Rosslyn, the second oldest home on Essex, New York's Merchant Row, is located just south of The Dower House. This historic home (also known as the W.D. Ross Mansion, Hyde Gate, and The Sherwood Inn) was built by William D. Ross for his bride Mary Ann Gould (c. 1826-8) (“Essex: An … [Read more...] about Rosslyn
Rosslyn
Hickory Hill
Hickory Hill (aka the Ross Mansion), the "finest Federal residence" in Essex, NY (“Essex: An Architectural Guide” 18), was built by the Honorable Henry Howard Ross at the intersection of Elm Street and Church Street. "Hickory Hill" on Elm Street, and "Rosslyn" on the Lake Shore … [Read more...] about Hickory Hill
W.D. Ross Store
"On the shore adjacent to the Ross wharf and the dock house, William D. Ross constructed a cut limestone store and law office." (Images of America: Essex on Lake Champlain. 87). The stone W.D. Ross Store was built to serve as a warehouse and store in Essex, NY circa 1810. A … [Read more...] about W.D. Ross Store
Spring Polar Plunge!
Saturday, March 24th, 11:00am At the Davis' boathouse in Essex The Fling into Spring Polar Plunge for Planned Parenthood will be Saturday March 24th, 11:00 AM at the Davis' boathouse. For those of you who don't know that is right next to the Essex Ferry on Lake … [Read more...] about Spring Polar Plunge!
Halloween Dawning
What a spooktacular start to Halloween Monday! We think of goblins and ghouls and the Great Pumpkin on All Hallow's Eve, but early this morning the pre-sunrise lighting over Lake Champlain was simply spooky. And stunning! Shoot me your favorite Essex Halloween shot for my … [Read more...] about Halloween Dawning