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Gunston Hall

Gunston Hall is a historic place in Mason Neck, Fairfax County, Virginia, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000832.

Mason Neck, Fairfax County, VirginiaListed October 15, 1966NRIS #66000832★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Gunston Hall?

Gunston Hall is an 18th-century Georgian mansion near the Potomac River in Mason Neck, Virginia, United States. Built between 1755 and 1759 by George Mason, a Founding Father, to be the main residence and headquarters of a 5,500-acre (22 km2) slave plantation. The home is located not far from George Washington's home.

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The record

Listing details

Name
Gunston Hall
City
Mason Neck
County
Fairfax County
State
Virginia
Listed on the National Register
October 15, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000832
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
38.66437, -77.16272
When was Gunston Hall listed on the National Register?

Gunston Hall was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.

Where is Gunston Hall located?

Gunston Hall is located in Mason Neck, Fairfax County, Virginia at approximately 38.66437, -77.16272. See the map above.

Is Gunston Hall a National Historic Landmark?

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

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