Mendham -- Phoenix House

Object Details

General: Built in the early 19th century, the Federal-style Phoenix House was named for its former owner, innkeeper William Phoenix. It was used from 1857 to 1907 as a boardinghouse by Phoenix's daughters and has Greek Revival-style porches added in 1840. The property was donated to the people of Mendham in 1938 and since 1960 has housed borough offices. The gardens are maintained by the Mendham Garden Club with assistance from local Boy Scouts.; Persons associated with the property include: William Phoenix (former owner, 1820-1857).

Place: Phoenix House (Mendham, New Jersey); United States of America -- New Jersey -- Morris County -- Mendham

See more items in: Maida Babson Adams American garden collection.; Maida Babson Adams American garden collection. / Series 1: Garden Images / New Jersey

Collection Citation: Smithsonian Institution, Archives of American Gardens, Maida Babson Adams American garden collection.

Collection Rights: Archives of American Gardens encourages the use of its archival materials for non-commercial, educational and personal use under the fair use provision of U.S. copyright law. Use or copyright restrictions may exist. It is incumbent upon the researcher to ascertain copyright status and assume responsibility for usage. All requests for duplication and use must be submitted in writing and approved by Archives of American Gardens. Please direct reference inquiries to the Archives of American Gardens: aag@si.edu.

Scope and Contents: The folder includes worksheets, copies of published photographs of the garden, and additional information.

Collection Restrictions: Access to original archival materials by appointment only. Researcher must submit request for appointment in writing. Certain items may be restricted and not available to researchers. Please direct reference inquiries to the Archives of American Gardens: aag@si.edu.

Related Materials: Phoenix House related holdings consist of 1 folder (2 transparencies; 2 negatives)