Directions
To get to the Albert Erskine House from 517 Franklin:
Continue down Franklin Street and stop in front of the Albert Erskine House at 527 Franklin, with the blue glass window panes in the upstairs windows.
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Site Description
Albert Erskine House, ca. 1818
There are indications that this home was built prior to 1818. This is a Federal Style home and the porch and south half were added on at a later date.
It was believed that sunlight, shining through the blue window panes in the upstairs windows, were beneficial to people suffering from arthritis.
Notice the stepping stone in front of the house, used to help people climbing on to their horses or into carriages.
More Information
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Audio
History of
527 Franklin
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Russel Erskine
Audio Story
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Exterior
Photo
1972
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Exterior
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Exterior
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Victorian
Iron Fence
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Carriage
Mount
1997
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