About this property
Hillside, also known as Little Elmington, is a 1½ story brick house near Charles Town, West Virginia dating to circa 1798–1800. The house possesses a striking two-story gallery supported by five large round columns. The property includes a rubblestone barn and spring house.
Location
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 85003521. It was listed on December 12, 1985.
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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 Hillside listed on the National Register?
Hillside was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 12, 1985.
What type of historic resource is Hillside?
Hillside is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Hillside?
The period of significance for Hillside is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1798.
Can I research the history near Hillside?
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