Erie in Erie County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Brewster House
One of the oldest houses in Erie, built in 1823 for prominent civic leader and politician Alexander Brewster, rear addition and Italianate changes to Federal period design made in 1850's. Deeded by Brewster family in 1898 to Erie Bureau of Charities for Wm. Brewster Industrial School for Girls. Listed on National Register of Historic Places.Erected 1984 by Erie County Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1823.
Location. 42° 7.906′ N, 80° 4.958′ W. Marker is in Erie, Pennsylvania, in Erie County. Marker is on East 5th Street west of Holland Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 158 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. Kennedy Row Houses (a few steps from this marker); Tibbals House (within shouting distance of this marker); Kennedy Double House (within shouting distance of this marker); Don't Give Up the Ship (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Gideon Ball House
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4. National Register of Historic Places plaque
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