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Heyward-Washington House

Heyward-Washington House is a historic place in Charleston, Charleston County, South Carolina, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on April 15, 1970, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 70000576.

Charleston, Charleston County, South CarolinaListed April 15, 1970NRIS #70000576★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Heyward-Washington House?

The Heyward-Washington House is a historic house museum at 87 Church Street in Charleston, South Carolina. Built in 1772, it was home to Thomas Heyward, Jr., a signer of the United States Declaration of Independence, and was where George Washington stayed during his 1791 visit to the city. It is now owned and operated by the Charleston Museum. Furnished for the late 18th century, the house includes a collection of Charleston-made furniture. Other structures include the carriage shed and 1740s kitchen building.

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The record

Listing details

Name
Heyward-Washington House
City
Charleston
County
Charleston County
State
South Carolina
Listed on the National Register
April 15, 1970
NRIS reference number
70000576
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
32.77589, -79.92929
When was Heyward-Washington House listed on the National Register?

Heyward-Washington House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on April 15, 1970.

Where is Heyward-Washington House located?

Heyward-Washington House is located in Charleston, Charleston County, South Carolina at approximately 32.77589, -79.92929. See the map above.

Is Heyward-Washington House a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Heyward-Washington House is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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