Erie in Erie County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Kennedy Row Houses
In 1832, prominent brickmaker, builder and borough councilman David Kennedy built the Federal-style corner house as his residence. A unique feature is the oversized brick rear section added in 1879. Kennedy, a weaver by trade from Ulster, completed the row house effect in 1836 with the center house directly west. Both houses listed on the National Register of Historic Places.Erected 1984 by Erie County Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1832.
Location. 42° 7.908′ N, 80° 4.948′ W. Marker is in Erie, Pennsylvania, in Erie County. Marker is on East 5th Street west of Holland Street. Houses are at 160 and 162 East 5th Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 162 East 5th Street, Erie PA 16507, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Brewster House (a few steps from this marker); Kennedy Double House (within shouting distance of this marker); Tibbals House (within shouting distance of this marker); Don't Give Up the Ship
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Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), April 13, 2018
3. National Register of Historic Places plaque
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), April 13, 2018
4. National Register of Historic Places plaque by other house
Credits. This page was last revised on May 5, 2019. It was originally submitted on April 16, 2018, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 384 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 16, 2018, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
