About this property
Morgan's Grove is a rural historic district near Shepherdstown, West Virginia. The area is noted for its abundant springs. Several historic houses and farms are in the district, including: Old Stone House and springhouse, c. 1734, belonged to the original settler and family patriarch, Richard Morgan. Rosebrake , or Poplar Grove , built in 1745, with dependencies including a barn and outbuildings Falling Spring , c. 1831–1837, with dependencies.
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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 99000286. It was listed on March 19, 1999.
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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 Morgan's Grove listed on the National Register?
Morgan's Grove was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 19, 1999.
What type of historic resource is Morgan's Grove?
Morgan's Grove is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Morgan's Grove?
The period of significance for Morgan's Grove is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1734.
Can I research the history near Morgan's Grove?
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