Aumic House
Leesome Ln., Guilderland, NYNear the turn of the century Altamont became a popular summer retreat and many substantial homes were built on and around the Helderberg escarpment. The house remains unaltered and in excellent repair. Its design, emphasizing symmetry and repeated architectural elements, was clearly influenced by classical styles. Its details, such as the repeated wide arch, bargeboard and exterior cross-hatch boarding, contribute to the stately character of the building. Situated atop an open hill, on the edge of the wooded building reflects the growth of Guilderland as a resort town, home to massive summer estates such as this. Modern suburban development is encroaching upon the town; relative to this surrounding the estate displays considerable architectural significance.
Local significance of the building:Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1982.
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