Major William Smith House - Smithfield RI
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nomadwillie
N 41° 52.733 W 071° 30.070
19T E 292459 N 4639353
Located on Farnum Pike in an area that has developed into a commercial area, centered around the mills. Built 1703
Waymark Code: WMVQT7
Location: Rhode Island, United States
Date Posted: 05/19/2017
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At the junction with Esmond St. is (L) the Major William Smith House (visited by permission of Esmond Mills), a large two-and-a-half-story house, built early in 1703 by the Major, one of the first settlers in the village. His extensive landholdings included the site of the modern Esmond Mills. A rear ell of the old house is now used as a State Police Barracks. The main house, with gable roof and end chimneys, has a paneled door with side-lights, surmounted by an elliptical moulding.
Source: p.387 Rhode Island, A Guide to the Smallest State, 1937
Earliest Recorded Date of Construction: 01/01/1703
Architectural Period/Style: Georgian
Type of Building e.g. Country House, Stately Home, Manor:
County Home
Interesting Historical Facts or Connections:
Featured in American Guide Series for RI
Listed Building Status (if applicable): Excellent
Main Material of Construction: Wood
Private/Public Access: Private
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
Related Website: Not listed
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