National Register of Historic Places

Fancy Hill

Glasgow, Rockbridge County, Virginia
Listed
September 4, 1997
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
97000957

About this property

Fancy Hill is a historic home located near Glasgow, Rockbridge County, Virginia, United States. The house was built in two phases, the first about 1821 and the second about 1831. The result is a two-story, eight-bay, Federal-style brick dwelling. Front and back two-story porches and two small rooms at the back of the house were added circa the 1840s. A 1½-story brick wing was added in 1936, when the house was renovated and back porch enclosed. The property also includes the contributing large gabled two-story barn, equipment garage, and small shed. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1997. The home previously hosted a small Santa Claus museum that was toured during the winter holiday season, and is now privately owned.

Location

Glasgow, Rockbridge County, Virginia
37.69026, -79.48623

Categories

ARCHITECTURECOMMERCEAGRICULTUREEDUCATION
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When was Fancy Hill listed on the National Register?

Fancy Hill was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 4, 1997.

What type of historic resource is Fancy Hill?

Fancy Hill is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Fancy Hill?

The period of significance for Fancy Hill is recorded as the industrial era.

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