Aigburth Vale, Second Empire mansion in Towson, United States
Aigburth Vale features a three-story wood-framed structure with prominent mansard roofs on the tower and wings, designed by architect John Rudolph Niernsee.
The estate began in 1868 as a country home for actor John E. Owens on the former Rock Spring Farm property, spanning over 197 acres.
The mansion transformed from a private residence to an inn, then a mental hospital, and finally became part of the Baltimore County Board of Education.
The property now stands within a suburban neighborhood near Towson High School, which was established on the former estate grounds in the 1940s.
The original 1860 gatehouse remains at Cedar and York Road intersection, preserving a connection to the estate's early transportation routes.
Location: Baltimore County
Inception: 1868
Architects: John Rudolph Niernsee
Architectural style: Second Empire style
Address: 212 Aigburth Road
GPS coordinates: 39.39180,-76.59810
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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