Allentown in Buffalo in Erie County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Coit House
Built Circa 1815
Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, June 1, 2017
1. Coit House Marker
Inscription.
Coit House. Built Circa 1815. Built shortly after the burning of Buffalo in December 1813, the George Coit House is the oldest extant home in Buffalo. Originally sited downtown at 53 Pearl St. on the southeast corner of Swan Street., the house was enlarged and moved to the more residential Allentown section about 1867. By the late 1960s it fell into disrepair and was slated for demolition. Appleton (Tony) Fryer purchased and saved the house, beginning Buffalo's organized historic preservation movement. The restored house served as a family home for three decades but once again fell into disrepair. The Allentown Association purchased the home in 1999, restored its structural integrity, and then sold it to continue service as a private residence.
Built shortly after the burning of Buffalo in December 1813, the George Coit House is the oldest extant home in Buffalo. Originally sited downtown at 53 Pearl St. on the southeast corner of Swan Street., the house was enlarged and moved to the more residential Allentown section about 1867. By the late 1960s it fell into disrepair and was slated for demolition. Appleton (Tony) Fryer purchased and saved the house, beginning Buffalo's organized historic preservation movement. The restored house served as a family home for three decades but once again fell into disrepair. The Allentown Association purchased the home in 1999, restored its structural integrity, and then sold it to continue service as a private residence.
Erected by The Allentown Association, Inc.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical month for this entry is December 1813.
Location. 42° 53.813′ N, 78° 52.583′ W. Marker is in Buffalo, New York, in Erie County. It is in Allentown. Marker is at the intersection of Virginia Street and De Rutte Alley, on the right when traveling west on Virginia Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 414 Virginia Street, Buffalo NY 14201, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Adam House (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line);
Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, June 1, 2017
2. Coit House & Marker
Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, June 1, 2017
3. Coit House
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 2, 2017, by Anton Schwarzmueller of Wilson, New York. This page has been viewed 473 times since then and 40 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on June 2, 2017, by Anton Schwarzmueller of Wilson, New York.
