Dr. Samuel D. Risley House facts for kids
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Dr. Samuel D. Risley House
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Dr. Samuel D. Risley House, October 2009
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 Location in Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Location | 430 N. Monroe St., Media, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1877 |
| Architectural style | Gothic |
| NRHP reference No. | 90000697 |
| Added to NRHP | April 26, 1990 |
The Dr. Samuel D. Risley House is a special old home located in Media, Pennsylvania, in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. It's also sometimes called the Elton B. Gifford House. This house was built a long time ago, in 1877.
It's a two-and-a-half-story building made of gray stone. The house is built in a style called Gothic Revival. It has a unique roof made of slate that crosses in different directions. You can also see a lovely verandah (a covered porch) and a conservatory (a glass room for plants). Before 1967, the house was changed into apartments.
Dr. Samuel D. Risley House: A Look Back
The Dr. Samuel D. Risley House stands out because of its interesting design. When it was built in 1877, the Gothic Revival style was quite popular. This style often includes pointed arches, steep roofs, and decorative details, making buildings look a bit like old castles or churches.
Imagine living in a house with a big, covered porch where you could relax. The conservatory would have been a perfect spot to grow beautiful plants, even in colder weather. It's cool to think about how people lived in homes like this over a hundred years ago.
Over time, the house changed. At some point before 1967, it was divided into apartments. This means that instead of one family living there, several families could live in different sections of the house.
A Special Historic Place
The Dr. Samuel D. Risley House is important enough to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This is an official list kept by the United States government. It includes buildings, sites, and objects that are important in American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture.
When a place is added to the National Register, it means it's recognized for its historical value. It helps protect these special places for future generations to learn from and enjoy. The Dr. Samuel D. Risley House was added to this list on April 26, 1990.
Images for kids
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Samuel Risley House, December 2010
