About this property
Herbert House is a historic plantation home located at Hampton, Virginia. It was built in 1753 on the point of land where the Hampton River meets Sunset Creek near Hampton Roads, and is a two-story, U-shaped, brick and frame Georgian style dwelling. It has a two-level front porch with the second story enclosed. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. By the late 20th century the farmland surrounding the house had been developed as a marina and townhomes and the long vacant house was in danger of collapse.
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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 72001504. It was listed on February 23, 1972.
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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 Herbert House listed on the National Register?
Herbert House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 23, 1972.
What type of historic resource is Herbert House?
Herbert House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Herbert House?
The period of significance for Herbert House is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1753.
Can I research the history near Herbert House?
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