These 11 Hidden Architectural Gems Are Amazing And One May Be In A City Near You
by N/A, 11 years ago |
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These little known landmarks are about to become the next must-see locations on your travel bucket list.
1. Mitchell Building - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
This ornate structure was thought to stand on what used to be the residence of Solomon Juneau, a famous politician and fur trader. It was later turned into a bank.
2. Thomas Hockley House - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Hockley house was designed by Frank Furness, who has constructed an incredible 600 buildings. Furness was commissioned to build the house by lawyer Thomas Hockley. It is currently a private residence but because of its location, it is easy for visitor
3. Sundial Bridge - Redding, California
This stunning bridge is for pedestrians and cyclists, The 217 foot mast functions as a working sundial.
4. Sycamore Historic District - Sycamore, Illinois
Sycamore Historic District offers a wide variety of architecture. Colonial style homes, Greek, Gothic and Italian Revival style buildings.
5. National Farmer's Bank Of Owatonna - Owatonna, Minnesota
Designed by architect Louis Sullivan, and is known as one of his "jewel box" constructions, due to its small stature and ornate interior.
6. James Charnley House - Chicago, Illinois
The Charnley House, also designed by Sullivan, is located in Chicago Gold Coast neighborhood. Although it is one of Sullivan's earlier works, it has a similar boxy exterior and is opulent on the inside.
7. Soldiers' and Sailors Arch - Brooklyn, New York
This 19th century arch is at the center of Grand Army Plaza. The arch also has an observation deck that is open to the public and an interior area that it used for art shows and other private functions.
8. New River Gorge Bridge - Fayetteville, West Virginia
This bridge stands at an intimidating 3,030 feet and is crossed by an average 16,200 vehicles everyday. Fayette county hosts various stunt competitions off of the bridge every year.
9. Prospect Park South - Brooklyn, New York
This Brooklyn neighborhood is home to over 200 Victorian-era mansions.
10. Poplar Forest - Forest, Virginia
Polar was actually one of Thomas Jefferson's plantation properties. He and his wife inherited it from his father-in-law and was a great place to seek refuge during his presidency.
11. Oroville Dam - Oroville, California
The Oroville Dam is the tallest in America. Standing at 770 feet. It's used for water supply, flood control and hydroelectric energy production.
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