John Weir House - Edwardsville, Illinois - Pre-Victorian Historic Homes on Waymarking.com

The Weir House was built in 1836 and is the second oldest house in Edwardsville with the Stephenson House built in 1820 being the oldest. The 2-½ story brick house was built in a Federal style and was based on "Philadelphia row house" plans brought to Edwardsville from the east coast by Dr. John Weir. The house has a side entry which was used for Dr. Weir's patients to enter his office which was also located in the house. The house remained in the Weir family for three generations until it was sold to Madison County Historical Society to use as a museum in 1963. The house is well maintained.

Earliest Recorded Date of Construction: 01/01/1836 Architectural Period/Style: Federal Type of Building e.g. Country House, Stately Home, Manor: Town house Interesting Historical Facts or Connections: House used as a doctors office as well as his residence. House used by three generations of one family and no others. Listed Building Status (if applicable): National Register of Historic Places Main Material of Construction: Brick Private/Public Access: Public Related Website: [Web Link] Rating: Additional Dates of Construction: Not listed Architect (if known): Not listed Landscape Designer (if known): Not listed Admission Fee (if applicable): Not Listed Opening Hours (if applicable): Not listed

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