William H. Taft Mansion, Second Empire mansion in New Haven, Connecticut, US
The William H. Taft Mansion features a mansard roof, ornate cornices, and grand staircases spread across three floors of architectural excellence at Whitney Avenue.
Built in 1870, the mansion gained national attention when President William Howard Taft acquired it during World War I and owned it until 1921.
The mansion reflects the architectural preferences of wealthy 19th-century Americans through its elaborate Second Empire design and period-specific interior elements.
The property currently functions as office space, offering 7,500 square feet for lease across multiple floors with a parking lot containing 24 spaces.
In 1920, criminal Carl Panzram burglarized the mansion and stole a firearm, which he later used during a series of nationwide crimes.
Architectural style: Second Empire style
GPS coordinates: 41.31370,-72.92127
Latest update: November 5, 2024 09:42
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