Herndon Home
Georgia · United States
The15-room house was built by Atlanta businessman Alonzo Herndon, who was born a slave. The house is Beaux Arts Classical in style and contains original furnishings and those acquired later by Herndon's son Norris. The house was designed primarily by Herndon's first wife, Adrienne, and was constructed by African-American craftsmen.The Herndon Home is a lasting tribute to the hard work and talent of the Herndon Family.
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1Herndon Home
Welcome to the Herndon Home. As you approach the wrought iron gates and look up at the stately, elegant mansion situated proudly on this hill, you are preparing to witness one of the most astonishing architectural and historical…
앱에서 듣기2The Beaux-Arts Facade and Adrienne's Vision
Standing before the magnificent exterior of the Herndon Home, take a moment to study its imposing, classical architecture. Built in nineteen ten, this fifteen room mansion is a textbook example of the Beaux Arts classical style. …
앱에서 듣기3The Crystal Palace Connection
Before we cross the grand threshold into the foyer, it is essential to understand exactly how the Herndon family acquired the staggering wealth required to build such a palace. The financial foundation of this estate was laid…
앱에서 듣기4The Grand Foyer and Formal Parlor
Step through the heavy front doors and into the grand foyer of the Herndon Home. Instantly, the noise of the outside world fades away, replaced by an atmosphere of absolute tranquility and breathtaking elegance. …
앱에서 듣기5The Dining Room and Atlanta Life Insurance
Moving gracefully from the parlor, we enter the expansive formal dining room. The long, highly polished table sits under a glittering crystal chandelier, surrounded by beautifully carved chairs. …
앱에서 듣기6The Master Suite and Personal Tragedy
Let us ascend the grand mahogany staircase to the second floor, moving into the private, intimate spaces of the Herndon family. We are now standing in the master suite. …
앱에서 듣기7Norris Herndon and The Art of Quiet Philanthropy
As we walk through the upper galleries and sitting rooms, you will notice an incredible, eclectic collection of art and artifacts. There are delicate Venetian glass pieces, Roman statuary, intricate Asian ceramics, and beautiful…
앱에서 듣기8Closing
As we step back out through the heavy mahogany doors and onto the front lawns of the Herndon Home, take one last, sweeping look at this magnificent Beaux Arts structure. The story of the Herndon family is one of the most…
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| 위치 | Georgia · United States |
|---|---|
| 종류 | 유적 |
| 이야기 구간 | 8 |
| 글 언어 | 영어 |
| 좌표 | 33.7558, -84.4068 |
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