Baker Mansion
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member SpanielFam
N 40° 29.265 W 078° 24.303
17T E 719932 N 4485129
Baker Mansion #1 of 2
Waymark Code: WM447
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 11/25/2005
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member The Leprechauns
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This fine example of Greek Revival Architecture was the home of Elias Baker, a leading ironmaster of the region. Built in 1846, it is now the museum and home of the Blair County Historical Society. Located on the hill opposite this point.
Marker Name: Baker Mansion

County: Blair

Date Dedicated: 04/01/1947

Marker Type: Roadside

Location: Pa. 36 (Union Ave.) at Mansion Blvd., Altoona

Category: Buildings, Mansions & Manors

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