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Graceland

Graceland is a historic place in Elkins, Randolph County, West Virginia, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on September 17, 1970, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 70000666.

Elkins, Randolph County, West VirginiaListed September 17, 1970NRIS #70000666★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Graceland?

Graceland is a historic house on the campus of Davis & Elkins College in Elkins, West Virginia. It was the summer home of Henry Gassaway Davis, a United States senator from 1871–1883, and a major force in West Virginia's coal industry in the late 19th century. The mansion was completed in 1893. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is part of the National Historic Landmark Davis and Elkins Historic District. It is now the centerpiece of an inn, restaurant, and conference center.

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The record

Listing details

Name
Graceland
City
Elkins
County
Randolph County
State
West Virginia
Listed on the National Register
September 17, 1970
NRIS reference number
70000666
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
38.93070, -79.84883
When was Graceland listed on the National Register?

Graceland was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 17, 1970.

Where is Graceland located?

Graceland is located in Elkins, Randolph County, West Virginia at approximately 38.93070, -79.84883. See the map above.

Is Graceland a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Graceland is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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