National Register of Historic Places

Harper, John B., House

Palestine, Crawford County, Illinois
Listed
March 15, 2004
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
03001199

About this property

The John B. Harper House is a historic house located at 102 N. Lincoln St. in Palestine, Illinois, United States. The home was built circa 1833 and is one of the few remaining buildings from the early settlement of Palestine. The wood frame and brick house features a hall and parlor plan; frame extensions were later added to the back of the home. It was the home of John B. Harper, a blacksmith and farmer who also served as a Crawford County judge. The house was added to the National Register of Historic Places on March 15, 2004.

Location

102 N. Lincoln
Palestine, Crawford County, Illinois
39.00219, -87.61133

Categories

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Sources

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When was Harper, John B., House listed on the National Register?

Harper, John B., House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 15, 2004.

What type of historic resource is Harper, John B., House?

Harper, John B., House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Harper, John B., House?

The period of significance for Harper, John B., House is recorded as the industrial era.

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