National Register of Historic Places

Blue, John, House

Laurinburg, Scotland County, North Carolina
Listed
December 8, 1978
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
78003192

About this property

John Blue House in Laurinburg, North Carolina was built in 1895. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in 1978. A unique example of Steamboat Gothic architecture, the John Blue House provides a glimpse into the past of the rural Carolinas. The home features 12 exterior doors, each with its own stained glass light above. The house has nine fireplaces and rare double circular porches. The surrounding grounds include a grove of pecan trees and a collection of structures that tell the story of a different time in the region. These structures include, three authentic log cabins, a restored pre-Civil War cotton gin, and a restored country store. The grounds are always open and are used to host numerous festivals throughout the year; most notably the Storytelling Festival of Carolina, the Scotland County Highland Games and the John Blue Cotton Festival. John Blue Cotton Festival -- The John Blue Cotton Festival is held the second weekend of October. It traditionally draws over 10,000 visitors. This "old timey" event features crafts, antique collections, "hit and miss" engines, entertainment, food, and demonstrations of 19th century games and farming practices.

Location

Laurinburg, Scotland County, North Carolina
34.75738, -79.49867

Categories

INDUSTRYAGRICULTUREARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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When was Blue, John, House listed on the National Register?

Blue, John, House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 8, 1978.

What type of historic resource is Blue, John, House?

Blue, John, House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Blue, John, House?

The period of significance for Blue, John, House is recorded as the industrial era.

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