Description of Historic Place

Alexander Robinson Residence is located on University Avenue in the City of Miramichi. It is a 2-story Victorian-era home with Queen Anne influence, built by the owner in 1896.

Heritage Value

Alexander Robinson Residence is designated a Local Historic Place for its association with Alexander Robinson and for its architecture.

Alexander Robinson, the prominent resident owner, was a carriage manufacturer and farm implement dealer who carried on his well-established business close to his premises. His trade involved the production of the sloven, a type of freight wagon widely used in its day. During a horrific block fire in October of 1895, he lost his business and home, but rebuilt both the following year. Robinson was interested in community affairs and served on Town Council.

The home is also recognized for its architecture and ornate detail. It is a good example of a Victorian-era home with Queen Anne influence. It exudes the owner's abilities in craftsmanship.

Source: Heritage Office, City of Miramichi Site File #05-60

Character-Defining Elements

The character-defining elements that describe Alexander Robinson Residence include:
- placement of residence on narrow and deep lot;
- placement of front entrance relative to the street;
- form and massing of Queen Anne style;
- steeply pitched roofline;
- clad in narrow wooden clapboards;
- ornate fretwork;
- front entrance with original Queen Anne style door;
- front bay;
- decorative window mouldings with pediments on second level;
- leaded glass window.