National Historic Landmark

Hill, James J., House

St. Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota
Listed
October 14, 1966
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
66000405

About this property

The James J. Hill House is the former mansion of railroad magnate James J. Hill, today operated as a museum home. It is located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, towards the eastern end of Summit Avenue near the Cathedral of Saint Paul. Completed in 1891, the house has 36,000 square feet (3,300 m2) of living area and 44,552 square feet (4,139.0 m2) of total space. During Hill's lifetime it was regarded as the "showcase of St. Paul". It is listed as a U.S. National Historic Landmark, operated by the Minnesota Historical Society. It is also a contributing property to the Historic Hill District.

Location

240 Summit Ave.
St. Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota
44.94505, -93.10902

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Sources

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

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Questions about this property

When was Hill, James J., House listed on the National Register?

Hill, James J., House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 14, 1966.

What type of historic resource is Hill, James J., House?

Hill, James J., House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is Hill, James J., House a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Hill, James J., 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 Hill, James J., House?

The period of significance for Hill, James J., House is recorded as the industrial era.

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