Ware–Lyndon House facts for kids
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Ware–Lyndon House
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Front view of the Ware–Lyndon House
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 Location in Georgia (U.S. state)
Location in the United States
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| Location | 293 Hoyt Street, Athens, Georgia |
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| Area | 9 acres (3.6 ha) |
| Built | 1850 |
| Architectural style | Greek Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 76000614 |
| Added to NRHP | March 15, 1976 |
The Ware–Lyndon House is a historic building in Athens, Georgia. It was built around 1850. This two-story house shows off a special design called the Italianate style. Edward R. Ware was the first owner. He sold the house to Edward S. Lyndon in 1880. In 1939, the city of Athens bought the home. A big restoration project happened in 1960. In 1976, the house was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is a very important historical site. It is the only building left from the old Lickskillet neighborhood. This area used to be one of the most popular parts of Athens.
Who Lived Here?
Edward R. Ware moved to Athens in 1829. He was a very important doctor in the city. He practiced medicine before, during, and after the American Civil War.
The Ware–Lyndon House was a place for many fun parties. William Hope Hull, who started the University of Georgia's law school, described Mrs. Edward R. Ware. He said she loved being with people, both old and young. She was very welcoming and loved to host parties. Her home was a center for social life in Athens. Today, this house is part of the Lyndon House Arts Center.
Edward S. Lyndon was the second owner of the house. He was a druggist, which means he owned a pharmacy. He also owned a mill called Lyndon Mill.
What is it Now?
Since 1973, the Ware–Lyndon House has been a community arts center. It is now known as the Lyndon House Arts Center. It officially opened with this name in May 1999. A large addition was built, covering 33,000 square feet. This new part has art galleries, studios, classrooms, and offices. It was built to match the Italianate design of the original house. The old house still has furniture from its time. You can take self-guided tours to see how people lived there long ago.
