Monroe Law Office
National Historic Landmark

Monroe Law Office

Fredericksburg (Independent City), Fredericksburg County, Virginia
Listed
November 13, 1966
Type
Building
Period
Early Republic
Ref No.
66000917

About this property

The James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library is a historic museum at 908 Charles Street in Fredericksburg, Virginia. It is located on the site of the James Monroe Law Office, used by future United States President James Monroe from 1786 to 1789. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1966. It is now owned by the Commonwealth of Virginia and operated by the University of Mary Washington. The museum features original objects and memorabilia related to James Monroe, and includes items relating to other members of his family, including dresses worn by First Lady Elizabeth Monroe.

Location

908 Charles St.
Fredericksburg (Independent City), Fredericksburg County, Virginia
38.30246, -77.46164

Categories

LAWPOLITICS/GOVERNMENT
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Monroe Law Office listed on the National Register?

Monroe Law Office was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 13, 1966.

What type of historic resource is Monroe Law Office?

Monroe Law Office is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is Monroe Law Office a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Monroe Law Office 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 Monroe Law Office?

The period of significance for Monroe Law Office is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1786.

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