Peter Harrison (1716-1775)

Peter Harrison, Architect, Father of Palladianism in America

Associated Houses

Richmond Hill

Manhattan

He is regarded as the first professional architect in America and the father of Palladianism in America. In 1747, he designed the Redwood Library & Athenæum - America's oldest lending library in Newport, Rhode Island. In 1746, he married Elizabeth, daughter of Edward and Arabella (Williams) Pelham, of Newport.
Contributed by Mark Meredith on 19/10/2019 and last updated on 20/10/2021.