Edwin James Lewis

Background

Lewis, Edwin James was born on May 1, 1859 in Roxbury, Massachusetts, United States. Son of Edwin James and Sarah Avery (Richards) Lewis.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Massachusetts Institute Technology, 1881. Unmarried. In office of Peabody & Stearns, Boston, until 1887, then practiced alone. Specializes in rural dwellings and churches

Has designed about 35 churches in the United States and Canada.

Career

Lecturer on historical and ecclesiastical topics. Active worker in municipal reform.

Achievements

• Edwin James Lewis has been listed as a notable architect by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Fellow) The American Institute of Architects. Member Boston Society of Architects (secretary 10 years).

Connections

Father:

Edwin James Lewis

Mother:

Sarah Avery (Richards) Lewis