American House block

Scott, Edgar T., 1858-1940

This structure was built on the site where Noah Webster's house was located during the time he spent in Amherst writing his dictionary (1812-1822). It was built as the Hygeian Hotel, which became the American House Hotel in 1855. After 1868, it became a business block only, though still called the American House. It was demolished in 1909 to make way for the Lincoln Building.

This photograph shows the building in dilapidated condition shortly before it was demolished.

1909-08

Photograph

5 x 7 in.

Scott, Edgar T., 1858-1940, "American House block," in Digital Amherst, Item #902, http://www.digitalamherst.org/items/show/902 (accessed March 11, 2010).

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Central business districts

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