Hillforest, Renaissance Revival mansion in Aurora, Indiana
The Hillforest mansion stands on a high position along the Ohio River, featuring curved porches, circular windows, and a central belvedere at its summit point.
Scottish immigrant Thomas Gaff, who established the Gaff & Co distillery producing various spirits, commissioned architect Isaiah Rogers to construct this residence in 1855.
The residence demonstrates the architectural preferences of successful 19th-century industrialists, incorporating Italian Renaissance elements with references to Ohio River navigation.
The Hillforest Historical Foundation conducts guided tours from April through December, with adult admission at $10 and children aged 7-13 at $4.
The mansion integrates maritime design elements throughout its structure, including curved windows and doors that mirror the shapes found in riverboat construction.
Location: Indiana
Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture
Website: http://hillforest.org
GPS coordinates: 39.05386,-84.90167
Latest update: March 14, 2025 01:40
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