About this property
The Van Dorn House is a historic hilltop residence in Port Gibson, Mississippi built circa 1830 for Peter Aaron Van Dorn and his wife. He was a lawyer from New Jersey who made his fortune in this area, having a practice, gaining political appointments, and becoming a cotton planter. This was the home for years for his large family in Port Gibson, including son Earl Van Dorn.
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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 71000446. It was listed on June 20, 1971.
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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 Van Dorn House listed on the National Register?
Van Dorn House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 20, 1971.
What type of historic resource is Van Dorn House?
Van Dorn House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Van Dorn House?
The period of significance for Van Dorn House is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1830.
Can I research the history near Van Dorn House?
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