About this property
Peyton House, also known as Waverly, in Raymond, Mississippi, in central Hinds County, was built during 1831–34. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. The house was built by, and is significant for its association with, John B. Peyton (1797-1868), an early surveyor and settler of central Mississippi.
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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 73001016. It was listed on October 2, 1973.
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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 Peyton House listed on the National Register?
Peyton House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 2, 1973.
What type of historic resource is Peyton House?
Peyton House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Peyton House?
The period of significance for Peyton House is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1797.
Can I research the history near Peyton House?
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