National Register of Historic Places

Davis-Beard House

Bristow, Prince William County, Virginia
Listed
November 9, 1989
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
89001794

About this property

Davis–Beard House, also known as Glee Hall and Davis House, is a historic home located at Bristow, Prince William County, Virginia. It was built after the American Civil War, and is a two-story, five-bay, frame dwelling with later additions. The rambling dwelling has a number of Late Victorian style decorative elements. It features a one-story wraparound porch, decorated gables, bay windows, and storefront. Also on the property are a contributing brick hip-roofed carriage house and a small lattice-covered frame privy. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1989.

Location

10726 Bristow Rd.
Bristow, Prince William County, Virginia
38.72341, -77.53720

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Sources

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Nearby Battles

Skirmish at Bristoe (April 1863)
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When was Davis-Beard House listed on the National Register?

Davis-Beard House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 9, 1989.

What type of historic resource is Davis-Beard House?

Davis-Beard House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Davis-Beard House?

The period of significance for Davis-Beard House is recorded as the industrial era.

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