National Historic Landmark

Gonzalez-Alvarez House

St. Augustine, St. Johns County, Florida
Listed
April 14, 1970
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
70000845

About this property

The González–Álvarez House, also known as The Oldest House, is a historic house museum at 14 St. Francis Street in St. Augustine, Florida. With a construction history dating to about 1723, it is believed to be the oldest surviving house in St. Augustine. It is also an important example of St. Augustine's Spanish colonial architectural style, with later modifications by English owners. It was designated a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1970. The house is now owned by the St. Augustine Historical Society and is open for public tours as part of the Oldest House Museum Complex. Evidence can be seen of the Spanish, British, and American occupations of St. Augustine.

Location

14 St. Francis St.
St. Augustine, St. Johns County, Florida
29.88819, -81.30987

Categories

ARCHITECTURE
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Gonzalez-Alvarez House listed on the National Register?

Gonzalez-Alvarez House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 14, 1970.

What type of historic resource is Gonzalez-Alvarez House?

Gonzalez-Alvarez House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is Gonzalez-Alvarez House a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Gonzalez-Alvarez House has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for Gonzalez-Alvarez House?

The period of significance for Gonzalez-Alvarez House is recorded as the industrial era.

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