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Powderly, Terence V., House

Powderly, Terence V., House is a historic place in Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, 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 66000667.

Scranton, Lackawanna County, PennsylvaniaListed October 15, 1966NRIS #66000667★ National Historic Landmark
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What is Powderly, Terence V., House?

The Terence V. Powderly House is a historic house at 614 North Main Avenue in Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States. It was the home of Terence V. Powderly (1849-1924) from his early life until 1921. During this time he led the Knights of Labor, an early but unsuccessful attempt to establish a broad-based labor union. He also served as mayor of Scranton for several terms. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1966. It has remained a private residence and is not open to the public.

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Listing details

Name
Powderly, Terence V., House
City
Scranton
County
Lackawanna County
Listed on the National Register
October 15, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000667
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
41.41838, -75.67463
When was Powderly, Terence V., House listed on the National Register?

Powderly, Terence V., House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.

Where is Powderly, Terence V., House located?

Powderly, Terence V., House is located in Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania at approximately 41.41838, -75.67463. See the map above.

Is Powderly, Terence V., House a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Powderly, Terence V., House is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.