Amos Scudder
American architect, builder and freemason
About Amos Scudder
Lived 1779 – 1856 (aged 77). Amos Scudder was an American.
Amos Scudder (February 14, 1779 – June 13, 1856) was an American architect, builder and freemason. According to his biographer, Shelley Carroll, Scudder was "an aggressive, litigious entrepreneur who made financial success his business."
In 1830, Scudder was elected an alderman on the Savannah city council, a role in which he remained until 1839.
Phebe Scudder died on July 31, 1838, aged 58. She is buried in the cemetery of the Presbyterian Church in Westfield.
Selected notable works
Ann Hamilton House, Savannah – now the oldest building on the city's oldest square
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Amos Scudder?
American architect, builder and freemason
When was Amos Scudder born?
Amos Scudder was born on 14 February 1779 in Westfield.
When did Amos Scudder die?
Amos Scudder died on 13 June 1856 in Plainfield, New Jersey.
What nationality was Amos Scudder?
Amos Scudder was American.
Sources & further reading
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Amos Scudder. https://biography.guide/amos-scudder/
MLA: "Amos Scudder." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/amos-scudder/.
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