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Octagon House

2645 Gough St
San Francisco, CA 94123
415/441-7512

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This proves that fadism is not a recent phenomenon. The design of this oddity built in 1861 is based on a popular theory of the mid-1800s, namely that people inhabiting a space of this shape would live healthier, happier lives. The building now houses a museum of American Colonial and Federal Era decorative arts and historical documents. Another octagon house, not open to the public, can be seen on the 1000 block of Green Street. Admission is free and reservations are only required for groups.

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sassylaurie

Once a house, now museum!

Reviewed by sassylaurie on February 04, 2007

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"This cleverly built structure was once believed to have a shape that’s related directly to one’s hapiness and health back in the 1800’s. Today this octogonal oddity is now a museum with collonial and Federal era decorative arts and valuable documents. You can see it from the street, and this shape is truly wondrous. I would believe it if someone came along today, and told an architect that they wanted a house shaped just like that one. If you are ever in the area, come give this place a whirl. Admission if free, and it’s a nice place to go, any day of the week. "

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