National Register of Historic Places

Hazzard House

Milton, Sussex County, Delaware

Listed

July 1, 1973

Type

Building

Period

Early Republic

Ref No.

73000559

About this property

Hazzard House is a historic home located at Milton, Sussex County, Delaware. The original section dates to the 18th century, and is a two-story, three-bay, single pile dwelling, of timber-frame construction on a brick foundation. It was expanded in the first half of the 19th century with a two-room, double pile addition. It features a large verandah. It was the home of Delaware Governor David Hazzard (1781-1864). It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. It is located in the Milton Historic District.

Location

327 Union St.

Milton, Sussex County, Delaware

38.78206, -75.31242

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Nearby Historic Sites

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Questions about this property

When was Hazzard House listed on the National Register?

Hazzard House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 1, 1973.

What type of historic resource is Hazzard House?

Hazzard House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Hazzard House?

The period of significance for Hazzard House is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1781.

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