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"He had a wonderful command of the language, was an orator very flowery and imaginative, and indulged largely in poetical similes."
-- Henry Howe about E. Cooke
Formerly the home of Eleutherus Cooke, this 1840's stone and brick home was moved to its current location in 1874. Sandusky's first lawyer, Cooke was also a politician serving in the Ohio Legislature and U.S. Congress.
The three-story mansion features a large first floor living room and spacious kitchen. The second floor contains bedrooms including the master bedroom, walk-through closet, and master bathroom. The third floor is closed to the public. The home is restored to its 1950's appearance, but contains several interesting pieces of antique furniture from the nineteenth century. The yard is beautifully landscaped. Exhibits on the history of the house are in the basement.
In 1995, Estelle M. Dorn contributed the house to the Ohio Historical Society.
Hours:
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January - March |
Open by Appointment Only |
Hours: April - December
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Monday |
CLOSED |
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Tuesday - Friday |
12-3:00 p.m. |
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Saturday |
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. |
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Sunday and all major holidays |
CLOSED |
Admission
Location
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Cooke House is located at 1415 Columbus Avenue in Sandusky, in Erie County. It is three blocks east of State Route 4.
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General Information
Cooke House
c/o The Old House Guild
1415 Columbus Avenue
Sandusky, OH 44870
Phone:
419-627-0640
Handicapped Accessibility
Ohio Historical Society strives to meet ADA requirements. However, historic structures and outdoor areas provide challenges that make it difficult to provide complete access to all visitors. Please call the site with specific questions and concerns.
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