Thomas H. Palmer House, National Register of Historic Places house in Pittsford, United States.
The Thomas H. Palmer House is a two-story residence in Pittsford combining Federal and Greek Revival styles, built on a marble foundation along US Route 7. The five-bay facade includes a central two-story gable-roofed section fronted by a detailed porch.
Built in 1832, the house became the home of Thomas Palmer, a Scottish immigrant who settled in the region. Palmer became involved in local civic affairs, helping to establish educational institutions in the growing community.
The center hall layout and the original Greek Revival woodwork in the double parlor show how prosperous families arranged their homes during the early 1800s. These design choices tell you something about what people valued: light, formal reception spaces, and visible craftsmanship.
The property sits at the back of a semicircular drive that makes it easy to find from the highway. Check ahead about access since the site operates with outdoor areas and may have seasonal hours or special events affecting visits.
In 2020 the property was sold and returned to farm use as Sunshine Village Lavender Farm, which harvests more than 1,000 lavender plants each summer. The 17 acres include a pond and a stream along one side, and the farm rents its outdoor grounds for weddings of up to 250 guests from May through November.
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