National Register of Historic Places

Kidder, Zephaniah, House

Epworth, Dubuque County, Iowa
Listed
November 14, 1978
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
78001218

About this property

The Zephaniah Kidder House is a historic building located in Epworth, Iowa, United States. A Maine native, Kidder settled in Iowa in 1853 after spending time in California. He was one of three men who established the town of Epworth on their land holdings in 1855. Kidder was also instrumental in founding the Epworth Seminary, and was involved in a variety of business ventures. Kidder was involved in the construction of this house, completed in 1868. It is a 2½-story structure built of locally produced brick. The house features a symmetrical plan, side gable roof, bracketed eaves, and two interior brick chimneys. The main facade is three bays wide, with protruding bay windows on the first floor, and the main entrance has sidelights and transom that is covered by a flat-roofed porch. The second floor has windows with keystone drip moldings. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.

Location

206 1st Ave NE
Epworth, Dubuque County, Iowa
42.44635, -90.92888

Categories

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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 Kidder, Zephaniah, House listed on the National Register?

Kidder, Zephaniah, House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 14, 1978.

What type of historic resource is Kidder, Zephaniah, House?

Kidder, Zephaniah, House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Kidder, Zephaniah, House?

The period of significance for Kidder, Zephaniah, House is recorded as the industrial era.

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