Arthur Bates Jennings | |
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| Born | April 30, 1847 |
| Died | March 30, 1927 (aged 79) |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Architect |
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Arthur Bates Jennings FAIA (April 30, 1849 – March 30, 1927) was an American architect in practice in New York City from c. 1876 to 1919.
Arthur Bates Jennings was born April 30, 1849, in North Brookfield, Massachusetts, to Joel Albert Jennings, a lawyer, and Susan Frances (Bates) Jennings. He earned an A.B. from the College of the City of New York in 1870 and received architectural training in the offices of John Correja, George B. Post and Russell Sturgis. He opened his own office c. 1876, and initially worked on suburban developments in New Jersey for Stewart Hartshorn and others. He later became well-known as an architect of public buildings, including churches and college buildings.[1][2]
Jennings's buildings followed popular styles, and frequently utilized multiple towers and bold ornament. They were constructed across the United States, from Portland, Maine, to Seattle, and at least as far south as Hot Springs, Arkansas. He retired from practice in 1919.[1]
Jennings became a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects in 1890.[3]
Jennings was married in 1881 Caroline Jerusha Allen of Meriden, Connecticut, and had three children: Edward Allen, Arthur Bates Jr. and Helen Bates. He died March 30, 1927, in New York City at the age of 79.[1][2][4]
At least five buildings designed by Jennings have been listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places, though one has been substantially demolished.