Greeley Residence, Chappaqua

Name/Title

Greeley Residence, Chappaqua

Entry/Object ID

1972-52-20b

Description

Black and white postcard of Rehoboth. Rehoboth, Chappaqua, NY Built by Horace Greeley for use as a barn, this was the first concrete veneered building in the United States

Context

A landmark building built by Horace Greeley for use as a barn. This was the first concrete veneered building in the United States. In 1892, Horace's daughter, Gabrielle Greeley Clendenin converted the barn into her home, later naming it Rehoboth House. The family remained there until 1954.

Category

Postcards, Horace Greeley and Family, Houses & Buildings