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Exterior - Warren and Polly Hull House
5976 Genesee Street, Lancaster, NY

The Warren Hull House is a National Register listed property significant under two National Register criteria: architecture and settlement.

Architecturally it is a rare surviving Federal style stone structure, retaining a great deal of its original features and woodwork.

It was built in c.1810, predating the devastation of buildings on the Niagara Frontier during the War of 1812. It is the oldest substantial masonry residence in Erie County.

The owner of the Hull house is the Landmark Society of the Niagara Frontier whose mission is to preserve local history and architecture and interpret it to the public.

In January 2003 Hogan Restoration was named the general contractor for Phase One: the Exterior Stabilization.

In March 2003 restoration work began thanks to a generous $125,000 grant from the Margaret L. Wendt Foundation.

First six photos were taken in August 2004; the remaining photos were taken in June 2003
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Federal style
C. 1810, two stories, 5-bay, central entry

Local Onondaga limestone.

Federal style elliptical arch of cut limestone (Keystone in center)

Large 6-panel "cross and bible" front door probably indicates that the house was built as a tavern.

2 of 4 Federal style pilasters support molded lintel at base of blind tympanum

Limestone splayed lintel and sill.

Gravely stucco applied directly to the masonry without any lath

Left (west) side

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Rear (north) elevation: 3 stories, including an exposed full basement wall

Cemetery marker is located at rear of property


Photos and their arrangement © 2003, 2004 Chuck LaChiusa. E-Mail