George E. Dickey
George E. Dickey (1840—1900) was an architect who worked in the United States and Canada in the 1800s.
Early life
George E. Dickey was born in Wilmot, New Hampshire on October 29, 1840 to James and Sebra Sickey. He grew up and attended school in New Hampshire.[1]
Career
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Dickey went to Boston for professional training. He practiced architecture in Waltham, Massachusetts and Manchester, New Hamphire before moving to Toronto in 1873. After five years he moved to Houston.[1]
Personal life
Dickey wedded Mary Messer of New London, New Hampshire in 1862. He married Maria Watier, a native of Montreal. His third wife was Georgia Dickey. From these three marriages, he had a total of eight children. His eldest son practiced architecture with him.[1]
References
- Fox, Stephen. "Dickey, George E." Handbook of Texas Online. Texas State Historical Association. Retrieved September 10, 2020.
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