Nomination
Document type: DC
Recorded conditions
Staff directed to research potential Thomas U. Walter connection and revise nomination if necessary; results to be presented to Historical Commission on 13 January 2006; barn explicitly included in designation
Prior meeting reference: Nomination authored by Lois Frischling; Thomas U. Walter Account Book and Daybook reference design for George H. Garrett 1834-1835; 1835 Walter drawing at Girard College titled 'Mr. Garrett's Cottage'; 1876 map shows barn; 1837 City of Philadelphia directory lists one George H. Garrett
- Vote tally
- Unanimous
- Criteria cited
- Architectural significance: rare Italian Villa style with Greek Revival overtonesPotential attribution to architect Thomas Ustick Walter (designer of U.S. Capitol dome)Social and economic history significance: George H. Garrett prominent businessmanBarn identified as historically significant component of the property
Votes and testimony
Votes
- Bruce Lavertyyes
- Harris Steinbergyes
- Hyman Myersyes
- Janet Kleinyes
- Thomas Sugrueyes
- Warren Huffyes
Testimony
- Bruce Lavertysupport, person
- Harris Steinbergsupport, person
- Hyman Myerssupport, person
- John Gallerysupport, person
- Lois Frischlingsupport, person