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Loomis Homestead
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General information
Type post-and-beam
Architectural style Saltbox
Location Windsor, Connecticut
Construction started 1640
Governing body Private

The Loomis Homestead is a very old house located in Windsor, Connecticut. It is one of the oldest timber-frame houses in all of America! Imagine a house built almost 400 years ago. The oldest part of this special house was likely built between 1640 and 1653.

A Home from the Past

This historic house was built by a man named Joseph Loomis. He traveled all the way to America from England in 1638. He wanted to build a new life here. The Loomis Homestead was his family home.

Growing Over Time

Over the years, the Loomis Homestead grew bigger. New parts were added to the house around the early 1700s. This means the house has changed and expanded over many centuries. It shows how families lived and built their homes long ago.

What is a Saltbox House?

The Loomis Homestead is built in a style called "Saltbox". This style is common for old New England homes. A saltbox house has a long, sloping roof in the back. It looks a bit like the wooden boxes that salt used to be stored in. This design helped protect the house from harsh weather.

The Loomis Family Legacy

Today, the Loomis Homestead stands next to the Loomis Chaffee School. This school was founded by people who are descendants of Joseph Loomis. It's amazing how a family's history can connect to a school that still teaches students today! The house is a reminder of the early settlers in Connecticut.

Images for kids

  • Loomis Homestead House circa 1640 to 1688 on Loomis Chaffee School campus in Windsor Connecticut

    A front view of the Loomis Homestead.

  • Loomis Homestead House circa 1640 to 1688 on Loomis Chaffee School campus in Windsor Connecticut 2

    A plaque showing details about the house's age.

  • Loomis Homestead House circa 1640 to 1688 on Loomis Chaffee School campus in Windsor Connecticut 3

    The back of the house, showing its additions.

  • Loomis Homestead House circa 1640 to 1688 on Loomis Chaffee School campus in Windsor Connecticut 4

    A view of the house from the Loomis Chaffee campus.

  • Loomis Homestead House ca 1640 to 1688 on Loomis Chaffee School campus in Windsor Connecticut

    The added sections on the rear of the house.

  • Loomis Homestead House circa 1640 to 1688 on Loomis Chaffee School campus in Windsor Connecticut 6

    One of the side additions to the house.

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