Bacon-Merchant-Moss House
Bacon-Merchant-Moss House, Federal architecture residence in Lockport, New York, US.
Description
The Bacon-Merchant-Moss House is a three-bay stone residence in Lockport featuring coursed ashlar walls and Federal-style architectural details. A decorative cornice and gable returns define the roofline, characteristic of early 1800s residential design.
History
Built in 1832, the house passed through several owners whose names became part of its identity over the centuries. Its transformation into a Red Cross headquarters during World War I reflects how it served changing community needs.
Culture
The name reflects its succession of owners who shaped the house over generations. Today the building stands as a reminder of the different communities that worked within its walls to serve local residents.
Practical
The building stands on Cottage Street and is easily recognizable by its stone construction among Lockport's historic buildings. Visitors can view the exterior features while the interior remains active as a community facility operated by the YWCA.
Did you know?
Hidden within the stone walls is a narrow attic crawlspace that once served as a hiding place for people fleeing through the Underground Railroad. This concealed chamber represents a lesser-known chapter of the building's role in local resistance and aid.
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