Smith Bly House Explained

Smith Bly House
Coordinates:42.0928°N -79.375°W
Built:c. 1835
Added:October 1, 1974
Refnum:74001223

The Smith Bly House is a historic house located in Ashville, Chautauqua County, New York.

Description and history

It is a two-story, three-bay-wide, timber-framed, Greek Revival style residence built in about 1835. The recessed entrance features a carved architrave supported by Ionic columns.[1] As described in state records, "The west facades of the main block and wing are finished with flush weatherboards; each facade is divided and framed by elaborately fluted Ionic pilasters. The remainder is clapboarded. The entire structure is painted white. The main entrance is reached by a three-step stair of dressed stone. One brick chimney with rebuilt top is located in the main block."

It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 1, 1974.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: National Register of Historic Places Registration: Bly, Smith, House. May 1974. 2009-06-14 . Steven S. Levy. New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. See also: Web site: Accompanying seven photos.