The fire at the Hôtel Oloffson was confirmed on Monday, July 7, by its owner, Richard Auguste Morse. A photo showing the ruins of this century-old house went viral on social media over the weekend. Here is a look back at the history of a landmark of culture, memory, and mystery.
The building dates back to the 19th century. In the gingerbread Gothic style, it was adorned with turrets, balconies, wooden lacework, and surrounded by lush courtyards. The house was built by Démosthène Simon Sam, son of former Haitian
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