Building Date:
1915
Transfer of Ownership:
• George and Theresa Wickens were the original owners of this property.
• The dairy farm was handed down to James and Marion Wickens Alexander.
• It was then handed down to their sons, David and James Alexander.
• David and James Alexander developed the property into Cragie Brae Golf Course in 1963.
• The dairy farm was handed down to James and Marion Wickens Alexander.
• It was then handed down to their sons, David and James Alexander.
• David and James Alexander developed the property into Cragie Brae Golf Course in 1963.
Present Owner & Present Status:
This barn serves as the Clubhouse for the Cragie Brae Golf Club. During spring, 2022, the barn’s roof was replaced and metal exterior sheathing was added to the barn.
Interesting Details:
• The land originally encompassed 263 acres.
• The NYS Thruway Authority claimed 36 acres when the Thruway was built.
• This Wells barn replaced an original barn on the property that burned in 1914.
• This barn was built after John Talcott Wells, Sr. retired in 1914.
• The NYS Thruway Authority claimed 36 acres when the Thruway was built.
• This Wells barn replaced an original barn on the property that burned in 1914.
• This barn was built after John Talcott Wells, Sr. retired in 1914.
Reference:
Pratt, B., & Pratt, J. (2004). Wells barns: J.T. Wells & Sons, Scottsville, NY 1886-1942: Barns still standing. Bloomfield, NY: Bob and Judy Pratt.
Image Credit:
Photo Courtesy of Cragie Brae’s Website.