Caleb T. Ward Mansion, Greek Revival mansion in Staten Island, United States
Description
Caleb T. Ward Mansion at 141 Nixon Avenue displays classic Greek Revival features including a two-story portico supported by ionic columns and a rectangular cupola crowning the roof. The architecture follows the characteristic proportions and symmetrical design elements typical of this style.
History
The house was built in 1835 after Caleb Tompkins Ward inherited the land from his uncle, Governor Daniel D. Tompkins. This period marked the beginning of development for wealthy residential areas on Staten Island's North Shore.
Culture
The mansion reflects a period when wealthy New Yorkers chose to settle on Staten Island's North Shore, building grand estates as retreats from Manhattan's urban environment.
Practical
The estate sits on Staten Island along Nixon Avenue and is accessible for exterior viewing. The grounds offer views across New York Harbor that are best seen from the surrounding areas of the property.
Did you know?
The original estate encompassed around 250 acres of land, making it one of the region's largest private holdings at the time. Today only a fraction remains, showing how dramatically the landscape has transformed.
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