Sherman Gilbert 1887 House - San Diego, California
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Metro2
N 32° 45.235 W 117° 11.570
11S E 481936 N 3624023
This Victorian home is preserved in San Diego's Heritage County Park...and is considered to be in the "Stick-Eastlake" style.
Waymark Code: WM7CYA
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 10/06/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member sfwife
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Stick Eastlake

SHERMAN-GILBERT HOUSE (1887) - The style named after Charles Eastlake English author and furniture designer utilized applied "stick work". The "widow's walk" and a circle window distinguish the first structure moved to Heritage Park. John Sherman, cousin of Gen. "Tecumseh" Sherman built this house. From 1892-1965 spinster sisters Bess and Gertrude Gilbert, patrons of art and music, brought internationally famous entertainers to receptions in their home. The County Parks and Recreation Department offices filled the residence until 1978; a shop featuring heirloom lace and clothing is situated upstairs. An art gallery will soon occupy other rooms.
Public/Private: Public

Year Built: 1887

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