National Register of Historic Places
Vernon House
Vernon House is a historic place in Newport, Newport County, Rhode Island, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on November 24, 1968, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 68000005.
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Vernon House
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About this place
What is Vernon House?
The Vernon House is a historic house in Newport, Rhode Island built in 1758 for Metcalf Bowler. The house is an architecturally distinguished colonial-era house with a construction history probably dating back to the late 17th century, with alterations made in the 18th century, possibly by architect Peter Harrison. During the American Revolutionary War this house served as the headquarters of the Comte de Rochambeau, commander of the French forces stationed in Newport 1780–1783. The house was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1968.
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Listing details
- Name
- Vernon House
- City
- Newport
- County
- Newport County
- State
- Rhode Island
- Listed on the National Register
- November 24, 1968
- NRIS reference number
- 68000005
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 41.48854, -71.31324
When was Vernon House listed on the National Register?
Vernon House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 24, 1968.
Where is Vernon House located?
Vernon House is located in Newport, Newport County, Rhode Island at approximately 41.48854, -71.31324. See the map above.
Is Vernon House a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Vernon House is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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