Dr. Christopher S. Best House and Office explained

Dr. Christopher S. Best House and Office
Location:34 Clauverwie St., Middleburgh, New York
Coordinates:42.5964°N -74.3331°W
Built:1884
Architect:Brazee, Jehiel
Architecture:Italianate
Added:August 15, 2001
Area:less than one acre
Refnum:01000849

Dr. Christopher S. Best House and Office is a historic home in Middleburgh, Schoharie County, New York. It is a two-story, flat-roofed, frame Italianate dwelling built in 1884. It was enlarged and modified with a series of renovations between 1890 and 1912. It now houses a medical history museum. Also on the property are a frame carriage barn and garage.[1]

From 1884 to 1991, a small-town American community was served by this Victorian residence and medical facility. The Dr. Best collection has Civil War, railroad and telephone artifacts. The expansive and unique collection includes bottles, automotive memorabilia, clothing and quilts, as well as the fully stocked kitchen and medical equipment. The house is open for tours during the summer.

It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2001.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: National Register of Historic Places Registration: Dr. Christopher S. Best House and Office. March 2001. 2010-02-20 . Raymond W. Smith . New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. See also: Web site: Accompanying eight photos.