Daniel Gay House, Public library in Gaysville, Vermont, United States.
The Daniel Gay House is a public library in Gaysville, Vermont, designed in Greek Revival style with four Doric columns and a pedimented gable. The exterior features clapboard siding and multiple sash windows arranged in traditional proportions.
Built in 1835 by mill owner Daniel Gay, the structure survived the devastating floods of 1927 that destroyed much of Gaysville. Its survival through this disaster makes it one of the area's important remaining landmarks from that era.
The building has served as Belcher Memorial Library since 1937, housing William Belcher's private book collection and providing literary resources to the Stockbridge community.
The building sits on a plot of land along Vermont Route 107, north of its intersection with Bridge Street in central Gaysville. Its location makes it straightforward to find when exploring the town.
The building blends Greek Revival elements with Queen Anne features, showing how construction and renovations took place across different periods. This architectural mix reveals the changes made to adapt the structure over time.
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