Asher Benjamin
Asher Benjamin (June 15, 1773 – July 26, 1845) was an American architect and author whose work transitioned between Federal architecture and the later Greek Revival architecture. His seven handbooks on design deeply influenced the look of cities and towns throughout New England until the Civil War. Builders also copied his plans in the Midwest and in the South.
Asher Benjamin | |
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| Born | June 15, 1773 |
| Died | July 26, 1845 (aged 72) Springfield, Massachusetts |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Architect |
| Buildings | Leavitt-Hovey House Charles Street Meeting House Old West Church, Boston African Meeting House Headquarters House Charles Playhouse |
| Projects | Wrote seven pattern books to help elevate American architectural taste |
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