History

This Colonial Revival house, built circa l900 for James Roland Brown, Barrister, and his wife Lina, features shingle cladding, a gable roof, wide third story dormer, pedimented porticos extending into an expansive covered verandah and second floor balustrades with decorative urns. Inside, wood trim and floors, massive pocket doors, leaded and stained glass windows, a unique bowed window and decorative hardware of copper, brass and iron speak to an era of expert craftsmanship and creativity in designing fine homes. Original photos taken in the house demonstrate that these features have endured over the past century.

The house was built on land severed from the Johnson farm and the original Johnson farm house (c 1835) is located next door to Brown's Manor. Archival records indicate that James acquired the land in 1893/94, and it is thought that his house was built soon after.

In 1909, the house was purchased by RGK Hepburn. The house was sold again in 1912, and was owned by members of the same family until 2005.

 

Historical Resources

If you have a special interest in exploring more of the historical aspects of Prince Edward County, the following resources can be found :