The best way to learn about historic houses is to look at them closely, and the most fun way to look at them closely is to do a puzzle showing a wonderful historic house! So, we made a unique and interesting collection of Historic House Puzzles for you to enjoy!
The Uptown-Garden District area in New Orleans is filled with wonderful 19th and early 20th-century homes. This is a charming example from the 1890s. St. Charles Avenue has remained a desirable address due to its lovely homes, historic streetcar line, and Mardi Gras parades each spring. American Queen Anne emerged from the English Queen Anne style and developed its own distinctive characteristics.
Understanding the style of a house is the essential first step in developing a restoration plan that prioritizes the preservation and restoration of character-defining features while making changes necessary for modern life in an old house.
More than two dozen full-color photos illustrate the Queen Anne style in Chapter 2 of “Restoring Your Historic House, The Comprehensive Guide for Homeowners.”
Click on the dashed box at the top-right in the puzzle box below to open the puzzle to full screen. In the top left, you can change the number of pieces (100 pieces is the default), toggle piece rotation, and change the background color. Then hit “OK” and have fun!