Camp, Hermon, House
Why it's listed
Set on a slight rise behind wooded grounds in Trumansburg, this red brick mansion was built between 1845 and 1847 for Hermon Camp. A full-height portico with six fluted Greek Doric columns marks the two-story central block, which is flanked by lower wings and a carriage house extending about 70 feet to the rear. Inside, a central hall divides paired parlors, a library and a dining room, each with a black marble fireplace. Camp arrived in Trumansburg in 1805 as a young storekeeper and became a colonel of cavalry in the War of 1812, sheriff, assemblyman, postmaster and first president of the Tompkins County Bank. The house was designed by Geneva architect Thomas Judd and is cited as one of the largest Greek Revival residences in the region. Camp also laid out extensive grounds reflecting his interest in trees and plants. It was listed for its local historical links and as a fine example of New York Greek Revival design.
Significance in brief: The nomination argues it is significant to local history as the home of Hermon Camp, a prominent 19th-century Trumansburg leader, merchant and public official. It is also significant to architecture as a noteworthy New York example of the Greek Revival monumental house type, with a two-story central block, columned portico and flanking wings. It is cited as one of the largest Greek Revival residences in the region.
Machine-generated summary. This summary was generated by a language model from the official nomination document and has not been reviewed line by line by an editor. It may contain errors. Check the source document before relying on any detail. Source: nomination document (PDF) · National Archives catalog entry. NRHP reference 73001279, listed December 4, 1973. Summary generated October 2026 (model claude-sonnet-5-5, prompt v1.0-2026-10-29, confidence high).
Key facts
| Address | Camp St., Trumansburg |
|---|---|
| County | Tompkins County |
| Listed | December 4, 1973 |
| Reference number | 73001279 |
| Resource type | Building |
| Period of significance | 19th Century (built 1845-47) |
| Architect / builder | Thomas Judd, a Geneva architect (designer); built for Hermon Camp |
| Architectural style | Greek Revival |
| Areas of significance | Architecture |
| Level of significance | Local |
| Status (as stated in the nomination) | Described as maintained in quite good condition, with moderate alterations limited to less prominent interior areas; a private residence, with the east wing rented as an apartment. |
| Acreage | 4.5 |
| Coordinates | 42.53874, -76.66141 (NPS GIS) |
What listing means for this property
National Register listing is honorary for a privately owned home: it does not by itself restrict what an owner may do with their own money, and it does not require public access. Restrictions come from local landmark or historic-district ordinances, which are separate (how they differ).
Owner-occupied houses are not eligible for the 20% federal rehabilitation tax credit, which applies to income-producing buildings, but many states offer credits for homeowners. Listing also opens the door to preservation easements and to buying a plaque. Start with what listing means for homeowners, renovating a listed house and selling one.
General information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change; confirm with your State Historic Preservation Office or a qualified adviser.
Sources and further reading
- National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places database (snapshot May 2026), reference 73001279.
- Nomination form (PDF, National Archives) — catalog entry
- Wikipedia article (used for cross-checking only; text not reproduced here)
- Wikidata Q5741996
- This listing as JSON
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