Contributed by Thomaston Historical Society
Description
In the mid 19th century, Knox Street, formerly a lane leading to General Henry Knox's mansion, Montpelier, became one of the most sought-after locations to build a house. The Knox heirs had subdivided the remaining estate property and several lots averaging 100' by 150' were offered for development.
James Overlock had arrived in Thomaston as a shipbuilder, but his interests soon turned to housebuilding. This Italianate-styled house with gable end to the street could be described as one of his signature houses. The side porch, featuring an inverted fleur de lis joining the porch brackets, appears on several of his houses. It is often referred to as his Thomaston trademark.
About This Item
- Title: Edward W. Robinson House, Knox Street, Thomaston, Maine ca. 1870
- Creation Date: 1870
- Subject Date: 1870
- Media: Photographic print
- Object Type: Image
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