About this property
The Clemence–Irons House (also known as the Edward Manton House ) is a historic house located in Johnston, Rhode Island. It was built by Richard Clemence in 1691 and is a rare surviving example of a "stone ender", a building type first developed in the western part of England and common in colonial Rhode Island. The house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and is a historic house museum owned and operated by Historic New England. It is open Saturdays between June and mid-October.
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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 73000068. It was listed on July 1, 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 Clemence-Irons House listed on the National Register?
Clemence-Irons House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 1, 1973.
What type of historic resource is Clemence-Irons House?
Clemence-Irons House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Clemence-Irons House?
The period of significance for Clemence-Irons House is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1691.
Can I research the history near Clemence-Irons House?
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