Architectural Elements in Historic Houses
Beautiful designs and details of historic houses in America that express the unique architectural styles in this country during the last 400 years. Find photographs and drawings of ornamental stairs, windows, doors, fireplaces, surface finishes and furnishings. Resources to restore an old house for homeowners, architects and contractors. Find travel destinations with listings of historic house museums and walking tours.
Photographs and Drawings
Source Documents
Historic American Buildings Survey / Engineering Record / Landscapes Survey
Historic houses and structures in America have been documented by the U.S. Government in a program started in 1934, now referred to as Heritage Documentation Projects directed by the National Parks Commission.
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Photographs, Drawings and Information
Historic Details