Day 354 - Historic Buildings in Easton

On day 354 I thought I would take a drive down to Easton and look at some of the older architecture there.  

The building on the left was built in 1864, this Italianate mansion is an opulent testament to the merchant’s status in mid-nineteenth century America. Originally the home of Thomas McKean, cotton merchant, in 1867 the mansion was inherited by his daughter, Jane Young. At the time of her death it was sold to Howard A. Hartzell, who converted the first floor for commercial use. On the exterior, ornate window trim (shelled window hoods), mansard room, and large-scale brackets are typical of the Italianate style that dominated pre-Victorian architecture. For a time, this location was well-known as Abel’s Ice Cream Parlor. It now houses River Grille restaurant.  

The Building to the right was built in 1900.  In 1907 Charles J. Montague moved his book store that he purchased in 1902 which became  Easton's largest and best stocked book/stationary store. It now houses Sogo Fusion Lounge.

All images are taken with the EOS-M w/EF-M 22mm  @ Aperture Priority set to f/3.5

4 image HDR -1, 0, +1, & +2

Thanks for Stopping by

Tom