National Register of Historic Places

Condit House

Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana
Listed
April 1, 1973
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
73000023

About this property

The Condit House is the Official Residence of the President of Indiana State University. Built in 1860 and bequeathed to the university in 1962, it is the oldest building on the campus. The home, an example of Italianate architecture, was the private home of the Right Reverend Blackford Condit and his family from 1862 until 1962. Condit's youngest daughter, Helen, donated the home to the university upon her death. In addition to its role as the Official Residence, it previously served as the University Alumni Center. The architect was Jabez Hedden and the contractor was Lucien Houriet. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.

Location

629 Mulberry St. on Indiana State University campus
Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana
39.46836, -87.40888

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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

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Nearby Battles

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0.1 mi
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When was Condit House listed on the National Register?

Condit House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 1, 1973.

What type of historic resource is Condit House?

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

What is the period of significance for Condit House?

The period of significance for Condit House is recorded as the industrial era.

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