National Register of Historic Places
Watson, Elkanah, House
Watson, Elkanah, House is a historic place in Port Kent, Essex County, New York, 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 66000518.
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Watson, Elkanah, House
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About this place
What is Watson, Elkanah, House?
The Elkanah Watson House is a historic house at Lake and South Streets in Port Kent, New York. Built in 1828, it was the home of Elkanah Watson (1758–1842), a businessman and diplomat best known for founding and promoting the idea of agricultural fairs. This house, still a private residence, was his home until his death. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1964.
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Listing details
- Name
- Watson, Elkanah, House
- City
- Port Kent
- County
- Essex County
- State
- New York
- Listed on the National Register
- October 15, 1966
- NRIS reference number
- 66000518
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 44.52492, -73.40530
When was Watson, Elkanah, House listed on the National Register?
Watson, Elkanah, House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.
Where is Watson, Elkanah, House located?
Watson, Elkanah, House is located in Port Kent, Essex County, New York at approximately 44.52492, -73.40530. See the map above.
Is Watson, Elkanah, House a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Watson, Elkanah, House is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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