Probably built in the early 19th century, it is a fine example of Federal period architecture, its design tentatively credited to the New Haven architect David Hoadley.

The main facade is five bays wide, with an elaborate Federal style entrance surround at the center.

Above the entrance is a Palladian window with a rounded center that breaks the moulding at the roof eave.

The front gable is fully pedimented, with dentil moulding around the edges and a Federal style semi-oval fan at the center.

[2] The building is believed to have been built about 1809-10 for Giles Griswold, a merchant;[3] its design has been speculatively attributed to New Haven architect David Hoadley.