Jewel of Jamestown. This 19th century brick 9, 097 square feet mansion was built for George W. Tew Jr. President of the City National Bank. Architect was Milton Earl Beebe. The former Tew mansion dominates the corner of North Main and Fifth Streets. Regarded as one of Jamestown's landmark buildings. The mansion with its mansard roof & high distinctive dormer windows showcases the era's architectural grandeur. The front porch welcomes you into a grand foyer with its high ceilings, crown moldings, solid wood doors, exquisite staircase with original stain glass windows. The original, unique features continue throughout with multiple fireplaces, each having a distinctive mantel, hardwood floors, woodwork, expansive windows. The first and second floors each have, two half bathrooms, six rooms, kitchen area. Third floor has five rooms, one was part of a ballroom. The full basement has one full bath and multiple rooms. Accessibility lift and parking lot for approximately nine cars. Off street metered parking is also available. This grand jewel is a testament to the craftsmanship of its time and a living piece of Jamestown, New York's history.
