Passavant House
National Register of Historic Places

Passavant House

Zelienople, Butler County, Pennsylvania
Listed
April 10, 1977
Type
Building
Period
Early Republic
Ref No.
77001133

About this property

The Passavant House is an historic home that is located at 243 S. Main St. in Zelienople, Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States. Built in 1808, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977 because it was the boyhood home of Rev. William Passavant. The oldest structure in Zelienople, the Passavant House now serves as a museum, library, and headquarters for the Zelienople Historical Society, which offers tours upon request. The interior features a large collection of furniture, clothing, personal and household items, particularly of the Passavant family, dating back to the early 1800s. The building's name reflects the Passavant family, the most famous of whom was Rev. William A. Passavant (1821–1894), who was born in the house and became nationally known for his charitable works on behalf of the Lutheran community in the United States. The simple 2+1⁄2-story, three-bay by two-bay, brick dwelling sits on a sandstone foundation. Built in 1808, a two-story frame addition was added to the rear circa 1820. A two-story bay window and porch were added in 1915.

Location

243 S. Main St.
Zelienople, Butler County, Pennsylvania
40.79302, -80.13665

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Sources

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When was Passavant House listed on the National Register?

Passavant House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 10, 1977.

What type of historic resource is Passavant House?

Passavant House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Passavant House?

The period of significance for Passavant House is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1808.

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