Behind the front door
A place in history.
The Isaac Bell House is one of the best surviving examples of shingle style architecture in the country. The house was designed by the firm of McKim, Mead and White in 1883 for Isaac Bell, a wealthy cotton broker and investor. After passing through a succession of owners, the Isaac Bell House was purchased by the Preservation Society in 1996, and is today designated a National Historic Landmark.
The Isaac Bell House was remarkably innovative when it appeared in 1883. It is a combination of Old English and European architecture with colonial American and exotic details, such as a Japanese-inspired open floor plan and bamboo-style porch columns.
The exterior of the house has been extensively renovated and interior restoration work is continuing. The house is presented for tour as a work in progress. |
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Listed in our directory as a National Register property.
Before you go
Plan your visit.
Adult: $14.50
Youth: $5.50 (ages 6-17)
Hours, admission prices, and visitor access can change. Confirm current details with the property before traveling.
