About this property
White House Farm is a historic home located at Kennedyville, Kent County, Maryland, United States. The oldest section of the 1+1⁄2-story stuccoed brick house was built in 1721. The house is located on an elevated site, within an informally landscaped yard which retains evidence of historic terracing.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 92000080. It was listed on March 12, 1992.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was White House Farm listed on the National Register?
White House Farm was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 12, 1992.
What type of historic resource is White House Farm?
White House Farm is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for White House Farm?
The period of significance for White House Farm is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1721.
Can I research the history near White House Farm?
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