About this property
Lee House in Batesville, Mississippi was built in 1888. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. It was deemed significant as it is "the only Andrew Johnson residence in Batesville and is an excellent example of his ornamented L-shape cottage style." It is a one-story ornamented cottage with a three-bay gallery with an intricate balustrade.
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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 84002312. It was listed on April 8, 1984.
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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 Lee House listed on the National Register?
Lee House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 8, 1984.
What type of historic resource is Lee House?
Lee House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Lee House?
The period of significance for Lee House is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1888.
Can I research the history near Lee House?
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