Graham-Brush Log House facts for kids
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Graham-Brush Log House
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Graham-Brush Log House, May 2010
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 Location in New York
Location in the United States
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| Location | Church St., hamlet of Pine Plains in the town of Pine Plains, New York |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | ca. 1776 |
| Architectural style | Log House |
| NRHP reference No. | 99000870 |
| Added to NRHP | July 22, 1999 |
The Graham-Brush Log House is a historic home located in the small community of Pine Plains, New York. It was built around 1776, which means it's over 240 years old! This special house is made of logs and has a wooden addition at the back.
It's about 39 feet long and 18 feet wide. The main part of the house has one and a half stories with a sloped roof. The addition at the back is one story tall.
A Glimpse into History
The Graham-Brush Log House was bought by the Little Nine Partners Historical Society in 1997-1998. This local group works to protect and share the history of the area. Sadly, the house was damaged by a fire in 1998.
Who Built the House?
A man named Lewis Graham built this house. He came to Pine Plains from Westchester County. His family had a connection to the land here because his father was one of the "Little Nine Partners." These partners were involved in a large land deal long ago.
Around 1776, Lewis Graham first built a simple one-room log cabin. It didn't even have a basement! Soon after, he added a middle section with stairs leading up to a loft. He also added another log room with a fireplace. This new part was built over a cellar with an outside entrance.
The way the logs were put together was quite simple. It was similar to how military buildings were constructed during that time to house soldiers.
National Recognition
Because of its historical importance, the Graham-Brush Log House was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1999. This means it's recognized as a special place worth preserving for future generations.
Gallery
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Front view (July, 2015)
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Side view (July, 2015)
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Another side view (July, 2015)
