Walker-Ewing-Glass Log House, log house in Pennsylvania, United States
Walker-Ewing-Glass Log House is a small log dwelling from the late 1700s in North Fayette Township with rectangular shape, one and a half stories, and notched corners typical of early American settler homes. A large stone chimney on one gable end, wooden floors, and glass windows show it was more developed than the very first cabins built in the region.
The house was likely built in the 1780s by brothers Isaac and Gabriel Walker, traders from Lancaster who came to western Pennsylvania and purchased land there. In 1970 it was recognized as a Historic Landmark by the Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation, and a year later it underwent careful restoration led by architect Charles Morse Stotz.
The house carries the names of several families who lived in and cared for it across generations. The simple, practical construction reflects how early settlers adapted their homes to the rough environment and made efficient use of available materials.
The house is located in Settlers Cabin Park in North Fayette Township and is managed by the Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, which offers guided tours and educational programs. Visitors should note that the structure is part of a larger park with open green space and trees, making it a pleasant spot for walking.
The house was once modified and used as a barn, but this alteration was later reversed and its original residential form was restored. This reversal shows how settlers flexibly adapted their homes to changing needs and demonstrates how preservationists can undo modifications to uncover the original story.
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