Adam Orris House, Second Empire residence in Mechanicsburg, US.
The Adam Orris House features a mansard roof, decorative cornices, and ornate window treatments that define its Second Empire architectural style from 1887.
The residence earned its place on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978, marking its role in preserving Pennsylvania's architectural legacy.
The house displays carved mantels, cherry hardwood floors, and early wallpaper designs that represent the residential preferences of affluent 19th-century Americans.
This 4,800-square-foot property includes five bedrooms, multiple bathrooms, formal living spaces, and a two-car garage with additional garden areas.
Personal marks remain visible in the stairwell, where initials carved by the original owner's son provide a direct connection to the house's first inhabitants.
Location: Mechanicsburg
Inception: 1887
Architectural style: Second Empire style
Address: 318 West Main Street
GPS coordinates: 40.21170,-77.01420
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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