Provost Ross's House, 48 Shiprow, Aberdeen
Provost Ross's House, 48 Shiprow, Aberdeen, Category A listed building in Aberdeen, Scotland
The stone structure at 48 Shiprow features traditional Scottish architectural elements, including beam-and-board ceilings and original fireplaces throughout its interior spaces.
Master-mason Andrew Jamieson constructed this residence in 1593, making it the second oldest dwelling house in Aberdeen after Provost Skene's House.
The National Trust for Scotland acquired and restored the building in the 1950s, preserving an important example of medieval Aberdeen architecture.
The building stands between Union Street and Aberdeen Harbour, providing access to both the city center and maritime district.
Provost John Ross of Arnage, who lived here from 1702, conducted extensive trade operations with Holland until his death in Amsterdam in 1714.
Location: Aberdeen City
Location: Aberdeen
GPS coordinates: 57.14670,-2.09478
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:02
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