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PHOTOS: Junior League of Buffalo Decorators' Show House

George Urban, Jr. Mansion opens April 26

exterior of The George Urban, Jr. Mansion, 280 Pine Ridge Road
Exterior of The George Urban, Jr. Mansion, 280 Pine Ridge Road
Susan Rose, WBEN

Cheektowaga, N.Y. (WBEN) This year's Decorators' Show House by the Junior League of Buffalo is the oldest residence ever renovated by the organization.

The George Urban Mansion on Pine Ridge Road, near Villa Maria College, was built in 1869.


It served as the residence of George Urban Jr., a renowned merchant, banker and entrepreneur.

It holds an important place in Buffalo history. It is the site where Grover Cleveland launched his presidential campaign in 1884. The house is more than 7 thousand square feet and includes an indoor swimming pool and sauna.

Thirty seven rooms in the home are getting makeovers by local designers and craftsmen.

"We've had some phenomenal homes over the years. This is no exception," said Junior League spokeswoman Megan Ortolani. After the Show House is over, the home will go up for sale.

Public and private tours will be held from April 26 to May 18. You can find ticket and tour information HERE.

Here is a photo gallery of the residence. The pictures were taken 10 days before the opening.

Front door to the George Urban MansionFront door to the George Urban MansionSusan Rose, WBEN

ParlorSusan Rose, WBEN

Living RoomLiving RoomSusan Rose, WBEN

Dining RoomSusan Rose, WBEN

Butler pantryButler pantrySusan Rose, WBEN

Kitchen with fireplaceKitchen with fireplaceSusan Rose, WBEN

Indoor pool and saunaIndoor pool and saunaSusan Rose, WBEN

Main staircase to second floorMain staircase to second floorSusan Rose, WBEN

2nd floor bedroom2nd floor bedroomTammy Davis, Colvin Draperies

Under the Sea kidsUnder the Sea kids' roomSusan Rose, WBEN

2nd floor bathroom, Cortese Construction2nd floor bathroom, Cortese Construction (in progress)Susan Rose, WBEN

3rd floor kitchen3rd floor kitchenSusan Rose, WBEN

Historical marker where Grover Cleveland launched his presidential campaignHistorical marker where Grover Cleveland launched his presidential campaignSusan Rose, WBEN

Side view of George Urban MansionSide view of George Urban MansionSusan Rose, WBEN

George Urban, Jr. Mansion opens April 26