About this property
Prato Rio, also known as Hopewell, near Leetown, West Virginia, was the home of General Charles Lee of the Continental Army, for whom Leetown is named. Lee lived there from 1774 to his death in 1782.
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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 73001916. It was listed on April 10, 1973.
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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 Prato Rio listed on the National Register?
Prato Rio was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 10, 1973.
What type of historic resource is Prato Rio?
Prato Rio is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Prato Rio?
The period of significance for Prato Rio is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1774.
Can I research the history near Prato Rio?
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