National Register of Historic Places
King, Edward, House
King, Edward, House is a historic place in Newport, Newport County, Rhode Island, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1970, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 70000024.
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King, Edward, House
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About this place
What is King, Edward, House?
The Edward King House, is a monumentally scaled residence at 35 King street in Newport, Rhode Island, United States. It was designed for Edward King in the "Italian Villa" style by Richard Upjohn and was built between 1845 and 1847, making it one of the earliest representations of the style. It was the largest and grandest house in Newport when it was built. Edward King was the largest landowner in town by 1860, having made his fortune through the China Trade.
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Listing details
- Name
- King, Edward, House
- City
- Newport
- County
- Newport County
- State
- Rhode Island
- Listed on the National Register
- October 15, 1970
- NRIS reference number
- 70000024
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 41.48209, -71.31086
When was King, Edward, House listed on the National Register?
King, Edward, House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1970.
Where is King, Edward, House located?
King, Edward, House is located in Newport, Newport County, Rhode Island at approximately 41.48209, -71.31086. See the map above.
Is King, Edward, House a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. King, Edward, House is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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