Henry Beissner House

Henry Beissner House
Front view of the Henry Beissner House
Henry Beissner House is located in Texas
Henry Beissner House
Henry Beissner House
Location within Texas
Henry Beissner House is located in the United States
Henry Beissner House
Henry Beissner House
Location within the United States
Location2818 Ball Avenue,
Galveston, Texas
Coordinates29°18′01″N 94°47′56″W / 29.3003°N 94.7989°W / 29.3003; -94.7989
Built1891 (1891)
Architectural styleEastlake, Stick style, Queen Anne
NRHP reference No.78002929[1]
Significant dates
Added to NRHPApril 3, 1978
Designated RTHL1978

The Henry Beissner House is a historic residence located at 2818 Ball Avenue in Galveston, Texas. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and recognized as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark.

History

The house was built in 1891 by Galveston lumberman Henry Beissner. Its design stands out in the neighborhood for its elaborate architectural details, combining elements of Eastlake, Stick style, and Queen Anne architecture. The structure sits on a stone arch base, and its front gable features intricate woodwork uncommon in surrounding homes.

In 1996, a major renovation by Mardi J. Mitchell added a turret, further enhancing its distinctive appearance.[2]

See also

References

  1. ↑ "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. November 2, 2013.
  2. ↑ Beasley and Fox (1996), pp. 204–205.

Bibliography

  • Beasley, Ellen; Fox, Stephen (1996). Galveston Architectural Guidebook. Houston: Rice University Press. ISBN 0-89263-345-X.