History - Seymour H. Knox, Jr. House .......... Knox Family - LINKS

Seymour H. Knox, Jr. House
57 Oakland Place, Buffalo, NY
1924-25
C. P. H. Gilbert of New York City, architect

This house and 806 (now #800) Delaware Avenue were part of the same 4.3 acre lot. At one time the backyards of the two houses were landscaped as one.

This house was built as a wedding present for Seymour, Jr. from his mother, Grace Millard Knox who lived in 806 Delaware. He lived here throughout his married life.

See family photos.

See also History - Seymour H. Knox, Jr. House



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Side entrance Georgian Revival style

Side entrance Georgian Revival style

Roman Ionic columns supporting broken pediment portico roof

Palladian window with balconet

Covered walkway (to the left of the first photo) leading to four other buildings on the estate (including 800 Delaware Ave.)



Photos and their arrangement © 2005 Chuck LaChiusa
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