The Noble Clemons House sits near the corner of Elm Street as it approaches School Street. The house is of Italianate design and was finished circa 1850. It is an early and elegant palazzo-style home. Built for the owner of the Essex Inn, the Noble Clemons House "is a stately … [Read more...] about Noble Clemons House
Architecture
The Edwards Store
Located at the corner of School Street and Main Street in the village of Essex, New York, the Edwards Store was built c. 1836 by tailor Henry Edwards. Its original design was based upon the popular Greek Revival style, but later Victorian details were added including Carpenter … [Read more...] about The Edwards Store
Belden Noble Memorial Library
The Belden Noble Memorial Library was once known as Greystone Cottage. It was originally built by General Ransom Noble for use as a store and warehouse in conjunction with his tannery and shoe factory in behind the building (“Essex: An Architectural Guide.” 27). "Constructed of … [Read more...] about Belden Noble Memorial Library
Historic Essex Inn
The historic Essex Inn is almost as old as the town in which it has thrived for two centuries. From the early 19th century when Essex was growing rapidly, the Essex Inn was a social hub for merchants, visitor and residents alike. In the 1820's, Essex was "the busiest port on … [Read more...] about Historic Essex Inn
Ralph Hascall House
The Ralph Hascall House was built c. 1800 in Georgian style ("Essex: An Architectural Guide.") for Ralph Hascall, a lawyer, State Senator (1811-1819), District Attorney of the County (1818-1821) and Essex town officer (1820-21). Hascall was also involved in the creation of the … [Read more...] about Ralph Hascall House