103 College Street, c. 1874

This 1 1/2 storey house was originally the residence of Hugh MacDonald, a Massachusetts tailor, from 1874 to 1903. He purchased the land in 1874 from Hon. William A. Henry, one of the Fathers of Confederation. From 1909 to 1912, the house was occupied by Thomas J. Sears who owned T.J. Sears Livery located nearby.

Built in 1874, 103 College Street is representative of Maritime Vernacular. This structure clearly represents the durability of the classical idiom long after it had ceased to be fashionable. The 5-bay facade, single dormer, and symmetrical simplicity are all traditional features of Maritime Vernacular. As in most Classical Revival houses, the doorway was the focus of all decorative attention. The recessed (in antis) doorway with its moulded cornice, reminiscent of a portico, and the square-headed transom were both favoured by Greek Revival. The triple dormer window, a Palladian derivative, is also a pleasing classical accent.

Crystal McCormick

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