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Seneca County Courthouse Complex
“The Three Bears,” Ovid, (1845-1860)
seneca county,
village of ovid
improved
landmark status: Listed on the National Register, 1976.
threat: Underutilization and/or vacancy of historic public buildings.
The three adjacent Greek Revival style
buildings, with their distinctive porticos, have served as courthouse,
municipal offices and museum in this half-shire county (the other
seat is Waterloo, 17 miles to the north). Consolidation
and reduction in municipal services have resulted in excess
office space and the buildings face deterioration without
new uses. Affectionately known as the “Three Bears,” all
are in need of rehabilitation. A “save” requires
a realistic reuse and management plan that preserves the
buildings and enhances their downtown setting in this small
Finger Lakes village.
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