Johannes Miller House facts for kids
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Johannes Miller House
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House in 2007
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 Location in New York
Location in the United States
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| Location | 272 Union St., Town of Montgomery, New York |
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| Nearest city | Middletown |
| Area | 3.2 acres (1.3 ha) |
| Built | 1771 |
| Built by | Hans Smith, Johannes Miller |
| Architectural style | Georgian, Federal style, Greek Revival |
| MPS | Montgomery Village MRA |
| NRHP reference No. | 80002737 |
| Added to NRHP | November 21, 1980 |
The Johannes Miller House is a special old building in the Orange County area of New York. It's known as a Registered Historic Place, which means it's an important historical site. You can find it in the Town of Montgomery, right across from where two roads, NY 211 and NY 416, meet. Another historic spot, the Harrison Meeting House Site and Cemetery, is also nearby. The Orange County Airport is not far from here either.
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A Look at the House's History
The Johannes Miller House has a long and interesting story, showing how buildings and styles can change over many years.
Early Days: The Georgian Style
The house was first built in 1771 by a man named Hans Smith. He was one of the first German settlers in the town. When it was first built, the house followed the popular Georgian style. This style was common in the 1700s and is known for being very balanced and grand. Think of buildings that look very proper and symmetrical, often with a main door in the center and windows lined up perfectly on both sides.
New Owners, New Style: The Federal Look
About 20 years later, a successful local businessman named Johannes Miller bought the house. He decided to give it a fresh new look. He rebuilt parts of it in the Federal style. This style became popular after the American Revolution. It's a bit lighter and more decorative than Georgian, often with more delicate details and sometimes oval or fan-shaped windows. It still kept some of the Georgian balance but added its own unique flair.
Later Changes: Greek Revival Additions
Even later, in 1835, Johannes Miller's family members made more changes to the house. They added elements of the Greek Revival style. This style was very popular in the early to mid-1800s. It was inspired by ancient Greek temples, so you might see features like tall columns, grand entrances, and simple, strong shapes. These additions helped the house evolve and show different periods of American architecture all in one place.
