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Rokeby

Rokeby is a historic place in Ferrisburg, Addison County, Vermont, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on June 20, 1974, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 74000201.

Ferrisburg, Addison County, VermontListed June 20, 1974NRIS #74000201★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Rokeby?

Rokeby Museum is a historic farm property and museum at 4334 United States Route 7 in Ferrisburgh, Vermont. The 90-acre (36 ha) property includes a 1780s farmstead, and eight agricultural outbuildings with permanent exhibits. Hiking trails cover more than 50 acres (20 ha) of the grounds. Rokeby is open from mid-May to mid-October each year. The property was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1997 for its association with Rowland T. Robinson, a Quaker and ardent abolitionist who openly sheltered escaped slaves at Rokeby as part of the Underground Railroad. Robinson's extensive correspondence is an essential archive giving insight into the practices of abolitionists and the operations of the railroad.

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The record

Listing details

Name
Rokeby
City
Ferrisburg
County
Addison County
State
Vermont
Listed on the National Register
June 20, 1974
NRIS reference number
74000201
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
44.22421, -73.23418
When was Rokeby listed on the National Register?

Rokeby was added to the National Register of Historic Places on June 20, 1974.

Where is Rokeby located?

Rokeby is located in Ferrisburg, Addison County, Vermont at approximately 44.22421, -73.23418. See the map above.

Is Rokeby a National Historic Landmark?

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

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