Background
Samuel E. Gideom was born in 1875 in Louisville, Kentucky, United States.
Samuel E. Gideom was born in 1875 in Louisville, Kentucky, United States.
received a formal education at Harvard University. Later he prepared for a professional career in study at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris, France.
Though he practiced for a short time only, his works during that period included several public buildings and residences in Kentucky and Texas.
Better known as an educator, in 1913 Mr. Gideon joined the faculty of the University of Texas at Austin, serving as Professor of Architectural Research and Architectural History. He was also a recognized writer, lecturer, and collector of art lore in the Southwest.
He was a member of the Laguna Beach Art Association.