Riga Academy Explained

Riga Academy
Location:3 Riga-Mumford Rd., Riga, New York
Coordinates:43.0692°N -77.8797°W
Built:1811
Architecture:Federal
Added:November 21, 1980
Refnum:80002653

Riga Academy is a historic building located at Riga in Monroe County, New York. It was constructed in 1811 and is a two-story, five bay Federal style building. Built originally as a tavern and inn, it was converted for use as an academy in 1846. It was used as a school from 1847 to 1861, at which time it became a private residence.[1]

It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: National Register of Historic Places Registration: Riga Academy. April 1980. 2009-11-01 . M. Herschensohn and Roger Reed. New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. See also: Web site: Accompanying seven photos.