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Lindsay, Vachel, House

Lindsay, Vachel, House is a historic place in Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on November 11, 1971, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 71000297.

Springfield, Sangamon County, IllinoisListed November 11, 1971NRIS #71000297★ National Historic Landmark
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What is Lindsay, Vachel, House?

The Vachel Lindsay House is a historic house museum at 603 South 5th Street in Springfield, Illinois. Built in 1848, it was the birthplace and lifelong home of poet Vachel Lindsay (1879–1931). It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1971. The Illinois Historic Preservation Agency operates the house as a museum and offers tours of the home that emphasize Vachel Lindsay's poetry and art. It is open seasonally.

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Listing details

Name
Lindsay, Vachel, House
City
Springfield
County
Sangamon County
State
Illinois
Listed on the National Register
November 11, 1971
NRIS reference number
71000297
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
39.79588, -89.64983
When was Lindsay, Vachel, House listed on the National Register?

Lindsay, Vachel, House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 11, 1971.

Where is Lindsay, Vachel, House located?

Lindsay, Vachel, House is located in Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois at approximately 39.79588, -89.64983. See the map above.

Is Lindsay, Vachel, House a National Historic Landmark?

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

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