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Semple, James, House

Semple, James, House is a historic place in Williamsburg (Independent City), Williamsburg County, Virginia, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on April 15, 1970, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 70000864.

Williamsburg (Independent City), Williamsburg County, VirginiaListed April 15, 1970NRIS #70000864★ National Historic Landmark
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What is Semple, James, House?

The James Semple House is a historic house on Francis Street in Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, Virginia. Built about 1770, it is a prominent early example of Classical Revival residential architecture, whose design has been attributed to Thomas Jefferson. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1970.

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Listing details

Name
Semple, James, House
City
Williamsburg (Independent City)
County
Williamsburg County
State
Virginia
Listed on the National Register
April 15, 1970
NRIS reference number
70000864
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
37.27006, -76.69281
When was Semple, James, House listed on the National Register?

Semple, James, House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on April 15, 1970.

Where is Semple, James, House located?

Semple, James, House is located in Williamsburg (Independent City), Williamsburg County, Virginia at approximately 37.27006, -76.69281. See the map above.

Is Semple, James, House a National Historic Landmark?

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

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