine shops and a planing mill opened on Pleasant St. (west of the CRR tracks). This is the only duplex house from this perod in the are;, and remains very true to its original appearance. It was probably built in 1851 when Ann Clark sold a two acre portion of her home- stead on Pleasant Street to Willard Lyon. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 1860 County Maps 1873, 1884, 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Book 218 page '4, 15 -767, 15 154 ?6 148 148 -262 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 'ess e ;ent use ;ent owner Antonia Zimnoch ;ription: ource Atlas and Directory aitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved Date In Area no. Form no. 32C -226 Northampton 67 Hawley St. sided residence c. 1870 shingles Date mid 20th c. One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 7. Original owner. (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political residence Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases, Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1873 -74. This house was probably built during the 1860's and features a steeply- pitched gable with an oculus in the apex. The windows have plain surrounds and six over six sashes. A one-story entry porch wraps around the southern side to the projecting bay window, and is composed of turned posts, a balustrade and lattice base. The western side of Hawley St. remained undeveloped until the mid 1850's. Pleasant Brook, a feeder system of the Mill River, crossed Bridge St. just east of Market St. and ran southerly between the railroad and Hawley St., before crossing the railroad near Ho'l;zeke St. and eventually emptying into the Mill River near the present day intersection of Pleasant St. and Hockanum Rd, During the last third of the 19th century the stream was culverted and eventually covered over tc provide more land for development. By the turn of the 20th century there wer three industries: Northampton Beef Co. and Joseph Hebert Lumber Yard near Bridge St., and Belding Bros Co. Silk Mill near Holyoke St., with eight houses between them. 37M. -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Podolak zitect Exterior wall fabric asphalt siding Outbuildings (describe) Other features in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton 6. Recorded by Organization IQHC Date In Area no. Form no. 32C -231 ess 19 Hancock St. H.O. Apthorp House el Altered sided ate mid 2 th c Al D 0 �►pv K ;Moved from Hawley St. Date 1880's Yti (J j U 5. Lot size. t t=3 One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage s\ Approximate distance of building from street TN 15, Lonergan April 1980 Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as may as applicable) Harrison 0. 1854 and 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 404 -P. 131. Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1873 -74. Apthorp 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house appears to have been moved from the southeastern corner of Hawley and Hancock Sts. In 1886 a subdivision plan was filed for the H.O. Apthorp estate which extended across the entire southern side of Hancock St. from Hawley St. to Williams St. The Apthorp house is shown on the 1884 Atlas, well set back and facing Hawley St.,however it is not there on the 1995 Atlas. The house at 19 Hancock St., which is first shown on its site on the 1895 Atlas, seems to stylistically date from a much earlier period than the 1886 sibdivision. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) H.O. Apthorp's Hawley St. house is first shown on the 1860 map. It is two and a half stories in height with gable end to the street. Large double brackets are under the eaves The windows are six over six. Unfortunately the 20th century siding hides whatever other detail the house has. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets ana other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard (over) Town Date In Area no. Form no. 32C -232 Northampton ass 15 Hancock St.. Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC April 1980 Gonzalez f Deeds and Atlas 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political 1884 and 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 404 -P. 131. Northampton Directory: 1895-96. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Hancock St. was opened in 1873 across Ebenezer Hancock's Hawley St. homestead, but lots were only available on the northern side of tNa street. In 1886 lots were made on the southern side of the street through subdividing Harrison Apthorp's Hawley St. homestead. By 1895 the four houses that line the southern side of the street today had been built. Nos. 11 and 15 are interesting variations on a single pattern. In 1895 this house was owned and occupied by Peter Sobtky, a Main St. clothier. The house is two and a half stories in height and L- shaped, with a one-story porch in the crook of the L. Fish -scale shingles and wide boards are used to ornament the house. A three -sided bay with poly- gonal roof extends from the facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) FORM B BUILDING 37M 7 77 MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 11 Hancock St. `f lViap UraW .ti riCLl:ll Vl aIuaauaaa6 iv.....: in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no. 32C -233 Northampton April 1980 clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Lonergan NHC Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check.as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation, of themes Hancock St. was opened in 1873, across Ebenezer Hancock's Hawley St. homestead, but lots were only available on the northern side of the street. In 1886 lots- were made on the southern side of the street thm ugh subdividing Harrison Apthorp's Hawley St. homestead. By 1895 the four houses that line the south side of the street today had been built. Nos. 11 and 15 are interesting variations on a single patters. In 1895 this house was owned and occupied by Edwin Hervey, a janitor at the County Courthouse. This house is two and a half stories in height and L- shaped, with a one story porch in the crook of the L. Fish -scale shingles and wide boards are used to ornament the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 404 -P. 131. Northampton Directory: 1885-86, 1895-96. residence Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian Transportation Town NORTHAMPTON Street address 9: Hawley Street Name 9)1 Hnwl ey Street: ITV v er 11111e111. ILei1g'1Vil /1J 111iU.�.'VF.7I19 Literature Indians Music x Other architecture Development of town/city Architectural reason for inventorying: age and s tyle 3. CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved WALL COVER: Wood wood Entrance: Side Windows: 5. Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings 1 X Y i-a C T 4. DESCRIPTION )UNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Use original present Home- now apartment s Present owner Albino Mello Open to publicno Date c. 1823 Style Federal Source of date (appearance acid sty Architect Front: Center /Side Details :side windows unknown OR part of Area Material brick and stucco Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard 7 1 o vei Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMI.'\EYS: 1 2 3 4 Center End STORIES: 1 2 3 Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed small side addition- 1 story PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 PORTICO It columns, h pilastg nn FACADE: Gable end: Front /side Ornament Spacing: Re tlar /Irregular Identical /Varied Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards 6. Footage of structure from street �5 Property has 250 feet frontage on street RecorderMiriam E. Peters D'orthampton Historical Society For Photo Date 1 97 0 .c, SEE REVERSE SIL- a Altered Added ecc c, BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features an evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in night with a hipped roof, two interior chimneys and a large cupola. The cupola has three small sash windows on each side and is capped by a flaring, pyramidal roof. The five -bay facade is covered woth flush boarding and features a central entrance with portico. The slightly recessed door has sidelights flanked by paired pilasters, and fretwork enclosing the sidelights and pilasters. The front of the portico is supported by paired Doric columns. A one -story bay tondo is located on the southern side of the house. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates tb the development of the community) A large, imposing house set on the outside of Hawley St.'s curve, this residence dominates the middle section of the street. Hawley St. was one of the first streets in Northampton and homesteads were established here during the 17th cen- tury. A brook ran along the western side of the street, limiting residential development to the eastern side. Many of these homesteads remained in the same family for generations, and it wasn't until the early 19th century that there was much subdivision of the original lots. This property was in the Dickinson family from some time in the 18t century until 1864. In 1812 James Dickinson, a merchant who was already living on the property; obtained 1 and 1/3 acres with buildings for $500. The grantors, Frederick and Charles Dickinson were selling the honestead of their late father Josiah Dickinson, and reserved the right of their mother to use the premises. It was probably after her death that James Dickinson either substantially remodeled and enlarged the old house, or built e new one. After Mr. Dickinson's death the property passed to George P. Dickinson, who maintained the property until 1864. At that time it was bought for $4300 by Daniel Kingsley, a merchant tailor. Mr. Kingsley lived here until the early 1880's. In 1883 his heirs sold the property to John P. Thompson. Mr. Thompson was proprietor of the Northampton Empire Laundry and lived here until the 1920's, when the current owners purchased the place. 1794 and 1831 Town Maps. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, 1895, 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1875 -76, 1895 -96. Registry of Deeds: 3k. 778 -P. 5, 425 -431, 377 -313, 219 -275, 166 -116, 33 -361. 20M -2/80 Exterior 37M FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston f. iviap. LI. a o ncct..aa vi in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. T N fliksTE'RN P►i►$ An (over) Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered sided Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 32C -237 wall fabric Emery and Anna Conz NHC April 1980 asbestos shakes 7..- Original_owner (if known Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 =96. This Queen Anne styled rvwhouse is one of two on the southern side of Eastern Ave. A three-story corner tower with flaring, poly- gonal roof and finial defines the corner of Eastern Ave. and Williams St. The Williams St. side also has a two- story, three -sided bay cap- ped by a projecting wall dormer.. On the facade there are two two -story porches (remodeled) each capped by projecting wall dormers. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 23 Eastern Avenue Isl r 4. Map. Draw sketch 01 building location Architect unknown in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 ereD TE_N A- Y ��LZ e El r U 15A6Qa ANy rnv9 1 h U( Yo s t USGS Quadrant Northampton L O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE -6. Recorded by C. "Dubie V anization Northampton Hi stori HC Photo no. Comm on SUN 4 1975 Date May 15, 19) 5 wood shingles above, Exterior wall fabric asphat r sah; ngl e below Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 3 story tower at corner Hawley and Eastern; Altered no Date Moved no 5. Lot size: In Sea no. Form no. 32C -Z 3q 1890 -1895 .rce 13 §5slEyaost Deeds, 434.35, Shingle Style Date One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 160 teet Approximate distance of building from street 10 feet Original owner (if known) qt./ Original use A artment building Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Apartment building'' Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation I Agricultural Education 1 Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) this turn of the century apartment building on Eastern Avenue is retaritaire in its syling. The corner turret, three stories in height, is shingled like the upper story of the body of the house, and is quite independent of the main structure, Porches have dedorative beading between the supports and the numerous gables contain stick style brackets,. The tenement was built between 1890 and 1895. Charles no Jones and 3m E. Cook transferred the lot of land to Bryan D. Sheedy in June, 1690, for $1,600; the apartment block clearly appears on the 1895 Northampton-Easthampton Atlas, as "Dr. Sheedy° s ®a 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 1245053, 11588331, 841.377, 7760145, 6490325, 434.35.. 1395 Northampton-Easthampton Atlas. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1. Town Northampton Exterior wall fabric In Area no, Form no. 32C -246 Bss 1 -9 Isabella St. Outbuildings (describe) Other features 3 -story corner tower Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: y S M3ELLA S'[ -Q One acre or. less Over one acre Approximate frontage GE 9 c2 Approximate distance of building from street ea 6. Recorded by E Lonergan Organization Date NHC April 1980 ci (2 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residential Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The 1895 atlas shows this row as being owned by Frederick Bement, bookeeper for the Belding Bros. Co. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 189596. This five-unit row house was probably built to house employees of the Belding Bros. Co. silk mill, which was located on the western side of Hawley St., opposite Eastern Ave. and Isabella St. Two stories in height, with gable end to the side, the plainess of the row is relieved only by the continuous front porch and the three story corner tower with polygonal roof and finial. 37/4-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston i.iu.p. Kt: Len L/1 JUL LULtiE, LIJLLJtL in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. vmorb"Ns lY3D (over) un North iress H v0 1,- p S trFPt I. H. Graves House !sent use residence sent owner Helen M. Dryzgula scription: te 1858-1860 Source Registry of Dees Mao le Rrar chitect Exterior wall fabric sh ngles Outbuildings (describe) Other features Central gThle s P aables with brcl-ets, tory Victor sire porch a Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage l'U' Approximate distance of building from street 50' 6. Recorded by E Lonergan Organization NHC Date January 1980 In Area no. Form no. Original owner (if known) Isaac H. Graves Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates B. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This 1/2 story, 3ra`1icted•1 souse w a Front, was bu 1t about 1860. is set well becif from t ;n strF1et and 's alr.i..OSt c_omoletely ed today y S high wall of ver :reens s•rreen to 1 0. hi Willard Lyon obtained two acres east of the CRR Co's tracs in 1B^? cro otly began selling lots on Sot; sides of "tcle newstreet" west end this new e e r t 71 ea a and t it's N SL i5 d street C nn with n� Fawlev Streets. This area was cuir' "1y developing as mat industrial ?tar as rns'u1t of t:je cornolet of the from F i e l d to Northampton in 1845. IQ. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 1960 County :!aos 187', 1.84 L8^5 ..Uses .Tis. v of D1e_eds Book 1 88 case 110, n1 -L. 1 'r'. ''7' 1 155 1 0 1 3;"73 ctO FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ent use ent owner Charles Stevenson .ription: ource Atlases hitect 55 Williams St. residence 1884 -95 37M 77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard iSABEt.tA Av-S. D 0 a r 13 1:11 Ca 53 ST (over) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 32C -253 Northampton Outbuildings (describe) Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 -l� Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) C onservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 0. 1884 and 1895 Atlases. residence Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 7 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) This large two and a half story house with gable end to the street and hipped cross gable on the southern side features fish -scale shingles in the front gable and an oculus in the side gable. A one story porch extends across the facade, and is composed of turned posts, carved brackets and a balustrade which mimics the post and bracket design. FORM B BUILDING zd yolk C� en c t 3 :SSION )stop (over) 1. Town Address Name: Present use Present owner Nellie Walsh 3. Description: Date Source Style Architect Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 32C -259 Northampton 25 Williams St. residence 1884 -95 Atlases Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 clapboard Date Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Date Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15° iginal owner (if known Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8, Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This two- family house was constructed during the period when the remaining Hawley St. estates were being subdivided to provide building lots. The expanding Belding Bros. and Co. silk mill on Hawley St. provided the impetus for rowhousing, two-family hous-4s and workers° cottages. residence The house is two and a half stories in height with gable end to the street and a cross gable on the northern side. Decorative cut shingles are used in the gables and fancy carpentry ornaments the two front porches. 10. Bibliography and /or.references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 ®96. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston, in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 30 Williams St. ;ent owner Peter and Stella Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) large ba Other features extended house connected to large barn t 3 P EA 'R* a 04 r, cz) 13CD3 15:F3 V (over) d Town 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization In Area no. Form no. 32C -268 Northampton Date April 1980 NHC checked above) 7. Original owner (if known Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural x Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes This land is part of the Lt. Nathaniel Strong homstead which was established on Hawley St. c. 1700. Until the mid 19th century there were no street between Hawley and the Venturer's Field section of the meadows, and the Strong family farmed many acres here. After Joseph Strong's death in 1860 most of the homestead passed into the hands of General Benjamin Cook. However, two sons retained small portions for their homestead. Daniel's was on Hawley St. and William's was des cribed as rear of Hawley St. William Stong's house first appears on the 1860 map, set back by itself from Hawley St., but by 1873 Williams St. had been laid out, and connected Pomeroy Terrace to the old Hockanum Rd. Most of the development of Williams St. was due to the large silk mill on the lower Arid _of Hawley St. This parcel, however, remained a farm, and continues to operate as such today. The house is two and a half stories height, gable end to the street with a cross gable on the southern side. The gables are ped- imented and the front one contains and cculus. The house is extended to the rear, through a kitchen ell and a small barn to connect to the large, gabled barn. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) O. 1054 and 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 F.tlases. Northampton Directory: 1860 -61, 1373 -74. 'f. 1Vlap. ,Draw SKeLet1 V1 Lu11u1L1 g ...aitect, Karl Putnam in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features ;ent owner City of Northampton Date Over one acre 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ___________At vk•L'Cbies. OwE r D (over) puree Springfield Daily Republican One acre or less Approximate frontage, Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no Form no. 32C -276 a Northampton E. Lonergan NHC May 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development school City of Northampton Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This site has been used for a city school since the late 1870's. Williams St. was laid out in two parts during the 1850 °s and 1860's. The part south of Holyoke St. was quickly developed with small, vernacular houses, while that part north of Holyoke St. vas developed later in the 19th century, but also residentially. In 1873 this site was being used for a lumber yard by Moses Breck. It was the only non- residential usage in the area. However, this quickly changed as the 1884 atlas shows a school on the site. This was the first school for the area, which was developing quickly in response to the industrial development on lower Hawley St. The original school was replaced in 1913 by the present brick building. Karl Scott Putnam, a prominent local architect and educator of the 20th century, was the son of Roswell F. Putnam, a well -known local architect of the 19th century. Mr. Putnam received his training at Columbia University and spent three years in the offices'of New York architect Edward Tilton. Around 1910 he returned to Northampton and joined his father's practice. After his father's death in 1911 he con tinued the practice alone. In 1920 he joined the Smith College Art Dept. and was in charge of teaching architecture there until his retirement in 1952. Shortly after coming to Smith he and John Ames of Boston were commissioned to design a dormitory system. The Quadrangle, built between 1922 and 1936, shows Mr. Putnam's interest and familiarity with colonial 10. Yig iog IS.nd /or elefe p eg c�h s 's�0r#g §nYi�c e s,`��s s $�c a' sthampton early maps, etc Springfield Daily Republican. December 30, 1912, 9.10. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. continued INVENTORY ORM CONTINUATION SHEET HISTORICAL alcissioN of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. 9. Historical Significance. Staple to Inventory form at bottom C ity: Northampton Form No: 32C -276 Property Name: Williams St. Schoo are mainly Colonial in nature, and pay such close attention to accurate detailing that they are often mistaken for 18th century originals. This school would be one of Mx. Putnam's early designs. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 2 94 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 hip:El Private individual Private organization )riginal `owner PTION: cross streets and other buildings Date early 19th century or geographical features. Indicate north. Source visual evidence and, maps 443. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date NHC April 1980 <4,;• Moved Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area Form no. 32C 308 Major alterations (with dates) side porches late 19th c. Date _ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) See Below. .L7tt, HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state and how the building relates to the development of t e Hockanum Rd. was originally known as .Hockanum r erry Rd.. and led from the end of Pleasant St. on the eastern banks of the MIll River, southerly across the meadows to the Hockanum Ferry, which crossed the Connecticut River to a small settlement named Hockanum near the Hadley South Hadley line. Henry St. was originally known as Venturers Field Rd. and led from Hockanum Ferry Rd. northeast across the_meadows to Goodman's Ferry which crossed the Connecticut River to Hadley Center. Goodman's Ferry was established in 1664 and the Hockanum Ferry in 1755. It is possible that this house was used as an inn it tavern becasue of-its location, but no mention of such use has been found. The house aPPears to date from the early 19th century, but may be a remodelling of_an Wilder house. The foundation is made of large dressed blocks of granite. The house-is 22 stories in height with_pedimented end towards Henry St. The tympanum is covered with flush boarding. Presently, the house is divided into tenements and has a two -story porch on the Hockanum Rd. side. This porch has turned posts with brackets, and balustrades. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. "The Old Ferries and Bridges" Early Northampton, 1914, pp. 177 -88. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 location in 1'C161 lvaa v cross streets and other buildings or geographical features.` Indicate north." Date lorthampton IPTION: 1830 Form no. 32C 311 Area ic Name .hip: Private individual Private organization )riginal owner Source Architect Maps, and visual evidence Recorded by Lonergan OrganizatioN Date May 1980 Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (Staple additional sheets here) Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Set tin g ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community), This house is 2Z stories in height with pedimented end to the street and a lone-story porch. covering the three -bay facade. 0 BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873,.1884 and 1895 Atlases. NorthamptonDirectory: 1885 -86, 1875 -76. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Henry St. was origianlly known as Venturers Field Rd., and led from Hockanum Ferry Rd. to Goodman's Ferry, which crossed the Connecticut River to Hadley Center. This road first appears on the 1831 map,'' but certainly pre -dates that time as Goodman's Ferry was first begun in the mid 17th century. The meadows are_Northampton's chielf scenic characteristic, and were not built upon because of .flooding, except for a small area near Williams St., which included- Valley, Montview and Henry Sts. This area was predominantly developed around the turn of the 20th century and was periodically flooded until the construction of the dike as a WPA project. This house has a high water mark from one of the 193O's floods at the mid window level on the first story. The 1831 "'map shows two houses on Venturers Field Rd., one at this site and one at the corner of Hockanum Ferry Rd. 20M -2/80 MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston FORM B BUILDING ;ent use ;ription: urce n� iitect 122 Hawley St. Levi Strong House residence ;ent ownerArmand and Claire Dion 1824 Req. of Deeds Federal 37M -7 -77 lvtai.J.' L/1 [LW one cl,il Vi .J41 1111115 1V1,0.1.1 VL1 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0 J i 0 0 (over) Northampton Exterior wall fabric Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Organization In Area no. brick Outbuildings (describe) NHC Date Date Form no. 32C -340 x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C.T. Wilbur and E. Lonergan Date June 30, 1974 and January 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Levi Strong Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry_ Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This late Federal style house was built for Levi Strong, a cooper and farmer. Mr. Strong was of the fourth generation of Strongs to occupy the family homestead on Hawley St. This land had been held in the family since the late 17th century. The house is two stories high, built of brick, and has a low, hipped roof. It is five bays wide, and two bays deep, with a central entrance and a small entry porch. A thin Classical cornice caps the bl Several additions have been made to the rear, probably at the time of the Belding Brothers and Co.ownership, when the building was probably used as housing for their silk mill workers. 10. Bibliog raphy and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) O. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 371 -P. 467, 240 -341, 199 -215, 49 -679, and 49 -638. Anticuities, Historicals and Graduates of Northamoton,(1882) p. 147 -149. -7) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1. Town Northampton 41 Williams St. ent use The Belding Tenements c. 1880 source Atlases 3hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features residential 37M-7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets auu other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. 3ent owner Richard and Robert Abuza 3ription; brick Form no. 32C -341 enclosed Altered front porches Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Organization NHC Date Lonergan April 1980 Belding Brothers tenements Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large, brick tenement block was constructed to house workers of the Belding Bros Co. silk mill, which was located on Hawley St. Belding Brothers, a Connecticut corporation, established a branch plant here in 1876. They were the first large outside ent- erprise to locate in Northampton. The block is the only building of its type in this area, and is probably the first to have been built in Northampton. Some row housing had been constructed in town, but cottages were the predominant building type for the mill workers. Three stories in height, the block ..has black brick banding connecting the lintel, and has brownstone sills and watertable. A central wall gable with oculus caps the entrance. 1/ 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884, 1895 amd 1915 Atlases "A Chronicle of Industry on the Mill River Smith College Studies in History Vol. 21, 1935 =36. 4. 51210 IL 5C I FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary. State _T Tou Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. in von u u ✓SC v Y L1 RE11 l y f Ct�'S koE'NcC West Farms (Northampton) Outbuildings (describe) Other features cornice; West Farms Schoolhouse 1860+ 1g6gliEy of Deeds, 1856 D 1= 20M -5- 73-0 75074 D CI D Altered. yes Date 1L Moved no Date 5. Lot size: 3 One acre or less Over one acre X DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. A a 9-11 a In Area no. Form no. 35-13 early Victorian schoolhouse brickwork addition to side; some Approximate frontage 500 feet Approximate distance of building from street co g Recorded by C. Dubie U Organization Northampton Historical Commission W Date September 1, 1975 IZ (over) 7. Original owner (if known) West Farms School District Original use S cb Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The oldest portion of this brick schoolhouse dates from shortly after December 1856, when Calvin Stockwell conveyed to the West Farms School District a parcel a°a little northerly from the meetinghouse." The tract of land measured 11 rods by. 6 rods and was purchased for $37.50. West Farms is a hamlet located west of the city. First called Lonetown, Northampton residents changed the name to i °West Farms" as the original name was thought pessimistic. The center of the settlement now consists of the school and a nineteenth century !peetinghousea Religion, Methodism in particular, played an important role in the growth of the tiny village. The brick schoolhouse is iZ stories in height and simple' in plan and appearance. Three widely spaced windows appear in the side facade; a trio of small later windows and a door are placed in the gable end0 A dentillated cornice runs beneath the roof and encloses the gable end0 Much repair work is evident: various tones of brick and mortar are present, •tt tl Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 169.330. 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston "ViaP uraw SKULL:it ui uui iiu 6 lUrL.CLI,LVLS. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. P 5crtc.oLHt::` VA 0 0 t7.1 6 MASS. k*S1• CO.` com r Oz_y 17e /7/ e /9 tier! tv pi, i x 913 4 In Area no. Form no. N West Farms (Nort West Farms Road West Farms Chapel :rit use Religious Services mt owner West Farms Congregational_ e1 Association. iption: 1835-present exterior vi sual. evidence-see iurce reverse for detailed dating Greek Revival, modified unknown Exterior wall fabric wood Outbuildings (describe) none Other features ridge roof, end chimney; single story, balcony in chapel; pilasters and enclosed pediment; later windows remodeled Altered yes Date 1868 Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 80 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant 6. Recorded by C. Eubi MHC Photo no. Organization Northampton Historical Commission 1-EC IN/ 5-k) Date October, 1975 (over) 7. Original owner (if known) S'to ckwell Original use chapel Subsequent uses (if any) and dates chap el 8 Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9, Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Methodist missionaries came into the West Farms area around 18000 They worshipped in homes, then in a barn, and built a chapel. in 18140 Records of the Granville Circuit indicate a Class Meeting on [Nest Farms Road in 1809. The Rev. Mr© Bigelow holds that the building was built in 1814, enlarged in 1832 and again in 1865© A deed registered in the Hampshire County Registry of Deeds indicates that in 1832 the Methodist Society bought the property -5 rods by 8 rods —and organized a tetho di st Society. The chapel was later abandoned by the Methodists though services were held by preachers and in 1868 a West Farms Union Society was organized. In 1914 they bought the Chapel from the Methodists and a deed is registered in Hampshire re County Registry. An account of this history was printed in `the Hampshire Gazette, September 25, 195n It is the opinion of the Rev. John Km Montgomery who has been writing a history of the Granville Circuit, that this edifice is one of the few edifices of the old Circuit now existing® Mr. Montgomery is retired and living in Northampton, Mass. Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political The Chapel as one sees it from West ,Farms Road today is probably the product of the 1832 enlargement as it is Greek Revival in style. Corner pilasters and a pediment enclosed and boldly corniced frame the facade. The steeple is low, cubic, and detailed with small pilasters. Later arched entranceways appear in the front facade and a trio of louvered arches in the pediment echo these forms. These features probably date from an 1868 renovation mentioned in the Gazette. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Steward s Book beginning 1794 and ending 1823. Original in Boston University Theology Library. Materials in Forbes Library, Northampton, Mass. Deed information, 269071, 698.508, Registry of Deeds. Hampshire Gazette, July 24, 1864, Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation Hampshire County September 29, 18630 3 3/73• r, 1830 -40 visual, evi dence, -neral st pPri od FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of builaing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. oni3Oh. uz. I_�J r-1-7 J 20M -5-73- 075074 0 Q Q 0 et 3 1 MHC Photo no. w e5T H-& P r 'N R-a Pr') DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant Exterior wall fabric wood shingles Outbuildings (describe) h Other features en rners;- Gi mple entranceway; -a.d.di t:ian -to Past of ho r i s e Alteredyes -ahi ngled with asphalt shingles Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre x Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet 6. Recorded by c® D In Area no. Form no. (2) Date 600 feet Organization Northampton 1-Ii. stori cal Commi ssion Date September 1, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) not known Original use resi dence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This modest Greek Revival style residence was built in the hamlet of West Farms around 1340 and stands opposite the West Chapel and the later West Farms Schoolhouse, While the gable end of the structure faces the roadway the entrance is located, as in earlier styles, in the facade parallel to the ridge of the roof. Simplified Greek Revival detail in the form of corner pilasters and wide cornice were here added to an earlier style residence. While not architecturally ambitious, the house is an element in a cluster of significant buildingsin West Farms. The Chapel (1832,1868) stands on the site of a Granville circuit rider's chapel and figures in the early history of Methodism in the region. the brick schoolhouse, c.1860, is an important structure to many West Farms residents, Several early residential buildings are also nearby._ 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 3/73 criLt 417 Westhampton Rd. iip: x� Private individual Private organization riginal owner PTION: residence FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Northampton or geographical features. Indicate north. fiN Recorded by Organization NHC Date E. Lonergan June 1980 Outbuildings Moved Setting (Staple additional sheets here) .'1900 Area Form no. 36 -72 Source visual evidence Style Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard (4A-e s■ 1 o Major alterations (with dates) Date Approx. acreage over one acre CHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features an evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in height with high hipped roof and a hipped dormer on qhe front slope. A bracketed frieze runs beneath the eaves around the house. The three -bay facade is covered by a one -story porch with flat roof, posts and brackets and a balutrade; and there is a smaller porch located above the lower porch, above the central entrance. The most prominent of the outbuildings is a large gambrel roofed barn with two, attached silos. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This large farmhouse and outbuildings is located near Pine Grove, a small section of Northampton about two miles west of the center on the road to Westhampton.Saw Mill Brook (now known as Parsons Brook) a tributary of the Manhan River that rises in the Saw Mill Hills and Mineral Hills near West Farms in Northampton crosses the road just east of here, and provides some well drained farm land. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1794 and 1831 Town Maps. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston map. LI a one ve al. va in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. wc`s� a- raf' O Zo A D C -eo,SVE. U(i) 20M -5- 73-075674 0 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. PINe r" Q OW �STPr T 5 'JA s i (over) 0 Organization hitect 5. Lot size: Approximate frontage Date In Area no. Form no. 3o7, Northampton 1800 -1820 unknown Exterior wall fabric clapboards Outbuildings (describe) 'barn attached Other features 2 stories; five bays wide, 2 deep; interior chimneys; ridge roof; later porch; entrance 141 with sidelights and transom Altered addition Date 1960' s? Moved n Date `i One acre or less Over one acre x rLo(r To No rzr1 -01 P o 450 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Nor hn ton Hi stori cal m Comis o n- mar ch 2 ..g t.. Origi owner (if known) Original use residence-homestead Subsequent uses (if any) and dates un Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry, Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This simply styled residence is located on Westhampton Road about equidistant from Northampton center and the village of Westhampton. The clapboarded structure is five bays wide, two deep and is topped by a ridge roof. Two chimneys, one original and a second apparently replacing the second of the original pair, are. present© The entranceway is set with recessed sidelights and transom. A later portico and addition to the westerly facade are also present. sidence 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 3/73 q 1 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Northampton ;ss 39 Chapel St. H. Mann House ent owner Barbara and Joseph Blumenthal III :ription: c. 1860 37M-7 -77 4. 11 Draw sketcti of ouiiuul ivy aura,., in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Organization NHC Date April 1980 In Area n6. Form no. 3aA- ce) Altered added Date eaely 20th century Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan X 977 Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable)' Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation', 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1860 Mina and Idea Ni, ar daughters of Asenath and Henry Mann purchased a half acre of land bounded southerly by Westhampton Rd (noe Chapel St.) and northerly by Burts Pit Rd. Laurel St., the current easterly bound, is not mentioned in this deed. Mr. Marn was a farmer and the proerty remained in the family into the early 20th century. This area was known as "Pancake Plain" and during the mid 19th century was developed into a small community. After the Northampton State Hospital was sited near here in the mid 1850's the area became known as Hospital Hill. This house is lk stories in height with gable end to the street. The three -bay facade has a side entrance with transom and flanking pilasters. The cornerboards are wide and a frieze runs along under the side eaves. Windows on the house have six over six sashes. The facade is covered by a later porch with hipped roof, Tuscan columns and balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, earl maps, etc.) 186 m County Map. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 198 -P. 75, 196 -47, 108 126, 107 -21. c' 7 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary. State House. Boston 1111\\■1!,1.\1 "k. 4 Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Other features belfry. Northampton ess 37 Chapel Street Northampton Grange ent use Grange meetingplace brackets; Date 4. 20M -5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. ct- RE lg7 ever) i C Altered Moved ent owner Northampton Grange ription: Organization Commission Date In Area no. Form no. 33A IS 1871 Hampshire Gazette ource March 21, 1871 lifted from a patternbook Architect Wm p Pratt Exterior wall fabric wtpod Date cr+' 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre 50 feet Approximate frontage c(7d round headed windows; wheel window in gable; Approximate distance of building from street 15 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Northampton Historical August 3C, 1975 Original owner (if known) Chan el Association Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Mission' 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Hospital Hill Chapel was designed and built in 18 local architect Wm, F 9 Pratt supplied the plans for the building. Used by members of the First` Church downtown residents of Hospital Hill working at the State Hospital. Chapel was an active site of worship until 1930, After time, Smith College students conducted a mission in the chapel. In 1955, the Patrohs of Husbandry (Grange) #138 acquired the building for a meeting place, The Hospital Hill Chapel is a wooden structure whose styling was drawn from a nineteenth century patternbook, of church architecture. Although somewhat unsuccessful architectural project, the chapel is the central structu the small village to the southwest of the State hospital. property. Lacking great stylistic coherence, the Chapel be termed "Romanesque0 as rounded windows and small windowdivorce it from the gothic, the dominant style of period. Brackets were ubiquitous at this time. Chapel Conservation Education Exploration settlement Industry Military Political 1930 1950; Northampton Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, March 21, 1871 Grange 1955. 71; chap el and by the that old modest probably as an re in might rose the 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 Q ent use ent owner ription: c 1860 )urce Maps variety store 1v1G.i1. LL aw o nL. v in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess Other features In Area no. Form no. 38A -39 Northampton 42 Chapel St. Hospital Hill School Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Altered remodeled facade Date post 1930 Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street NHO Date April 1980 7. Original owner, (if known) of thapton Original use sc Subsequent uses (if any) and &Ides variety store post 1930) 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education X Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce. Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 9R Lk,,` LI This small brick building was originally built as a schoolhouse for the inhabitants of "Hospital Hill This area, named after the nearby North hampotn State Hospital, was centered around the 18th century"highway" to West hampton. After the hospital was established in the early 1850 s the area grew substantially and a school was needed. This sexed as the school for at least until 1930, and sometime afterwards was transformed into a variety store, its present use. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 18 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1930. Daily Hampshire Gazette Sept. 20, 1946. ;ent owner Etitnar cif -Mass. ;ription: c. 1855 Greek 371"1 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING (over) In Area no. Northampton Form no. 38A 49A rior wall fabric clapboard uildings (describe) 2 story barn r features corner pilasters and ride friezeboard. red Date Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Date Organization NHC DateApri l 1980 E. Lonerga CA 0 7. Original owner (ifLInown) residence Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This small Greek Reivial' cottage seems to have been built during. the late 1850's, first appearing on the 1860 rap as the house of Curtis Brannan, a farmer. The Northampton State Hospital, which began in the early 1850's on the northern side of Chapel and Prince Sts., lent it name to this arear: Hospital Hill. During the late 19th and early 20th centuryies the hospital acquired land on the southern side of these street, between T.nnrel and Earle Sts with the idea of future expansion. This expansion occured during the late 1920's and 1930's but the older, small farmhouses remained and wereused as residences for administrators The house is Di sotires in height and features corner pilasters on a wide frieze under the eaves. The symmetrical five -bay facade is covered by a hipped roof porch, one section of which has been enclosed. West of the house is a large two-story barn. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Twon Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1873 -74. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `k. M ap. in �n..�.,.. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) Other features front porch Altered added Date early 20th century Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization NHC In Area no. Date April 1980 E. Lonergan Form no. 38A-4-9B 7. Original owner (.f known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x residence s' 1 Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This brick house first appears on the 1860 zap as the residence of J. Allen, 2nd. Originally built as a farmhouse, the property was taken over by the Northampton State Hospital in the early 20th century in an expansion pro gran. The house is 12 stories in height with high basement and features granite lintels for its six over six sash windows. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings Date or geographical features. Indicate north. Source .ip:O Private individual Private organization ?iginal owner Public 144 West St. "Colonial" Saltbox Date 0 Recorded by Organization E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 (Staple additional sheets here) Architect orthampton Area Form no. 38B 2 Exterior wall fabr brick and asphalt Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) asphalt siding mid 20th c. Moved Approx. acreage Setting Date one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house i 21/2. stories in height with ridge roof that extends down in the rear to ive the house the "saltbox" profile. The first story_of the house i built of brick, while the second story is covered with asphalt siding., All of the windows are rectangular with six over six sashes, and those on the first floor_have granite lintels. The symmetrical three -bay facade has a central double entrance with gabled portico. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the Tole owners pla i l or state hi story and how the building relates to the development of the community) In 1839 George Kellogg purchased four acres of land "with buildings" on West St., bound on the east by the Mill River, for $300_from Samuel Parsons. Within the deed this land is described as the "same place on which George now lives Samuel Parsons was a wealthy landowner who also lived on West St., but on the eastern side of the Mill River. His family had owned land in this area since the_early 18th century. Stylistically, this house_would seem to date from the mid 18th century, but according to historical accounts there were no houses on West.St. west of the Mill River in the 18th century. The type of brick, and use of granite for lintels would seem to point to an early 19th century date. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map. 1854 and_1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 421 -P. 247, 207 44,_86 -135. "Northampton in A.D. 1786" Dail Hampshire Gazette une 3, 1904. 2OM -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 PTION: 1899; early 20th c. cross streets and other buildings Date or geographical features. Indicate north. Source D.H.C7., Atlas and Visual Evidence Style Architect Avon r'athews- mason industrial, offices, brick Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan April 1980 Major alterations (with dates) additions 1900 -06 and later Moved Date Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area Form no. 38B -7,8 .c Name McCallum Hosiery Yill -iginal silk hosiery rill ^esent warehouse. zip: Q Private inaiviclua Private organization C/8 Public riginal owner "cCallum Hosiery Co. ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) see below HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Alexander McCallum and William Constable began a silk hose rnanufac- turing business in 1883, renting rooms for thier looms in t?clyoke e Constable died in the late 1890's and !r0 I cCa11un began snaking silk hose in the Belding Brothers Co. silk mill on Hawley St. in :'7.orth- arnpotne After a year he bought out the Beldings° interest in the bus- iness and had a two story brick mill 50° wide and 125' lone buit on West St.. Within the next few years two additions were made: the first two stories in height and 60 feet square was in the rear of the main building and the second was one story in height, 88 feet wide and 156 feet long and located east of the main Faille With the construction of the second addition in 1906 this was the largest hosiery mill in the world. cCal lures employed nearly' 300 rTorkers, cwred 461 loos and pro duced 800 dozen silk hose, in 150 varieties, a wee. 1915 atlas show the Comapny at this stage. Later, another addition was made to the east along West St. In 1930 the Company was bought out by a York concern and the mill closed soon afterwards. Today, the complex is split between Smith College, which has thier shipping and recieving departments here, as well as the building and ground department, and National Felt Co. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Alta sesm Daily :arroshire Gazette Oct. 19, 1898, Dec. 13, 1898, May 13, 1899, Feb. 10, 1906, May 5, 1906. 20M -2 /B0 g.; 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 4 0 (over) Organization NHC Date In Area no. Northampton nt use ent owner ription c. 1916 G. Harlow House residence mice Atlas and Directory itect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Bungalow wood shingle Frederick and Esta Busi Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan April 1980 Form no. 38B--23 93y .)riginal owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Gorge F, Harlow residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built during 1816 for "eprge Harlow at a cost of $6000. r. Harlow had a store on Center St. in Northampton; which sold furniture, carpets and stores. This one- and -a -half story bungaLaw features a recessed porch with massive *apered piers which extends the fu44 length of the facade, a Long shed dormer with three ndows, and one -story bay windows with fiat roofd and projecting rafters on the northern and southern sides. The house is raised about ten feet above the street line by a small hill and is almost completely screened by evergreens, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 2915 Atlas. Northampton Directory: 2915 4922. Springfield Daily Republican :Tan. 1, 192 5� FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 117 South St. resent re.sidPnrial ,hip: Private individual Private organization 3riginal owner early 19th century Bohan Clark cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Source Style Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 Architect Outbuildings Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Exterior wall fabric Area Form no. 38B -26 Reg. of Deeds and visual evidence clapboard Major alterations (with dates) remodeled: late 19th century Moved Date ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community)` The house is two and -ahalf stories tall with a slate ridge roof and two interior chimneys. The side gables have twelve over twelve sash windows.' one -story porch extends across the facade and halfway along the northern side. The porch has a hipped roof with pedimented entrnance. Fish- scale shingles cover the tympanum. The porch also has chamfered posts with carved brackets and a turned balustrade. The central entrance has leaded glass sidelights and transom and is flanked by smooth pil- asters. The major windows of the house are one over one sash windows. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This large five -bay, Colonial -type house probably dates from the early 19th century. Bohan Clark acquired the property in 1818, and made this his homestead. In 1863 his son sold the house and land to the three Day brothers, Nathaniel, William and Leonard. The brothers were brick manufactureres and operated a steam saw mill at the lower end of South St. Leonard Day took up residence here and lived here until his death in 1890. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases.. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 212 -P. 130, 76 -317, 44 -249. 20M -2/80 MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston FORM B BUILDING in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric South 'Street School 37M -7 -77 s.t,,,T•a tha (over) >entowner__ City of Northampton sription: 1888 -90 Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date In Area no. Northampton NHC April 1980 Form no. 38B -32 r te. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates a> Themes (check as many as applicable) City of Northampton ca Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political school 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation This large brick school replaced two smaller, schools that ated on South St. at the corner of School St. The school exhibits the skill and techniques of the late 19th century reason. Brownstone is used for a water table, and large lintel for the third -floor windows in the front gable. String courses connecting the lintels of the windows on the first and second floor use red and yellow brick, while the string courses connecting he window sills are projecting double rows of red brick. There are two entrances, one on either side of the central gabled pavilion. These have porches with shed roofs supported by turned columns and arched openings. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 andl895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: 3k. 420 P. 489. 3 FACADE: Gable end: Front /side Ornament cornice all around I-- St1)0LI u T I-I s E tditi 99) 3B13-31-1 JON 2, Town NORTHAMPTON Street address 133 South Street Name Eleazar Strong Homestead Use: original present Residence Present owner Miss Alida B. Hodgkins Open to public no Datec .1797 Style Colonial Literature Indians Source of dateRegistry of deeds Music xOther'Archtecture' favA1npmept f townLuty Architect Eleazar Strong, builder Architectural reason for inventorying: age OR part of Area 3, CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved, Altered Added 4. DESCRIPTION 7UNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material stucco cover over stone WALL COVER: Wood Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 PORTICO Photo Date 1970 SEE REVERSE SIT; is Rai nnny 2 Entrance: Sides Front: Center /Side Details: Windows: Spacing: Regular /Irregular Identical /Varied Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards 5. Indicate location of building in relation to 6. Footage of structure from street 12 nearest cross streets and other buildings Property has 80 feet frontage on street on corner of South Street and Fort Hill Terrace next to the South StreetGrammar School. Recorder Miriam F Peters 133 For Northampton Historical Society rec eiu -ed (71 RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE 1. Outbuildings Good Fair Deteriorated Landscape Features: Agri u]ture Open Wooded Garden: Formal /Informal Predominant features nzormal planting around the house Landscape architect 3. Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom. Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Use: Residential Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OF SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) Eleazar Strong, born in 175i, built this house about 1797. He was the son of Ithamar and brother of Capt. David, both boatmen on the Connecticut River. Ithanar was a revolutionary soldier. Eleazar married Mindwell, daughter of Noah Parsons, Jr. and Phebe Bartlett. They had nine children. He and several sons were carpenters. One son Joseph vras an architect and Thomas vras a farmer. George, the 7th child, born in 1792, succeeded his father and married Lydia Bartlett in 1820. He died of a fall in 1833 and his widow Eurvived him for nearly half a century. Their sons were in the army and one in the navy. William was for three years in the tenth regiment, took part in many battles, and his regiment vras part of the army of the Potomac. Three generations Jived in this house during an interval of one hundered years. After the property left the Strong family it was armed and occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Elizah H. Bartlett and Mr. and Mrs. Levi Bartlett. Deeded by Frank H. Roberts to Clarnce E. Hodgkins, County Commissioner, October 16, 1911, he occupied it with his daughter until his death. Miss Hodgkins presently occupies the Old Strong House and rents two apartments in the house. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Solomon Clark, Antiquities, Historicals and Graduates of Northampton 1881) Information from present owner, Miss Alicia B. Hodgkins RESTRICTIONS Original Owner: EI r Strom Deed Information: Book Number Page Form B. 10M -6-71 -049688 1 Registry of Deec Inventory number: 42 Name: Address: The Eleazar Strong Homestead was built at the turn of thelS8hh century. The gently sloping hipped roof with two interior chimneys and evenly spaced windows in a .sanooth facade anticipate the Federal style in Northampton. The Strong Homestead has more window space in relation to the total area of the facade than the earlier Drury homestead acrozs South Street. A dentiled cornice appears beneath the roof. The house has two entrances with porticoes. Columns supporting the porticoes are echoed by pilasters applied on the isbAdd. A transom marks the space above the side door; recessed sidelights flank the front door. Elcazer Strong 133 South Street Homestead c. 1797 Northampton, Massa FORM B BUILDING .c Name ?iginal resent ect _ldings off Lyman Rd. Public Fort Hill Estate residence nursery school hip:[] Pri individual P S x mith Colrege ginal owner Samuel Whitmarsh 'TION: 1838; c. 1870; c. 1905 rce Reg. of Deeds and S D R T. and W.F. Pratt— original or wall fabric clapboard alterations with dates) Moved Date over one acre Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 (Staple additional sheets here) Setting Northampton Approx. acreage Area Form no. 38B 35 19(15 See Below ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terns of other buildings within community) HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) South St. was laid out well back from the brow of the Mill River terrace The MiZZ River flowed through the center of town, curving around Fort Hill, and then flowing southewesterly into the old Os Bow (known as Dank's Pond, Hulbert's Pond or Ned's Ditch). In Z664 the local tribe of Indians applied to the townsman for a gift of land tc build a fort on. The Zand was granted but with several restrictions including: no "pawway", no liquor, no other tribes of 'Indians, keeping the Sabbath, and responsibility for keeping the fences intact at the meadow axine and restraining their dogs from killing settlers' cattle, sheep or swine. James R. `'rumb'aZ.Z, Northarrr'ton's historian who liv du_winie the 19th century, offers evidence to support the local tale that this fort was located at the jutting brow of the river terrace. °By Z670 the selectmen had had enough, "considering the greate abuse by the Indians in horrible drunkennes profaning the Sabbathbkreakeinge doze our fences and in steelinge our Corne and in keeping Swine about the fort that destroy our Corne They were ordered to vacate their fort within six months. The Indians probably retreated to top of the high bank of the Connecticut River on the western side, between Hatfield and Northampton (also known as Elizabeth's Rock). They were driven from here during the first year of King PhilZip's War. This was the last point of land ever held by Indiana in Northampton. Samuel Whitmarsh, a merchant tailor from New York, bought the lands cumprising most of Fort HiZZ in Z829 and Z830. In Z838 he entered into an with Thomas and William F. Pratt, "housewrights" to "finish and complete" a frame house 44X48 exclusive of verandah, a barn 30x40 with 25x30 wings, "outhouses, and fences". The work was to be done by Sept. Z, 1839 and the Pratts were to be paid $7220. The grounds were Zaid out with a garden, shubbery and trees; walks, driveways, and terrace were built; and a greenhouse was built. It became one of the most beautiful places in the COnnecticut River Valley and was featured in the mid- century tourists' guides as the perfect place for a carriage ride, the grounds being kept for just such BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES excursions. History of Northampton J.R. Trumbull, 1898. 2831 Town Map. 2854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Daily Hampshire Gazette Jan. 20 and 21 k899, April 27 and 28 2938. Springfield Republican Jan. 5, 1884; Dec. 31, 1906; Jan. 3, 1910. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 1007 -P. 531, 236 -69, 170 -14, Z22 -454, 113 -311, Z00 -263, 84-393ond 3 81 -448, 70 -509, 66 -93, 64 -258. 20M -2/80 INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL CCWISSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. Samuel Whitmarsh introduced silk raising and manufacturing to Northci!lpton. ?wring ti: early Z830's he began stocking Z00 acres w -th engrafted trees in Florence, on the slopes of the Mill River terrace. The Northampton Silk Co. was founded and set up shop in Florence. A large cocoonery, 200' long, 26' mode and two stories high was built on the Fort Hill Estate. However, by 1840 tRe mill property was for sale,• a victim of the crash of silk culture. Whitmarsh's problems carried over to h-s personal estate, and his property was fore- closed on by the Northampton Bank, the Massachusetts Hospital Life Insurance Co., and several other creditors. In 1843 the property was sold to George Browns, identified only as being from Boston. Mr. Browne also went into debt and sold the property, consisting of the house and 20 acres, to Joanna C. Nichols in 1846 for $7500. Mrs. Nichols is identified as being from Northampton and, when she sold the property two years later, is described as a widow. The next owners were e7oseph and Emily West, of New York City, who purchased the approximately 25 acres for $15,000 and a $6'000 mortgage is 1848. The Wests appear to have used this as their main residence, but didn't maintain ownership very long, selling the property to Jacob Singmaster of New York City for $32,500. in Z857. Mr. Singmaster also maintained tht property for 9 years, but seems to have used it as a summer residence, as he is listed from Stroudsbury, Pennsylvania when he sells the property in 1866. The new owners of the 27 acre estate were Catherine and Edward H.R. Lyman fro. Brooklyn. The Lymana paid $20,000 for the property and kept it in their family unt i l Z946, when the property was conveyed to Smith College. Soon after the Lymans purchased t%: property they remodeled the house extensively inside and out. A Mansard roof was added as well as a three -story tower. y Mr. Lyman was a native of Northampton, but had gone off to make his fortune. He settled in Brooklyn and became a partner in A.A. Low and Co., tea and silk inperers. This estate was purchased as his summer home, and remained such until his death in 1899. Mr. Lyman is best known in the city as the benefactor of the Academy of Music, for which he bought the land and had the structure erected at a cost in excess of $100,000. Mr. Lyman's son, Frank Lyman also maintained the estate as his summer residence. In the early 20th century he again had the home extensively remodeled and modernized. The home now took on a "Colonial Revival" Zook, but certain details, such as the heavy cornices of the windows, evoked the earlier Victorian mansion. In 1931 Frank Lyman retired from his Brooklyn business and made this his permanent home, living here until his death in 1938. His widow maintained the property until Z946 when she sold it to Smith College. At that time the main house was turned into a dormitory. More recently it has served as the ElizabethMorrow Morgan Nusery School. During the 1960's low rise faculty apartments were constructed on the estate near South St., and the rear portion of the estate has served as a nursery for Smith College. Besides the main house there are several other structures still standing from the "FoPt Hill Estate" days. These include a large Victorian brick carriage house (already inventoried), a mid 19th century board and batten cottage, which recently served as the residence of noted artist Leonard Baskin and was enlarged by Northwryton architect Karl Scott Putmam,and two sam11 late Z9th century frame buildings, one of which is covered t* board and batten and served as a laundry. Staple to Inventory form at bottom Community: Form No: Northampton 383 -35 Property Name: Fort HiZZ Estate FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston le unknown Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) none in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. ----7 Li c i I CaT ,i4P INJ KO L`I M A .1% P 5M- 2- 75- R061465 ,r Oc L,,ca ah tfiA. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE US GS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 'RECER( O EP S t. :s i) 975 MASS. HST. COMM. Altered In Area no. Form no. Northampton at owner Smith College iption: 1891 Daily Hampshire Gazette irce April 7, 1891 High Victorian Gothic >ect Other "features. ]ri ek wall g with atone li nt el s; windows with dormer G. no 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Date Moved n Date Over one acre x Approximate distance of building from street Building is off Street, on private property Organization Northampton Hi sto ri cal Commission Date June 30, 1975 9 c. 7. Original owner (if known) E. H. R. Lyman Original use Barn Subsequent uses (if any) and dates St orage 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) E. Ha R. Lyman, owner of a large estate on Fort Hill, had this large brick barn built in 18910 The Lyman estate included numerous other outbuildings and a residence originally owned by a Mr© Singmastero The Lyman family summered in Northampton and returned to New York in the fall© Lyman° s generousity resulted in the gift of the Academy of Music to the City shortly following its construction in 1891. Presently owned by Smith College and used for storage, the barn is located on private property and is only partially visible from the public way. Two stories in height, the structure has a slated mansard roof and dormers covered by small hoods. Entrances are wide and round arched with white stone employed to produce a simple polychronya Above the mansard a cupola is centered over the brick mass; stringcourses in brick define the stories in the facade and divide brick surfaces into visually pleasing areas. 10. Bib liography,and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette January 31, 1893. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1.lap. uraw 0u/iu,..Lb in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. In Area no. Form no. 38B -44 Northampton ent use Exterior wall fabric M. Strong House residence ource Gazette, Nov. 30, 1895 Colonial Revival clapboard ;ent owner Charles and Mary Chetham ription: c. 1895 Outbuildings (describe) d (over) Other features Altered Moved Date RvE 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 Date Original owner (if known) Martha A. Strong Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Cornmerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 2884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 475 -P. 19. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96, 1922. Daily Hampshire Gazette Nov. 30, Z895. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large Colonial Revival house was built during the early Z890's from designs of Roswell Putnam. Mr. Putnam was a native of Leverett Mass. and learned his trade in the office of a Warcester architect. He returned to Leverett and began his practice there. Many of his commissions were in Amherst. In 1893 he opened an office with Lewis Bayley in Northampton and moved here the next year. Within two years °the Gazette was able to publish a list of a dozen houses that the firm had designed in North w,rpton. Mr. Bayley removed to Hartford in 1897 and Mr. Putnam continued the practice alone. His osn, Karl S. Putnam, joined as a partner about 1910, and after the elder Putnam 's death in 1911, continued the practice. The house is two stories in height with high hipped roof. A hipped gable with "Palladian window projects from the front face of the roof.. The block is finished off with fluted Ionic corner pilasters and a frieze with dentils under the _projecting cornice. A one -story porch with shed roof, pedimented entrance, Ionic columns and fluted piers covers the recessed entrance. The doorway has leaded glass sidelights and transom. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston TN‘ rzi (over) !IIIIIcFlir ii Y in relation: to nearest cross streets and, other buildings. Indicate north. 44' e. sent use 145 South St. residence Reg. of Deeds T,,Wn sent owner Ernest and Mary Rose Paul cription: Altered Q Moved 5. Lot size: Northampton 1908 wpod shingle and Exterior wall fabric ennmrAto Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization E. NHC Date April 1980 Date Date One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Lonergan qql Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built during Z908 for John Metcalf at a cost of 84500. Mr. Metcalf was the head of Metcalf Co., a printing firm located on. Crafts Ave. in Northampton. D The house is two stories taZZ with hipped roof and large hipped dormers with two sash windows. The first floor is constructed of concrete block, while the second floor and dormers are clad with wood shingles. A one story, hipped roof porch with pedimented entrance, doubled Tuscan columns on concrete pedestals and balustrade extend across the facade. The concrete blocks used for the pedestals and those used for quoins are "rock-faced". 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 2884, Z895 curd Z9Z5 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: ok 631 -P. 277, 52Z -349. Northampton Directory: Z900 and 1915. Springfield Daily Republican Dec. 28, Z908. John Metcalf residence Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation cq Government Religion /philosophy Literature Indians Music NCOtherc 11:h; Development of town /city Architect aI"tea "sofii arrr inVeht eying: age Street address 12)1 South Strree h Name Preserved Bartlett. Homestead Use: original present Regi rinnee Present, owner Carolyn P. Writ Agnes W. Howland Open to public No Date 1792 Style Colonial Source of date S. Clark, Antiquities, Historicals etc. Architect Preserved Bartlett, builder OR part of Area 3, CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added 4. DESCRIPTION DUNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material Brick and stone WALL COVER: Wood clapboard Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 rear PORTICO 2nd story rear Rai cony porch FACADE: Gable end: Front side Ornament Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side Details: Front sidelights frame- recessed Windows: Spacing: Regular /Irregular IshaticaLVaried Corners: atain. Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards 5, Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings, J Li r� 1 Photo 6. Footage of structure from street 30 Property has 56 feet frontage on street Recorder Peter N. RorrQ and Miriam F, Peters For Northampton Hi story ca 1 Society e, SEE REVERSE SIDE Date 1970 recec ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two- and -a -half stories tall with a slate ridge roof and two interior chimneys. The five -bay facade has a central entrancewith pilasters flanking a recessed doorway with a double row of sidelights and capped by a full entablature with projecting cornice. The windows have six over six sashes, except for a small two over two sash window in each side gable, and the second story facade windows meet the eaves line. The southern side of the house has another entrance with two light transom, flanked by pilasters and crowned by an entablature with projecting cornice. On the northern side and to the rear is a one and -a -half story addition. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) Roger Bartlett was among the first settlers of Northampton in 1554. He established his homestead on Pleasant St., served as a selectman in 1657 and 1653 and was killed in 1675 in an assault by the Indians. The homestead was maintained until the late 18th century and Preserved Bartlett, born in 1772, was probably one on the last of the family to be born there. In 1792, probably at the time of his marriage Preserved removed to South St. and established his homestead on this site. He lived here for 53 years, until he died at the age of 77 in 1845. The property remained in the Bartlett family until the death of Preserved's geat grandaughter Mary in 1926. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1794 and 1831 Town Maps. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 94 -P. 197, 827 -421, 841 -65. Antiquities, Historicals and Graduates of Northampton, S. Clark (1882) pp. 182 84. 20M -2/80 i-Y 1 q- 1V 2 o R D O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant HC Photo no. inum/L Ue" :nt use Apartments ription: none FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 1141/ rY lEI rr 5M- 2- 75- R061465 tom✓ D0❑ Q Q VED 3 u 1g er) Mf -S. HIST. COMM. In Area no. Form no. Northampton 1893 Daily Hampshire Gazette 1/31/1891 Exterior wall fabric Rrick painted white stori es; projecting secti nns wi rh gables; brickwork Altered porches adde Moved no 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 140 feet Date Approximate distance of building from street 15 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Commission Date JflnP. 19, 1975 Organization Northampton Hi stori ral 7.- Original owner (if known) Z. N. Foote Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) st denZIP Apa rtments Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political Anartments 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) An early brick tenement the Foote Block was erected in 1893 on High Street, now Lyman koado The early nineties was a period of growth in Northampton and the increase in population was reflected largely in the building of a. number of tenements and multi-family houses, and in the construction of a few lavish residences. The construction of modest single family dwellings was either less common or of little news value at this time© Tenements like the Foote Block rented for $12 ®15 and were in great demand, particularly when located close to the downtown area and the net ork of street railway lines. The block is a three story brick structure with abundant gables, several dormers and later wooden porches. Decorative effects in brick include brick window arches, stringcourses defining the stories, and arches beneath each gable in the front facade. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, January 31, 1893, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston, :ription: Starkweather House 37M -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton aitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) In Area no. Form no. 38B -52 clapboard 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date February 1980 Connor Reg. of Deeds Pt1as Other featuresL- shaped with one- story 1 qg front oorrh, 2 -story by on front 1- story bay on side, double brac- kets on frieze. Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street r. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Alfred Starkweather Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Starkweather family first Set's"' -ec on f:ou`h St. Starkweather owned and operated a saw.nill and grist mill 13y., and was chosen a selectman in 1303. His scn, Haynes K., a far':'jer, c'7n- tinued t� homestead ntil its death in 1366. :.t that ti''e s s o_^ .c 1:... e two sons, Charles G. and .Alfred, decided to subdivide th? -o ste_ac, stretched easterly from South St. over the :grow of the od_ terrace into the meadows. :High St. ,(now known as Lyman d.) was laic! Opt from South St. easterly to the brow of the terrace. Alfred e. c_3_..w a__."_ chose a of on the north side, at a doT. ec in he str eet, thus is 'cromi:.ently sited ?t the foot of the first Leg street. �..i the S e :'.ouse is two stories in a on-- :or_h within the L. r two-story bay is on the __o n_ And a ne oro:ects from the side. 2oubl_ brackets on a wide friece and n r :c�.eS'_ provide interesting detail. 1 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 13'30 County nap 137 1 32A 1 225 _s't" of 2".fs. {.3- 2 319- .3 -277 or :a..otor C ir::ctory 1373-74 a ..ti --"liti_s, ..i. _oricalF grab at of Clark, 1322 P.177 Daj l" ;a .,b_?.__'s Oa7ette f'u;ust 7, 1)02 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 irate" PTION: 295 South St. tip: Private individual Private organization Herrmann House cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 (Staple additional sheets here) Style Source Building Permit Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Northampton Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date Approx. acreage Setting Area Form no. 38B -57 stucco ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house has a steeply- pitched ridge roof of red slate, and has a facade with two triple windows on the second floor and a band of five windows on the first floor. The southern end of the house has an offset two -story projection with glassed -in porch on the first floor. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This stucco- covered house was built for Emil Herrmann in 1922 at a cost of $7000. Mr. Herrmann was a knitter for McCallum Hosey Co. and seems to have made use of the Company's policy of providing plans for workers'. cottages. A small; brochure from 1920 illustrates five plans of the Boston architects Fox and Gale which were made for McCallum Co. employees' cottages on Woodlawn Ave. The five plans were entitled Type D,E,G,H and needing to the conclusion that more than five plans were originally prepared for the Mc Callum Eo. This house bears a close resemblance to Type E of the five known plans. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1915 Atlas. Northampton Directory: 1922 -25. Northampton Building epartment: 1921 -22 Building Permit. Plans McCallum Houses 1920 (brochure in Forbes Library). 20M-2/80 377 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston a Bungalow ent owner Gerald and Stephanie 1Viap. 1JI i'lW AriC6l 11 VL VIAL 1%11E16 Lvv+oavu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization D 1980 In Area no. Form no. 38B -58 Northampton NHC clapboard and wood shingle Date Date 9q) Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Joseph Grife residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) L This one and -half sotrij bungalow was built _during 'Z927 for Joseph Grife at a cost of 57000. The directory lists Joseph Grife, owner of Grife's Department Store on Main St. and Oscar Grife, a lawyer, as both living here. The house is one- and -a -half stories in height with hipped gaile roof and a long shed dormer with two double windows facing front. Both the gables and dormer have projecting rafters. The dormer and side gables arecovered with wood shingles, while the first floor is of clapboard. A recessed porch with brick piers and a balustrade covers two- thirds of the facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Northampton Directory: Z::' -30. Northampton Building Dept.: L927 Building Permit. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ent owner Alexander Cocco' 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. addition, west facade. L 0 HR^' `POE DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 4 v 0 H t,r_L sr (over) Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Form no. 283 South Street 39 5� 11� Exterior wall fabric clapboards 1 stories; central chimney; lean-to addition in rear, Altered no Date Moved no? Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street Organization Date 40 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Northampton Historical DIE D MAY 5 1976 MASS. HILT. COMM. Nathaniel Clark Original owner (if known Original use res idence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian' Transportation Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The first Nathaniel Clark settled on South St. in 1705, the year of his marriage to Hannah Sheldon. He was the brother of Deacon John Clark who had set- tled on the street the year before. There were five generations of the Clark f rily, all with the first name of Nathaniel, who lived on this homestead. The house finally passed from the Nathaniel Clark Zine in the late l9th century.` The first Nathaniel Clark lived on the homestead until his death in 1767. His son, Lieutenant Nathaniel, lived there from his birth in 1706 until his death in Z773. He was a selectman of the town in Z75Z and from Z76Z to 1764. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with ridge roof and central chimney. The dwelling exhibits the characteristic break in the rear roof slope where a lean -to has been added to the original one -room deep structure, making the "saltbox On the five -bay facade the upper story windows meet the line of the eaves and the central entrance is flanked by pilasters and covered by a one -story hipped roof porch with sqar e posts and diagonally- braced balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884, 2895 Atlases. Antiquities, Historical and Graduates of Northampton, 1882, pp. 111 -11 377 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw s etcn OI oullaing location in relation, to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 38B -60 North ampton ent owner Nancy and Edward Arcnitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization NHC Date April 1980 Date T,rmergan �rg 7 Original owner (if known) Arthur Noble Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion' Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1873 Arthur Noble bought this house and lot from Linus Nobel for $2000. The 1868 directory lists Arthur as boarding with Linus Noble on South St. From this it would seem the house was built betweem 1868 and Z873, however this house may have been moved from Linus Noble's lot for the building of a double tenement house about this time. The house is two- and -a -half stories tall with gable end to the street. A smaZZ modern window has been placed in the front gable. The three-bay facade is covered by a one -story porch with hipped roof, sgaure posts and high, clapboard base. The entrance is flanked by pilasters and capped by a wide board lintel, while the windows have six ove ix sashes. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854d 1860 County lbs. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 304 -P. 3ZZ. 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 263 South St. aVaLak.I. J_JI. CMV ti1 JUL in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) arcnitect Date Northampton ent owner Carlyle and Mary Child ription: early 19th c. )urce Reg. of Deeds and visual evidence Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre__ Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC April 1980 clapboard Original use owner (if known) residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1832 Linus Noble, a, "joiner", purchased 3/4 of an -acre fronting on South St. "with two houses standing" for $540. He made this purchase from Joel Clark Jr., who was probably related tothe Nathaniel Clark family which owned the next homestead farther south on the street. Most likely this house dates from the early l9th century and was remodeled at some point later in the century. Mr. Noble maintained this property until the late Z890's. This house is one and -a -half stories in height with slate ridge roof, central chimney, and a central wall gable on the facade. A round headed, two over two sash windy situated within the front gable. The five -bay facade has six over six sash windows and a central entrance, which is fZanked by smooth pilasters and capped by a two -light transom. A later addition is the hipped roof porch with gabled entrance, turned posts and balustrade 'y'ith cross diagonal bracing. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 7.860 County Maps. 1873, Z884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 493 -P. 285, 68 -570, 67 -548. cty 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `t. iviap. ui aw in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. ..Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Northampton Form no. 38B -65 sent owner Andrew and Doris Chung lo cription: early Z9th c. Exterior wall fabric clapboard Other features Altered concrete dddtorn mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date April 1980 NHC 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x x residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science settlement "invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked This simple five -bay Colonial type house may have been built early in the ':13 century. During the second half of the century the property was in the hands of the Strong family, and it may have been owned by then even earlier. Sgt. Jonathan Strong was the first member of this old Northampton family to settle on South St., doing so in 1730, and there has been some member of the family on the street until well into the 20th century. The house is two- and -a -half stories tall with ridge roof and two interior chimneys. The side gables have small, pivoted four -light windows. The five -bay facade has six over six sash windows with plain surrounds and a central entrance flanked by smooTh pilasters and capped by an entablature with projecting cornice. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and Z860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 471 -P. 63, 267 -48, 94 -384 and 386. FORM B BUILDING 37M-7 -77 MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston vacant 4. Map. craw 5xeieu "Ur UULLILLLL6 LvVU iv.. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 1 (over) ;ent owner .ription: Exterior wall fabric Organization Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 38B -70 Northampton estate of Arthur F. Wade Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonerqan NHC clapboard 1 ov -7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation' residence Aboriginal Conservation' Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 423 -P. ZOZ. 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1889 Alfred Wade bought this parcel for $200. This and the -fact that the 1884 atlas doesn't show a house in this site would sem to mean that this building was constructed after 1890. However, the house appears to be of earlier construction, and the atlas of 1873 as well as the mid l9th centurymap show a house on this site. The other possibility is that this house was moved from another site. The house is two-and-a-half stories tall with slate ridge riff and two in- set chimneys. The north and south sides are pedimented with the tymparmT being clad with flush boarding nd also having an oculus. The three -bay facade is covered with a one -stor' porch which has a flat roof with projecting cornice, sqare posts with brackets and a Zcw balustrade. The central entrance has a five -light transom and sidelights, and is flanked by smooth pilaster. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. uraw SKeLCIL 01. UUllulus iva aoava in relation to nearest cross streets and other' buildings. Indicate north. (over) 6. Recorded by E Organization Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 38B -72 235 South St. mid 19th century Northampton ource maps and visual evidence 2nd floor Altered added Date c. 1895 Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street NHC Lonergan loci Exterior wall fabric brick and clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any)' and dates Themes (check as many as applicable) City of Northampton School enc (c. Z895) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education x Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This structure originally was a one- story brick schoolhouse for the town of Northampton. Solomon Clark, in his 'review, of Northampton homesteads states that Nathaniel Edwards, who was born in Z729, taught one of the earliest schools on South St. This became a family tradition and his osn, grandson and great- grandaughter °all taught school on this site. The one -story brick schoolhouse was probably built early in the L9th century. In L890 a larger and more modern school was built farther east on South St. and this building was no Longer needed. Alfred Wade, who Lived at 237 South St. purchased the lot and building for $545 in L884 and had the second floor added to create a Leasable residence. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) L83Z Town Map. 1854 and L860 County Maps. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 469 -P. 22. Antiquities, historical and Graduates of Northampton, S. -;lark, 1882. L873, 1884 and Z895 Atlases. 377 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Approximate frontage NHC April 1980 Date E. Lonergan Form no. 38B -74 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. cription: hitect >ource Reg. of Deeds and Map e Greek Revival sent owner Robert and Cynthia Uhlig Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate distance of builditig from street 9. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Merrick Clapp residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation above) Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement` Industry Military Political In 1846 Merrick H. Clapp purchased this parcel of land, with the black- smith shop thereon, for $200. Mr. Clapp who was a partner with Henry and William Clapp in a retail wood and coal business on Pleasant St., made this his homestead. The prop erty remained in the Clapp family well into the 20th century. The house is one -and -a -half stories in height with gable end to the street. The corners are defined by pilasters and a wide frieze runs under the eaves on the sides of the house. The three -bay facade is composed of two six over six sash windows and an entrance which has a recessed dorrway with sidelights flanked by pilasters and capped by full entablature with projecting cornice. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds Bk. 114 -P. 5Z3 and 516. ,seree 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 0 (over) nen Organization__ Date In Area no. Form no. 38B -75 4. Map. 'Draw sKetcn of "ou[iuiug iveati.,.i in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Northampton 215 South St. Lathrop Horne :ription; 1920 -21 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Invalid ent use home for aged and infirm ;ent owner Lathrop Home, for Aged and Women Altered 2 -Story addition 1931 One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 100' April 1980 Original owner (if knower) Lathrop Home for Aged, and Infirm Women in Northa npt^ Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) home for aged and infirm women Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The "Lathrop Home for Aged and Infirm Women in Northampton" had its start in the "Home for the Sick", which was established in 1884. This was the first private charitable organization in Northampton and was the idea of Mrs. Clara Lathrop. A house on the corner of South and Olive Sts. was rented for $250 a year. The house was furnished by the area churches. With the opening of the Dickinson Hospital in 1886 the problem of adequately caring for sick and injured people was settled, and the "Home for the Sick" was changed to minister too a different need, women too aged or infirm to make a home for themselves. In 1887 the house was purchased and the instit- ution was incorporated as the "Home for Agee and Invalid Women in Northampton" After Mrs. Lathrop's death in 1908 the neme of the Home was chamged to the "Lathrop Home for Aged and Invalid Women in Northampton In 1920 Mrs. Frank Look purchased the Charles Clark homestead on South St. for a new building for the "Lathrop Home This would be a memorial to her mother, Mrs. Sarah M. Burr. The building was cornpleted'in 1921 and first occupied on Sept. 22, 1921. Mrs. Look's gift included the furnishing of the kitchen, dining room, hall, parlor, one bedroom and the four sunrooms. Thirty -one of the bedrooms were furnished by dopers. In 1931 a 2 -story add- ition was constructed on the southern end of the block. continued 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1915 Atlas. Northampton Building Dept.: 1920 amd 1931 permits. A Short History and Handbook of the Lathrop Home for Aged and InvaIidwomen in Northampton, Mass., 1884 -1928. NTORY`FORM CONTINUATION SHEET iETTS HISTORICAL CCWVOSION ice of the Secretary, Boston -each item an inventory form which is being continued below. Historical Significance. C ity: Northampton Staple to Inventor form at bottom Property Naze: Lathrop Home for Aged and Infirm Women. The property is well landscaped, with the building set back about 100° from South St. Two and a half stories in height, the building is built of brick with a slate gable roof. The north and south wings are angled towards the street from the central entrance, which has a curved portico of the Tuscan order. Shed dormers with double sash windows pierce the roof, and are centered over the recessed wall panels. Each panel is defined by brick quoining and contains two bays. The windows have brown- stone sill and flat,segmental brick lintel, with projecting brick keystones. The walls are finished off with a molded cornice and modillions. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ;ent owner estate of Domenic 4. Map. Draw sketch of bulicting location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. pi p 4( o. �7 Q o n 37M -7 -77 (over) unitect 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 38B -76 Northampton Exterior wall fabric April 1980 E. Lonergan NHC clapboard loos Altered side additions Date late 19th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 17. Original_ owner (if known) 0ri ina.i use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The first known owner of this house was Cylon Moody, a farmer. He is shown owning this house and the one net north in the 1854 map. With its Greek Revival styling the house was probably built only ten or twenty years previous to this date. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with pedimented end to the street. A wide frieze caps the two -story block and apneled pilasters are at the corners. The facade, including the turn -of- the- centuty southern additon is covered by a one- story hipped -roof porch with doubled Tuscan columns and balustrade, which was also added about the turn -of- the century. The southern side has a two- and -a -half story pedimented pro- jection with paneled pilasters, and it is between this projection and the corner of the facade that the two -story hipped roof addition with smooth corner pilasters was added c. 1900. On the northern side of the building is a one -story bay window with round headed 2x2 windows and arched moldings. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1395 Atlases. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 ;189 South St. Lc Name resent residence hip: Private individual Private organization E. Clapp House residence by E. Lonergan Setting Organization NHC Date cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. April 1980 L at e No riginal owner Edward and Sophia Clapp PTION: c. 1850 Source Rp of fPPc1R Style Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) rear addition: c. 1900 Moved Date Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 38B -78 one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) Edward and Sophia Clapp acquired this parcel of land in 1852, and the 1854 map shows this house. Origianlly this building was only four bays deep. The rear four bays seem to have been added between 1895 and 1915, according to the local atlases. The house is two and -a -ahlf stories high with pedimented end to the street. The tympanum is clad with flush boarding and has a rectangular two over two sash win- dow within. The front door is flanked by pilasters and covered by a pedimented porch with double chamferec posts. The southern side of the house has two entrances with hipped roof porches. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state and how the building relates to the development of the community) icJ BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 337 -P. 61, 143 -31. 20M -2/80 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. riap. craw 5Ke1,C;11 ul uuLIulug iueaLIvu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1Northampton :ription: Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Form no. 38B -79 Ferry House clapboard :ent owner Robert Foote, `'Jr. and 1860 -68 William Reardon, Jr. Altered Date 40. SI. Moved Date 5. Lot size. 4::.42' I One acre or less Over one acre V Approximate frontage 100' �T D Approximate distance of building from street 30' Date March 15, 1976 and April 1980 00 6. Recorded by C. Dubie and E. Lonergan Organization NHC Lemuel C. Ferry r. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political residence 9. Historical. significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc. 1860 County Map. Z873, 1884 ad 7,895 Atlases, Registry of Deeds: Bk. 440 -P. 9,362-305, 154 -296. Northwnpton Directory: Z895 -96, Z885 -86, Z868 -69, 1860 -61. t This house was built during the 1860's for Lemuel C. Ferry. The house is two stories in height with ridge roof and central gabled pavilion The raking cornice if the main roof and pavilion is supported by Large brackets on a frieze. A one -story porch with hipped roof, chamfered posts, decorative brackets and balustrade extends across the three -bay facade. On the southern isde of the house is a two -story bay window. Round- henr?od windows are used in the side gables, on the second floor of the pavilion and the first floor of the bay window. ti 2. Town NCB TNAMPTON age 3, CONDITION Excellent High Regular Low WALL COVER: Wood Brick Stone Other ROOF: RidlTe Gambrel Tower Cupola CHIMNEYS: 2 3 4 4. DESCRIPTION STORIES: 1 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings J.L. F Shed PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 note PORTICO overhang FACADE: Gable end: Front /zida. Ornament Flat Hip Mansard Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork in rear Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side Details: Windows: Corners: 5. Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings SoU 3sB -SO Present owner Leroy King Open to public No Dateearly 18 th Style Colonial century 1.70 Source of date Architect unknown Forbes library archives OR part of Area Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added Spacing: f2Pg /Irregular Identical /Varied Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards Material stucco over fieldstone pilasters Photo no SEE REVERSE SIL_: Rai enny no 6. Footage of structure from street 20 Property has 100 feet frontage on street Recorder Miriam E. Peters For Northampton Historical Society Date 1970 recc,w vcc 617.1_ RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE I. Outbuildings 2. Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded Garden: Formal/Informal' Predominant features merge trees Landscape architect 3. Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival. Italian Venetian Gothic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Use: aesidepLial Commercial Religious Conditions: Excellent Following a fire in 1930 dormer windows were added. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND/OR REFERENCE Harriet K Kneeland, Some Old Northampton Homes (.901 Forbes Library archives (Picture in Art Department) Original Owner: Preserved Clapp Deed Information: Book Number Form B. 10M -6.71 -049688 GIVE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC IMPORTANCE OF SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) This house was built in 1704. Purchased from the builder `Preserved Clapp and given to Josiah Clark by his father in intl. After 3 generations of occupancy by the Clark family, it was inhabited by three generations of Ferry's- oie of the Clark daughters married a Ferry. The present owner, kir. King, is a nephew of a Ferry. So the house has continued in the same family without having been sold for over 200 years. Originally a large farm of about 1000 acres went with thc house, and cattle were driven to Boston. When built three was no other house on this side of Mill River, and the old Springfield Road went down what is now Fort Street. There was origfmily a palisade around the property to protect it. The projecting second story has holes for firing shots. There is a hidden room and much of the construction is of heavy timber. RESTRICTIONS Page Registry of Deee 171 South St. z 37M 77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) ;ription: Other features Altered sided Organization NHC Date In Area no. Form no. 38B -81 Northampton gent owner Genevieve Stanislawczyk 1894 -95 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan April 1980 Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75' Approximate distance of building from street C Robert G. Williams residence Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural r Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) house was built in the rrrdd Z890's for Robert Williams, supervisor of the Williams Mfg. Co. The Company manufactured baskets and was located on Srnith St. in Northampton. The house is two stories tall with hipped roof, and a central, gabled pavilion on the three -bay facade. A one -story perch with hipped roof, pedimented entrance, Tuscan columns on square wooden piers and a turned balustrade extend across the fac ?de. The central entrance has sidelights and transom with ornately decorated frame mullions and is flanked by fluted pilasters. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 470 -P. 407. Northampton Directory: 2895 -96. ivlap. Draw in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M -7 -77 (over) Altered Moved 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by Organization Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 38B -83 residenc e iitect Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuilding (describe) Other features Northampton Catherine Benoit Antiquities... ,_p. 182 Bracketed NHC mid 20th c. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Vo o Original owner (if known) Chauncey Clark Original use- residence Subsequent uses (1! any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This property was originally part of the Deacon Josiah Clark home- stead on South St., which was established in 1744.' By the early Z9th century there were two houses on this homeatead, for the two sons of Deacon Clark. The house that was on this parcel of land was removed about 1850 and the present house built. This was for Chauncey Clark, a grandson of Deacon Clark and a prominent person in his °own right. For several years he was a member of the State Legislature, twice a State Senator and was appointed to an office in the cusom House by George Bancroft. He remained in that office for many years, finally returning to Northampton c. 1850. He lived in this house until his death in 1869. After that the property was bought by James Ellsworth, who was a farmer and also served as the town assessor. h1r. Ellsworth maintained this residence fc the rest of the 19th century. The house is two -and -a -half stories in height and T- shaped, with a rear ell. A double bracketed cornice with dentilled frieze runs continuously around the house. The entry has a hipped roof porch with projecting cornice supported by modillions, c- fered posts and carved fan brackets. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County MAp. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 270 -P. 212. Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 1895 -96. Antiquities, Historicals and Graduates of Northampton 1882, pp. 180 -182. Literature Indians Music x Other Architecture Development of town /cif Architec s e eason orr inventorying: ag 5. Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings EE Town NORTHAMPTON Street address 130 South Street Name Theodore Bartlett Homestead Use: original present Home Present owner and Agnes Wright Howland Open to public No Date c 1820 Style Greek Revival Source of date Deeds at Court House Architect Unknown OR part of Area 3, CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered „added, 4. DESCRIPTION Brick Stone Other ?UNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low WALL COVER: Wood clapboard ROOF: Ridge, Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard, Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 (1 in ellaug End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 1 front 2 on ell PORTICO 3 O Photo Date 1971 .e SEE REVERSE SID. Ra l cony FACADE: Gable end: Front /side Ornament 2 front doors (perhaps one added later) Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side Details: Windows: Spacing: Regular /Irregular Identical /Varied Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards 6. Footage of structure from street 28' Property has 3 feet frontage on street Recorder Peter N. Rowe and Miriam E. Peters 1 For Northampton Historical Society (ecetuQd Oil BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two.stooies in height with gale end to the street. The three -bay facade is covered_by a one -story porch with flat roof, pro- jecting cornice with frieze, square posts and patterned balustrade. On the western end of_the° facade is a double entrance 4rhich was probably added around the turn of the century. The western side of the house has a two -story bay window and the is a two -story addition in the rear of the house. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) South St. is one of Northampton's earliest roads and contains the largest number of pre -19th century houses in the city. The street was first permanently settled about 1700, and.was quickly built up with.home- stead lining both sides of the street. Many of these homestead remained in the same family for.generations, and newer houses were built alongside the original 18th century houses. This land was originally part of the Preserved Bartlett homestead, established in_1792. Mr. Bartlett lived at no. 124 South St. until.his death in 1845 at the age of 77. A few years before he died,.Preserved diti ided his estate, deeding his own house to his youngest son_Samuel, and a house next westerly to his son Theodore, who is described as already living there. This is the present no. 130 South_St. Theodore Bartlett lived in the house until his death in 1893 at the age of.85. The property was left to_his son Frederick and daughter Mary (later Mary Foote). In 1913 the house was purchased by Charles Wright for $1550 and until recently remained in the Wright family. 1794 and 1831 Town Maps. 1856 and 1860 County Maps, 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 94 7P. 197 and 198, 692 -241 and 255. Anti.uities Historicals and Graduates of Northampton, S. Clark, 1882, pp 182 20M -2/80 1tIL 1V11/ pu1ivovpiiy Indians XOther Architecture Development of. town /cif Architectural reason for inventorying: 3, CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 STORIES: 1 2 3 4 4. DESCRIPTION JUNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low WW ALL COVER: Wood Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ride Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork Center End Inca inr Irregular Cluster Elaborate ATTACHMENTS: Wings .E11. Shed PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 plus 2 story porch on ell" PORTICO FACADE: Gable end: Front /,c Ornament 5, Indicate location of building in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings Entrance: \'indows: Material Brick and round fieldstone Side Front /Side Details: Spacing: Reou lar /Irregular Identical /Varied Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards ti I r 6 Footage of structure from street 25 Property has 90 feet frontage on street Recorder$ For Northampton Historical Society Photo 13h South Street Street address Name Alice H. Drury Homestead Architect Unknown Altered Addled ell Rs1nnny Use: original present Residence Present owner Mr. and Mrs. John N. Susco Open to public No Date 1713 Style Colonial Source of date Court House Records OR part of Area Pe ter N Rorie any ?ir are E, Pe" ..c SEE REVERSE SIDE Date 1 97 0 rccet ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 22 stories in height with ridge roof and large central chimney.set forward of the.ridge line. >This.last fact, c upled by the very low foundation points to an early 18th century dating wit a re- modelling later in the century resulting in the roof.being raised to its present level. The symmetrical five -bay facade has a central entrance, flanked by slender pilasters, then sidelights and then another set of slender pilasters. This is capped by an entablature with tin projecting cornice. The windows on the second floor of the facade fit tightly under the eaves, and like the other windows of the house are rectangular with two over two sashes. The sides of the house are two bays wide and there is a 1 story rear addition on the eastern side. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) South St. is one of Northampton's earliest roads and today con- tains the largest number of pre -19th century houses in the city. The street, originally on the western side of the Mill River (changed during a WPA pro- ject), was first permanently settled around 1700, and was quickly built up with homesteads_lining both sides of the street. Those_on the southern side extended back over the river bluff and down_into the meadows. The first known owner of this house was Col. Elisha Strong. He was born in 1779 and died in 1849 and was of the sixth generation of the descendants of Elder Ebenezer Strong, son of Elder John Strong, both of Northampton and .among its original settlers. Col. Elisha's grandfather was_Sgt.,Jonathan Strong (1708 -1774 _whose homestead on lower South St. remained in the Strong family for five generations.. Col. Elisha was born in this earlier house, married Mary Fowler in 1806 abd had seven children. He is described as a farmer, also selectman and county commissioner for many years, several times a member of the Mass. Legislature and a prominent man in the town". We know he was living on.this homestead in 1818 when his second child, Elisha, was drowned in_the river. In 1849 Col. Strong died and the house was inherited by .his son, Henry Strong 2nd. _Henry only held onto the homestead for a few years, and after passing through two other short term owner the property was purchased by George L. Wright in 1863 for $2500. Until very recently the property remained in this family. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1794 and 1831 Town Maps. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873,.1884, 1895 and 1915.Atlases. Anti uities Historicals and Graduates of Northampton, S. Clark, 1882, p. 53. istor of the Descendants of Eider Join 8tron_of _p to on n, B. Dwight,p.116 Registry o ee• s: .5 31-48. 20M -2 /BO D sent use residence H. Lamb House Reg. of Deeds Ftlas Outbuildings (describe) Other features pedimented clapboard 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0 AQ:1' (over) Tnwn Northampton In Area no. Form no. 38B -86 •ess 39 Lyman Road sent owner- Jean FlexanderµTod -d cription c1870 "PFlladian" window, double, brackets on frieze, front porch with posts brackets Altered Date Moved from South St. Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date FIC gable with Lonergan February 1980 1G13 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Horace Lamb residence Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9 Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Ly a.n Rd. (originally known as High St.) was laid out _n 1370 by Charles G. ai`re'd Starkweather. T he street ran_ easterly :ram South $t through their family homestead. 37 1873 three houses had been built on the street, and one house had been moved from South St. Horace Lama, owner of a wire manufactory on Claris Ave., bought a lot or. the. street in 1969, and had his house built soon thereafter. The ,property remained in the Lamb .family well into the 20th century. The house is 21 stories high with gable end to the street. The able is aedimented and contains a "Palladian" window. T retail i3 '_provided by double_ r ackets on a frieze board, wide cornerboards anc heavy window cornices. one -story porch with posts, brackets and balustrade =x=end across the front. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1373, 1234 1895 Atlases <e istry of Leeds: 3k.261 -P 380, 275 -100, :'or _hampton Directory: 1873 -74 Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 2 5 -133 ar.d ,75-3:35 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ess 41 Lyman Road R i ent use Residence ription: Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric brick Outbuildings (describe) none 0 0 W c. r 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. tt\ V'1' 4 CYt rA i 14 N a r\ urv��� MHC Photo no. L Ij �r DO NOT WRITE IN T S SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Date In Area no. Form no. 38S- ic37 Northampton Other features 2 stories; ridge roof; cross fable; brick arches and stitchery. converted to Altered residence Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 55 feet r m Y is i ii� 0 0 l V E JUN 4 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet Organization Northampton His torical 7. Original owner (if known) Horace Lamb Original, use Barn, Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science settlement invention Industry Social/ Military Humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) A well built brick barn, now a residence, once part of the homestead of Horace Lamb. Lamb built a bracketed residence on the corner of Lyman Road and East Street about 1870, having purchased the land from Alvah Starkweather, a major landowner on Fort Hill,who in the 1870' s sold tracts of Land off South Street. The area to the rear of the colonial homesteads was developed as Munroe, East, and Columbus Streets. One and a half stories in height, the barn has a gable roof broken by a small gable in the eastern slope. In this facade fenestration is uneven, window openings being round-headed. G•looden latticework detail appears at the entrances. The barn was once a part of the estate including the bracketed style residence to the north, whose bay window is seen at the corner of the attached photograph. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Lori Map of Northampton, 1853, 1860; Atlas, 1873. Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 949.136, 1840.197, 275.100, 254.375, 254,379. 3/`•3 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 49 Lyman Road sent use residence sent owner Fgne s Howland chitect Exterior wall fabric clapb Outbuildings (describe) 47 .4:3 7(3 (over) Town Northampton -ess In Area no. Source Photographic Collection Forbes Library le Federal Other features pedinvented gable with lunette, 12x12 windows Altered porch added Date 38B -89 6. Recorded by Organization Date Form no. Moved from South St. Date 1870 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC February 1980 ._..7. Original owner (if known) Original use Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Charles c, Martha Starkwopi residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitaria.n Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house originally stood on South St., where Lyman .7d. now joins the street. Haynes Kingsley, a member of cae remiy tnat hac settle:: on South St. in 1739, owned land in this area His daughter :s. married Charles Starkweather in 1781, and her father had this house built in 1788 for them. Charles awned and operated a frist mill and sawmill on—the oanks of the River off of Clark :ve. The homestead passed to the son, Ha Kin:jsley Star'.7cweether, and at his death to his son, Charles G. Starkweather. :.7.harles, and his hi-other ?lfred s the homesta for recidential .7.:eve1opment, and ooened up High St. Lyman ?d.) in 1370. 'Their -,Trand- lather's house was roved to its current site az that time. had new house built on High St., while charles G. esided on out St. in the ouse of his :_n:et-grandfather, 1- 7, 7ingsley (the hous ui1t 01750 and ...7own in 1733). e house on Lyman Rd. is storias in 'noight with 7able:3 t0 street. Ehz. 7..a is pedimented and has a lunetts within. L winc:ows are ostiv 1 over 12, 'rc there --o two entranr-es, .2.17.h with transom, antahla- '7 oi,laster= loce;-=d on- on thP ron on ori7n?.11; =itr. in wih Is end to the 13 shown in an ..7.arly ..?hotogr:loh. 10. Bibliog and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) of 7";.333- 7:73-1Y; ho:' anc: �a government Literature Music Development of town /city Architectural reason for inventorying: age \V ALL COVER: Wood Religion /philosophy Indians x Other ars hi tecture clapboards 4. DESCRIPTION CHIMNEYS: 1 2 3 4 STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings PORCHES: L 2 3 4 rear on ell PORTICO NORTHAMPTON Street address L144 South Street Name SEE REVERSE SID. Col. Elisha Strong Homestead Use: original present Residence present- 2- family residence Present owner Carolyn P. Wright, Agnes W. Howland Open to public no Date c 1800 Style Colonial Source of date Court ho use deeds Architect unknown OR part of Area CONDITION Excellent Load_ Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added 'OUNDATION /BASEMENT High Regular Low Material stone boulders and brick Ralnnny 3 B f3 -TjU Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ride Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork plus 1 in ell End 11 Irregular Cluster Elaborate FACADE: f' =ah1e Pnd• Front /side Ornament Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side Details: side lights 4 Doric Clasical columns slight recess panelled doorway Windows: Spacing: oula /Irregular Identical /Varied Corners: 2,1,21/1_ Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards 5, Indicate location of building in relation to 6,. Footage of structure from street 35 nearest cross streets and other buildings Property has 70 feet frontage on street laa Recorder Peter N, Rowe_ap.d Miri ?m E. Petra -I +L t z For Northampton Histnriral Society Photo Date 1970 .iO U T H__. -1 "1Jjr kL :e) Cec 070- BIBLIOGRAPHY and/or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE describe important architectural evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in height with ridge roof and two interior chimneys. The symmetrical five —bay facade is set off by a wide frieze under the eaves and narrow cornerboards and the central entrance is cov ered by a portico with hipped roof and square posts on pedestals. The win dows on the house are °rectangular with two over two sashes, and are cappel by projecting cornices. The east and west sides of the house are one bay wide and pedimented, with a small oculus contained within the pediment. A two —story addition prajects from the rear of the house and has a two story porch on its western side. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) .South St. is one of Northampton's earliest roads and .has the largest number of pre -19th century houses. The street, originally on the western sdie of the Mill River, was first permanently settled around 1700, and was quickly built up. with homesteads. _The. southern side of the street had lots which extended back over the terrace bluffs and down into the meadows. It would appear as.if this house was built in the.early 19th century. In 1807 Eleakim Clapp sold`this land to Horace Graves, a printer. The next year Mr. Graves sold the property to Nathaniel Parsons, who later left the property as a legacy to his daughter, Sarah Parsons Janes. The Janes family maintained this homestead until the early 20th century. 20!x; -2/B0 371-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston o in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate! north. (over) ource Req. of Deeds Directory Queen Pnne Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Northampton Approximate frontage 55' slate roof with eyelid dormer, 2 story front bay with gable roof, wrao around front porch Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date February 1980 Form no. 38B -92 lo b Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation checked above) Conservation Education Exploration settlement Industry Military Political T'^ "ay 1893, John {eating- sold a par. of '1 and to Tomas l v. which a ..wi se .gas 1i in :.:e following year t <i1ey was a stone '^..ason, and %aS listed as living here in t'e 1394 -95 local Ciro :to y. �uaeri styled house has a Slate py roof, vith f :o'!t and side tables, c_aooirig a two story complex ;'.ass. swept or??eL '.wreaks roof above tC a '?lain entrance on the facade, while. a ..r ao-a ound co c l o'/e.as the ntrarLto on tha n first floor. The 2orc:1 is� compose: O i_ur.iC l posts, ieze o Turned spi`les, and a ua1u:. grade a turned ..iai s has 3 'rO ject� O.. with p2.. :Tl ieat?C cam. :�1L' �t Vi.e }.is:':C° able :aos 2-story by at the :�,V corner, enc.: is ornamented •:it iv='_1''--cut shingles and a recessed arch. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories. deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) O_ ants. ;59-P.449, 316 -103 Thomas 'Kile-v in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 371 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston E. T N (over) In Area no. Form no. 38B -93. Northampton Sent owner John Kathleen O'Neil �ription 6. Recorded by Organization Date 1894 -95 Approximate frontage 55' 3 story tower with flared; pyramidal roof. hipped slate roof with front and side gables, entrance porch Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 20 25' E. Lonergan NHC February 1980 I Original owner (if known Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal. Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In narch 1894 Thomas H. Kiley sold part of his 1:0mestead to Thomas Catherine Ailey, and house as built by the time of the 1395 :ties. Thomas 1:.i ley is listed as working for the Boston x Maine RR and living at 27 State St. in 1395 and 1905, so this probably never serves as his residence. This Queen -•nre styled residence has a Nigh hipped slate roof, with Front and side gables. .7 three-story corner tower is canoed b y a ;tar D yra -1da1 slate roof and has a one -story porch p ro joct1:1g from its front. 1“, pore has turned hosts, ra frieze of turned spindles, and the remnant a b 1 st r a d gables, on the third floor of the tower, and as a wide band S.^.ar'ating ___at and second floor windows. The front gable tops a two-story, to 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps. etc.) 1-p 1795 :1—las ::try Te ds: 3k. e:35-9.282, ort::e ton rep_ :or i 1995-96, 1905 Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 617 —1 b with turned balusters. Fish-scal2 shingles are used in the FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Munroe Street 4. Map. Draw sxeLuu vi uuL.m.Lb in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings.; Indicate north. 0 cT 2 I 7 MVN Ao 1f7zE r 0 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75— R061465 (over) In Area no. Form no. 38S -9y Northampton ant owner Christine C. ription: awlo ski c. 1870 Registry of Deeds 275.100; Atlas of Northampton, 1973 dtect unknown- probably W. F. Pratt clapboards Outbuildings (describe) Other features flat roof with deep overhang; corner entranceway; decorative ventillator grills; bays Altered additions Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre 11S fPPi- Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization No rt hamp ton Hi S ri teal Commi ssion Date S t JUN 4 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known} H. Broom Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This Victorian resi- dence Wa built on land to the rear of ,outh Street about 1870. Si raar in style to the adjoining H. M. Smith residence designed in 1869 by W. F. Pratt, the 'dwe.11. ng appears on the Atlas of 1873. Franklin (Munroe), East, and portions of High (Lyman) Street were opened in 1870 and residential developnent occurred in the area to the rear of the old colonial homesteads on South Street. The design is typical of W. F. Pratt' s Italianate houses, v:ith asymmetrical massing, prominent bay, and broad flat cornices above Window openings. Decorative ventillator grills appear in the deep cornice. 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds, Hampshire Gouty, 275.100, Atlas of Northampton, Hampshire Daily Hampshire Gazette, October 5, 1869. r,,..;Liitect Wm. F. Pratt Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) none FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of 13 mining location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. in,vdn✓(.e±. pv& 3 -Y MkN Kor V 3 O t" l 5M- 2- 75- R061465 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) ent owner Mary Zalesky ription: 1869 )urce October 5, 1869 Other features flat roof with deep overhang; window cornices; corner entrance way as in Hunt house on Bridge Street Altered additions Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less In Area no. Form no. Daily Hampshire Gazette Bracketed Over one acre Approximate frontage 115 feet Approximate distance of building from street 15 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Northampton Hi sto ri cal Commi ssion Date June 30 1975 1 ECELVED JUN 4 976 MASS. HIST. G R Original owner (if known) H Original use Srni t h Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Resiience 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) William F. Pratt, local architect, designed this house for H M. Smith of the firm of Smith and Stephens in 1369. Pratt here employed the corner entranceway which he used in 1859 in the Gothic Seth Hunt House on Bridge Street (117)© Similar in style to the house at 16 Munroe Street, the Smith house if an L-shaped mass. whose ends are emphasized by bays and double windows. Decorative grills appear in the cornice. A corner entrance used by Pratt in other dwellings is a single story protected by a portico. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such "as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, October 5, 1869; 1873 Seer' s Atlas. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross.streets and other buildings. Indicate north. y n/I'/v gon-D o o o r- rEr STREET DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE US GS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M 2 75 R061465 (over) Architect tower; gabl Moved 5. Lot size: iption: no One acre or less 6. Recorded by C Dubie Organization Commi ssion Date In Area no. Form no. 3 (bL3-gb Northampton 30 Munroe Street Hails. Exterior wall fabric nt owner p tii- Templ e 877 -184 egi stry o eds 334.141; irce 1873,1884 Atlas of Northampton rnknotort shingles over clapboards Outbuildings (describe) none Other features L shaped plan wi th tower;rmPrs; additions various additions Altered Date 15 feet June Date x Over one acre Approximate frontage 140 feet JUN 4 1976 Approximate distance of building from street Northampton Eiistorical. 7. Original owner (if known) Sarah Currier Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This residence with tower and gables was built between 1877 and 1884 for Sarah Currier, who acquired the land in two parcels from Sarah Janes in 1877 and 1882 The structure includes an L- shaped plan with three story tower located at the joining of the masses. The tower features a steep hipped roof with four dormers. The main mass is covered by a ridge roof. Fenestration is irregular and windows are 2/2 with plain casements. Several additions- an entrance porch and rear wing -are present. c 2. 10, Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 372.325. Registry of Leeds, Han-F?shire County, 1806.174, 334. 141, Beer's 1373 Atlas of :Hampshire County; s 1884 Atlas o f_ 1 t ha:.:?t_on 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size. One acre or less n Area no. Approximate frontage 7 5 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date April 1980 20' NHC Form no. 38B-101 garage Date Date x Over one acre__ Approximate distance of building from street 1021 Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural X Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation This large double house was built around 1895. The 1895 -96 local directory lists Timothy and James Mc Grath as both residing here. The Mc Grath brothers repaired carriages arid operated a blacksmith shop in the center of Northampton at 19 Armory St. The slate roof is broken by two gabled dormers at either end of the front slope. These dormers cap two- story, three -sided bays. A full- length front porch with a projecting, gabled entrance adorns the first floor of the facade. The porch has a lattice base, spindle frieze, balustrade and turned posts. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases' Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96, 1900, 1905 1915 and 192). Architectural reason for inventorying: age arid. type Windows: Spacing: Re oular /Irregular Identical /Varied nearest cross streets and other buildings 2. Town NORT} PTO i Form? Street address 118 South Street Name DAR Huse (Caann House) Betty Allen Chapter Use: original present Home Present: Headquarters D.A.R. Present owner D.A.R. Betty Allen Chapter Open to public yes Date 1713 Style Colonial Source of dateD A R records also see references on back Architect _urn'k-nc, n R OR part of Area 3. CONDITION Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated Moved Altered Added 4, DESCRIPTION FOUNDATION /BASEMENT: High Regular Low Material Fieldstone r:rr n -7 WALL COVER: Wood r.?hphna-rr Brick Stone Other ROOF: Ridge Gambrel Flat Hip Mansard Tower Cupola Dormer windows Balustrade Grillwork CHIMNEYS: 1.2 3 4 Center End Interior Irregular Cluster Elaborate STORIES: 1 2 3 4 ATTACHMENTS: Wings Ell Shed PORCHES: 1 2 3 4 none PORTICO Ralonny FACADE: Gable end: Front side Ornament Entrance: Side Front: Center /Side Details: Pilasters, Pedir:cnt, Spiel] penes a'hnve dionr SEE REVERSE SIDE Cornice.: ?.hovA win Corners: Plain Pilasters Quoins Cornerboards 5. Indicate location of building in relation to 6. Footage of structure from street 2 Property has 90 feet frontage on street Recorder Miriam E., Peters Photo Date 3970 RELATION OF SURROUNDING TO STRUCTURE Use: Residential Commercial Religious 1. Outbuildings 2, Landscape Features: Agriculture Open Wooded C- arden: Formal /Informal Predominant features T rzc, along f -1 r c o Landscape architect 3, Neighboring Structures Style: Colonial Federal Greek Revival Gothic Revival Italian Villa Lombard Rom, Venetian C -othic Mansard Richardsonian Modern Conditions: Excellent Good Fair Deteriorated GiVE A BRiEF DESCRIPTION OF HISTORIC 11VIPORTANCE OP SITE (Refer and elaborate on theme circled on front of form) House built by Roger Clapp (16314-1769), Captain in the French and Indian Wars. The property was farmed 'oy his descendant David Monroe Clapp. The Clapp descendants lived there until Karl S. Putnam bought and re c oed it and then sold it to the Betty Allen Chapter of the DAR in 1926. Dam d Monroe Clapp was a direct descendant of Preserved Clapp, Isa C?eldor and Th. Ford, early settlers of Northampton, and from James Chilton, Mayflower passenger. Roger app was related by marriage Cooks, S r s L Il l' c all early settlers. This s ela�ed ira gage to Coo__a, tro ten, G. ear' L_t- -..�U _is ome. i,eari was in the family from 1713 to 1882 at least)- Roger lived There 17130 17620 His father Preserved, settled 1661 and lived here until 1720. C Roger had been Copt. and commanded Boston Harbor. Son Simeon (8th and youngest son) b. 1728 lived on homestead 814 years. also became a captains His sons Simeon and Warham shared :e ._o.__steade 'r'larharn share passed out of the family; Simeon's (175 -185 and son nas and son i lliam L'. (b. 1820* held it until 1882 (5th generation) is house contains a beautiful stairway Brought from Boston by the builder. i, was a 'l r from a much older house there as it is an exact copy of the pulpit staircase of' Chapel which was made in 1717 BIBLIOGRAPHY AND /OR REFERENCE Parriet Kneeland, Some Old Northampton Houses (1909) p.26 Forbes Library Archives- Pictures in Art Denartmerlt. 81hN p Dl Filed "Clapp Houses" information on back- pictures of interiors as restored. Martha DeB Beaver, D A R Home Captues Beuty of Former Era Daily Hampshire Gazetter 18 Feb. 1971- p. 10 with photos interior Rev. Solomon Clark, Anti uiti es, Historicals and Graduates of Northampton (1882) pp 125-7 RESTRICTIONS Original Owner: Rorer Clapp Deed Information: Book Number Page Form B. 10M -6 -71 -049688 Registry of Deeds ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 21 stories in height with ridge roof and central chimne The symmetrical five-bay facade has 12 over 12 sash windows, with those on the e second floor set tightly under the eaves and those on the first floor capped by heavy cornices. The central entrance has fluted pilasters, a six -iicht transom, :a:ultirle arc ri traves and a molded pediment. The sides of the house each _lave a single line of win dows >it the one in the gable having over sashes, and the first and second floor windows havinc 12 over 12 sashes an heavy cornices. There are two rear additions, the first of which is possibly a remodeled on ±nal lean -to. continued. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the-building relates to the development_ of the community) This is one of the finest reraini nc"' Colonial houses in 'ort^a-nton. It appears to have been built in the -laid 18th century and served as the homestead for members of the Clapp family until the early 20th century. Ca ^t. Pccer Clapp was the first ?member of the family ily to settle on the street, do so in 1713. 7is homestead was located on the northern side of the street id 19th century maps show houses of the family on both sides o f the e street along its entire length. J T'arl Putnam, the 20th century. restoration work. the prominent local architect, purchased the house ea He lived here for a number of years and did considerabl In 1926 the property was sold to Eetty Allen Chapter of the BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1794 and 1 831 "ass 1873, 18•, a d 1895 Atlases Forbes Library- Photo Archives- "Clapp mouse' 20M-2/80 INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET ACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMSSION Office of the Secretary, Boston A ?CHITE^TuPAT 3IS7TEICA CE •e C ty: Northampton Property Name' r2.1 an^ "ouse s tate -each item on inventory form which is being continued beim/. The interior front staircase is reputed to be an exact cony cf the pulpit staircase of 'r'ing's 'Chapei in Boston. The hall and parlor each have a paneled wall with large fireplace and the fire 1A.u. c•` the "kitchen" is broad, spanned by a large bear and with a bake oven in the rear. Form No: 333 -102 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4 .0 in relation to nearest cross, streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M- 5- 73-075074 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features flat roof with central wall cable on facade, 2 story corner bay entrance portico with Roman Doric columns Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 75 Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 38B-103 Daniel Shirley Levir. f Deeds Directory X Over one acre 20' NHC February 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Vernc'tt E. Clevelan` residence Conservation Education Exploration settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) tavie M. Clap°, C South E farmer ant .memb_r or a f2 i 1 w`icz ha first settles on South St. in 1713, ownef land between what =s Franklin now Munroe t n v Columbus His S e) a ,c c�.ua:bu s ts stead sire d r easterly from South St. over the brow of the Mill River terrace into the meadows. After his death his daughters, Harriet and Jane, ac^ ir.-. the property. Lots were sold on the southside of Munroe St. In 1892 Vernett Cleveland boughtthis lot from Harriet Clapp and had this house built by 1894. Mr. Cleveland was a bookkeeper ;or the Smit_. Carr Baking Co. The house is a large two-story cubic mass with a 2-st rear ell. A flat roof with wide eaves caps the house. The roof is broker. by a central wall gable with lunette on the f2Caee, while the symmetry of the cube is broken by the 2-story corner bay. t portico with Roman Doric columns covers the entrance. Trim is provided by cornerboards, e wide frieze with patterned ventilators, and'prominert entablatures over the windows on the sides and the 2nd floor windows on the facade. Simple shelfs are used for the first floor facade windows. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 1895 L- tlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.455- P.197, 455 -349, 784 -236 Northampton Directory: 1894 -95 assessor's records, 3/73 37m-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of, the Secretary, State House, Boston 15-17 Munroe St. ource Atlas and Directory hitect t.'1Vldip Ltaw oiwwaa v in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. c3 (over) ;ent owner Alvin and Gloria Conz 3ription: Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building` from street 20' 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 38B -105 Northampton 1895-96 x Over one acre Lonergan_ NHC April 1980 garage Date mid 20th c. 70' Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation checked above) 7. Original owner (if known Robert Newton and Marcia Chabot Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal C onservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes In February 1895 Harriet L. Clapp, heir to the D. Munroe Clapp estate, sold a lot to Mr. Newton and Mrs. Chabot. During the next year this large double residence was built. Mrs. Chabot' lived next Bast at 19 Munroe St. and undoubtedly rented her half of the house. Mr. Newton was employed as a clerk downtown and is first listed as living at 15 Munroe St. in the 1896 -97 directory. The house is two and a half stories in height with slate, side -gable roof. Two large, projecting wall dormers are at either end of the facade and cap two-story, three -sided bays. A one -story front porch with projecting, pedimented entrance extends between the two bays. The tympanumis decorated with an ornate, low relief sculpture, and the porch also has Tuscan columns and a balustrade with 'ship's' whel'° patterns interspersed between groups of balusters. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1896 -97. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 474 -P. 316, 761 -193. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1895 -1915 Atlases in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. z7 A V 5224f C (over) >ent owner Albert and Stephanie Descarage hitect Exterior wall fabric Other features Northampton 2nd floor Altered screened porch Date 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. a Form no. 38B -107 20' Lonergan NHC April 1980 brick Over one acre 40' Approximate distance of building from, street Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes Munroe St. was laid out in the early '1870's along the northern edge of David Munroe Clapp's South St. hornestead Originally known as Franklin Ave. the name was changed in 1882 and by 1384 six houses had been built on the street. By 1895 this total had increased to sixteen houses. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 413 -P. 39, 400 -10. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1886 -87, This brick house was one of the later houses to be built on the street. Its a two family house with horizontal separation, so that each family has a complete floor. Two and a half stories in height, and with gable end to the street, the house uses brownstone for the win dow- sills and has a two story, three -sided bay with slate roof at the north- west corner of the facade. A two -story half porch covers the rest of the front. The porch has Tuscan columns resting on___ stone piers and a--- balu- strade on the first floor. 37M-7--77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston t. 1v13p. liraw SKeLCn at Ju11Uing LUCation in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. m Northampton Approximate frontage 90' Form no. 38E -108 sent owner Chester Grace Zyndors cription: 1874 Exterior wall fabric P spha It shingles Outbuildings (describe) Other features front porch with _cham- fered posts and patterned balustrade, 1 story side ha "Gothic" window in gable Altered sided Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre mid 20th C. Approximate distance of building from street 20' E. Lonergan NHC February 1980 1 017 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development early maps, etc.) Charles R. Cart residence Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Davie M. Claop, a South S treet farmer and member of t "c rat ui1y that had settled on South St. in 1704, owned lend stretc:":ing.'`ro:r South St. easterly over the brow of the old Mill River terrace into the meadows, and south of Munroe Ave.). origi ally known as Franklin '.vee) In the arly 1370's he bagan selling lots on the south side of Munroe St. By 1973 one house had been constructed (no. 37). In September of 1373 Clapp sold a lot to Charles Farr, a local carpenter. Mr. Farr probable built this house and is first listed as living -ere in 1374 In 1335 he bou-;h a te lot o.m DM C daughters, n built c (no. 3 Ot irv... Vii'. ...'13o"J S a 7: -r5, 3T; .j.111i. 3 now house ^O. t..) However, by 1895 he had returned t0 95 Munroe S. This story house with gable end to =ill has bPPn covP- no longer .'.a...fered s. t h e story rear with asphalt shingles, so that most :ri... tall is visible. However, the one -story front ^o:_. remains, a nd its osts with ^.olfe capitals, end balustrade of cut-out patter's s'i11 of the carpenter. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation ^e street .T-flaws 1t' .7.k. ?0 -?.7[ 590-24, 5':)0,-114 _.'J�..,. u ..'ir'1czcrv: 1273-74, 4, 75 -7 and 1 2 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston residence 4. Map. Draw sxetcn of ouiiaing iucaLiuu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) :nt use a nt owner Howard Bancroft and rir onitect Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) frame garage Other features Altered sided Moved y 5. Lot size 0 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no. 38B -109 1 Northampton One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 80' Approximate distance of building from street Lonergan NHC Date April 1980 Ruth Frenier Date mid 20th c. Date 20' 7. Original owner (if known) Waldo H. Lamb Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Munroe St. was laid out in the early 1870 °s, and was originally known as Franklin Ave. The street was laid out along the northern edge of David M. Clapp °s homestead on South St. and extended southeasterly to the edge of the bluff overlooking the Connecticut River meadows. Waldo Lamb was an owner, with Horace Lamb, of the Horace Lamb Co. wire manufactory on Clark Ave. He was listed as first living here in the 1880 directory. The house is two and a half stories in height, with gable enc to the street. A small entry portico has chamfered posts and a low balustrade. A small two over two sash window with "Gothic" upper sash and a raking cornice hood decorates the facade's gable. In the rear is a two -story ell which has a two story porch on the eastern side. The eastern side also has a one- story, three- sided bay. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds! 3k. 484 -P. 127, 474 -316. Northampton Directory: 1875 -76, 1880 -81, 1885 -86, 1895 -96. Putnam Bayley ant owner Edward Sheehan FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. M NCZ-Q MHC Photo no. VinveMt i eti P ro re r-1-►/ D 12 5T. coLumbu5 PrvE. r DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 3 stories; deep sweeping gable; gabled dormer with fan window Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 110 feet Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization 15 feet C. lkubi e Northampton Historical Co fED JUN 4 105 MASS. HIST. CO .i 'iginal owner of known) Jo H. Maloney Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence heanes''`(check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion. Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This shingle style residence was built in 1896 for Jo Ha Maloney and designed by Putnam and Bayley, local architects. The first shingle style residence in Northampton was designed by Putnam Bayley in 1893 for Judge Hammond; t:iis was a full decade after the early shingle projects of Ha H Itichardson and McKim, Mead, and Whites The design includes a sweeping gable, classical motifs, and small scale shingling and clapboards on the exterior wall surface. It relates to other, earlier Queen Anne residences on Munroe and Columbus Streets as well as to Putnam' s own Shingle style residence on Columbus Avenue. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hampshire Gazette January 6, 1896; Atlas of Northampton, 1895© 3/73 1 37 Munroe Street source .'tlas Reg. o Deeds 371 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 'f. Map. Lraw site .e!1 Ul UULLULus ivy a�avii in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) .z� hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) 11/2 story barn -co n- nected Other featuresentrance portico with posts, heavy window cornices, round- ;,eaded window in cable Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Ni -IC Date n Northampton cription: In Area no, 15 90' 80' E. Lonergan February 1980 Form no. 38B -111 sent owner John Eleanor Ouimet l 03o Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) _:ichar�, 3. Dais Jr. Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication tililitary humanitarian Community development Political. Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) LO. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records. early maps, etc.) i 1 J' �7 tor a 1373-74 :his was _ne first ouse i) i 1t on the southern e a-._ _S the only house s: q or the ties is farmer and member of the family nat: hac settled n So uth n ne:. 2' of ha isn. -zc th of _:ro2 St. from c brow of the -1 ?i 11 P iG_ ^.rr ?c2 _rto frhe 1 :3J C's e °gar 321i 1 J lots ..or .:o.....:s..'ee ..s on the St. 7.i.onar.17 13a`. is Jr. a c3:ria r, :for of 7a is Co., 'i:.1_.. .'3S lcostazf on Zoutn 5t. _:r sent .Louse is stories '•sic^ g__ i e ar,f. to ane s- yr .o. r' 2 r all onnec ti._y tha :ouza to the '`.:..,r `_:_-J -L1 costs on •]a el2d bases ".e_s a'....a`ancea e ..3..^f.y ::ban's and :7o1 cf .._ie7o .;..s!d as twit 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston esent use residence esent owner Robert Mary Ryan ascription: .te 1894 -95 Source Reg. of Dee s ties ,ale _•chitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 388 -112 wn Northampton dress_. 39 Munroe Street Outbuildings (describe) large carnage ausc Other features high hip slate roof with hi peed front dormer and swept side dormer frontporch with Tuscan columns anc] balustrde Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 80' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Date 20' Lonergan NHC February 1980 i3 Original o C Original use ner (if known) Luther G. Stearns Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes Luther Stearns was listed as a 'concrete paver er :C' 'a ;_S a se Quilt in 1.994-35. The House is 1Dasicall a two -story e c,, l :,io slate root. r hipped dormer with ccu.:1e 'Nii-i„ow 'hre.aks the front, g inile Fiweot dormer and hipped roof over a two -story projection a !r e. ro,�c� ion �r• the s i Lull- length, one-story porch with Tuscan co1'u.nIns aril e mead,-.. variety of window forms, including a over- sized f=ont �indcw ?nd an elliptical window with keystone tt this turn- of -the- century house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 133 s 1395 tlases _..:gistr i of reeds. 3k.470 -9.95 1. Directory. 1295-06 residence 4 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION' Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ;ription: W. Leary House 1912 -14 Dutch Colonial 1 1V1a EJ, LL c. W.. or..cl.l'll vi ;vuiaui�is. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 1 o (over) utect. In Area no. Form no. 38B -113 Northampton Reg. of Deeds and Directory first floor:clapboard Exterior wall fabric second sh ingl e_ Outbuildings (describe) Other features gambrel roof with shed dormers, 1 rge front porch with piers Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 73' Approximate distance of building from street 20'' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date February 1980 103 Paola Velli William E. Leary Original owner (if known Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 678 -P. 512. Northampton Directory: 1914. residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation In 1912 Harriet Clapp sold one of the last remaining lots Munroe St. to William Leary. Munroe St., originally named Franklin Ave., had been laid out in the early 1870 °s and lots had been developed since that time. William Leary was employed by the T.F. Mc Grath Co., leaf tobacco dealers on Pleasant St., and is first listed as living on Munroe St. in 1914. This free adaption of the Dutch Colonial Styke has a clap boarded first floor and shingled second floor. A shed dormer pierces the upper sloe of the gambrel roof while two dormers, separated by a recessed double window, break the lower slope. The first floor of the facade has two, paneled, three -sided bays at either end, with a one story porch connecting them. The porch has a balustrade and posts with moldings. 1 0. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assess r e cor ds. early maps, etc.) large 4 Other features Qunburst motif in Locke House'" Queen Anne Foley FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary_ State Hn11RP. Rnatnn te r v 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect C. H. Jones in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric wood "s hingles y 1 6� pfrok 1.456 5M- 2- 75- R061465 coLUr! 64 5T DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. \\I t �r) j �r Outbuildings (describe), Moved 5. Lot size: 'i One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 120 feet Approximate distance of building from street 50 feet C, Dubi e 6. Recorded by Nnrtham/1ton ;SS 152 South Street ;nt use Residence' :nt owner Charles H. pnrch gahl A Date 1033 In Area no. Form no. 3sCI-115 (Mrs. George Strong House) 1887 Daily Kamp shire Gazette irce November 22, 1887 octagonal tower; central with fine balustrade; Organization Northampton Historical c_ oCommission Date June 10, 1975 7. Original owner (if known) Mrs© Georze Strong Original use Residence' Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Residence Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) C Ho Jones, local, archjtect0 1875, Gazette notes that "C. H. Jones of this town, the well known painter, is acquiring quite a. reputation as an architect." A schoolhouse and hotel were at that time attributed to him; by 1887, the year of the design of the Strong (Locke) house, Jones had planned 57 houses, 3 churches, and other buildings. t°His first house was the house of Wm. A. Dickinson, Hatfield. 1 Other residences in Northampton designed by Jones include the Crooks House (28 Pomeroy Terrace), Mrs. George (Martha) Strong sold the residence to Mary A. Locke in 1895 and the Locke name appears along with the house on the 1895 Atlas of Northampton© It is probably for this reason that the house is locally known as the Locke House. Theee stories in height, the residence is irregularly massed and incorporates numerous gables, an octagonal tower, and a turretted secand story porch. Wood siding is delicately scaled and scallopped; porch railings and slim balusters contribute to the lightness of the composition. Decorative glass beading appears in panels on the corner tower. Interiors are modestly executed. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Daily Hampshire Gazette, April 26, 1887, November 11, 18370 Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 475 ®5, 4100434. Atlas of Northampton, 18950 Architect Reg. of Deeds F.tlas Queen Fnne 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of ouilaing location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 38E -118 Northampton sent owner F. Vincent Marjorie Er -ikson 1 034- Exterior wall fabric 1st -c lapboa S�, nd- Outbuildings (describe) Other features slate pyrami(?a1 roof, corner oriel with pedimented gable and front porch Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 64' Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date February 1980 S. Themes Recreation Religion Science/ invention' Social/ humanitarian Transportation ram `.'unroe Et. Original owner (if known) Subsequent uses (if any) and dates (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) East St. was extended southwesterly the time of the Columbus ."ve. subdivision in the early 1 L 390's u'a. a painter and Daher hanger in business with _dwPrd F.ol'=e (Pierce 14 Rolfe), had this house built in 1994-95. t the same c.:.e _'.OLfe r house_ built On the lot next south. ier':2' S house has a slate, pyraT. 1 roar topping C..e two- story block. corner oriel with oedimented gable ?nd a two- and- -ha1`_ story bl side crojection break up the 'mass, while vertical and horizontal wide :oar? and the use Of decoratively-cut shl. Iles '(d to the va:i n n or.: shed d with over t extends O -Stw�� S:i roof porch X71 ii j?..Nla Obi i L:ac. entrance ._.X�c?1 5 LiOSS stir :'jade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1 1 tLases of 2a2.725 :7 -D. JJ 4::,7- -41 A FORM 13 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office`' of the Secretary, State House, Boston DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Moved 6. Recorded by In Area no. 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Arcnitect unknown in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric i NVE I Form no. 39g -Iz) :nt owner George and Mary Durham clapboards mo roz Ty Outbuildings (describe) Other features 2 stories, ridge roof; 5 bays wide, 2 deep; entrance w/ none' Greek Revival details® later chimney, Altered siding Date no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 80 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet C. Diable Organization Northampton Historical Co Date Oc tet"= '.�*.`i #r JUN 3 0 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE" (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two-and-a-half stories in height with ridge roof and one remaining interior chimney. The five -bay facade has a central entrance with pilasters, pediment and sidelights. The windows have six over six sashes. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1794 and 1831 Town Maps. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 588 -P. 429, 43 -266. Registry of Probate: Bk. 32 -P. 262, 348 and 656. Record of the Clapp Family in America. 1876, p. 34, 35, and 336. b HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This is one of several 18th century houses built on South St. The street was first permanently settled in the late 17th century and remains' today primarily a residential street. Captain Roger Clapp was the first member of the Clapp family to establish.a homestead on South St.,doing so on the northern side of the street in 1713. There has been a member of this family on the street eversince. The house was probably built for Azariah Clapp, third son of Asahel Clapp and grandson of Capt. Rager Clapp. Azariah was born during the 1750's and probably established his homestead at the time of his marriage to Esther Tileston (c. 1780). At his death in 1819 the property was left to his son, also named Azariah. The property remained in the Clapp family until about 1900 when the seconds Azariah's widow, 'Elizabeth D. Clapp passed away. 1873, 1884, 1895 Atlases. 2 0M-2/ 80 Original owner (if known) unknnymi Original use homestead r 7 •r r a Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Locally known' as the Captain Preserved Clapp House, this simple colonial dwelling is located on South Street (route 10) in Northampton. The Clapp family owned many of the structures on the highway and sold house lots from these homesteads during the nineteenth century with the result that Italianate, Federal, and Queen Anne style nooses are interspersed with the earlier colonials, The Clapp House share Sri th other early houses on South Street thefive- bay facade, low foundation, and entrance Mo dified in the early nineteenth century. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Atlases of Northampton: 1860, 1873, 1884, 1894 Forbes Library® in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north, 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) ress 16-18 Columbus Avenue sent use residence .sent owner Howard Anderson ;cription: e 1892-93 3ource Reg. of Deeds Directory e 3hitect Exterior wall fabric Northampton Outbuildings (describe) garage Other features gabled dormer with decor- ative shingles, 1 story front porch with turned posts brackets Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 82' Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by Organization Date February 1980 In Area no. clapboard E. Lonergan. NHC Form no. 38B-123 10.3(c Original owner (if known) Original use. Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Second Congregational Society of Northampton personage residence S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religioa Architectural Exploration Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Columbus Ave., with lots on bath sides, was filed on a subdivision plan in 1892. The street was opened through the South St© homestead of Elizabeth Clapp. The Clapp family is one of the oldest in the South St. are Preserved Clapp was granted land on the north side of the gtreet, where today School St. and Fort Dill Ter. age. This land, obtained in 1661 when Preserved settled in Northampton, was to have served as a homestead, however the "frontier nature of Northampton prevented this No settlement occurred west of the Mill River until 1696. Captain Roger Clapp, Preserved °s son, settled on South St. in 17130 He occupied land on the south side of the street. Most of these lands remained in the Clapp family through the 19th century. During 1892,. the Second Congregational Society obtained lot #4 of this subdivision, and built this house as a parsonage. Rev. Richard Ad Griffin is listed`as residing here in the 1892 -93 Directory. The 2' story, 3 bay house has a slate, gabled roof with gabled dormer. Sawtooth shingles are used the gable. A one-story, hipped roof porch extends across the entire facade. Turned posts, fan brackets, square balusters, and lattice base are decorative elements used on the porch. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc. Registry of Deeds: Bka449- Pa410, 449 -319 1895 Atlas Northampton Directory: 1885-86, 92 -93 Anti.uities. Historicals and Graduates of Northampton, S,Clark, 1882 pp 125- 127 Map of the Homelots of the First Settlers of Northampton, James R. Trumbull, 1902 ent owner Carolyn K. Brandt Colonial Revival 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 4. Map. Draw sketch of ouniuing in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) �.litect Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 38B -125 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NHC first floor: brick February 1980 carriage house X Exterior wall fabricsernna floor cla-pboare Other featureshigh hipped roof, with flaring, hipped dormers, scroll brack- ets under eaves, one story front porch Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: n 3 th5g One acre or. less x Over one acre 4 Approximate frontage 78' Approximate distance of building from street 20' Original owner (if known) Myron C. Bailey Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) :a boriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education Exploration settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation checked above) residence Columbus Ave. was opened in 1892 across part of the Clapp familyhomestead. Planned as a residential street, development was substantially complete by 1915. This is the largest and most imposing house on the street, and was constructed in the early years of the 20th century. Myron Bailey, a carpenter, builder and lumber dealer, is first listed as living here in 1908, and probably built the house himself. Two stories in height with a high hip roof, the first floor is of brick while the second floor is covered with wood shingles. The roof is broken by flaring, hipped dormers on each side, and is supported by a scroll bracket cornice. A large front porch with projecting, oedimented entrance extends across the facade and wraps around the southeastern corner. Tuscan columns and brick piers with molded capitals support a wide frieze and scroll- bracket cornice on the porch. The carriage house is also large and imposing. Two stories in height, shingle over brick, the building has a hipped roof topped by a distinctive cupola. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1922,1915, 1908, 1905. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Orr 7VL.1[J. Li avv oL' LL 1 vl'vaa aauatab in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Sent owner Louis Sarah Smith �ription; Exterior wall fabric lst—brick, 37M. -7 -77 0 q s (over) ource Atlas visual evidence Other features hipped roof with ,shed dormer. entrance portico._,_ side porch brick labels stops on 1st floor winvqows Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date In Area no. Northampton NHC Form no. 38B -126 February 1980 2nd—stuc— co i Original owner (if knownp Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Columbus Ave. was proposed in a subdivision plan filed in 18920 By 1915 most of the lots had been developed, however, this lot remained vacant. An interesting example of early 20th century styling, this house is basic ally a two-story cube topped by a hip roof with projecting eaves. The second floor is covered with smooth stucco, while the first floor is composed of brick. The entrance is flanked by side lights and protected by a pedimented portico with Tuscan columns. Three narrow rectangular windows form a triple window over this entrance. Brick labels and stops adorn the first floor facade windows. The western side has a one-story full length porch with hipped roof and Tuscan columns. early maps, etc.) 1915 Atlas Registry of Deeds: Bk0449- PO410, 450 -77 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, 0. 371"7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ent owner Vincent and Regina 4. Map. Draw sketcn oz ouiiuing iueaLiut, in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features screened Altered side porch Date 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size: Northampton One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 73' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. 20' Loner gan Organization NHC Date In Area no. Form no. 38B -127 February 1980 f Deeds and Directories Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 1895 Atlas. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 449 -P. 410, 450 -175. Northampton Directory: 1892 -93. Charles C. Lewis residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built during 1892 for Charles Lewis, a mail clerk at the Post Office. This is lot no. 12 on a subdivision plan for Columbus Ave., and is one of the first lots to be develpped after the plan was filed, also in 1892.. The house is two and a half stories in height, gable end to the street, with side cross gable., The north side of the front gable extends down to enclose an entry porch. This porch has turned costs, a spindle frieze, and a balustrade. Decoratively -cut shingles have been used in the front gable and over the entry porch. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, e arly maps, etc.) 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. C. Sawyer House ent use :ription: iitect 46 Columbus Avenue residence 1892 (over) ess 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 38B -129 Northampton purce Req. of Deeds Directory Queen Anne Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features 3 -story corner tower with pyramidal roof, front porch with urned posts, frieze and spindles Date Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC February 1980 OLIO Original owner (if known) Charles Ho Sawyer Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation'' 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built for Charles Sawyer, the assistant postmaster, in 1592® It °s on lot 14 of the Columbus Ave. subdivision. The plan was filed in 1892, thus this is one of the first houses built on the street. The main feature is a three story tower with pyramidal, slate roo-f. Decoratively cut shingles are used in the gables, and as a band separating the first and second floors. A shallow, rectangular bay adorns the front, and a one story porch covers the entrance. The porch is composed of turner, posts, balusters and spindles. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 Atlas Registry of Deeds: Bke449 -"P.410, 450 ®44 Northampton Directory: 1892 -93 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 38B -131 1 sent owner Sa cription: Northampton 22 East Street E. Rolfe House Sent use residence 1894 -05 iource Reg. of Deeds .'tlas ie ;hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features decorative shingles in Altered Date ooner gables, side 2 story bay, 1 story front porch surmounted by a 3 sided bay Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre 04 Approximate distance of building from street 20' E. Loner gan NHC February 1980 ley' cia y Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 7. Original owner (if known) Original use r -s iderlce Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) last St. was extended southwesterly 'ro i ra the early 1390's at he time of the Cotu:°'o s vs ..1: _J1,3..^_n. a� 1 To1._°, a ta yr „rid caner 'clanger in business 'ith S -n s Pierce (:c e ca. O r 'hangers and dealers in .,7 1 o?G_ ca .t5➢ oils, tc_,) had this _'louse built`. in 1894 -a5. t he same ti-'... iorte :a': :ou11 t: on the lot next north. %olfe' S house ."'.3s 3 slate, ao J.?^ roof St 1 mac_ two story :a1 tit roof extending ini 2rojects from the side, :rhilo Marc._ -side n r .i. 1_.. i senfing _._...7 front ;stie 21z._ ntop the _ned roof of front :oa :C_ '.:O and c °_1_..3a e the `.ass o 0 cormtiv 11 _ut F.:1i. g s a _see the o' =c Lc =he a_ The front ,:arc :e.s _,1r....' costs, elaborate 'ar c _s c: :OS of sim sr -U°re .:a1 asters and short hor :71'ct'9r. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) lases of on 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston iitect 58 Columbus Ave. W. Knowlton House ent owner George and Dorise Colonial Revival Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes `t. 1V11p. LIL W one eau v.. 4, ,1441 1, in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ess Other features In Area no. Northampton si•e• an. partia Form no. 38B -135 Rou1eau I °Liz. Altered porch enclosure Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC April 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Wilbur F. and Jennie A. Knowlton Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 1895 Atlas. Registry of Deeds: Bk 449 -P 410, 476 -194. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96. residence Recreation Religion Science invention Social humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Columbus Ave and 28 residential lots were, proposed in 1892. The street was opened off of South St. and extended southeasterly to the edge of the buff overlooking the meadows. Thw- thirds of the way along its length was the only cross street, East St., which was lengthened at this time from its Munroe St. end southerly across Columbus Ave. to Fort St. In early 1895, Jennie Knowlton purchased this northeast corner lot of Columbus Ave and East St. The 1895 -96 directory lists Wilbur Knowlton, a professional photagrapher, as living here. The large, two -story cubic house is capped by a hipped slate roof with hipped dormers. A one -story porch extends across the facade and a smaller porch with hipped roof is. on the second floor above the central entrance. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) f L Lutect 1894 -95 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Lravv sk eLeLL v1 UUI1111116 avi, a.cavu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Other features 1 Northampton ;ent owner Christopher and Osa Flory ource Reg. of Deeds and Atlas One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Organization NHC Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 38B -136 clapboard and wood shingle Lonergan Original owner (if known Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Rotus P. Harvey checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes residence A subdivision plan for Columbus Ave. and 28 residential lots was filed in 1892. This was to be the fifth street developed off of South St.atop the river terrace. The first four were Fort �St., .Olive St., High St. (now Lyman Rd.),and Franklin Ave. (now Munroe St.). Rotus Harvey, a carpenter,bought lot no. 20 in 1894 and is first listed as living here in the 1895 -96 directory. He probably built the house him- self. By 1900 he had moved to Fourth Ave., a small street off of Franklin St. in Northampton. The house is two and a half stories in height with pedimented gable end to the street. Small, rounded modilliors grace the raking cornices of the gable. The first floor of the facade has a three -sided bay at the easterri end and a half porch at the western end. These are both capped by a hipped roof. The porch is composed of turned columns, cut -out brackets and a balustrade. A cross gable caps a two story shingled oriel on the western side. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 Atlas. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 449 -P. 410, 470 -507. LTorthampotn Directory: 1895 -96, 1900. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Northampton W. Doane House -t. '1vlca in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 38B -137 ;ent owner Richard and Lisa Berkaman ource Atlas and Reg. of Deeds. Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features clapboard new window in Altered front gable Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 1 2) 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organi Date NHC April 1980 1970's 7. Original owner (if known Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Will N. Doane residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Columbus Ave. was laid out in 1892 across part of the Clapp family's South St. homestead. In 1895 Will Doane purchased lot no. 24 on the subdivision plan. Mr. Doane was manager of the Merrick ;,umber Co. in town, and is first listed at this address in the 1895 -96 direc- tory. The house is two and a half stories in height with pedimented gable end to the street and cross gables on either side. The front gable is clad with fish scale shingles and has a modern grouping of tall, narrow windows. A one story, front porch with gabled entrance extends across the facade and beyond the southern end. The porch is composed of turned posts, fancy brackets and balustrade. The northwest side of the house has a two -story oriel capped by a domical slate roof. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 449 -P. 410, 476 -118. Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1902. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston, 37M -7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other' buildings. Indicate north. (over) lent use In Area no. Form no. 333 -138 sent owner Thomas Victoria Lee Giv1er cription; 1901-02 hitect Exterior wall fabric 1st clapboard 2nd- shingle Outbuildings'' (describe) Other features side and front bays, slate rami dal rnc,f,ant_r_anre portico Palladian window in pedimen- ted, front gable Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size; One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E Organization N iC Lone rgan Date February 1980 Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation, owner (if known) :y 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) :i= 215 story house was built In 1901°02 'or William C=ere re obtained lot 28 of the Columbus e. subdivision '.n 1901, and was listed as ..c. siding at the end of Columbus -ve. in 1902 p'.L that time he was clo'ved in the composing room of the .samoshire Gazette. He remained in employment with the Gazette well into the 2 C1 century. The Ocr family was connected with the Ga^ette from 1358 until the mid 7 0th century. The house is at the end of the. street, at the brow of the old :'_11 River terrace. wo and a _half stories in height, the house is capped by a slate, pyramidal roof. The first floor is covered :•tith clapboard and front and side bails. The second floor is covered by shingles. story projection with 3,eci^:entec gable extend= from the south :';al_ of facade. The gable is mostly taken ''d by portico with slender columns covers the entrance. 2a11ar 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1 -95 1 of ...ceC s :7:{.440 ?.410, ...cc. a '.o-on c ory. 1907 small 170 South St. ic Name F. "Clapp House riginal residence`' resent residence hip: Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner Frank T,' Clapp EPTION: FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. OrganizationNHC Date 2 -22 -79 and April 1980 Date 1904 Source Springfield Dai Republican Style Colonial Revival Architect Recorded by N. Doonan and E. Lonergan Setting Northampton Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 38B -139 garage clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date one acre or less ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two and -a -half stories high wa.th slate, ridge roof, projecting side gables, and a two and -a -half story hipped central pavillion. The pavillion has a 1 Palladain" window on the second floor and the min entrance with leaded glass sidelights on the second floor. A one -story porch with flat roof, projecting cornice with dentil frieze, Tuscan columns and blaustrade extend across the three -bay facade, and a triple window with ornately leaded transom flanks the entrance on the first floor. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This house was built during 1904'' for Frank L. Clapp at a cost of $4500. Mr. Clapp was co -owner of, a Main St. meat market. The house is possibly designed by Roswell Putnam, a well -known local architect of the turn -of -the- century who special izes in Colonial Revieal design. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases, Registry of Deeds: Bk. 582 -P. 219. Northampton Directory: 1922, 1915, 1905, 1900. S rp ingfiel Daily Republican Dec. 31, 1904. 20M -2/80 Fo JV In Area no. B Form no. ►urce Gazette, 5/22/1896 R. F. Putnam shingled surfaces; floor; field stone Altered no Date Moved no Date FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. V INVENTo RIEb DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. �Vl (over) mt owner Stanley Anne Zuchowski °iption:' 1896 stuccoed ground foundation Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by 30 feet C. Dubie 75 feet Organization Northampton Hi stori cal tc. 1976' Date JUN 3 0 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use ubsequent uses (if any) and dates Ro s:tie1.I r Pu Resi dence Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked, above) Roswell F. Putnam and Lo D. Bayley opened an office in Northampton in 1892 or three and captured a large nu.-,ber of architectural commissions over the 1890 so Bayley was a `Jernonter who began practicing in the 1870' s, Putnam hailed from Amherst and was reported. to have studied in best offices in Boston," although his obituary mentions a period of training with Architect Fuller in Worchestero 3y 1898 the firm had been dissolved, Bayley going to Hartford and Putnam remaining in Northampton until his death in 19 In 1395 Putnam purchased t wo lots of land, #3 and #5, in a subdivision off South Street to be known as Columbus Avenue. The Gazette of May 22, 1396, noted that "Architect Putnam is wing to his new house, Columbus Avenue, today." ine residence is a tall, core, act volume with two -passive garnbrelled roofs. Deep brown shingles cover the faces of the gables but are confined to "_hose areas rattler than =lo ;•:_.ng over all surfaces as typical in the shingle style. 3 en`ath the gables is a stuccoed ground story and a low stone fount_ ion, both distinctly horizontal in emphasis. A broad low arch apoears at the entrance and semi ci rcular forms alluding to classical details are employed in the gables Among Putnam' s other designs are the Ha-mond House on Elm Street, the Masonic Block, the Porter House on Sutler ?lace and the Reid House on Phillips Place. His son, Karl Putnam, also had an architectural business in North.: .ton_. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Hap shire Gazette, 11/6/1895, 5/22/1896, 12/17/1393. Registry of Deeds, Hampshire County, 474.402. 29 Columbus Ave. Eustis House 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Map. Draw sKetcn oI ouiiuiug iveaiivii in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Northampton clapboard E. Lonergan NHC Date April 1980 Form no. 38B -145 Req. of Deeds and I (pie 7. Original owner (if known) Charles H. Eustis Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement C ommerce Industry Communication ivlilitary Community development x Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Columbus Ave. was laid out in 1892 as a residential sub- division. It extended southeasterly from South St. through part of the Clapp family homestead to the bluff overlooking the meadows. This was one of the first houses to be built and was forst owned and occupied 6 by Charles Eustis, a foreman at the Hampshire Gazette. The house is two and a half stories in height with gable end to the street. A one story, three -sided bay is on the eastern side, and a one -story porch extends across the facade. There is also a small pot.: on the eastern side for the rear door. The porches have chamfered posts, carved brackets and balustrades. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 449 -P. 410, 456 -437. Northampton Directory: 1893 -94. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation tG` t ;ent use sent owner cription: 1895-1915 source Atlases residence FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Tnufn ess ;hitect In Area no. Form no. 38B-146 Denis Marguerite Exte wall fabric clapboard Clifford Other features molded cornice, wide frieze, cornerboards, projecting pedimented front gable, front porch with double Tuscan columns__ Outbuildings (describe) Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonerqan Organization NHC Date February 1980 Original owner Cif known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion' Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built arofand the turn of the century on lot 9 of the Columbus Ave. subdivision. The plan was filed in 1892, but few houses were erected on the western side of the street in the early years. Asymmetrically massed, the house features a large, pedirnented gable which tops a two—story front projection. A front porch with hipped roof and double Tuscan columns is topped by a smaller, screened porch with shed roof. 0. Bibliography andi or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, curly maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bke449— Pe410 371' -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston f. map. Ur21w''Jncbl a vL utLUULLL in relation to dearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. z2 In Area no. Form no. 38B -147 Northampton 41 Columbus Ave. 47vi Pao ent owner Guy and Sigrum Marroco ription: 1905 -06 mime Reg. of Deeds and Directory (over) Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 70' Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 I05C 7. Original owner if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political Ralph Clark residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes Recreation Religion' Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 449 -P. 410, 483 -335, 595 -64, 610 -16. Northampton Directory: 1906, 1915. This home was built on lot no. 13 on the street or000sed April 1892 by Elizabeth Clapp, heir to part of the Clapp family's South St. homestead. It may have been built by James Twohig, the carpenter builder who owned the lot from May 1905 to September 1906. The two -story house is capped by a slate hipped roof with hipped dormers. Corner pilaster with molded cornices and a wide friezeboard help define the wall surfaces. A large, one -story wrap- around porch graces the front and most of the eastern side of the house. The second floor has a small porch, which is directly above the entrance. Both porches are composed of Tuscan nolumns, balustrades and molded cor- nices with friezeboards. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M-7 -77 (over) Northampton Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other, features, Altered sided Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 In Area no. Form no. 38B -148 asbestos shakes A. Approximate distance of building from street Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Themes (check as many as applicable) Herbert and Albert Marsh residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religiota Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1892 a subdivision plan was filed for Columbus Ave.' This street was opened through a portion of the Clapp family's SouthSt. homestead. In 1900 Herbert Marsh purchased a lot for $500. He and Albert Marsh, both of whom were clerks at a grocery on State St., are first listed ac living here in the 1902 directory. Two stories in height, the house is capped by a slate ;Zip roof with pedimented gables. The_tympanums are decorated with low relied sculpture. P one -story bay is on the southeastern side, while a one story porch with gabled entrance extends across the facade. The porch has been enclosed but still retains its fluted cornerposts, dentilled cornice and low relief sculpture in the tympar.u:n. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1995 "atlas. Registry of Deeds Bk 449 -P 410, 537 -256. Northampton Directory: 1902. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Z. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north.. 57 Columbus Avenue G. Drury (over) 1 Tnwn Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Altered 6. Recorded by Date In Area no. Form no. 38B -150 Northampton Reg. of Deeds Directory clapboard Other features decorative shingles in gable, wrap- around 1 story porch with conically roofed corner projection Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan Organization NHC February 1980 a° is Original owner (if known). Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 9. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts C ommerce Communication Community developments Gecsr Original use residence; Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This 21 story house was built in 1898 for George Drury, steward at "Northampton Lunatic Hospital". Columbus Ave. was laid out in 1892 and lots were sold immediately. This house has a commanding location at the soithwest corner of Columbus and East St., the only cross street.. Its major decorative feature is the wrap- around porch, which has a conically roofed projection at the corner. The porch has Tuscan columns on a high, shingled base, which is pierced in several areas by groups of narrow rec- tangular slits. Decoratively cut shingles are used in the front gable, while a square entry window and leaded glass transom over the single larg window adorn the first floor of the facade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1895 1915 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.449 ®Po410, 510-117 Northampton Directory: 1898 ®99 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State, House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 71 Columbus Avenue Cook House source Reg. of Deeds Atlas (over) a Northampton sent owner James Judith Raymond Exterior wall fabric 1st shingles, 2nd stucco Outbuildings (describe) Other features hipped roof with ex- posed rafters In Area no. Form no 38B -152 1905 -1915 Date Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building' from street Organization NEC Date 6. Recorded by E Lo ne r qan Date February 1980 toS3 Original owner (if known) Samuel Jessie Cook ginal use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Samuel and Jessie Cook bought lots 23 and 25 of the Columbus Ave. subdivision in 1905, and by 1915 were living in this ho!.:se. In 1905 '.'r. Cook was listed as the superintendent of the Northampton tore Electric Light Co., while in 1915 he is listed as a contracting electrician. The house is 3 two story rectangular :mss, with the short end to the street, and is capped by a medium hip roof. Exposed rafters are visible under the eaves. A wide -board string course separates the 5;iingled ti_st floor from the stuccoed second floor. one -story wraparound pore. pro jects Fro t e front and eastern side. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1 _=95 1915 Atlases of Cceds Ek. ^_49- P.412, 595 -105 'o t a~!pton :irectory: 1905, 1913 IL 5 sent owner John Louise Bart 3714-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Northampton Exterior wall fabric 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. I Form no. 38B -153 clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features '`Slate high hip roof wide frieze corner boards, 2 -story side bay, full length front porch Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' E. Lonergan NEC February 1980 k 05 Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development grthur G. Tidd residence Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) LO. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1 -15 1. s J e el s .:I 4C7.1 -p 1 393-271 :ort;:amptcn Directory: 1303, 1q1'; Arthur Tic purchased lot" 27 of th e Columbus t've subdivision in 1903. i.._ subdivision ,iad been F.ile' in 1392, and development :av begun .7me5iate- 1y. Sy 1395 seven houses had been built on C:1 -.e northern side of the w 0 eiie only two had been constructed on the souti; err. si3e. '.moots Or the southe.rrl side of the street, east of Est St. '-/ere not develobed until after tie tern of the century. Lot 27 is the southeasternmost lot in the dee e:ent and is located at the brow cf the old Mill River terrace. The ...._allows stretch easterly from here to the Connecticut Pivef. e rthur Tide :;as erraloyec as a carpenter for Smith Colle:e in 1105, carpenter s.- bsec"-ently vegan a jobbing business on .is own. He is listed as a c roen- r'_r and a builder in the early 0•:h ce. .turn j or_ -S, 'rC brobably built S own house during this oer:.od. 1 7 e r is a S i s Flo °Story cube capped by a slate, io roof. hi ::.ed dormer ''ii- double window pierces the from of the roof. wide i°_z corner boards and window surroends ect as trl'l one- story .^.idler' roof borch stretc'ees across the facade. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Int use Residence nt owner Robert J. Kusmeski ription: 1862 Hampshire Gazette 'urce June 10, 1862 Bracketed 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (nvedzYlecl P,�per o I J! Iy 1 Got_ u 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 65 feet Ca Fo R. r Pru 'DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 2 stories; flat roof with .bracketed overhang; stone lin- tels; bays; porches additions in similar style, Altered rear Date Moved no Date Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by In Area no. unknown 30 feet C. Dubie brick Ic;55 Form no. 3313-159 Jonathan Strong Redidence Organization Northampton Historical Commission Date Sep MAY 5 1976 MASS. HIST. C01.1:11. 9. historical Significance (include explanatio \,Veer (if kno'.-:n) riginal use R ecreatio n Religion Science/ invention Social Humanitarian Transportation of themes checked above) ,seguent uses (if any) and dates Residence (check as many as applicable) A. boft ina1 Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political 2sido.nce Jonathan Strong had this brick residence built .n 1362 on land of the_ Strong 4 amily, Calvin Strong owned the earlier residence, corner of South and Fort Streets, and sold the land to the northeast to Jo Strong in 18620 The new brick st3:acture was hailed by the Hampshire Gazette as "one of the finest dwellings on South Street, At the time of its construction brick was scarce in the area, the Civil 'lar and local conditions limiting production. '.Cie bracketed style is two stories in height, five bays de and two deep. A deep bracketed overhang terminates the cubic mass now enlarged by bay '•rindows and an entrance porch in similar style.. In its massing, if not in its decorative elements, the structure is related to the adjacent Calvin Strong House, a Federal style dwelling. The architect of the Jonathan Strong House remains a mystery. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's' records, ear maps, etc) shire Gazette, 6/10/1862, egi stry of :eels, 1513187, 1318,51, 8730279, 862,95, 20 -,131 3/73 55 Ethel B. Sheldon Bungalow FORM B BUILDING NLASSACIIUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. cD 0 a •1 r- D 0 t'\0 J 0 E 0✓ C�7 v 1 U o✓ Fo -T 5 sr_. c ET DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 1''%iPO1SGN V uL (over) In Area no. i Form no. Northampton East Street and Madison Ave ess B4 aw Exterior wall fabric shingles (wood) Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 1 stories; dormer; end chimney; porch supported by brick pillars; wide low roofs Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Commi ssion MAY 5 1976 /O 3v6-)5 Organization Northampton Historical Date S EI `d E. MASS. HIST. COMM' Original owner (if r.o;�; n) Ethel 3 ;mel. r'on Original use Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education. Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military Humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The tract of land on which this bungalow stands was conveyed to Ethel Sheldon in 1923 along with a second triangular section. As no buildings are mentioned in this or an earlier deed, the bungalow probably dates from ce 193 00 The residence reflects the general characteristics of the bungalow style: gently pitched roof broken by a single dormer and prominent end chimney, a porch well shaded and enclosed by the roof and supported by four square brick pillars. Wall surfaces are covered with ,small scale wooden shingles and windows are large and many-paned. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of reeds Hampshire County, 3510342, 733.499 37m-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) In Area no. Form no. 3313-157 a Northampton •ess 10 Madison ?venue Sent use residence 1910 ource Reg. of Deeds 2::t1as Dunaa1ow hitect Exterior wail fabric stucco Outbuildings (describe) Other features front porch with Lary panelled piers, shed Horner Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date February 1980 U 1 Poslyn Maginnis'' Original owner (if known) Original use resc:;oe Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Q Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) !e. is a c. ft Srr€et Ors .n: river t:rrac° o1er1 erg: 7:77? 3: :la 1 L subc. ivisio:l was fil2r._i in 1910 by ororninart ar. L2rrei_t and J S mil 1. Z' e five :oases an rho °11 from _he =r _oil shortly a _t� r' :arils. :his StOr�/ 13!1: g31ow' es e.t.e ds 'own, in fi12 f o to �1L e ocr Ler;e, :pan a ^C a "'1.._t of l a P S te oi. 01i.C_..ed shed cor7e '71_. t• '•.I' 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) °L_ 7 __eses C c 1 3 n ook 1 lt1 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M 77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess :ent owner :ription: litect Outbuildings (describe) Other features In Area no. Form no. 38B -158 Northampton 24 Madison Ave. ent use, residence Mary E. Kingsbury 1910 -15 3urce Req. of Deeds and Atlas first floor clapboard Exterior wall fabric second"": shingle Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15° 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date February 1980 lJ 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x residence 1995 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Plan Book 1 -P. 141. Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) A plan for Madison Ave. was filed in 1910. By 1915 all six houses which are standing today had been completed. This house is located on the northern side at the easterly end of the short street. Its location gives it a commanding vista over Northampton's meadows to the Holyoke Range across the Connecticut River. Advantage is taken of the location by the two -story end porch which is incorporated into the main block of the house. Interesting design details include a central portico with Ionic columns, and entrance way with side lightsard large fan light dec orated with tracery, a pent roof separarting the first and second floors, and a swept window on the upper slope of the gambrel roof above the central entrance. ''r) FORM 13 BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston I 1/1 V 0 vi b (LeCI frbr GOL01v) Bus A DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess ent use ription: ource Architect Nayrthampton, Exterior wall fabric wood Outbuildings (describe) 5. Lot size: 6. Recorded by C. Dubie 1U J 184 61186 South Street Calvin Strong riouse Residence ent owner Evans Leah Jacoby c© 1830 vi Altai evi dence Federa1 unknown attached shed Other features 2 stories; flat roof; pilasters at entrance; portico Altered no Date Moved no Date Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street Organization Northampton Historical Date p rak4VED MAY 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COM'':1. 30 feet ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The building is two stories in height with flat roof and large central chimney. The synvnetricaZ facade has a central double entrance with transoms and pilasters, and the entrance is covered by a one -story porch with square posts and balustrade. On the Fort St. sdie of the house is an entrance with pilasters, transom and entablature. All of the windows on the house have projecting cornices. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community This Large structure was first owned by the Phelps family. Nathaniel Phelps was one of the earliest settlers on South St., establishing his homestead on this site in Z707. Four generation of Phelps, aZZ with the first name of Nathaniel, made their homesteads here. The Zast Nathaniel was born in Z757 and married in Z78Z. He was "remembered as an innkeeper, a blacksmith and a farmer The youngest of his eleven children, Charles Phelps, was the fifth generation of the family to occupy the homestead. In Z831 he sold the property to Calvin Strong and moved .to Illinois. The proerty re- mained in the Strong family until the early 20th century. It appears as if this structure was probably built in the Zate 18th century. possibly as an expansion of an earlier house. A 1914 article on local taverns says that "An old tavern used to stand on the corner of South and Fort Sts., known as Phelp's Tavern, and sometimes called for what reason is not known- "Ramoth Gilead After the inn was given up the building was made into two dwellings and has since been occupied by the Strong family. This was an excellent location- for an inn; as South St. was the main _highway __leading to Easthampton, and Fort St. Zed southerly through the meadows, along the 0T. Bow and then along the Connecticut River to South St. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES Z794 and 1831 Town Maps. Z854 and Z860 County Maps. 2873, 1884, Z895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. Z5Z3 -P. Z87, 1318 -381, 873 -279, 862 -95, 204 -131. Antiquities, Ristoricals and Graduates of Northampton S. Clark (1882) pp. 118 -120. "Old Northampton Tavern and Their Distinguished Guests Early Northampton, 1914, pp. 103 -118. 20M /80 37x'1 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Other features 6. Recorded by Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 38B -166 Northampton ent owner John and Irene Gustavis Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) l O Atlas and visual evidence clapboard Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Date E. Lonergan NHC April 1980 Date 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Henry Rowley residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Fort St. derives its name fron`Fort Hill, the bluff over- looking the meadows south of the center of town. It was here that the local Indians were allowed to build a fort in 1664. King Phillip's war ended this friendly relationship. Fort St. was the forst street to extend southeasterly from South St. It ran over the bluff, into the meadows, staving west of the Ox -Bow, and eventually led to Springfield. The part in the meadows is still refered to today as Old Springfield Rd. At the northern corner of South and Fort Sts. stood a tavern. This dated from at least the late 18th century. The location was important as this marked the split off of the roads to Easthampton and Springfield. During the second third of the nineteenth century two houses were built on Fort St., just over the river bluff, heading into the meadows. How ever it wasn't untill approximately 1870 that any houses were built on Fort St. atop the bluff. This house was probably built by Rufus Rowley, a carpenter, The 1873 Atlas shows Henry Rowley, a teamster, owning the house and the 1873 -74 directory lists both Henry and Rufus Rowley on Fort St. The house is two and a half stories in height, with pedimented gable end to the street. A round- headed "Palladian" window is in the tympanum. A one -story porch with hipped roof extends across the facade 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, cant' early maps, etc.) 17,94 and 1831 Town Maps. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 187374. 1Q INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL CC ISSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. 9. Historical Significance. Commani ty Northampton Property Name: H and is composed of chamfered posts, a low balustrade, a projecting molded cornice and a wide frieze board. Staple to Inventory form at bottom Form No: 38B -166 Rowley House 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Northampton 25 Madison Ave. 1J1 a vv' o.w ova, in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ent use 1 LAQ .ent owner Raymond and Doris Black ;ription: Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization 1910 -15 15' NHC clapboard February 1980 garage d Atlas 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence- Aboriginal C onservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large two and-a half story house was built shortly after a plan was filed for Madison Ave. in 1910. The house is located on the southern side of the street at the easterly end. A two-story porch on the eastern side takes advantage of the coch- ;nanding vista over the Northampton meadows to the Holyoke Range across the Connecticut River. A fifty foot bluff separates the sideyard from the meadows. LO. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Plan Book 1 ®P. 141. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian Transportation assessor's records, FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 cross streets and other builaings,, or geographical features. Indicate north. V tq l Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date June 1980 Northampton L0. LO Style Architect Outbuildings (Staple additional sheets here) La b' Lc Name riginal resent Area Form no. 38B- 174 -181 192 South St. and 3 -15 Fort St. residences residences hip:El Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner Horace Lamb :PTION 1870 -73 Source Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Approx. acreage ARCH dC1'URAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) During the middle of the 19th century land at the southwest corner of South and Fort Sts. was owned by Martin and Edwin Clapp, farmers who lived at 202 and 206. South St. At that time Fort St. was called Meadow Rd. and led through the Manhan Meadows to Old Springfield Rd. During the early 1860 °s Horace Lamb, owner of a wire manufactory plant on the Mill River, bought the land and had his house built here. About 1870, High St (now Lyman Rd.)" was opened off of South St. and Mr. Lamb had his residence moved there. Subsequently he dividied the land at the corner of South and Fort Sts. into small building lots. By 1873 these eight cottages had been constructed. Most of them are one and —a —half stories in height with gable ends to the street, and were occupied by various craftsmen. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 269 —P. 360. 20M -2/80 u) 1, 3714-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1V12iI1. L1ctVV ancwu vs V411ullas in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. <3. afi, (over) a Other features 5. Lot size: One acre or less Northampton ess 202 South St. Moved Date Approximate frontage and Antonia Bak and visual evidence Outbuildings (describe) brick garage front porch Altered added Date. early 20th c x Over one acre 80' Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by N. Doonan and E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date Feb. 22, 1979 and April 1980 T. Original owner (if known) Edwin C, Clapp Original use res Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social humanitarian Transportation x Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house is almost identical in form to the one next south of it on South St., although this one was built of brick and the other of wood. They originally were the homesteads of two brothers, Marin and Edwin C. Clapp, who were farmers and owned and cultivated large trackts of the best meadow land. In addition they bought and sold horses and established a large horse market. Edwin served on the Northampton Common Council and was president of Hampshire, Franklin and Hampden Co. Agricultural Society. The house is two and -a -half stories_ in height with steeply- pitched gable end to the street, and a one and -a -half story gabled projection on the northern side. There's also a wall gable on the northern side as well as two wall gables on the southern side. A continuous, wide frieze runs under the raking ornice if the main block of the house and there is an ornate double bracket in the peak of the front gable. A one -story porch with hipped roof, Tuscan columns, balustrade and lattice base extneds across the three -bay facade and along the northern facade to the projection. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Registry of Deeds: Bk. 180 -P. 227. 1854 and1860 ounty Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ess ription: hitect Other features Moved 5. Lot size: Organization` Northampton M.Clapp House cent use residence sent owner William and ;Cynthia c. 1860 ource Maps and visual evidence Exterior wall fabric' asbestos shakes Outbuildings (describe) 206 South St side porch and Altered sided Date mid 20th c. One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 60' Approximate distance of building from street 28' 6. Recorded by N. Doonan and E. Lonergan NHC Date Stillinger Date April 1980 and Feb. 22, 1979 7. Original owner (if known) Martin Clapp residence Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house is almost identical to the one next north to it on South St., although this one was originally built of wood and the other one of brick. They origiaally were the homestead of two brt thers, Martin and Edwin Clapp, who were farmers and owned and cultivated large tracts of the best meadow land', In addition they bought and sold horses and established a large horse market. Thehouse is two and -a -half stories in height with steeply-pitched gable end to the street, and a one -and -a -half story gabled projection on the northern side. There's also a wall gable on the northern isde, as well as two wall gables on the southern side, and a wall gable on either side on the rear ell. A continuous wide frieze runs under the raking cornice of the main block of the house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Altases. 1W1 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston n� .;,itect unkno w Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) 4. Map. Draw. `sxetcn oz cunning l vc:73L1OL in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0 1- v rc�er 1 DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 R 1ZM W ewe 1JV E (over) 5. Lot size: ant owner ription: In Area no. Form no. 3 5Q I`1 B 18th century garage Other features 2 stories; 5 bays wide, 1 deep; massive central chimney; low brick foundation 20th century Altered porti Date Moved no Date One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 60 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubie Organization Northampton Hi sto ri cal. Commission Date Ma 7 JUN 4 1976 .,MASS. HIST. CCfvi :.i. J 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development unknown homestead resi dence Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This early residence is located on South Street and is one of a series of colonial homesteads lining the road. The dwelling is two stories in height, with central chimney above, a five -bayed facade. The original dwelling is one room deep with a large addition located perpendicular to the main mass and a second, recent addition to the rear. Close to a dozen residences dating from the 18th century remain on South Street, one cluster atop Fort Hill and others sited along South Street. This structure occurs in a group of nineteenth century gothic and Greek Revival dwellings. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston E. Kingsley House 37M -7 -77 4. map. Draw sKetCn of uuiiuiug 'yeaLlvu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. n� e Lute ct Northampton ent owner Edward and Mary Mc Colgan- (over) Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage Organization In Area no. Atlases and visual evidence 24' NHC Date Date Over one acre 80' Form no. 38B -211 Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by N. Doonan and E. Lonergan DateFeb. 22, 1979 and April 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x 2895 and 2915 AtZases. :lcrtha'npton Directory: 1905, 1915, 1922. Miss Elizabeth Kingsley residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political- Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) This house was built early in the 20th century for Miss Elizabeth Kingsley. Miss. Kingsley formerly had been princupal of the Center St. School in Northampton, but seems to have retired by 2915. The house is two stories in height with slate hipped roof and a central, gabled pavillicn in the facade. A smaZZ "Palladian" windoe occupies the gable of the pavillion and the entrance with sidelights is on the first floor. A wide frieze runs under the eaves and fluted pilasters grace the corners of the block. A one -story porch with hipped roof, double Tuscan columns on brick piers and a turned -c balustrade extends across the three -bay facade. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ;ent' owner Angelo 1V14.�.1. L1 0. in relation_ to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric 37M -7 -77 Other features In Area no. Northampton Outbuildings (describe) stucco Form no. 38B -217 Angelina Basile Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate frontage 60' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date April 1980 1O( 7 7. Original owner (if known) Dr. Henry M. Martin Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ 1 The Arts settlement invention a Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in 1922 for Dr. Henry Martin, a veterinary surgeon,, at a cost of 7500. The stucco house is complexly massed and situated on a beautifully landscaped corner lot. The facade has a shingled gable with the southern side of the gable extending down to frame a recessed entrance porch. There's also a one story bay window. On the northern side is a similar shingled gable with one side extneding down to frame a glassed -in porch. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Northampton Directory: 1922 and 1930. Northampton Building Dept.: 1922 Building Permit. [QC] FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ent use residence clapboard in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 37M -7 -77 (over) Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date In Area no. Form no. 38B -239 Northampton :ent owner George and Maryse Berry :ription: 1868 -73 April 1980 f Deeds and Atlas 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development residence x Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Olive St. was laid out in 1868 across the Edwards family homestead on South St. By 1873, nine houses had been constructed, with this house being one of the two located on the northern side. In 1873 cyrus Noble, a tinsmith is listed here. Two and a half stories in height, the house features a full length, hipped roof porch. The porch has Tuscan column and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1872, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1873 -74. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 252-P. 89 and 331. 371 -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston o t. 1 Nlap t w JnGLI 11 vi vui aaaa in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. .ess 236 South St. Edwards House ;ent use :ription: ource Other features Organization April 1980 residence c. 1860 visual evidence porch enclosure Altered and siding Date mid 20th c. Moved Date 5. Lot size. One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street TN (over) Date In Area no. 1 Northampton 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan 1c Form no. 38B -2_45 Anita Tikaizo hitect Exterior wall fabric aluminum siding ---7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Edwards family residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Explbration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation' 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes This house stands on land which was part of Samuel Edwards, Jr.'s homestead. Mr. Edwards acquired his land in 1708, as one of the first wave of permanentsettlers south of the Mill River. His youngest son Nathaniel taught one of the earliest schools on South St. in the mid 18th century. This was located across the street, at the present northwest corner of Herbert Ave. Nathaniel son and grandson also taught at the same schoo. The grandson, Charles Edwards, was probably the builder of this house. After Charles died his daughter Anna took over the property. She taught at the school across the street where three generations of her family had, and became assistant principal of Mount Holyoke College. In 1884 the house was rented for "Home for the Sick This was the first private charitable organization in Northampton. With the opening of the Dickinson Hospital in 1886, the Home changed its purpose. In 1887 the institution was incorporated as the "Home for Aged and Invalid Women in Northampton The house was expanded by five sleeping rooms, a dining room, bathroom and laundry in 1888. After the death of Mrs. Clara Lathrop, the originator of the Home, in 1908 the name was changed to the Lathrop Home, but the ministry remained the same, "to give a pleasant home to women who from advanced age or physical infirmities could not, piovide one for _them selves or had no friends to care for them." 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) continued. A Short History and Handbook of the Lathrop Home for Aged and Invalid Women in Northampton, Mass., 1884 -1928. Antiquities Historicals and Graduates of Northampton, S. Clark, 1882, ppl 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. 9. Historical Significance. Community: Northampton Property Name: Edwards House Form No: 38B-245 l(2 In 1920 Mrs. Frank Loot purchased the Charles Clark homestead on the north side of South St. and within a year had the present "Lathrop Home" constructed. Staple to Inventory form at bottom FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric clapboard (describe) Other features 3714 -7 -77 n 013 fir' d 4,> GP 'IP I N N bR rrr (over) ess Northampton ;ent owner Estates of Stephen and cription: Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by E Lonergan Organization NEW Date April 1980 Louise Casagrande Deeds and Atlas Altered Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 167 7, Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 3. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation eceation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1868 Lewis and Charles Edward and James Ellsworth, all farmers who lived on South St. filed a plan to open Olive St. This would be the second street to run southeasterly from South St. stop the terrace. The first, Fort St., was originally known as Old Spring- field Rd. and extended over the bluff, down into the meadows and eventually led to Springfield. Olive St. was originally only opened atop the terrace; in the early 20th century a connection was made with Fort St. By 1873 nine houses had been built on Olive St. In 1873 Charles Parker, a carpenter,' is listed at this house. The house is two and a half stories inheight, with gable end to the street and a small round- headed window in the gable. A hipped roof caps the front porch which is composed of turned posts and a balustrade. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk. 252 -P. 89 and 331. Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 1875 -76. 371v1-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ALIEN in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ss mt use ription: iitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features all have Altered been sided Date mid 20th c. Moved, 5. Lot size: Date a nt owner In Area no. Form no. 38B -250/ 251/252 Northampton 27 -31 -33 Olive St. residence 1868 -73 )urce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas One acre or less Approximate frontage Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 169 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC April 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence themes checked above) Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication P :litary Community development I )litical 9. Historical significance (include expl lation a: In 1668 Olive St. was opened off of South St.' This was the first street specifically opened for subdivision off of South St., atop the terrace. The only other street that extended southeasterly, Fort St., rear over the bluff into the meadows and was originally known as Old Springfield Rd. By 1873 nine houses had been constructed on the street, with seven of them on the southern side. These houses are three of the seven constructed by 1873 on the southern side of the street. They're all two and a half stories in height, with gabled ends to the street. Nos. 27 and 33 have six over six sash windows, while no. 31 has tow over two windows. Nos. 27 and 31 have full-length front porches with posts and balustrades, while no. 33 has an entry porch with simple posts, a low balustrade and decorative brackets. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1873 -74. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Deeds and Atlas f. iviap. r vl aw in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Northampton Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) In Area no. Form no. 38B -254 371 Altered Date n Moved Date CI t 01.•1 V E U a 5. Lot size: Yt9C�ET a qprp a One acre or less Over one acre p Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street (over) 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date NHC Apri11980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) residence Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, early maps, etc.) 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1873 -74. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 252 -P. 89 and 331. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation deeds, assessor's records, I 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This large double house was built on Olive St. shortly after it opened in 1868. Olive St. was the first street strictly for sub- division opened off of South St. atop the terrace. The street was opened by Lewis and Charles Edwards, and James Ellsworth, all South St. farmers. In 1873 this house was owned by George Ellsworth, another South St.farmer. By 1873 nine houses had been built on the street, all single houses except for this one. This house has the basic five -bay, central" entrance colonial form with two inset chimneys and a two story rear ell. A double entry porch with turned posts, decorative brackets and a balu- strade decorates the facade. Pierson House'` residence 37m-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch o1 ouiiaing ioeai.ivu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) :ription: hitect Charles Pierson- carpenter Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Altered side porch Date 20th c. Moved Date ess 242 South St. ;ent owner Edward and Jean Towles One acre or less In Area no. Form no. 38B -269 Northampton 1860 -68` Approximate frontage 55' Approximate distance of building from street 15' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization Date NHC April 1980 x Over one acre 1073 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1873 -74. Charles A...`'Pierson Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration] Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation, 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was originally built during the 1860 °s by Charles A. Pierson, a loeal carpenter. In 1894, the "Home for Aged and Infirm Women in Northampton", located in the house next east, purchased this home and lot to serve as a residence for the Home's janitor and family. The house is one and a half stories in height with a steeply pitched gable roof. A small, one -stjoy bay projects from the western side, underneath a small wall gable. The entrance has a gabled hood with latticed sides. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) ent use 244 South St. Clapp House residence ;ent owner Dorothy Taner ;ription: c. 1860 hitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features ource visual evidence 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 5 Moved (over) T os.ain 5. Lot size: One acre or less 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Form no. Northampton front porch 0 Altered added Dateearly 20th c. x Approximate frontage 100' Approximate distance of building from street 15 Lonergan NHC Date April 1980 Date 38B -270 Over one acre 7. Original owner (if known) Clapp Family Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural x Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house dates from the mid 19th century. The 1854 map shows a house owned by Mrs. Clapp near this site, in. 1860 there are two houses owned by the Clapp family and by Z873 there are three houses owned by the Clapp family on this parcel. The house is two- and -a -half stories in height with slate roof, gable end to the street and a two- and -a -half story gabled projection on the northern side. Both gables have round- headed, two over two sash windows within. The other windows in the house are rectangular, with two over two sashes and have granite sills and lintels. A one -story porch extends across the three -bay facade and along the northern side to the projection, This porch has a hipped roof with projecting cornice and frieze, double fluted piers on brick pedestals and a blaustrade. On the southern side of the house is a two -story shin- gled bay window. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Z854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Recreation Religion Science/ invention' Social/ humanitarian Transportation t FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 hip:CDPrivate individual. Private organization Recorded by Organization Date ILA-aLtuu .1.1A cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. (Staple additional sheets here) Date PTION: Northampton 1911 Source Springfield Daily Repuhliran Style Colonial Revival Architect Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Approx. acreage Setting sided: mid 20th c. Area Form no. 38B -272 Date one acre nr 1egc ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two stories in height hipped roof and hipped dormers with triple windows. A frieze with console brackets runs under the eaves and the block is finished off with fluted corner pilasters, The three -bay facade has triple windows flanking a central double window on the second floor and triple windows flanking the entrance on the first floor. The first floor facade windows have leaded glass transoms above the central window, and the entrance has sidelights with paneled bases. A one- story, hipped -roof porch with pedimented- etrance, fluted square posts and balustrade covers the facade. On the northern side of thehouse is a one -story bay window. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played' in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This house was built for Perry Brown in 1911 at a cost of $8000. Mr. Brown was an agent for the Boston and Springfield Dispatch Express Co. and later became postmaster. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1915 and 1922. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 644 -P. 390 and 391. Springfield Daily Republican Jan. 1, 1912. 20M -2/80 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 zip: Private individual Private organization [PT ION Clark family( Recorded by Organization Date cross streets aiiu or geographical features. Indicate north. NHC April 1980 E. Lonergan Town Northampton Source Style Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Major alterations (with dates) Area Form no. 38B -284 visual evidence Moved Date asphalt and asbestos porch changed and siding: mid 20th r. v ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within „co ity)` The house is one and -a -half stories in height with ridge roof and two interior chimneys. The side gables each, have a small six pane window within. There are two gabled wall dormers on the five -bay facade flanking a central two -story porch. The porch covers the entrance which has sidelights and is flanked by smooth pilasters, and capped by the remnants of an entablature (cut off by the porch). BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. 1 1L HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) The house has been sided and remodeled but appears to date from the early 19th century. The 1854 map shows the house, and its owner is Allanson Clark. Two branches of the Clark family settled on the north side of South St. in 1704 and 1705, one almost directly across the street. This house was probably originally built for a member of the Clark family. ent owner Elizabeth McKnown 278 South Street Residence Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 2� sto Colonial vernacular FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location' in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. w 0 r ti 3 0 h HPr re— Lvw Pr Prcr•P E N ST. 1 bays wide, 2 deep; 19th rPn pnrrh DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo r_o. (over) chimney in front slope of roof; 5 Altered additions, reaDate Moved no? Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre X Over one acre Approximate frontage 130 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet 6. Recorded by C Dubie Organization Northampton Historical Date Northampton 1 Form no. MAY 5 1976 3 `513- 2 9 9 MASS. HIST. COMM, Original owner (if known) Original use homestPad 11 (,,,1r Subsequent uses (if any) and dates homestead; residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal' Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education. Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Ilistorical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) South Street was one of N'orthanipton° s early highways and still. exhibits a large number of colonial style dc:elliings. The structure at 273 South faces an earlier 'saltbox at 233 South, Two other early dwellings -less well. maintained -are located at the corner of Hampden and South Streets. 273 South Street is a t:•.,� and one -half story wooden structure low brick foundation and a massive cht:iney located well. fon• :ard in the front slope of the roof. It does not appear, however, that the dwelling is a converted saltbox like that at 2S3 South Street or the 1755 Parsons House on Old South Street© The dwelling is five bays wide, 2 deep, and wall surfaces are covered with clapboards and finished at the corners with corner- boards. Several additions and a -'barn remain at the roar, 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 3/73 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is two- and -a -half stories tall with slate ridge roof and central chimney. The side gables each have a six over six sash window within, while the rest of the windows in the house have two over two sashes. The facade is five bays wide and has a central entrance with sidelights. A one -story porch with hipped roof, spindle frieze, turned posts with fan brackets, and turned balustrade coevers the entrance. In the rear of the house is a large barn connected to the house by a one- and -a -half story ell. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This house was built on the Strong homestead on South St. which had been established in 1730 by Sgt. Jonathan Strong. According to the Rev. Clark's essay on the homestead Sgt. Jonathan's grandson, also named Jonathan and born in 1773, lived on the homestead until his marriage in 1799 when he had this present house built. The present owner Elizabeth Mc Kown is a descendant of Jonathan Strong. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Antiquites, Historical and Graduates of Northampton, S. Clark (1882) pp. 135 -37. 20M -2/80 c7 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston :ription: Bungalow _..aitect unknown Exterior wall fabric Other features revealed at ent use Rpsidenc^A ;ent owner A,l ice Berestka 1915 -1920 4. Map. Draw sKetCn oI oUliCllug i�uaLLVU in relation to nearest cross streets and other: buildings. Indicate north. 0 O NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. 5M- 2- 75- R061465 i,„QA i1 rtei (over) ess Moved no 5. Lot size. One acre or less 6. Recorded by Organization Commission Date In Area no. Form no. Nnrf harnp wooden shingles garage in Outbuildings (describe) similar style single story; low hipped roof with dormers; wooden framing eaves; porches Date x Over one acre Approximate frontage 100 feet Approximate distance of building from street 40 feet C. Iambi e Northampton Historical °ct"PLegtvE MAY 5 1976 683.80 MASS. HIST. COMM. r 7. OriE,ri nal owner (if known) Original use 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) 1 hi p r t- RP v' Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Resi. dunce Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This twentieth century bungalow rdpresents the development of the southerly end of South Street at the turn of the century. The parcel on 3; hich it was built was carved from a large tract in 1899 following the insolvency of the Day family which owned the Federal/ C ::c ek Revival residence located between present day Hampden and Charles Streets. Hampden, Charles, and Cedar Streets were created by tha subdivision of 1899. The parcel on which the bungalow stands ch n;_cd hands several times but was not built on until after 1912, when M.11iam 3rowriell sold t°lot.; 20'Q to Albia Paquette. The residence is clearly the product of the automobile era: the sold outbuil dtnry, located close to the rear of the dwelling, is a garage similar in style to the bungalow. The design includes a generous oorch enclosed beneath the slope of a hipped roof, low dormers, and skinled wall surfaces, :ood framing is revealed beneath the overhang of the roof. T;,o chimneys are present in the easterly and southerly slopes of the roof. The gracefully curving forms present in the northerly facade are related to the Art Deco. )0 g 10. Bibliography and /or •references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) n e ds t ry o f De Hampshire County, 1_557.69, 12661.152, 683.80, 526.50. Atlas of Northampton, 18950 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 :c Name A. Blechschmidt House hip:El Private individual Private organization Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization cross streets and other buildings Date 1916 or geographical features. Indicate north. NHC Date Feb. 1980 Public PTION: Source Style Architect enclosed porch- 20th century Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area Form no. 38C 33 riginal owner Alexander Blechschmidt Bungalow Exterior wall fabric concrete blocks Outbuildings small garage of concrete blocks Major alterations (with dates) partially Moved Date one acre or less t 7 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is one story inheight, square In shape, and capped by a low- pitched hip roof. A full front porch is recessed under this hipped roof. Concrete blocks were used for the exterior walls The side and rear wells as well as the pedestals for the porch columns have blocks that are decorated to give a "quarry" finish. Blocks, half the regular height and finished to look like sections of taut rope, fora a water table which extends around the entire house. The base of the front Porch is composed of blocks with a raised, crown -of- laurels design. The pedestals for the columns divide the base into sub- sections, each of which has the "laurel" blocks arranged around acen- tral cross of smooth blocks. Above the water Label the porch has two rows of continuous continued the community) HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of Blechschmidt. Mr. located on West St hosiery business'', along. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1915 -1918. Daily Hampshire Gazette: May 5, 1906. This unique, early 20th century cottage was built for Alexander Blechschmidt worked for the McCallum Hosiery Co., whose mill was Alexander McCallum had bought 46 looms from Germar>,y, "home of the and had undoubtedly encouraged a number of loom operatives to come INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL CCIWISSICN Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. ARCEITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE "laurel" blocks, a string course of the "rope" blocks, and a capping row of flat blocks. The porch columns have an Egyptian air about them with their distinctive taper. The capitals are a combination of Ionic volutes and Corinthian acanthus leaves, while the fluted upper half of the shaft is separated from the smooth lower half by a band of concave moldings. The porch is seven bays wide and one bay deep. The overall sense is one of massiveness, directly tied to the earth. This is added to by the earthy tone of the concrete blocks, and flavored by their decorative designs. The porch is projecting from the front wall of the house, yet inclosed within the all- encompassing roof. Staple to Inventory form at bottom Community: Northampton Form No: 39C -33 Property Name: A. Blechschmidt House FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. T. ✓►fUQY\+brlect (over) 6. Recorded by Outbuildings (describe) none 294 X296 South Street Exterior wall fabric clapboards Other features 21/2 stories; 3 bays wide, 1 room deep; central chimney; over- hanging stories; 20th cen. porch Altered yes Date Moved no? Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 75 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet C. Dubi e Organization Northampton Historical Commi Date AR E E D MAY 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates unknown homestead? 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development x Political residence Recreation Religion Science/ iave ation Social/ Humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This dwelling is located on South Street in the vicinity of three similar colonial structures. Two and one-half stories in height, it displays the overhanging second and third floor levels typical in early colonial dwellings. The chimney has been altered and the entrance obscured by a porch. At the rear the roof slope continues to include a one room 'deep "lean-to".. 10. Bibliography and /or refer .ences (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 3/73 In Area no. Form no. Northampton 298 300 South Street 18th century cr FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION (lffinP of ih rPt it r n -no-4- 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 0 Er PrR-L o w R 0 V-4 nir D N DO NOT WRITE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. ver-t vied I p►-a N THIS SPACE (over) Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric asphalt shingle Outbuildings (describe) none Other features central chimney; 19th century porch, additions® Altered yes Moved no? 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre 75 feet Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Date Colonial vernacular 2 stories; 5 bays wide; 20 feet 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Date various Date Organization NQ rthamp ton 4MED HHis tori. cal MAY 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM, 7. 'Original owner (if known) unknown Original use homestead? Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion' Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement iiveotion Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military Humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) One of a pair of colonial residences located on South Street this structure displays the characteristics of early building in Northampton: central chimney and a five bay facade, low foundation. This dwelling has been substantially altered, both by a large addition to the rear and by the asphalt shingles which now cover exterior wall surfaces. fenestration in the side walls has also been changed. A second colonial dwelling is located on the lot to the east© At the corner of .Harlow and South Streets another colonial homestead is located. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of bulb:ling Immuvu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. VInUentDried iu d r IsrVVEN prve r 0 Er pe vicy 0 C pr 5 T 'DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) sss 310 South Street ant use ent ownerKatsgk ription: ource iitect unknown 6. Recorded by C Dubie In Area no. Form no. Northampton Day House Real. Estate Office Deyette c.1840 visual evidence Greek Revival Exterior wall fabric wood Outbuildings (describe) none Other features 21/2 stories; pilasters at corners; entrance with pilasters, recessed sidelights; wide cornice chimney( s? altered Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage 150 feet Approximate distance of building from street 30 feet Organization No rtha Commis Date Nail 9 1976 MAY 5 1976 HIST. COMM, Original owner (if :flown) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Family Homestead Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development X Political Residence; Real Estate Office Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ Humanitarian Transportation t( 2 9. historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Lay •Family owned the land on which this large Greek Revival style house was built in the mid -nineteenth century, The Days owned a .brickyard and much of the surrounding property. In 1399 the Say Brothers declared bankruptcy. and the tract of land was subdivided, creating a large number of lots on which several bun alows and other dwellings were built. the Greek Revival homestead is a large, cubic mass five bays ide and three deep. The gable ends are enclosed and a deep heavy cornice encircles the eaves© Pilasters appear at the corners of the facade and flank the, entranceway which is recessed and emphasised by rows of sidelights. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) Atlas o f NortharDton, 1873, 1834, 1395, 3j/3 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ;ss ant use ant owner itect In Area no. Northampton Organization NHC 88 Lyman Road G.S. Lee House ription:_ 1883 -95 residence 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Form no. 39A -52 Gary and Anne Arnold )urce Reg. of Deeds and Atlas Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street February 1980 INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSAGESETTS HISTOKCAL 62MSSION Office of the Secretary, Boston 9. Historical Significance. Cammnity: Northampton Form No: 39A-52 operty Name: G.S. Lee House Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. This is a large rambling house set back from the street, and at the brow Of Fort Hill. To the east and south the land drops about fifty feet into the meadows, providing a long vista across the meadows and Connecticut River to the Holyokre Range. Basically there are cvo houses joined together, both of which are shown on the 1895 atlas. more imposing part is a cube, two stories high with a hipped roof: A three story tower with pyramidal roof and hipped dormers serves as t' entrance, and also joins the hipped cube to the part of the house. This is two stories high with a gable roof to the sidd. 7. Original owner (if known) Esmeriah Roberts Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates S. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development x Political residence Conservation Education x Exploration Recreation Religion Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The exact dating of this house is difficult as the 1884 Atlas doesn't cover all of High St. (now Lyman Rd.). In 1883 Russell Roberts bought a large lot of land on the north side of the street at the brow of Fort Hill. Mr. Roberts already owned a house at 68 High St., so in 1885 he sold the large lot to Esmeriah Roberts. However a house is men- tioned on the lot at that time,. and one is mentioned five days later when Esmeriah sells the western half of the lot to Alphonso wit'r.erell. ismeriah was a local jeweler and lived on Olive St. In 1395 this house is shown on the atlas and a Mrs. Roberts is listed as owner. The first known occupant of the house is the Rev. Dr. Gerald Stanley Lee, who is listed here in 1898. The Rev. Lee maintained this house until his death in 1944. He was a prolific author and lecturer and spent much of his literary career in New York, where, with his wife Jeanette, a former Smith College professor, he conducted the Lee School for Co- ordination and Balance. This school was continued in Northampton when the Lees made this city their permanent residence. Rev. Lee wrote on many subjects, including: war,democracy, social problems and mental health. In 1905 he founded and edited "Mount Tom" magazine, "an all out- doors magazine devoted to rest and worship and a little look off on the world This was published until 1918. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1395 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 380- P455, 369 -252. Northampton Directory: 1885 through 1900, 1922. Daily Hampshire Gazette, April 4, 1944- Forbes Library- Photo Collection: Gerald Stanley Lee House Card Catalog: Gerald Stanley Lee. continued 3714-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston `t.... 1Vlap. 1Jlctw.. 011c1.1,11 va lll111uua6 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) ent use In Area no. Northampton a SS 78 Lyman Rd. ent owner Gary and Anne Arnold ription: )urce 1883 -85 Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features residence Reg. of Deeds 6. Recorded by E. Lonerqan Organization NHC Date April 1980 Form no. 39A -53 clapboard Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street c�v C 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication .e Community development x residence Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 187 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1885-86, 1886 -87, 1887-88, 1895-96. Registry of Deeds: Bk '96 -P 1 67. This simple two and a half story house was built during the early 1880's. Russell Roberts bought a large lot of land on the north side of High St. (now Lyman Rd.) at the brow of Fort Hill. Mr...Roberts lived at 68 High St. and sold the land at the brow of the hill to Emeriah Roberts, a Northampton jeweler. Emeriah, in turn, split the lot and sold the western part to Alphonso Witherell five days later. Mr. Witherell was a letter carrier and was first listed at the "foot" of High Et. in 1885. By 1887 this had become 78 High St. The house has the gable end to the street, with a cross gable on the eastern side. Within the front gable is a round headed gash window with a shouldered surround. C�� 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date In Area no. 1 Northampton ent owner Marshall and Dorothy Schalk ription: Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage 90' Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization 1884 -91 20' E. Lonergan NI-1C February 1980 Form no. 39A-54 clapboard f Deeds 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Azro T. Crossley residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural n Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1884 Azro Crossley bought this lot on the north side of High St. (now Lyman Rd.) for $475. Mr. Crossley was a lawyer and only lived here a short time. In 1891 he sold the house and lot. The house is two stories in height with a hipped gable roof to the side. A gabled entrance pavilion projects slightly from the facade. All of the gables have small oculi, and are clad with fish scale shingles. A one story; hipped roof porch extends across the front and continues along the eastern side. The porch has chamfered posts, and chamfered stick "brackets as well as an "H" pattern balustrade. One story, three -sided bays are on both the eastern and western sides. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 389 -P 93, 439 -7, 518 -283. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86. 1 t' 37M-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston first floor: clapboard other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric second, floor: shingle in relation to nearest cross streets and (over) :ss :nt use ;nt owner William and Helen ^iption: urce Atlas and of Deeds itect Outbuildings (describe) Other features Organization Date In Area no. Form no. 39A -56 Northampton 64 T,yman Rd- c. 1900 Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage residence 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan_ NHC x Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street 20° February 1980 80' to c, Mc Carthy 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Education Exploration settlement Industry Military Political residence 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 500- P 35 and 61. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) In 1895 Estella Graves, the widow of Dwight Graves, sold E. Cyrus Miller this lot on High St. (now known as Lyman Rd.). Mr. Graves and his partner Silas Cooley had bought all of the land on the north side of High St. in 1881. Both of them lived on the street, and the rest of the land was sold off as homestead lots. In 1897 Isaac Bridgeman bought this same lot from Mr. Miller, with no house mentioned in the deed. The 1900 directory lists Mr. Bridgeman, a teacher, as living here. The house is two stories in height with a high hipped roof. A balustrade caps the roof. The eastern end of the facade has a pro© jecting, pedimented pavilion. A one story, hipped roof porch extends from this pavilion westerly across the facade and wraps half way around to the western side. The porch has Tuscan columns and a balustrade. 371-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sKetcn oI nuilulug tv�a�i�u in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Moved 5. Lot size: Northampton In Area no. Form no. 39A -57 .aitect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features Dan and Joan Haugaard clapboard Altered One acre or less x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street Organization NHC Date February 1980 f Deeds 7. Original owner (if known) Dwight A. Graves Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreati ri Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) In 1881 Dwight Graves and Silas Cooley, Main St. tobacco dealers, bought all the land on the north side of High St. (now Lyman Rd.) east of Silas Cooley's homestead (no. 36 Lyman Rd.). During the 1880's Graves and Cooley sold this land off as homestead lots. This lot was kept by Mr. Graves and by 1884 the house was built. The house is two stories in height with a high hippedroof. The eastern side has a cross gable, which is hipped, and a two -story three -sided bay. The front has a small gabled wall dormer and barge boards with quatre -foil cut -outs. A one -story porch extends across the front and continues on the eastern side to the projecting cross gable. This porch is composed of turned` posts, a spindle frieze and a double tier balustrade. The posts are connected by gently arched members. The window surrounds are fluted and there is a molded cornice with dentils and a wide friezeboard. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 376 -P 188. Northampton Directory: 1985 -86, 1895 -96. 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston �t. 1VLaj). 1JL[Lw ancOL,LI vi in relation to nearest' cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date ess a ent use Tipton: puree iitect In Area no. Form no. 39A -58 Northampton 48 Lyman Rd. T. Todd House .ent owner Allyn Bridges and Helen Pryor 1902 -05 Reg. of Deeds and Directory first floor: stucco Exterior wall fabric second fl oor ingg Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Date Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage 160' Approximate distance of building from street 20' 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC residence February 1980 i 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation Thomas H. Todd early maps, etc.) 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk 562 -P 316. N'orthampton Directory: 1905. residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This early 20th century house was built for Thomas Todd, co -owner of Todd Co., a dry and fancy goods concern on Main St. Mr. Todd bought a portion of Silas Cooley's homestead, formerly Alfred Starkweather's no. 36 Lyman Rd., in 1902. This is one of the later houses on the street, originally known as High St, and laid out in 1870 by Charles G. and Alfred Starkweather. The houses built on the north side of the street back 'up to the Fort Hill estate, Northam ton's most exclusive residential tract. Fort Hill is a river terrace which is surrounded on three sides by the old bed of the Mill River. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 37M 7 77 (over) sent owner Jack Susan Barocas cription: 1871 -73 source Reg, of Deeds Atlas Le •ess 57 Lyman Road C. Pierce House sent use residence ;hitect In Area no. Northampton Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features "Palladian" window in gable front porch with posts, balus- trade of cut -out pattern and gabled entrance oro'ection Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date 10° NHC Date Date X Over one acre 100° Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan February 1980 Form no. 39P -59 Original owner (if known) Chaunce. H. Pierce Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This was the third house, built on Lyman Rd. (originally known as _:i;h St.). High St.had been laid out in 1870 by Charles G. lfred Sterk.weather through their family's South St. hostead. The str et wilt in two sections with a dog -leg, and the early residences were built on the eastern half of the street. This half backed up to the brow of the old Mill River terrace and provided land owners with a relatively secluded location. Chauncey Pierre '..'as co- owner, with Perry Peck, of a Main St. insurance agency. This story residence with gable end to the street is very si:'.ilar to 23 Ly;ran Rd. in form and detailing. "Palladian" window is in the front gable, and a one -story porch with cha.r. erect posts, balustrade of cut-cut pattern, and gabled entrance projection extends across the facade. A wide frieze, cornerboards, and window cornices____ are used for trim details. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1%'.773, 1884 1895 'tlases ?c-i:tr'y of Deeds: 3k.310- P.457, 234-39 o t;;ampton Directory: 1373 -74 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 1Vla�l. LL CL vV r w.,ii •J. vui ivau av■...."v.• in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Date Iti Area no. Form no. 39F -60 Northampton °ess 61 Lyman Rd. e E. Gere House ;ent use residence [C ;ent owner William Newman Juliet Schor ;ription: �nitect Exterior wall fabric Other features Organization 1880 -84 ource Reg. of Deeds :alas Stick Style Outbuildings (describe) clapboard Altered rear porch added Moved Date Date 20th C. 5. Lot size: One acre or less X Over one acre 100° Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 15° 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan NI IC February 1980 Original owner (if known) Edward C. Gere Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) resides e Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Edu ration Architectural X Ex' oration/ The Arts :dement Commerce In stry Communication tary Community development F itical Recreation Religion Science invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 9. Historical significance (include expl;: tion of themes checked above) This rouse was built c ing the early 1980's for Edward Gere, son Henry Gere, the long termed .iditor of the Hampshire Gazette. Edward Cere was connected with the news ;a Der throughout his Greer, 'and became co- proprietor with his brother 'ollins H. Gere after their Lather stPpced down in 1910° Edward retain d this position until his death in 19'_ This resi3ence was also main. fined by him until that date. In 1380 he had obtained ..ot 5-of the Starkweather subdivision. This .:ad been ccened up from Sout Ste in 1370. Early development was on the eastern if of the street s t back over 200 feet from South and near the_ .brow of the river terrace overlooking _<ort amp ton's famous .meadows. The street auickly attracted solid, middle -class residents who ;'ere a thra i 1ed by the setting. The house is 21 stories nigh, capped by a slate roof, and w th she gable end to the street. The front gable is decorated by a large, arched brace, decorated king post and brackets. Pedimented cornices are used on the rectangular windows while the front porch has chamfered posts, set in pairs, and a balustrade of -out pattern. 1373, 12P4 L 1995 tiasss iy of J_eds: Dk.260 392, 273 -1C3 ort^ampton Directory: 1325 -86, 1905, 1915 1-7ort.-.amoto'. 3ook, `de by Tercentenary History Commi:tOe r 1 5 legit 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) .,hitect Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features part of porch Altered enrincper Date 2O.1.h c Moved 5. Lot size: In Area no. Form no. 39F -63 Northampton ress 69 Lyman Road ie E. Cook House sent use residence sent owner Larve Nancy Kemper cription: 1883 -84 ource Reg. of Deeds Ptlas e Ttalianate One acre or less Date X Over one acre Approximate frontage 100° Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization 15° NHC Date February 1980 ner (if known) Edwin D. Cook Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural x Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This house was built in 1383 -34 for Edwin Cook, who was employed by W. F. 2ri^dle, "stove dealer, plumber, steam and gas fitter, and ..rain pie Y_r. Cook obtained lot G of Alfred and Charles G. Star{'.Jeather's subdivision blan for High St. (t-'e original name of Lyman ad..). The' Stark- weathers subdivided their family's honestea:7, which began on South ?rd ran easterly over the brow of the ri:'er terrace and into __:e meadows. The eastern half of the homestead became develooe., with a*cout 13 _abstan' single-family hones. The setting was mostly wooded :.d almost rural in character. This cualit_v was maintained by the undeveloped r-uality of t"e meadows and the Fort Hill estate, northampton's most exclusive hor estead tract, •;..ich abutted the High St. plan on the north. Cook house S 2; Stories in gS1 S :Pl..��.t, with gable end to street and a cross-gable to the :yestsrn side_. one-story, wr3o- eround :orc.^. with chamfered posts and balustrade of cut -out bettern adorn the facade 7::i le_ window cornices, corner boards and narrow frieze provide trim label with stops caps the round- headed window in the Ercn gable. 10. Bibliography and/or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1373, 7 '9 ,1 a 1395 tlases ;'stry of 2teds: 3k.37S- 2.-.33, 275 -L00 _.o t°a^.;to, it _or 1333-3(- 37M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION +L... o,, Ines +.a... O +n +n Linn ou ono +nn A ,•ru•-• 'J1 LJULLL AI,s Iue; at, LUu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over In Area no. Form no. 39P -64 Northampton ress 75 Lyman Road Ze H. Gere House sent use residence sent owner Raymond Pllyn Dargis cription: 1884 -88 source Ptlas Directory e Queen F .nne Architect Charles H. Jones Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) Other features Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by Organization Date 15° NHC Date Date Over one acre 1.181 460' Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan February 1980 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Henry S. Gere residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural X Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication X Military humanitarian Community development X Political Transportation l b `o 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This c'ueen nne styled house was built from designs of local architect Charles H. Jones. Mr. Jones learned the trade of house painter in Boston, and was first associated in business with his brother, Isaac R. Jones, in F_shfield, Mass. Charles moved to Northampton_ in 1868 and remainec' here until his death in 1897 at the age of 59. He continued his painting and interior decorating business here, but received encouragement to engagE in architectural practice. His first designs were in the Italienate ane Second Empire styles. However, his bestwork was done in the Queen Anne mode. This includes three houses still standing in Northampton: 75 Lyman Rd., 152 South St. and 28 Pomeroy Terrace. By 1889 he had designed over Fiftl? residences, three churches, and many commercial buildings° Henry S. Gere, the owner and editor of the Hampshire Gazette, is first listed as living in this house in the 1888 °89 Directory. Mr. Gere was born in Williamsburg in 1828 and began his career with local newspapers at the age of 17 working for the Hampshire Herald. In two years he became editor of the weekly, and in 1848 when the Herald merged with the Northampton Courier he was named assistant editor. In 1849 at the age of 21 he be- came editor and proprietor. He revolutionized newspaper editing here by emphasizing local news. In 1858 this paper combined with the Hampshire Gazette, Northampton s first __paper founder in 178E by Williarn Butler. Mr. Gere served as co- editor with James R. Trumbull, the editor and pro- prietor of the Gazette who was later known as "Northampton's historian 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1884 1895 Atlases Registry of Deeds: Bk.389 -P,167 Northampton Directory: 1887 -88, 1888 -89 Representative Families of Northampton, vol,I, C,Warner, 1917 F'.55 Hampshire Gazette Courier 1 -15 -89 The Northampton Bock, ed. by Tercentenary History Committee, 1954, pp.377 INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HI STORI C.L CCMISSICt4 Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which being "continued be1c. (Conti _od ,.ro: Page 1 The weekly papc r change:: to thr 1 29 ilv Har s_':ire Ga zettE it 12C t a anc given i-. his honor on his SO n *birthday by the editors of wesc_r:: was accteimrf des the editor of longest service it New England. Two year later, after c3 y ars as an editor, he was succeeded his s^...5 Collins and EGA +'e C. Gerc rr 'rc w== al,o prominent in civic affairs. In 1357 he was c: County Treasurer, a positio_. he held for 1S yea:_. He W2S c:.a_r.,. of t:. County Committee t e •1. y e served y r c the C� �c-..... _ci years, a sew. years _or_.. ton School Committse. The ous= is ")1, O= i s in ra h clad in c1apboar: Or irs an s..... 1es on the upbe_ floors. fairly si:mpl.e racta zi.r mass with ccble e to the street a_._ two story re=rell, t c house J.5 enlivened bv large amounts of late_ Victorian decoration. The site cross ^ati :s, the .front gable, ..,nd t:..1 porch's c..,..Qnce cable are decorated with sun-bursts and rosettes. The one- story front porch as a conically- roofed side projection a -e gabled entrance. Turn__ posts, a frieze' of spindles, and balustrade of sticks in geometric pattern composs,,the oorch. The eastern side has a t _=c- story bay and recessed porch on the second floor, while the western sic-_ as 2 triangular dormer, a two-story oriel and an oriel camped by small porch. Wide boarding is used for string courses between the floors. This combined with cornerboards and the window surrounds help to delineate the Structure's component Darts. g varlet'; of window forms are used and several of the windows contain stained Class, most notably the stepped row of three on trig: western sire. The house is locate:: at the brow of the terrace above the old be O the Mill River. Meadows stretch easterly from the Old bed to the Connecticut River, and beyond that to the Holyoke Range in Hadley. Thus a spectacular panoramic vista is opened up tc the east and south from this house 37M-7-77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. (over) Tnwn Northampton In Area no. :ss 10 Hampton Terrace C. Harris House Bnt use residence 39P -o5 ent owner Sidney Emma Kaplan ription: 1894 nurce Queen P Form no. f Deeds Directory hitect Exterior wall fabric c la pboa rd Outbuildings (describe) frame garage Other features high hip slate roof with front side gables, fish scale shingles in gables, cut -away front porch Altered Moved 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 20' Organization NHC 115' Date Date Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Over one acre X Date February 1980 Icfy- 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development residence 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes Charles M. Harris Conservation Recreation Education Religion j Exploration/ Science/ N. settlement invention J Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation This house was built in 1394 for Charles ;Harris, a achinist or the Central Cilges Stove Co. located at the Loot of Munroe_ St., on Hampton Ter., the lot extends easterly over the brow of the old "i11 River terrace into the meadows. A high hip slate roof with front and side gabled projections cads the two story house. The gables are clad in fish-scale shingles. '•+ideboarding is used vertically and horizontally for emphasis. The cntrarce is recessed within e cut -away porch. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1T34 1395 atlases ..`1.gist:y of :OP2s. 3k.,45C''9.131 cr;..aT.ctor. _irectorv: l -95, 1003 'M -7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston in relation to nearest cross streets ann other buildings. Indicate north. (over) 1. Town Northampton 3 ription: >ource Reg. of Deeds Directory 5. Lot size: ess 12 Hampton Terrace e C. Gallup House ent use ;hitect In Area no. residence 1905 -06 Altered Date Moved Date Approximate frontage 114° 20° 6. Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization NHC Date February 1980 Form no. 39P -66 Sent owner Samuel Eliot Jr. `et al. Exterior wall fabric clapboard Outbuildings (describe) frame garage Other features high hip slate roof in diamond pattern, pedimented gable topping 2 -story bow on front, porch With Tosd n c0lnmrs One acre or less X Over one acre Approximate distance of building from street Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Original owner (if known) aia Cra e 1 Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) This house was built in 1905 -06 for Charles Gallup, emoloaed at that time for the Smith Carr 3aking CO. Gallup later ran a wholesale confec- tionery business out of his house, Located at the foot of Munroe. St. on Hampton Ter., the lot backs up to the brow of old Mill River,terrace, eadows stretch easterly from here to the Connecticut River, providing a very scenic vista. II high, hip slate roof, with front gabled projection caps a two- st-'".v block. T_11 front oedimented gable -is atop a two -story cow on the faca-'.. arrow corner boards, frieze, and window surrounds .:eio delineate the ^°ass, and a large one -story portico with TlIscen columns covers the entrance. 1395 1915 .tlases :ecistry of 3eeas. 2k.384-P.143 fort er pton Directory: 1`�C6 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston r :15. '3 tv\ LLJ 111 k °.O 35 MHC Photo no. 0 kv) DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant v i- Q k i? 5R .pi (over) Northampton ess off Hampton Terrace ent use ent owner Tipton: In Area no. "The Beeches" Re si denti al loc Form no. 39 A -0 Colburn Sidney Bailey (for sale)_ 1914 Daily Hampshire Gazette ource 4/1/1930 Tudor Revival 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location Architect Murphy Dana of N. Y. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. Exterior wall fabric cal° d shingl P s Outbuildings (describe) none Other features steep tiled roofs; shingled wall surfaces; bays, massive chimneys. Altered no Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: Less than one acre x Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by C. Dubi e Organization Northampton Hi s to ri cal Commi s sio Date fF JUN 3 0 19 HT 7. Original owner (if Original use d Rest dence t Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Residence Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural Education Architectural Exploration/ The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social Humanitarian Transportation 9. Historical Significance (include explanation of themes checked above) The Beeches was the home of Calvin Coolidge following his presidency. The Coolidge family lived there from 1930 to 1937, at which time Mrs. Coolidge moved to Jashington Street. The fo r er president had died in 1933. Coolidge began his legal career in Northampton in 1597 and at that period boarded with various families on Round Hill and King Street, In 1907 Coolidge began to rent a dwelling on Massasoit Street; the family remained there through 1930, two years after Coolidge' s presidency, when the steady stream of sightseers prompted the move to more secluded Hampton Terrace. The three story residence is sited on a 5 acre parcel of land and overlooks the Ox Bow flood plain, The mass is simple with a deeply gabled L at the southerly corner. Windows are grouped and divided into small panes. Dense shrubbery surrounds the dwellin?. Between 1899 and 1928 Coolidge served as a city councillor in Northam ton., mayor (1909), state senator (1911), governor (1918). and vice .president (192'0). He began his ?residency on ugu.st 2, 1923, wnen Warren G. Harairg died© Coolidge himself was elected in 1924 The 16 room residence was built in 1914-15 for Dr. Henry Mac= Cracken, a professor of English at Smith College; it derived its name from eighty beeches pranted on the large property. The home was designed by the New York firm of Richard Henry Dana and Henry K. I•'ei.rphy. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early reaps, etc.) Northampton City Directory, 1930-1940; Daily riamp shi r j Se x Forbes Library Gazette, 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston ess Loudville Rd. cent use cent 'owner Edmund and Dympna :ription: Rust House Residence 3urce Atlas and Directories Q Q 37M-7 -77 in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. a D J Q (over) Date 1 Northampton _litect 6. Recorded by Organization In Area no. Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe)1 a r g e barn Other features Altered Date °Q/\ Moved Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street E. Lonergan NHC May 1980 Form no. 41 -8 Connolly FO 7. Original owner (if known) Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Agricultural o x Education Architectural Exploration The Arts settlement Commerce Industry Communication Military Community development Political William S. Rust residence •v 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This farmstead with one and a half story house and large barn is located on a sloping bank above the north branch of the Manhan River in the southwestern corner of Northampton. The 1831 tor:'n map indentifies a mill site, Kingsley's factory, on the river just east of this farm, but doesn't show the farm. Zenas Kingsley's homstead covered part of this farm during this period, but it is unlikely that this is his house. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map. 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1868 -69, 1875 -76. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation The house was probably built by William S. Rust, a farmer who first appears in Loudville about 1870. It is still an operating farm today. immh REPORTED. BY: 19. PREVIOUS WORK •QSurace Collected "Pot hunted" LJ Tested BY WHOM/AFFILIATION BY WHOMJAFFILIATI'I BY vv}OM/AFFILLATION Excavation BY W} MJAFFILIATIOh 20. PRESENT LOCATION OF MATERIALS (INCLUDE ADDRESSES) 21. REFERENCES/REPORTS 22. RECOVERED DATA (identify IN DETAIL, including structures, related outbuildings, landscape features, etc.) A. Documentary: B. Archaeological: 23. ARCHAEOLOGICAL OR HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE This site is located on the west bank of the north branch of the Manhan River in the village of Loudville. Loudville occupies part of all four Hamptons (North, South, East and West). but the majority of the industrial sites were in Northampton.- At one point there were three dams within a half mile along the river. None remain today__nor_do anv_of the.industries. This site contains_ 24. ATTACH TO THIS FORM POR- 25. ETCH PLAN OF SITE FT i) EVALUATION NAME E. Lonergan ORGANIZATION NHC DATE DATE DATE INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL CCU SS I ON Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. BIBLIOGRAPHY FORM D 23. Archaeological or Historical Significance Registry of Deeds: Bk. 331 -P. 121, 301 -213, 227 -345. Hampshire Gazette; April 9, 1891, Sept. 19, 1876, Aug. 11, 1874. Springfield Union Nov. 11, 1906. Gazetter of Hampshire County 1654 -1887, p. 373. Staple to Inventory form at bottom the remains of brick walls, a headrace and tailrace to the power canal and large concrete rubble piers. The site seems to have been first developed during the mid 1860's. John Watson, the owner of another paper mill at Loudville, had a wood frame paper mill constructed here. In 1867 Mr. Watson formed a partnership with Albert Chamberlain. They manufactured collar paper here. Additions were made in 1873, but the mill was totally destroyed by fire in August of 1873. At that time the property was described as consisting of a two story, 30'x60' mill with boiler house, machine room and bleach house attached. Between thirty and forty hands were employed here. It was stated that the owner would rebuild, and they soon did. A brick mill with slate roof was constructed at a cost of $12,000. The capacity was 1; tons of paper daily. During the summers this mill ran almost entirely in steam power, as the river was too dry. In September of 1876 this mill was destroyed by fire. The owners again rebuilt, but financial losses had become too heavy and the property was sold to the:Easthampton Paper Co. in 1883. This company soon failed and the mill remained idle for a number of years. A new company, t..` Morley Paper Co., resumed business in the late 1880's manufacturing bond and linen paper. In 1890 they began to make tissue paper for typewriters, This was a new industry, which had begun after the McKinley tariff law. Previously all this type of paper had been made in Germany. Fire struck again, with the mill being destroyed in 1891. "This fire is a severe blow to the village of Loudville, which was just recovering from previous disasters" A portion of the mill was refitted early in the 20th century. Its from this period that the concrete rubble piers probably date. The Loudville Leather Board Co. occupied the building. They were manufacturers of a kind of leather paper used to make shoe counters. This firm lasted for only a few years, and the site was finally abandoned. Today, it is very overgrown wit h vegetation. FORM D HISTORIC RESOURCES SURVEY HISTORIC AR{2 EOLOGI C S IMS Dssachusetts Historical Commission Office of the Secretary State House, Boston leam 1. SITE NAMES) 2. TOWN /CITY Northampton m To MHC NO. Ui BASTING —iO NG E.®9. Q NR f7ACT f7ELIG. f 7NO DISTRICT 7 L7No 3. STREET NUMBER (IF NOT AVAILABLE, GIVE DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF HOW TO REACH SITE) Loudville Rd. on west balk of Manhan River 200 yards south of Rt. 66 4. OWNER(S) AND ADDRESS (ES) Constance Marchard and Barbara Winkler QPlic Private 5. SITE LOCATED BY 4QCRM Survey QAvocational Collector L=7Field School /QOtiser (Specify) L+escribe Sapling Strategy used to Locate Site: 6a.PERIOD(S) (Check all applicable boxes) L717th C. 018th C. 19th C. L720th C. 77t own 6b. ESTIMATED OCCUPATION RANGE 7. DATING MPS 'TITLE SEAR( METdODI 1831, 1860, 1873, 1895 LX Yes QNo COMPARATIVE MATERIALS 1 i 8a. SITE TYPE (5/Agrarian QResidential aUnknown L7Other (Specify) 8b DESCRIBE DESCRIBE SIZE, HORI ZON'TAL AND VERTICAL BOUNDARIES 1 SOIL USDA Soil Series Acidity 1 Acid 13. WATER NEAREST WATER SOURCE Manhan River 14. VEG TA.TI ON PRESENT second and final third of 19th century 'Contour Elevat? on 50 375 MAS NO. OPaRNO. COUNTY PAST ADDITIOAL DOCL ''TS OTHER Hampshire dustrial fTComnercial ilita 41 -10 I o� 10 STRATI GR.APHY Surface Indicators St atigraphy Sanding grins f7Stratified Surface finds UNOT Stratified rkers Cellar Hole Slope of Ground I z70 -5 Q5 -15 Q15 -25 r7over25 I 12. TO'. er API iY 7 14 at Gentle undulation asel I Rollin ills Q?.lotntains SIZE ANM SPEED' DISTANCE FROM SITEISEASONAL AVAILABILITY 1I c �GRi'1Y IF DISTURBED, DESCRIBE DISTURBANCE D'UndisturOed E7Good Fair QDestroyed 6 SURROUNMING ENVIRONMENT n Land 'oodland Eroded Soils sidential Buildings Commercial Industrial 23Rural Visible from Site Coastal isolated 18. ACCT SIEILIII 40 PUBLIC 5/78 GFree Access 7Need Owner Permission G7Restricted No Access 1195 Westharp ton Road Wlcnsa -1 R'c'si eneo ent use Re sidence 1750 vi sual evidence Architect unknown Exterior wall fabric clapboards Outbuildings (describe) barns 1974? J e 3 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5- 73-075074 inoe �ro DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. (over) Moved Northampton ent owner Karl Dora thy Suleski ription: urce 5. Lot size: cal theate. Ce e Other features -1 1 sto ii'es; four bays wide; central chimney; plain entranceway; addition Altered small addition Date no In Area no. Form no. 1700 Date One acre or less Over one acre x Approximate frontage 300 feet Approximate distance of building from street 20 feet 6 Recorded by C. lXtbi e Organization Northampton Hi sto ri cal Commi ssion Date SepteTb -tEN APR 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. 7. Original owner if known) Original use unknown Residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates Residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This 11/2 story residence dating from the 18th century is located on Westhampton Road, about two miles from Westhampton center and eight miles from downtown Northampton. Several surviving barns indicate its use in the 19th and 20th centuries as a homestead. Other dwellings dating from the late 18th and early nineteenth centuries indicate that the road was well populated early in Northampton° s history. The structure is one and a half stories in height with a single story revealed in the facade where a deep sloping roof descends to meet the door and window frames. Entranceway details are simple. A small wing has been added to the eastern facade of the structure. The gently sloping roof descends to the tops of the window openings; its flat broad surface is the single most outstanding feature of the dwelling. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Date, EPTION: hip:[l Private individual Private organization o qi Recorded by Organization Date LVa,a uyv,a cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. E. Lonergan N$C June 1980 Source Style Architect clapboard Exterior wall fabric 2 story turkey house Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Moved Approx. acreage Setting (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area Form no. 41 -22 Date over one acre (JV± ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 11/2 stories ;in height with gable end to the street, a red tin roof, two over two sash windows, and a one —story porch with shed roof, turned posts witl fancy brackets. and balustrade, which extends across the three —bay facade. Of some interest is the two —story turkey house to the east. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1794 and 1831 Town Map. 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or and how the building relates to the development of the community) The first map of Northampton, dated 1794, identifies this as the new road to Westhampton. The older route, laid out about 1760, followed the paths of present —day Rocky Hill and Park Hill Rds. across Northampton. West Farms was first settled about this time, and until recently remained a rural farming district of Northampton, loc— ated about four miles west of the center. After the Second World War residential develop— ment made this area part of suburban Northampton. This property seems to date back to the mid 19th century in the Phelps family. The present house appears to be somewhat newer though. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston Architect Exterior wall fabric clapboards Outbuildings (describe) barns Other features 2 stories; original 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. :Indicate north. /,,;vook 1 D 20M- 5- 73-075074 MHC Photo no. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant (over) Moved, 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 6. Recorded by In Area no. Form no. z d G ant use Residence ant owner John Eva Ornasta ription: 1790-1820-visual. evidence 1820 plaque on house urce visual evidence; plaque Federal unknown Organization Commi ssion Date APR 5 1976 bay addition; Over one acre 960 fAer X Approximate distance of building from street 30 fe C. Dithi e !Ica 7. Original owner (if known) unknown (riot researched) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates residence 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development Conservation Recreation Education Religion Exploration Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This residence on West Farms Road dates from the late 18th or early nineteenth century and indicates the more modest detailing and character of the rural residence. The structure has ridge roof and plain, flat facade broken by five evenly spaced bays. At the south an addition two bays wide disturbs the originally intended symmetry without interrupting the rhythm of the bays. The entranceway with sidelights and transom is the distinguishing feature of the dwelling and the characteristic which allies the structure with the Federal period, West Farms is a village southwest of Northampton center, Religion, Methodism in particular, played an important role in the growth and community life of the hamlet until the mid-twentieth century when widespread use of automobiles allowed its resi dents greater access to the city of Northampton. West Farms center now consists of a chapel and brick schoolhouse, several frame dwellings dating from the early nineteenth century, and a neighborhood grocery. Other inventory items include the chapel and school, a Greek Revival residence and late colonial style dwelling. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 3/73 West Farms (Northampton) corner West Farms Road ess Westhampton Road DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant MHC Photo no. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSE TTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary. State House. Boston 4. Map. Draw sketch of building location in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings. Indicate north. 20M -5- 73-075074 3 4 (over) C. p� M cyf D ent owner Stefan Susan Buczala Exterior wall fabric clapboards Outbuildings (describe) In Area no. Form no. 4 (2 °II none Other features,L Gtnri es;, f; ve bays wide, 1 deep; central chimney in ridge roof; porch with doric columns Altered Moved 5. Lot size: no 1 One acre or less Approximate frontage Westhampton Road Approximate distance of building from street 6. Recorded by Organization Commission Date 30 feet x Over one acre C. Dubie Date Date 250 feet on b. 1 nt• S ep t et r-.8 ffP/ APR 5 1976 MASS. HIST. COMM, 7. Original owner (if known) Original use residence Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) unknown (no researched) residence Aboriginal Conservation Recreation Agricultural Education Religion Architectural Exploration/ Science/ The Arts settlement invention Commerce Industry Social/ Communication Military humanitarian Community development x Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) This early residence is Located on Westhampton Road, an early route joining Northampton and the village of Westhampton® The structure is five bays wide and one room deep. The ridge roof has moderate slope and a central chimney. A porch supported by Doric columns surrounds the lower story ans shelters a simple entranceway. The structure probably dates from the period 1800 ®1820. 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 3/73 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 is Name riginal resent .hip: 0 Private individual Private organization Public )riginal owner residence Recorded by Organization Date cross streets and other builaing or geographical features. Indicate north. Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 Moved Approx. acreage Setting Northampton (Staple additional sheets here) .516 Westhampton Rd. IPTION: early 19th century Area Form no. 43 -52 Major alterations (with dates) enalrged— mid 19th century one acre or less Date BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within, community) The origianl house was probably lA stories in height with ridge roof. The western half of the present house shows this configuration, while the eastern half shows the remodelling that probably took place in the mid 19th century. The first floor windows have six over six sashes, while the second floor windows are half- size and fit tightly under the eaves. A one -story ell extends to the rear of the house and connects it to a small outbuilding. 1794 and 1831 Town Maps. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. c L HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This small farmhouse is located near Pine Grove, a small section of Northampton, about two miles west of the center, on the road to Westhampton. Saw Mill Brook (also known as Clam Brook, and now called Parsons Brook), a tributary of the Manahn Rover that rises in the Saw Mill Hills and Mineral Hills near West Farms in Northampton, runs near this property and provides some well drained farmland. The first road through here was laid out just after the French and Indian War, about 1760, to connect the fledgling villages of Murrayfield (now known as Huntington and Chester) on the Westfield River to Northampton. It followed the present path of Rocky Hill and Pine Hill Raods within the present bounds of Northampton. The first of Northampton, made as part of the state -wide survey in 1794 shows this road, but also shows the present Westhampton Rd., running westerly from its junction with Rocky Hill and Park Hill Rds., as the "new road to Westhampton FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 Date cross streets and other buitainga or geographical features. Indicate north. Organization E. Lonergan Recorded by Setting NHC June 1980 Outbuildings Northampton Florence Rd. resent :PTION Public riginal owner Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Area residence residence hip: a0 Private individual Private organization early 20th century Source visual evidence Style Bungalow Architect Exterior wall fabric cement blocks and clapboard Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date 44 -63 one acre or less Form no. ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) This bungalow is 11 stories. in height with ridge roof and shed dormer with four winds on the front slope. A one story -porch extends across the facade and is covered by a continuation of the front slope of the roof, at a less steep pitch. The porch posts are constructed of loose, uncoursed stone, as is the foundation of the hou25e and the chimney on the southe side. T'ih? main part of the house is built of cement blocks with simulated "quarry" finish. These same blocks with stone work patterns are used for a low wall on the front of the porch. On the southern side of the house is an oriel window with shed roof and projecting rafters. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and no the building relates to the development of the community) BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 riginal :PTION: 174 Island "Rd. hip: al Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner resi cion 'P 1884 -95 Atlases Recorded by Organization Date cross streets and other buildings, or geographical features Indicate north. E. Lonergan NH.0 June 1980 Architect Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Major alterations (with dates) Setting Northampton (Staple additional sheets here) Moved Date Approx. acreage Area Form no. 46 -38 clapboard one acre or less I SLc JILL. ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The house is 21 stories in height with gable end to the street. 'T'hefront gable is covered with scalloped boarding and has a small round headed window. The other windows on the house are rectangular with two over two sashes, except for a bay .window on the eastern side of the house. A one —story porch extends across the facade and along the eastern side to the bay windows The porch has a hipped roof, square' posts and balustrade. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (.explain the role owners played in local or state history, and how the building relates• to the development of the community) Around the turn of the century the Ox Bow section of Northampton was developed to its present state. Island Rd. was extended westerly and a short, dead end street, Ferry Ave., was appended on the southern side, This residential development was a consequence of the expansion of the wood processing industries located at the Ox Bow. These were the Connecticut Valley Lumber Co. and the Mt. Tom Sulphite Pulp Co. This house first appears on the 1895 atlas and was owned and occupied by Henry Mooney, a wood dealer. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1885 -86, 1895 -96. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 ?esent lip: ED Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner ION: cross streets and other buildings Date c. 1860 or geographical features. �1a s and visual evidence Indicate north. Source P Date IU c m Recorded by E. Lonergan Organization. NHC a Q Tt June 1980 Architect Poa Exterior wall fabric asbestos shakes Outbuildings (Staple additional sheets here) Major alterations (with dates) sided mid 20th c. Moved Date Approx. acreage Setting Area Form no. 46 -41 over one acre- (1.5) 11 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The cottage is 11/2 stories in height, and oriented southerly, with its back to the newer path of Island Rd. The south side of the house is three bays wide with central entrance and a small wall gable above. This entrance has a small porch with shed roof, turned posts and balustrade. A similar one-story porch covers the eastern end of the house. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This small cottage first appears on the 1860 rap as the property of George L. Wright. Mr. Wright was a farmer and owned a fair amount of acreage an what was then known as Hockanum Island. Originally this area had been part of Hadley, but in 1840 flood waters of the Connecticut River cut through the slender neck of the Ox Bow'and made this an island on the western side of the riVer. Through a silting process and the construction of_eathworks for the Connecticut River Railroad this island became connected to Northampton at its northeasterly end. The 1860 map shows tow houses within the Ox Bow, both owned by farmers taking advantage of the rich soil. BIBLIOGRAPHY and/or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map. 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1860-61, 1868-69, 1873-74 1875-76 [Lc', FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 iOeaLl.un cross 'streets and other buildings or geographical `features. Indicate north. c Name iginal residence 7esent residence Private individual Private organization Public riginal owner Source Atlases and visual evidence Style Architect Exterior wall. Outbuildings n Z S+ -ANt 'no AP Recorded by Organization Date 0 E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 z Major alterations (with dates) sided mid 20th c. Moved Approx. acreage Setting Northampton (Staple additional sheets here) 112 Island Rd. Area Form no. 46 -54 fabric asbestos shakes Date one acre or less I f See Below, BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map. 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This is one of several 11/4 story cottages located on the Ox Bow i n Southern Northampton. This area originally was part of Hadley, but in 1840 flood waters if the Connecticut River cut through the slender neck of the Ox Bow and made this an island on the wester side of the river. The entrance to the Ox Bow quickly silted up and the island became connected to Northampton. The 1860 map shows two houses in the Ox Bow, and 24 years later there was only one more How- ever, a spur of the Connecticut River Railroad had been introduced to the Ox Bow and the 1884 atlas shows the Connecticut River Lumber Co., Mt. Tom Kindling Wood Co., and several small shops. Expansion of this industry in the late 19th and early 20th centuries led to about 25 more houses being built, including two large boarding houses. This house probably first appears on the 1895 atlas. It is 11/2 stories in height with gable end to the street and a slate, diamond- pattern roof. A one -story porch with slate hipped roof, turned posts and brackets, and a balustrade covers the facade. On the western side of the house is a one -story bay window FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 2 94 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 96 Island Rd. is Name Old? Mt. Tom Schoolhouse riginal School hip: 1:23 Private individual Private organization riginal owner City of Northautiton Recorded by Organization Date cross streets and other buildings or geographical features. Indicate north. E. Lonergan NHC March 1980 Date Style Architect Setting PTION 1905 1915 Source Directory and Atlas Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Northampton Area Form no. 46 -55 brick Major alterations (with dates) Moved Date 1( 07 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe; important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) The building is one story in height with a broad, hipped roof that overhangs the brick wall quite substantially. The roof is of slate, in diamond pattern, and has small triangular dormers. The symmetrical facade h has a central entrance, which has been altered and two different window sizes. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This brick building was originally built as the Mt. Tom Schoolhouse early in the 20th century, The Ox Bow area was increasing in population through the expansion of the Mt. Tom Sulphite Co. into a larger industrial complex. The school replaced a smaller building in the Smith's Ferry section of Northampton (now Holyoke) and was in use at least until 1930. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map. 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases, Northampton Directory: 1895 -96, 1900, 1905, 1915, 1922, 1930 and 1965. FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION 294 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108 IUUaciva v cross streets and other buildings Date or geographical features. Indicate north. Source a Name �iginal 7esent iip:E]Private individual Private organization riginal owner Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings 86 Island Rd. Public residence residence Recorded by Organization Date E. Lonergan NHC June 1980 Architect Northampton Major alterations' with dates) Moved Setting Approx. acreage (Staple additional sheets here) Area Form no. 46 -56 clapboard Date one acre or less 1 1 0 8 ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE (describe important architectural features and evaluate in terms of other buildings within community) tic HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE (explain the role owners played in local or state history and how the building relates to the development of the community) This is one of several 12 story cottages located on the Ox Bow on southern Northampton. This area originally was part of Hadley, but in 1840 the Connecticut River cut through the slender neck of the Ox Bow and made this an island and the western side of the river. The entrance to the Ox Bow quickly silted up and the island became connected to Northampton. The 1860 map shows two houses in the Ox Bow, and 24 years later there was one more However, a spur of the Conn ecticut River Railroad had been introduced to the Ox Bow, and the 1884 atlas shows the. Connecticut River Lumber Co., Mt. Tom Kindling Wood Co., and several small shops. Expansion of these industries in the late 19th and early 20th centuries led to about 25 more houses being built, including two large boarding houses. This house probably first appears on the 1873 atlas as the property of A. Johnson. The 1875 directory lists Herbert Jdhnson, a farmer, in this area. By 1885 Garrett O'Neil, an employee of the Connecticut River Lumber Co., was living here. There are also 32 acres on the northern side of Island Rd. which belong to this property. This farmland extends to the banks of the Ox Bow and has three large barns situated thereon. BIBLIOGRAPHY and /or REFERENCES 1831 Town Map. 1860 County Map. 1873, 1884, 1895 and 1915 Atlases. Northampton Directory: 1873 -74, 1875 -76, 1885 -86, 1895 -96. in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings.` Indicate north. ;ent use ;ent owner George and Ruth ;ription: ource hitect Other features Loudville Road Loud House residence Exterior wall fabric Reg. of Deeds Greek Revival Outbuildings (describe) May 1980 clapboard E. L onergan NHC 3714-7 -77 FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston (over) In Area no. Form no. 48 -1 Northampton Barrett Altered side ell sided Date 20th c. Moved 5. Lot size: x One acre or less Over one acre Approximate frontage Approximate distance of building from street C Origin41 owner. (if known) Original,use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts' COnimerce Communication Community development Cabot Loud residence Conservation recreation Education Religion Exploration/ Science/ settlement invention Industry Social/ Military humanitarian Political Transportation 9. Historical significance (include explanation of themes checked above) Caleb Loud seems to have been the individual that was named after. In_1845 he converted a turning shop, located on the east ef across the street from this house, into a paper mill. For almost half a century he manufactured paper on this site. At one point there were ,two_.mills.,_.one for manilla paper and one for tissue paper:. Both the turn of the century. 10. Bibliography and/or references (stich as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early maps, etc.) 1831 Town Map: 1854 and 1860 County Maps. 1873, 1884 and 1895 Atlases. Registry of Deeds: Bk. 241-P. 103, 190-156, 118-431, 75-501. Northampton Directory: 1860-61, 1885-86, 1895-96, 1900. Springfield Union Nov. 11, 1906. Loudvill This house probably built when Mr. Loud acquired tne turninho$' in' 1845, It's one and a half stories in height, gable end to tti-treet and has an ell 'ori the southern side. A wide friezeboard runs under the eaves on both sides of the house and there are corner pilasters with molded capit,al-a, The front door has a decorated lintel and side sur- rounds with mold Part of the property is located in Westhampton, and part in Easthampton, but the house is in Northampton. REPORTED BY: COMMENTS 19. PREVIOUS WORK •L7Surface Collected Q"Pot hued" Lj Tested QBxcavation BY WHOM/AFFILIATION 20. PRESENT LOCATION OF MATERIALS (INCLUDE ADDRESSES) 21. REFt.REICES /REPORTS 22. RECOVERED DATA (identify IN DETAIL, including structures, related outbuildings, landscape features, etc.) A. Docentary 3. Archaeological: 23. ARCHAEOLOGICAL OR iESTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE This site is located on the east bank of the north branch of the Manhan River, straddling the line between Easthampton and Northampton. This is the southern- most of the industrial sites in Northampton along the river. The site is composed of the remains of a brick mill and tailrace to the power canal at the falls, and two cellar holes fifty to one hundred feet north of the remains. Continued 24. ATTACH TO THIS FORM POR 25. SKETCH PLAN OF SITE 41 FIELD EVALUATION NHC NAME E. Lonergan ORGANIZATION BY WHCM/AFFILIATION BY WHOM/AFFFILIATION. BY WHOM/AFFILIATION LUU DATE DATE DAZE DATE J INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET MASSACHUS=S'HISTOltCAI CCWISSICkl Office of the Secretary, Boston Indicate each item an inventory form which is being continued below. FORM D 23. Archaeological or Hi SignifiCance. The site fir Si developed during the mid 1830's. A turning shop i8 mentioned as having been lo4ated here. In 1845 this was -clonverted-roa-paper by Caleb LOtd,'the-Mat whom the village was named after. 2 111e-,1860 map of Loudville shows the mill, an office and two other structures, in a north-south line est of a short road on the eastern bank of the river. The property also has a bridge across the river to the main road. Mr. Loud's residence was located at the junction of the Easthampton Westhampton and Northampton lines on the west side of this road. The 1860 directory describes the business of Loud and Reed as consisting of the manufacture of light wrapping papers,"mostly white tea paper". They employed eight hands and turned out 700 pounds of paper per day. The mill suffered damage in the flood of 1869, but was repaired and continued its operations. The bridge cl.',F.trPY@Aari-d,:had,to be rebuilt:. Disaster struck again in 1878, with the burning of the paper mill, Mr. Loud rebuilt it the next year and was soon producing 1000 pounds of paperper-',daY“tbstly Colored tissue paper, with his seven employees, However, around 1890 he pr6Perty Wa4 taken over by Buchanan and Bolt, a' firm of which nothing:ii:noWnit,:a •1906-story the village Mr. Loud's mill is described as having burnt. 'The site was not rebuilt upon. C ty No tham.ton Staple to Inventory form at bottom Form No: llio Property Name: Loud Paper Mill WOO 1.■ te8 REPORTED BY: COMENTS 19. PREVIOUS WORK .L:78urface Collected "Pot hunted" LITested Excavation BY WECIWAFFILIATION 20. PRESENT LOCATION OF MATERIALS (INCLUTE ADDRESSES) 21. REFERENaS REPORTS 22. RECOVERED DATA (identify IN DETAIL, includin landscape features, etc.) A. Documentary: 23. ARCHAEOLOGICAL OR HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE This site is located on the west bank of the north branch the Manhan River, approximately 200 yards downstream from the Westhampton Rd. oute 66) crossing. Visible remains today Are limited to the outline of the former nal. 24. ATTACH TO THIS FORM PO R 25. SKETCH PLAN OF SITE NAME FTFLD EVALUATION Archaeological: E. Lonergan ORGANIZATION BY WHOM/AFFILIATION BY WHOM/AFFILIATION. BY WhOWAFFILIATION NHC structures, related outbuildings, continued. DATE DAM DATE DATE MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, Boston INVENTORY FORM CONTINUATION SHEET Indicate each item on inventory form which is being continued below. FORM D: 23. Archaeological or Historical Significance The 1831 town map seems to show this as the site of Kingsley's Factory, the pioneer industry of this area. However, other sources indicate that Kingsley's Factory was located farther south on the Manhan Rover, in the middle of the village. The 1860 map shows a carding mill on the site, while the 1873 atlas shows a dam, headrace and sawmill: The 1873altas lists G.B.Drury as "Box Manufr and Propr of Saw Mill". His residence was just south of this site on the eastern side of Loud- Ville Rd. In 1895 the atlas shows the site occupied by two structures, identifies as the "old paper mill"ofF.H. Davis and Co. The Company is listed in the 1895-96 Directory as being manufacturers of pulp board. It was a short-lived business as it doesn't appear in the 1900 directory.. This is the last known use of the site. Community: NORTHAMPTON Property Name: Watson and Chamberlai Staple to Inventory form at bottom Form No: Upper Mill FORM B BUILDING MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL COMMISSION Office of the Secretary, State House, Boston 20M -5- 73-075074 4. Map. Draw sKetcn of oulluiug lueat ivu in relation to nearest cross streets and other buildings`. Indicate north. to cJ 3L.. MHC Photo no. W T IWr re!?T N :2 Q Pr D DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE USGS Quadrant y t LL ZJ Fr D Iv ;rTl{p M P TaN cf? Th r M T O Cs) (over) Northampton ..ss Glendale Road ent,use residence ent owner Irwin Dorothy Brakey ription: )urce II(Z ‹r In Area no. Form no. LO-lo 1800 .-1840 visual evidence (346) colonial. Greek Revival. unknown Exterior wall fabric Outbuildings (describe) Other features 21 stories; ridge roof; entrance with pilasters and sidelight clapboards shed, be rri Altered nn Date Moved no Date 5. Lot size: One acre or less Approximate frontage 30 feet 6. Recorded by Co Dubi e Over one acre x 500 feet Approximate distance of building from street Organization Northampton Historical Commi ssion MAY 5 '1976 MASS. HIST. COMM. Recreation Religion Science/ invention Social/ humanitarian Transportation 7. Original owner (if known)' Original use Subsequent uses (if any) and dates 8. Themes (check as many as applicable) Aboriginal Agricultural Architectural The Arts Commerce Communication Community development 9. Historical significance (include explanation o; A Greek Revival entrance is the feature of this farmhouse on Glendale structure may be earlier than the doo arid sidelights. Two large nineteenth outbuildings on the property are sail older structures on Glendale and Ldest agricultural uses; .a number of n are indicative of the recent growth o 10. Bibliography and /or references (such as local histories, deeds, assessor's records, early neaps, etc.) cwr resi dense. farmhouse residence Conservation Education Exploration/ settlement Industry Military x Political herpes checked above) salient, architectural Road. The body of the ray detailed with pilasters century barns and numerous 1 in agricultural use. Other hampton ?cad were associated eta homes and a subdivision f the areas 3/73