Dr. Holmes was a visionary. NO ONE was saving Victorian era houses at the time. I don't think that was a "thing" until the 1960's or '70s! Good on him! 👍😊👍
When I first visited, the mansion was in pretty rough shape. It has been magnificently and meticulously restored over the years. One thing that is "new" is the large skylight over the stairs as the original (described by a tour guide as having been more elaborate) was destroyed by a large tree branch during a storm (Hurricane of '38??). The room in the tower is said to be beautiful, but it can't be visited due to fire safety laws (only 1 access/exit). My favorite part of the house was not shown here: the ceiling in the dining room. It appears to be a pie wedged oval medallion of various rare woods, but is really a great example of faux painting. This is the only intact Herter Bros commission still extant. The exterior of the house has a lot of faux items done during the restoration, and if you look at the base of the front porch you can see why. Brownstone unfortunately is subject to spalling where pieces, or whole sheets, break off over time. Excellent video.
It is refreshing to see that some of the gallant mansions, which can never be replaced were preserved for posterity's sake...especially when one stops to think of what a disposable world we live in. Thankfully, some people had the foresight to recognize the historical value of some of yesteryears' fine display's of opulent architecture, which no doubt opens the door for conversations about the people who shaped our nation before our time. We can never learn too much from history in all of its shapes and forms.
My mouth literally gaped open when the demolition for a gas station was mentioned. Thank goodness this beautiful home with all it’s ‘advanced’ amenities was saved. We had a beautiful and ornate Victorian-era home in the small town where I live that was demolished so the church next door could add a rec center and parking lot on the property. A noble purpose, but I still miss seeing that beautiful house so many years later.
Hi Ken, love your channel! It is such a loss of craftsmanship and history with so many of these beautiful architectural legacies that have been demolished.
Thank you to all those who follow the lead of Dr. Holmes to care about the incredible artistry that went into these historic homes. Imagine tearing down this beautiful mansion for a gas station.
I love when you do these historic homes/museums. As many are in other states that I know I'll never visit, these videos allow me to enjoy them as if I am. Thank you and keep up the good work. 👍
I've seen this house a number of times.. It is exquisite.. and worth the trip! The gift shop is exceptional, and very well thought out. Thank you, Ken, for bringing the story of Mr. Morse' masterpiece to light!
I visited in 2019. On the second floor there is even an original indoor toilet which in the 1850s was unheard of. If I remember correctly I dont think the White House even had indoor plumbing at this point, but this home did.
If you have a chance to tour this house when it's decorated for Christmas it's AMAZING! Also, the gift store (in the old carriage house) features many items inspired by the Victorian Era.
If you ever make it to Memphis, Tennessee you should see the remaining homes on millionaires row. There is a beautiful Victorian home there completely original with all wallpaper and furniture.
I've mentioned the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion in the comments in another video. I am repeating its name here because it also was almost sold to on oil company to become a gas station in the 1960s. Fortunately it was saved by the neighbors establishing an association and trust to preserve it.
This was a nice video and really appreciate you taking the time to do this. But you definitely should do more live videos where you walk to the homes. Those are the best!
Wow ,so much happy to see one such beauty is maintained as built with no alterations and additions and modernization , thanks for this video,from your sincere subscriber
I live in Portland Maine and have been to the mansion a few times. It's the best on the Christmas season, they have it decorated in a Victorian manner and it looks amazing
So glad this home was saved. Look at the beautiful architecture of this house and then the very plain boring ugly building next to it. Can't believe a oil company wanted to tear the home down in favor of a gas station. Please look up pronunciation of the word Trompe l' oiel (to fool the eye) or realistic looking
I love the building so much and I love your videos just as much. ❤ Will there be a tour of the building? That would make me very happy. Best regards and thanks to you 😊
Between you and me, I’ve been gathering information on the house used in the movie, “The Goonies.” I promise there will be some Oregon content in the near-ish future. Stay tuned, cheers!
Dr. Holmes was a visionary. NO ONE was saving Victorian era houses at the time. I don't think that was a "thing" until the 1960's or '70s! Good on him! 👍😊👍
👍🏼 yes thankfully he saved this homes
Our town is STILL tearing them down!
@@deeannemason7003 Oh bummer...what town is that?
@@junipersnow1 North Idaho
So true.
Also, the fact that the upkeep of maintenance, and the utilities alone.
Are quite a monetary luxury.
This is Wonderful! ☺️
I like the fact that you include a floor plan. Most vids about old buildings offer a few nice photos but no plans. Job well done.
When I first visited, the mansion was in pretty rough shape. It has been magnificently and meticulously restored over the years. One thing that is "new" is the large skylight over the stairs as the original (described by a tour guide as having been more elaborate) was destroyed by a large tree branch during a storm (Hurricane of '38??). The room in the tower is said to be beautiful, but it can't be visited due to fire safety laws (only 1 access/exit). My favorite part of the house was not shown here: the ceiling in the dining room. It appears to be a pie wedged oval medallion of various rare woods, but is really a great example of faux painting. This is the only intact Herter Bros commission still extant. The exterior of the house has a lot of faux items done during the restoration, and if you look at the base of the front porch you can see why. Brownstone unfortunately is subject to spalling where pieces, or whole sheets, break off over time. Excellent video.
It is refreshing to see that some of the gallant mansions, which can never be replaced were preserved for posterity's sake...especially when one stops to think of what a disposable world we live in. Thankfully, some people had the foresight to recognize the historical value of some of yesteryears' fine display's of opulent architecture, which no doubt opens the door for conversations about the people who shaped our nation before our time. We can never learn too much from history in all of its shapes and forms.
My mouth literally gaped open when the demolition for a gas station was mentioned. Thank goodness this beautiful home with all it’s ‘advanced’ amenities was saved.
We had a beautiful and ornate Victorian-era home in the small town where I live that was demolished so the church next door could add a rec center and parking lot on the property. A noble purpose, but I still miss seeing that beautiful house so many years later.
Hi Ken, love your channel! It is such a loss of craftsmanship and history with so many of these beautiful architectural legacies that have been demolished.
that double sink upstairs!! ❤❤
Thank you to all those who follow the lead of Dr. Holmes to care about the incredible artistry that went into these historic homes. Imagine tearing down this beautiful mansion for a gas station.
I love when you do these historic homes/museums. As many are in other states that I know I'll never visit, these videos allow me to enjoy them as if I am. Thank you and keep up the good work. 👍
So beautiful!
The stairs and skylight are just amazing!
I've seen this house a number of times.. It is exquisite.. and worth the trip! The gift shop is exceptional, and very well thought out. Thank you, Ken, for bringing the story of Mr. Morse' masterpiece to light!
That stained glass skylight at 1:08 is pretty.
I visited in 2019. On the second floor there is even an original indoor toilet which in the 1850s was unheard of. If I remember correctly I dont think the White House even had indoor plumbing at this point, but this home did.
I really enjoy when you are able to show the floor plans.
Simply gorgeous
Sure will visit one day ,my great ambition to visit all the houses you have shown so far which are open to public
If you have a chance to tour this house when it's decorated for Christmas it's AMAZING!
Also, the gift store (in the old carriage house) features many items inspired by the Victorian Era.
I love it! You can't take it with you.
I've read about this house in books, seen photos - it's such a bold one! And so great with so much original decoration and furnishing in place.
Thank goodness for Dr Holmes!
How wonderful for Mr. Holmes who saved that beautiful treasure from the oil company’s plan for a gas station, of all things.
Have visited this lovely home. Another charming addition to Portland.
Thank you for these beautiful homes, I appreciate your voice, and insight into the homes
That Staircase is just beautiful
Rare and beautiful hime
I love all your videos. Thank you for all the hard work you put into your videos.
If you ever make it to Memphis, Tennessee you should see the remaining homes on millionaires row. There is a beautiful Victorian home there completely original with all wallpaper and furniture.
I've mentioned the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion in the comments in another video. I am repeating its name here because it also was almost sold to on oil company to become a gas station in the 1960s. Fortunately it was saved by the neighbors establishing an association and trust to preserve it.
Thanks for the recommendation. I’ll see what I can find out about it. Cheers!
This was a nice video and really appreciate you taking the time to do this. But you definitely should do more live videos where you walk to the homes. Those are the best!
Wow ,so much happy to see one such beauty is maintained as built with no alterations and additions and modernization , thanks for this video,from your sincere subscriber
I have visited the house. It is so wonderful.
Victoria Mansion!! It's amazing. The Christmas tour is also great!
Thank you Dr. Holmes! Beautiful home! Imagine a gross gas station where that home sits?
I live in Portland Maine and have been to the mansion a few times. It's the best on the Christmas season, they have it decorated in a Victorian manner and it looks amazing
Truly breath taking beauty!
I have been by it, but never had the opportunity to stop. Beautiful house though, interior a little over the top yet that was in style then.
Beauty.
The Hegler Carus mansion in la Salle ,IL is also unchanged. Ity is amazing you should cover it on your channel.
God Bless Dr. Holmes !!!!
You have a wonderful channel
A gas station?! Thank goodness it wasn't demolished.
Have you ever done a video on the Steinway mansion, in Astoria NYC ?
Beautiful house!!!
I love you TH-cam channel. I'm big on anything history. Thanks for sharing.
It’s a shame these pics were not all in color. Marvelous home/museum!
So glad this home was saved. Look at the beautiful architecture of this house and then the very plain boring ugly building next to it. Can't believe a oil company wanted to tear the home down in favor of a gas station. Please look up pronunciation of the word Trompe l' oiel (to fool the eye) or realistic looking
I love the building so much and I love your videos just as much. ❤
Will there be a tour of the building? That would make me very happy.
Best regards and thanks to you 😊
Hello Ken 👋🏻, I enjoy your videos but I feel kind of left out. I would love to see you make a video on a house in Oregon!
Between you and me, I’ve been gathering information on the house used in the movie, “The Goonies.” I promise there will be some Oregon content in the near-ish future. Stay tuned, cheers!
@@ThisHouse That’s good to hear, I’m looking forward to it!
Also in Oregon - Pittock Mansion in the Portland West Hills - would make an interesting video!
@@ThisHouse Also, the Gordon House is in Silverton, OR, a Usonian house open for tours. Might as well make a vacation of it!
I do like a modillion cornice.
Maybe I missed it...what city & state is this at????
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