The Concrete Barn Built by Horace Greeley in 1856

Name/Title

The Concrete Barn Built by Horace Greeley in 1856

Entry/Object ID

2012-1

Description

Black and white postcard of the concrete barn built by Horace Greeley in 1856

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

Houses & Buildings, Postcards