National Historic Landmark

Belmont

Falmouth, Stafford County, Virginia

Listed

October 14, 1966

Type

District

Period

Early Republic

Ref No.

66000848

About this property

Gari Melchers Home and Studio, also known as Belmont, is a National Historic Landmark and historic house museum at 224 Washington Street in Falmouth, Virginia. This much-altered 18th-century house was the home and studio of the popular American artist Gari Melchers (1860–1932) from 1916 until his death. It was given to the state of Virginia by his widow, and is now administered by the University of Mary Washington. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1965, commemorating Melchers' influential role in bringing American art to European attention.

Location

Falmouth, Stafford County, Virginia

38.32395, -77.47318

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Nearby Historic Sites

Carlton

Early Republic

0.2 mi

Falmouth Historic District

Listed

0.3 mi

Union Church and Cemetery

Questions about this property

When was Belmont listed on the National Register?

Belmont was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 14, 1966.

What type of historic resource is Belmont?

Belmont is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is Belmont a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Belmont has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for Belmont?

The period of significance for Belmont is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1860.

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