Late-breaking news for Saturday’s Celebrate Champlain Area Trails Event! The Essex Inn will be catering and the tradition of great food continues. The event takes place Saturday, June 6 from 4 – 7 PM at the Barn at Block House Farm in Essex. Here’s the schedule: 8:45-11 am … [Read more...] about Full Schedule for Celebrate CATS Event
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The Essex Sunburst
"The Sunburst motif is seen occasionally on Greek revival pediments throughout the Champlain Valley of New York and Vermont, but the frequency of its early use in Essex is notable… One is tempted to speculate that the beautiful sunrises and sunsets [...] somehow inspired its … [Read more...] about The Essex Sunburst
Celebrate National Trails Day with Champlain Area Trails
Celebrate Champlain Area Trails Saturday, June 1, 2013 4-6pm At Block House Farm in Essex, NY. Get together with Champlain Area Trails (CATS) to honor National Trails Day! Celebrate our local network of trails maintained by Champlain Area Trails on Saturday, June 1 from … [Read more...] about Celebrate National Trails Day with Champlain Area Trails
Greek Revival Architecture in Essex, New York
Greek Revival architecture was popular in America from about 1818-1850 (Wentworth Studio). It was the first truly national style in the United States that spread all across the country. With British influence waning considerably after the War of 1812 and the nation rapidly … [Read more...] about Greek Revival Architecture in Essex, New York
Block House Farm
In Essex, NY, the Greek Revival architectural style was used most often in the form of details and ornamentation such as columns or street-facing gables (Essex: The Architectural Heritage. 29). Block House Farm, located near the northern limit of the village is unique in that it … [Read more...] about Block House Farm