Name/Title
File, Heritage HomeEntry/Object ID
2011.900.005Description
This house was constructed approximately 1835 for Levi Shephard by Jonathan Goldsmith. There were likely two wings on the house that have since been removed.Collection
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Object Name
File, Heritage HomePublication Details
Date Published
1830 - 1840General Notes
Note
Status: Record Updated
Street Address: 234 Mentor Avenue
City: Painesville, Ohio
Current Owner: Frank Powers
LCHS ID #: 5
Year Built: 1835
Builder: Levi Shephard
Architectural Style: Greek Revival
Architect: Jonathan Goldsmith (not verified)
Applicant Name: Mrs. Karl F. Spieth
Description and Notes: The two and a half story symmetrical Greek Revival style house has four Ionic pilasters on the facade that break up the three bays. The windows of the house are two over two with exception of the single casement window in the half story pediment. The front door is off centered and has sidelites with a transom above the door. Above the Ionic pilasters is a simple pediment with eaves that slightly overhang the walls.