Some porches even wrap around the house for an extra dose of grandiosity. Before the Victorian era, the majority of houses were painted a singular color—usually a neutral, non-fussy white or beige.

Though the United States declared independence from the British crown in 1776, British influence, especially in architecture, ...

Located in Aurora, Indiana is the Hillforest Historic House Museum . This stunning house was built in 1855 and is beautiful.

There are many details for fans and those interested in the Victorian era to enjoy - from the old English houses and country lanes to the unique fashion and etiquette of the day. It is a great ...

Take a step back in time at the Emlen Physick Estate, the only Victorian-era house museum in New Jersey. Completed in 1879, the house belonged to a wealthy Philadelphia family, the Physicks.

Factory conditions were poor and working-class factory workers lived in cramped, overcrowded houses. The population of towns and cities rapidly increased in the Victorian period as people moved to ...

A practical guide to restoring Victorian houses for modern life and living with history in a way that makes sense now ...