Bowman Homestead

The Bowman Homestead, located in North Versailles Township, Pennsylvania, is a historic 2+1⁄2-story brick farmhouse built in 1846 by George Bowman. This architectural gem showcases a blend of Western Pennsylvania vernacular and Greek Revival styles, with materials sourced locally. George Bowman, who settled in the area in the early 1800s, was connected to notable figures, including his wife Eliza Mellon, sister of Judge Thomas Mellon and aunt to Secretary of the Treasury Andrew Mellon. The homestead was recognized for its historical significance and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979, making it a fascinating site for tourists and researchers interested in American history and architecture.