Augustus Thomas Cowman (1814-1854)

Augustus T. Cowman, of Hyde Park, Dutchess County, New York

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He was the architect (albeit amateur) of St. James' Church at Hyde Park, New York. He based his design on the churches he had seen on a trip to England from where he had recently returned. His father, John, had sailed ships in the employ of John Jacob Astor. John saved his money and became wealthy after investing in New York real estate. Augustus married Ann, daughter of Captain James Gillinder.

Spouse (1)

Ann Gillinder

Mrs Ann (Gillinder) Cowman

b.c.1814

Associated Houses (2)

Drayton House

Hyde Park, New York

Crumwold Hall

Hyde Park, New York

Image from Historical notes of Saint James Parish, Hyde Park-on-Hudson, New York, 1913