Rhinebeck's Historic Architecture

by Nancy V. Kelly

Overview

Nestled on the banks of the Hudson River, Rhinebeck, New York, is a shining example of American architectural history. Lifelong resident and Town Historian Nancy Kelly scrutinizes Rhinebeck's eclectic structures, from modest cabins to Victorian estates, framed colonial homes to elaborate Beaux Arts mansions. Kelly chronicles what life was like for the Rhinebeck citizens residing in these dwellings. Read Rhinebeck's Historic Architecture to discover the vibrant heritage of this colonial village.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781596296060
Publisher:	Arcadia Publishing SC
Publication date:	03/30/2009
Series:	America's Landmarks Series
Pages:	192
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.70(d)

Table of Contents

National Register Listings 9

Acknowledgements 11

Introduction 13

Chapter 1 The Spirit of Rhinebeck 15

Chapter 2 Colonial Stone Houses, 1700-1775 21

Chapter 3 Colonial Frame Houses, 1740-1810 45

Chapter 4 Georgian, Federal Houses, 1790-1840 55

Chapter 5 Greek Revival Houses, 1830-1845 71

Chapter 6 Gothic Revival Houses, 1842-1870 89

Chapter 7 Italianate Houses, 1852-1877 109

Chapter 8 Second Empire Houses, 1871-1880 123

Chapter 9 Late Victorian Houses (Queen Anne, Eastlake, Shingle), 1888-1914 133

Chapter 10 Eclectic Houses (Tudor, Spanish Revival, Beaux Arts, Craftsman), 1880-1948 143

Epilogue 167

Notes 169

Bibliography 175

Index 181

About the Author and the Photographer 189