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alexander jackson davis: Speechless Sunday - Locust Grove Another Hudson Valley Historic Site - 01/24/10 08:01 PM



Locust Grove is one of the many wonderful historic sites to be found in the Hudson Valley.  This lovely estate is located in the town of Poughkeepsie, and sits high above the Hudson River.
This property was purchased in 1851 by Samuel F. B. Morse who was inventor of the Morse Code.  After purchasing the property Morse worked with renowned architect Alexander Jackson Davis to transform the house into an Italianate Villa.  The Tuscan Tower provided wonderful views of the Catskills and Hudson River as well as of the many beautiful gardens.
Locust Grove is listed on the National … (27 comments)

alexander jackson davis: Montgomery Place Another Great Hudson River Estate - 07/13/08 07:36 AM

This was the home of Janet Livingston Montgomery a member of one of the largest land owning families of the time.  Alexander Jackson Davis a well known architect of the time was responsible for the design.
Montgomery Place  was constructed in 1805 on 434 beautiful acres with views of the Hudson River and Catskills Mountains.   The beautiful grounds showcase lovely roses and herb gardens as well as an orchard.  Just the other day I took a leisurely walk on the grounds, enjoyed the great views, the beautiful hemlock trees, walked down a long path until I ended up at a great waterfall … (16 comments)

 
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