Tree Streets Historic District
668 Locust Ave
Cook House, 1956
BrickDoes not contribute to the district's historic character
Did you know?Oak, Cherry and Locust weren't on the 1913 map
From the National Register nomination
One-story brick Colonial Revival-influenced single-family dwelling with 8/ 3 double-hung wood sash, slate-shingled gable roof, projecting polygonal bays, and an exterior end chimney. The recessed front entryway has a single-leaf paneled door with a four-light transom above, Built for Mrs. Frances Clemmer Cook, whose pony stable in the rear yard was converted into a guest cottage (Jim Cook).
Also on the lot
- House, Ca. 1930
This two-story building located at the rear of the lot along the alldy was originally a stable associated with the Clemmer House (656 Cherry Avenue). Built df weatherboarded frame construction, it has with / double-hung sash and a standing seam metal gable roof. The stable was converted for human occupation after 1956, when the main hduse on the property was constructed.
People
- Frances Clemmer Cook owner in 1956 (Built for Mrs. Frances Clemmer Cook)
- Jim Cook owner (guest cottage (Jim Cook))
Memories
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