National Register of Historic Places

Monroe Law Office

Monroe Law Office is a historic place in Fredericksburg (Independent City), Fredericksburg County, Virginia, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on November 13, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000917.

Fredericksburg (Independent City), Fredericksburg County, VirginiaListed November 13, 1966NRIS #66000917★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Monroe Law Office?

The James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library is a historic museum at 908 Charles Street in Fredericksburg, Virginia. It is located on the site of the James Monroe Law Office, used by future United States President James Monroe from 1786 to 1789. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1966. It is now owned by the Commonwealth of Virginia and operated by the University of Mary Washington. The museum features original objects and memorabilia related to James Monroe, and includes items relating to other members of his family, including dresses worn by First Lady Elizabeth Monroe.

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Listing details

Name
Monroe Law Office
City
Fredericksburg (Independent City)
County
Fredericksburg County
Listed on the National Register
November 13, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000917
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
38.30246, -77.46164
When was Monroe Law Office listed on the National Register?

Monroe Law Office was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 13, 1966.

Where is Monroe Law Office located?

Monroe Law Office is located in Fredericksburg (Independent City), Fredericksburg County, Virginia at approximately 38.30246, -77.46164. See the map above.

Is Monroe Law Office a National Historic Landmark?

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