Charles Ives House

Charles Ives House is a residential building in Danbury, Connecticut, constructed with a gambrel roof, overhanging eaves, fluted columns supporting a gabled porch, and clapboard siding on a brick foundation. The wooden frame structure combines late 18th-century building methods with later modifications.

The house was built in 1780 by Thomas Tucker and served as a residence for several generations. Composer Charles Ives was born here in 1874, which later made the building important to music history.

The house served as a gathering place for people interested in classical music, where informal meetings took place. These gatherings contributed to local initiatives that shaped the region's development.

The building was relocated twice to make way for city development and is now managed by the Danbury Museum & Historical Society Authority. Visitors should check ahead to see if the house is open for tours, as it is undergoing transformation into a museum space.

The house served not only as a residence but also as a private school before becoming a cultural meeting place. This varied use shows how important the location was in the community's development.

Location: Connecticut

GPS coordinates: 41.38139,-73.44472

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:08