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Webb, Joseph, House

Webb, Joseph, House is a historic place in Wethersfield, Hartford County, Connecticut, 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 66000885.

Wethersfield, Hartford County, ConnecticutListed October 15, 1966NRIS #66000885★ National Historic Landmark
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What is Webb, Joseph, House?

The Joseph Webb House is a historic Georgian-style house at 211 Main Street in Wethersfield, Connecticut. It was designated a National Historic Landmark for its significance as the location of the five-day military conference between George Washington and French commander Rochambeau in 1781 during the American Revolutionary War that preceded the Siege of Yorktown, the last major battle of the war. Washington lodged at the house of Joseph Webb on May 17, 1781 in Old Wethersfield. The Joseph Webb House is owned by the Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum and serves as its headquarters. The interior has been restored to an 18th-century appearance and the grounds feature a Colonial Revival garden and 19th-century barn in back.

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Listing details

Name
Webb, Joseph, House
City
Wethersfield
County
Hartford County
State
Connecticut
Listed on the National Register
October 15, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000885
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
41.71225, -72.65369
When was Webb, Joseph, House listed on the National Register?

Webb, Joseph, House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.

Where is Webb, Joseph, House located?

Webb, Joseph, House is located in Wethersfield, Hartford County, Connecticut at approximately 41.71225, -72.65369. See the map above.

Is Webb, Joseph, House a National Historic Landmark?

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

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