Peterson–Dumesnil House
Peterson–Dumesnil House, Victorian mansion in Crescent Hill, Louisville, US.
The Peterson-Dumesnil House features brick construction on limestone foundation, including 14-foot ceilings, a spiral staircase, and a prominent cupola at the top.
Built between 1869 and 1870 by architect Henry Whitestone for tobacco merchant Joseph Peterson, the house remained in the family ownership for eight decades.
The residence stands as an example of Italian villa architecture from the post-Civil War period when wealthy Louisvillians constructed country houses near the city.
The Peterson-Dumesnil House Foundation manages the property, which accommodates indoor and outdoor events with spaces for both seated gatherings and tented celebrations.
The building served as the only private teachers club in the United States during the 1950s after the Louisville Board of Education acquired the property.
Location: Louisville
Architects: Henry Whitestone
Architectural style: Victorian architecture
GPS coordinates: 38.25083,-85.69639
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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