About this property
Carskadon House also known as the "Locust Grove" and "Radical Hill," is a historic home located near Burlington, Mineral County, West Virginia. It was built in 1821, and is a two-story rectangular, side-gabled brick dwelling in a vernacular Federal style. It sits on a granite foundation and has a two-story rear ell. It features a one-story, Greek Revival style entrance portico. Also on the property are a contributing granary, scale house and barn.
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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 87000487. It was listed on March 20, 1987.
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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 Carskadon House listed on the National Register?
Carskadon House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 20, 1987.
What type of historic resource is Carskadon House?
Carskadon House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Carskadon House?
The period of significance for Carskadon House is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1821.
Can I research the history near Carskadon House?
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