Built in 1804, this National Historic Landmark Federalist townhouse was built by descendants of Peter Stuyvesant. The prominent couple were close friends with Alexander Hamilton and the Marquis de Lafayette, whom they hosted during his 50th anniversary visit to the US. Their son, Hamilton Fish, born in this house, served as Governor, US Senator, and the Secretary of State for President Grant. The townhouse is currently owned by the Cooper Union.
Henson designed and oversaw construction for the full exterior restoration, including brick masonry, millwork, and wrought and cast iron restoration; replacement of the deteriorated stoop, non-original dormers, and slate roof to replicate the historic condition; and replacement of non-original windows with high-performance windows. The restoration was recognized with a Lucy G. Moses Preservation Award from the New York Landmarks
Role:
Preservation Architect, Project Architect
Project Status:
Completed
Location:
New York, New York
Historic Designation:
National Historic Landmark, National Register, State Register, NYC Individual Landmark, National Register Historic District, State Register Historic District, NYC Historic District
