National Register of Historic Places

Green Falls

Bowling Green, Caroline County, Virginia
Listed
May 22, 1997
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
97000485

About this property

Green Falls, also known as Johnston's Tavern, Turner's Store, Wright's Corner (Fork), and Dolly Wright's Corner, is a historic home located at Bowling Green, Caroline County, Virginia. It is believed to have been built about 1710 and dating to the Colonial period. The frame dwelling consists of a two-story, three-bay, single pile, central block flanked by one-story wings. It is considered by some historians to be the earliest surviving 18th century frame dwelling in Caroline County. The building housed a tavern in the 18th century, a store in the mid-19th century, and a post office from 1831 to 1859. It features massive brick exterior end chimneys. Also on the property is a contributing 18th century meat house, late-19th century carriage house, and early-20th century barn. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1997.

Location

Bowling Green, Caroline County, Virginia
37.96009, -77.30801

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Sources

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When was Green Falls listed on the National Register?

Green Falls was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 22, 1997.

What type of historic resource is Green Falls?

Green Falls is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Green Falls?

The period of significance for Green Falls is recorded as the industrial era.

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