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Horatio Nelson White

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While White designed many houses, his papers have been lost, therefore, the identity and attribution of most of them has been obscured. Accordingly, he is remembered mostly for his more monumental work. White's reputation remains to this day as one of the most distinguished architects to have been
189:). White adapted this style to the Hall of Languages, the first building constructed on the campus of Syracuse University. White was engaged to design New York State armories in Syracuse, Dunkirk and Ballston Spa. He also designed 161:
In 1851, White returned to his wife and daughter in Syracuse, paid off his creditors and established what became a highly successful architectural practice. In 1856, White was given the prestigious opportunity of designing the
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The man who changed the face of Syracuse : Horatio Nelson White by Elinore Taylor Horning. Mexico, NY: E.T. Horning, c1988. Published in conjunction with an exhibit on his works at the Onondaga Historical
141:. Upon arrival in Syracuse, White immediately made a name for himself, earning high praises as the building contractor for the Church of the Messiah. Following business reversals, White moved briefly to 491: 190: 101:, and became one of New York State's most prominent architects from about 1865 to 1880. White designed many homes, armories, churches, and public buildings throughout 170:. The resulting design was hailed as a resounding success and elements from it were utilized in several of his subsequent plans, including the designs for the 178:
courthouses. White's reputation was growing as one of the best architects in Syracuse. Young architects came to Syracuse to study under him. One of these was
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associated with Syracuse. White died in his home in 1892. His obituary referred to him as simply "the Venerable Architect".
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The Third Onondaga County Courthouse, Syracuse. Completed 1857, demolished 1967
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Looking south on Salina Street, Syracuse, New York; from a c. 1905 postcard.
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Syracuse Landmarks: An Aia Guide to Downtown and Historic Neighborhoods
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In 1867, White designed the original Onondaga Savings Bank (now the
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Syracuse University Archives. Faculty Papers: Archimedes Russell.
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Extant buildings which he designed and which are listed on the
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in Syracuse. White prepared designs for over 100 churches.
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Remington Stables (Now, Ilion Little Theatre, Ilion N.Y.
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Hall of Languages, Syracuse University
Gridley Building
Grace Episcopal Church
Syracuse, New York
Syracuse
Central New York
Hall of Languages
Syracuse University
Middleton, New Hampshire
Horatio Nelson
Battle of Trafalgar
Andover, Massachusetts
Brooklyn, New York

new Onondaga County Courthouse
Clinton Square
Jefferson
Chemung County
Archimedes Russell
Gridley Building
Plymouth Congregational Church

Hall of Languages, Syracuse University

Chemung County Courthouse Complex
National Register of Historic Places
Hall of Languages, Syracuse University
Grace Episcopal Church
Gridley Building

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