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Bell, Hiram, Farmstead
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Hiram Bell Farmstead
Location 43628 OH 517, Columbiana, Ohio
Fairfield Township, Columbiana County, Ohio
Nearest city Columbiana, Ohio
Area 123.9 acres (50.1 ha)
Built 1850
Architect Hiram Bell
Architectural style Greek Revival, Italianate
NRHP reference No. 99001496
Added to NRHP December 9, 1999

The Hiram Bell Farmstead is a historic home and group of buildings in Columbiana County, Ohio. It was built way back in 1850 by a man named Hiram Bell. This special place was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1999. This means it's recognized as an important part of history!

Discovering the Hiram Bell Farmstead

Hiram Bell Farmstead in the 19th century
Drawing of the farmstead as it appeared in the late 19th century

The Hiram Bell Farmstead includes the main house and other buildings nearby. It is located in Fairfield Township, Columbiana County, Ohio. The entire area is considered a historic district. This means the buildings and land together tell an important story about the past.

The farmstead was built in 1850. It shows off two cool styles of architecture:

  • Greek Revival: This style was popular in the 1800s. It looks like ancient Greek temples, often with tall columns and simple, grand shapes.
  • Italianate: This style came from Italy. It often features low-pitched roofs, wide eaves, and tall, narrow windows.

Who Was Hiram Bell?

Hiram Bell was born right there in Columbiana County, Ohio. His family's original home was about 2.5 miles southwest of East Fairfield, Ohio.

Hiram Bell was a very successful person in his community. In 1877, he was chosen to be a county commissioner for Columbiana County. A county commissioner is like a local leader who helps manage the county's government and services. He served for three years.

Besides being a farmer, Hiram Bell also owned a business. During the 1860s and 1870s, he ran a steam sawmill. A sawmill uses machines to cut logs into lumber. This business helped him support his family and become a well-known businessman in the area.

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