205 West Henry Street

 

Architectural Description: This is a two-story, gable front and wing Folk House. The porch across the front wing section contains brick supports and a solid brick balustrade under a shed roof. There is a one-story addition to the rear of the house, also with a shed roof. Modifications since the mid-1990s include newer windows, shutters, front door, siding and roof.

History: This house was built in ca. 1900. Known occupants include James Gregory and his wife Rachel, who were the owners from 1906-1920, and Fred Stephensen (1931-47).

Sources: "Historic District Study Committee Report of West Henry/South Lewis Local Historic District." 2001.

Kosky & Glynn Associates. "Historical and Architectural Survey." Saline, Michigan. 1994.

Suggested Reading: McAlester, Virginia, and Lee McAlester. A Field Guide to American Houses. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1984.

 

Prepared by Lori Swick
April 17, 2013

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