Roosevelt Hall (Skaneateles, New York)

Roosevelt Hall, also known as the Richard DeZeng House, is a historic Greek Revival mansion located in Skaneateles, New York. Built in 1839 by canal builder Richard DeZeng, the home has a rich history of ownership, including notable figures such as Anson H. Lapham, a wealthy leather trader, and Samuel Montgomery Roosevelt, a relative of President Theodore Roosevelt. The mansion has hosted various prominent guests, including Franklin D. Roosevelt and Spanish Ambassador Don Juan Riaño y Gayangos. Today, it serves as a summer residence for its current owners, Mary and Peter Drescher, and stands as a testament to the area's architectural and social history, making it an intriguing destination for tourists and researchers alike.