Historic Homes of New Albany, Indiana
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New Albany's historic homes boast unique histories and fascinating stories of those who inhabited them. Founded in 1813 below the falls of the Ohio River, the city was Indiana's most populous by the middle of the nineteenth century. Many leading citizens built grand mansions and family dwellings that beamed with prosperity and influence. The architectural legacy during these formative years continued into the early twentieth century and produced historic neighborhoods with a rich collection of housing styles. Join authors David C. Barksdale and Gregory A. Sekula as they delve into the history of New Albany's most cherished old homes.

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David C. Barksdale is the state-appointed Floyd County Historian and president of the Floyd County Historical Society. He has written and co-authored several hundred house and building histories, along with several books. David was a public-school educator for thirty-six years and helped initiate the Annual New Albany Historic Home Tour.

Gregory A. Sekula is director of the Southern Regional Office of Indiana Landmarks. He holds a degree in historic preservation from Roger Williams University and is a past Fellow of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. A member of the American Institute of Certified Planners, Gregory previously served as Preservation Planner for St. Joseph, Missouri and City Planner for New Bern, North Carolina.
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