Linsay House, Queen Anne style residence in Iowa City, United States.
The Linsay House features a prominent corner chimney, stone-arched windows with leaded glass, a wrap-around porch, and a three-story octagonal tower.
Built in 1893 by bridge builder John Jayne, the house was designed according to architectural plans from George F. Barber and Company.
The property transitioned from a private residence to the Theta Xi fraternity house in 1914, later becoming part of the River City Housing Collective.
The National Register of Historic Places designation ensures the preservation of the building's architectural elements and historical documentation for research purposes.
Comic strip creator Berkeley Breathed referenced this house in Bloom County, noting its combination of six different architectural elements.
Location: Iowa
Architects: George Franklin Barber
Architectural style: Queen Anne style architecture
GPS coordinates: 41.65750,-91.52139
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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