Rush R. Sloane House
United States historic place
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The Rush R. Sloane House is a historic residence in Sandusky, Ohio. The building was a reputed a prominent part of the Underground Railroad, a 19th century network for fugitive slaves.[2] It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1975.[3][4] It is a private residence, not open to the public.[5]
Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio, United States
Rush R. Sloane House | |
Sloane House in 2011 | |
| Location | 403 East Adams Street, Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio, United States |
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| Coordinates | 41.455555°N 82.705277°W |
| Built | early 1850s |
| Architect | Samuel Torrey |
| NRHP reference No. | 75001390[1] |
| Added to NRHP | February 24, 1975 |
History
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The homes builder and first owner was Samuel Torrey, and from this residence he conducted legal services and advocated on behalf of enslaved people.[5] The exact date of build is unknown, but thought to be from the early 1850s.[6] It is a three story tall stucco building with a "window's walk" enclosed tower, three bays; containing 10 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms.[5][7]
It was later the home of former Sandusky Mayor, businessman, and abolitionist Rush Richard Sloane who purchased the building in 1853.[5] It is believed that this building was once one of the many “safe houses” on the Underground Railroad, a decade prior to the American Civil War.[5][7][6] The Sandusky Business College operated at 403 West Adams Street from 1923 until 1949.