Wells-Twyford House
About this property
Wells-Twyford House is a historic home located near Sistersville, Tyler County, West Virginia. It was built in 1854, and is a two-story, five-bay, I house plan dwelling with a rear ell and Greek Revival-style details. It has a gable roof and features a one-story, 26 foot long front porch.
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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 91000447. It was listed on April 28, 1991.
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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-Twyford House listed on the National Register?
Wells-Twyford House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 28, 1991.
What type of historic resource is Wells-Twyford House?
Wells-Twyford House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Wells-Twyford House?
The period of significance for Wells-Twyford House is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1854.
Can I research the history near Wells-Twyford House?
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