Dining Room in Rehoboth

Name/Title

Dining Room in Rehoboth

Entry/Object ID

1972-51-19

Description

Black and white photograph of the view in the dining room with a copy of "Chocolate Maiden" brought by Greeley from Europe in 1852

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

Horace Greeley and Family