The French architectural style of this period quickly spread throughout America from 1860 to 1875. The hallmark of the Second Empire style was the mansard roof, named after its inventor François ...

Consider it the “things that go bump in the night” of residential architecture. The imposing Second Empire is a mainstay in spooky movies and television shows. Have you checked out Creel House ...

BROOKFIELD — Built in 1864, the Aaron Kimball House was one of three massive mansions built in Second Empire architecture-style along West Main Street in Brookfield. Today, it's the only one ...

one of the finest specimens of naval architecture afloat. The Celestial Empire is the second largest vessel ever laid down in the United States. View Full Article in Timesmachine » Advertisement ...

Vaile Victorian Mansion is a 6-acre historic site in Independence that stands as a significant example of Second Empire architecture. Built in 1881 by Col. Harvey Merrick Vaile and his wife Sophia ...

The back door opens to a spacious shared deck and yard, and the private driveway. The second floor has a sun-drenched landing nook, plus a bath and three bedrooms (one with marble sink).