Alice E. Johnson facts for kids
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Alice E. Johnson
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| Born | 1862 Fremont, Ohio
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| Died | 13 February 1936, aged 73 Fremont, Ohio
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| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | architect |
| Years active | 1889-1930 |
Alice E. Johnson (born 1862, died 1930) was a very important architect from Ohio. She was one of the first women in Ohio to become an architect! Her father taught her everything about building design. When he passed away in 1901, she took over his business and ran it successfully for 30 years.
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Early Life and Training
Alice E. Johnson was born in 1862 in a town called Fremont, Ohio. Her parents were John Carlton and Celia Johnson. Alice learned about architecture from her father, who was also an architect.
Her father's company mainly designed public buildings. These included important places like courthouses, jails, and schools. This early training gave Alice a strong start in her career.
Becoming an Architect
Alice Johnson was listed as an architect in the Fremont City Directory starting in 1889. This shows she was working professionally even before her father passed away.
Designing a Church
In 1895, Alice received a big project. She was asked to design the Trinity United Methodist Church. This church was built in Fremont, at the corner of Wayne and Court streets. The church was so well-designed that it was even featured in a book! The book, called Art Work of Seneca and Sandusky Counties, highlighted its beautiful Gothic Revival architecture style. This style often includes pointed arches and tall windows.
Taking Over the Family Business
When her father died in 1901, Alice took charge of his architecture business. She continued to work with his clients. She designed many different types of buildings. These included both commercial buildings (like shops or offices) and homes.
Notable Projects
In 1903, a magazine called Ohio Architect and Engineer wrote about her work. It reported that she was designing two homes in Fremont. One was a wooden house for David B. Love. The other was a brick and stone house for W. B. Kridler. Alice designed and built properties not only in northwest Ohio but also in nearby states.
Later Life
Alice E. Johnson continued her work as an architect for many years. She passed away on February 13, 1936, in Fremont, Ohio. She was 73 years old. Her work helped shape the buildings in her community and showed that women could be successful architects.
See also
In Spanish: Alice E. Johnson para niños
