It was brought to my attention that not enough credit was given to Elizabeth Wisedell in designing this house with her husband, Thomas, thus much of this post has been amended. Since this was a home for their own family, Elizabeth’s contributions, especially regarding decisions on furnishings and decorations would have been instrumental in its … More Part 11 — Thomas & Elizabeth Wisedell House, Yonkers, NY, 1878-79. (rewrite)