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J. Foster Warner

1859 – 1937

American architect

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About J. Foster Warner

Lived 1859 – 1937 (aged 77–78). J. Foster Warner was an American architect.

John Foster Warner (1859–1937) was a Rochester, New York–based architect. He was the son of one of Rochester's most prominent 19th century architects, Andrew Jackson Warner (1833–1910). After receiving his architectural training in his father's office, the younger Warner opened his own office in 1889 and remained in continuous practice until his death in 1937.

Selected works

1893: Granite Building, Rochester, New York, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. 1894-1896: Monroe County Courthouse, Rochester, New York, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974 as a contributing structure. 1903: Brick Presbyterian Church Complex, Rochester, New York, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1992. 1905: George Eastman House, Rochester, New York, designated a National Historic Landmark in 1966. 1924: National Company Building, Rochester, New York, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. 1926: Rowe House, Wayland, New York, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. 1928: Our Lady of Mercy High School, Rochester, New York, listed as Historic Landmark, Town of Brighton, New York.

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Born
1859
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Died
1937
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John Foster Warner

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Frequently asked questions

Who was J. Foster Warner?

American architect

When was J. Foster Warner born?

J. Foster Warner was born in 1859.

When did J. Foster Warner die?

J. Foster Warner died in 1937.

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J. Foster Warner was an architect.

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J. Foster Warner was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: J. Foster Warner

· Wikidata: Q6105703

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