Yet another of Nashua’s fine estates on Concord Street is the George French House, a more academic example of the Queen Anne style of architecture. The French House was built in 1890 for George Barstow French (1846-1933), an attorney in town. I really wish I could find more on the architect, as this seems to be a more academic example of the style with bold material choice of brick construction with brownstone and terracotta trim and detailing. The hipped roof with flared eaves and brick pilaster detailing on the second floor add a lot to the design and are not common! Does anyone know more?
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My grandparents lived in this house for many years and it’s always been very special to my cousins and me. I used to know more about the architecture, I can find out again I’m sure. I’ve always thought of it as the Sadie French house, not the George French house, as French had the house built as a wedding gift for his wife Sarah (who everyone called Sadie). My dream since before my grandparents sold the house when I was 12 has always been to buy it back someday and fix it up as a B&B. Till then, I’ll try to find that info for you about the architect!
Best,
Alicia O.
Chelmsford
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LOVE this added information, thank you! Please comment if you learn more. It helps tell a more complete history of these buildings.
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