Going the Distance: Preservation through Relocation
Jacob Purdy House History 1960 to Present
White Plains Historical Society
Exhibit Overview
The Jacob Purdy House, 60 Park Avenue, White Plains, New York
Previously the house stood about one third mile away
Previously the house stood about one third mile away
Former location: across from the intersection of Spring Street and Rockledge Avenue
Condition of the house by 1962 when on Spring Street
The Battle of White Plains Monument Committee purchased the house in 1963
Entance of house closest to Mott Street prior to repair
A document discovered in 1969 during renovation
The house faced demolition again in 1973
The City of White Plains raised funds to finance a relocation
Spring Street to Park Avenue distance
August 9, 1973, the Jacob Purdy House in-transit
Park Avenue, in front of the Church of the Assumption
The house rests on new foundation
Painting the house with historical accuracy.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979
Early 1980s Jacob Purdy House restoration
Funds came from the government, local businesses, and individuals
Restoration completed October 28, 1986
Joint care of property
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Articles on History
Communities and New Exhibits
Bedford Hx. Society
Maria Rogers Exhibit Entry
White Plains Hx. Society
Jacob Purdy House Exhibit
Jacob Purdy House Timeline
Battle of White Plains Film
Jacob Purdy House Relocation
Document Discoveries
