Adam-Derby House, Queen Anne style house in Oyster Bay, US.
Description
The Adam-Derby House is a Queen Anne style residence in Oyster Bay featuring multiple stories with ornate architectural details throughout. The exterior displays turned wooden posts, bracketed roof extensions that protect covered porches and entrances, all built upon a solid brick foundation.
History
Architects William Appleton Potter and Robert Henderson Robertson designed this residence in 1878, bringing Victorian architectural principles to the Oyster Bay area. It later became home to the Roosevelt family, preserving its architectural significance through the twentieth century.
Culture
The residence served as home to Ethel Roosevelt Derby for much of the twentieth century, making it a living reminder of a prominent American political family. The house carries this connection in how it stands and how people understand its place in local history.
Practical
The property encompasses several acres of land surrounding the house, giving visitors room to explore the grounds. Plan to walk around the exterior and approach from different angles to appreciate the full scope of the building and its setting.
Did you know?
The property earned recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979, marking its importance as a preserved example of nineteenth century American domestic architecture. This official designation ensures the building's protection and helps maintain it for future generations.
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