A. W. Buck House facts for kids
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A. W. Buck House
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The A. W. Buck House, September 2014
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 Location in Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Location | 615 N. Center St., Ebensburg, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1889 |
| Architectural style | Queen Anne |
| NRHP reference No. | 95000521 |
| Added to NRHP | May 12, 1995 |
The A. W. Buck House is a cool old building in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania, located in Cambria County, Pennsylvania. It was built way back in 1889. This house is a great example of the fancy Queen Anne style.
Imagine a house with a tall, eight-sided tower and a porch that wraps all the way around! It's a brick building with two and a half stories.
About the A. W. Buck House
The A. W. Buck House was first built as a private home for a family. It has a unique design that was popular in the late 1800s. A two-story part with its own tower was added in 1903.
From Home to Convent
In 1923, the house got a new purpose. It was bought by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown. It then became a convent for the Sisters of St. Joseph, who are a group of nuns. They lived and worked there for many years.
A Museum Today
In 1990, the A. W. Buck House changed hands again. It was sold to the Cambria County Historical Society. Today, this special building is a local history museum. Visitors can explore the house and learn about the history of the Ebensburg area.
A Historic Landmark
The A. W. Buck House is considered very important. Because of its history and unique style, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1995. This means it's a protected historical site.
