Massena, before 1885.

Name/Title

Massena, before 1885.

Entry/Object ID

2015.008.027

Description

Massena, Barrytown. Caption on 'A Brief History of Red Hook' reads: Central portion of original mansion destroyed by fire 1885. Original Massena: Built by John R. Livingston in 1797, this early photo shows the elegance of the house that was renowned as being one of the most beautiful places in the valley. Among its special features was a prized library with a soaring, glass-domed ceiling. The building was rebuilt and is located on the former campus of the Unification Church Theological Seminary, now Bard College. From the Rokeby Collection.

Photograph Details

Subject Place

Property

30 Seminary Drive

Hamlet

Barrytown

Collection

Red Hook Historic Houses Photo Collection