About this property
Wells-Schaff House, also known as "Welkin," is a historic home located at Sistersville, Tyler County, West Virginia. It was built in 1832, and is a two-story, Federal-style brick residence. It features a one-story front porch with Doric order columns added about 1896.
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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 86000054. It was listed on January 7, 1986.
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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 Wells-Schaff House listed on the National Register?
Wells-Schaff House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 7, 1986.
What type of historic resource is Wells-Schaff House?
Wells-Schaff House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Wells-Schaff House?
The period of significance for Wells-Schaff House is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1832.
Can I research the history near Wells-Schaff House?
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