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Sherman, John, Birthplace

Sherman, John, Birthplace is a historic place in Lancaster, Fairfield County, Ohio, 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 66000609.

Lancaster, Fairfield County, OhioListed October 15, 1966NRIS #66000609★ National Historic Landmark
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What is Sherman, John, Birthplace?

The John Sherman Birthplace is a historic house museum at 137 East Main Street in Lancaster, Ohio. Also known as the Sherman House Museum, it is notable as the childhood home of John Sherman (1823–1900), politician and statesman and his older brother, General William T. Sherman (1820–1891), Union Army. The museum is primarily devoted to the General. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1964, primarily for its association with John Sherman, namesake of the Sherman Antitrust Act. The museum is operated by the Fairfield Heritage Association, which offers tours seasonally.

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Listing details

Name
Sherman, John, Birthplace
City
Lancaster
County
Fairfield County
State
Ohio
Listed on the National Register
October 15, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000609
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
39.71387, -82.59521
When was Sherman, John, Birthplace listed on the National Register?

Sherman, John, Birthplace was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.

Where is Sherman, John, Birthplace located?

Sherman, John, Birthplace is located in Lancaster, Fairfield County, Ohio at approximately 39.71387, -82.59521. See the map above.

Is Sherman, John, Birthplace a National Historic Landmark?

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

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