The New York State Board for Historic Preservation has put forth 15 properties to be considered for inclusion in the State and National Registers of Historic Places, according to a report by WROC.
Two local nominations stand out in particular. The first is a charming three-story brick building on South Avenue, which has gained recent fame as the V. H. Lang Trophy Company. The second is the historic William W. Gorham House, located in Ontario County. Both of these notable buildings have made their mark in the local community.
The Monroe County building, which currently houses V. H. Trophy Company, has a rich history. Before becoming a trophy company, it served various purposes over the years. It started as a saloon, hotel, cigar factory, grocery store, and even a woodworking shop. Initially, it was constructed in 1865 as a showroom for the Hebard Marble Works, showcasing their factory’s manufactured products.
The William W. Gorham House, situated on the outskirts of Canandaigua, stands as a testament to the town’s early development. Constructed by local residents between 1826 and 1828, this stone building once belonged to the descendants of Nathanial Gorham and Jasper Parrish. Notably, the renowned illustrator Eloise Wilkin resided here and even used one of the rooms as her studio. She even incorporated the house into some of her illustrations, leaving a lasting mark on its history.
Governor Kathy Hochul is also suggesting a number of locations associated with narratives that showcase the valuable contributions of women in New York State, one of which is the Three Arts Club.