Wentworth-Gardner House - Portsmouth, New Hampshire - Pre-Victorian Historic Homes on Waymarking.com

"Erected in 1760,  the Wentworth-Gardner House is,  as  restored,  an exceptional example of  a late-Georgian New England frame dwelling.  From its  principal facade,  featuring a most unusual and rather successful imitation of stone,  to the extremely elaborate interiors which are said  to  have been worked over for some 14 months,  the house presents an unusually sophisticated example of architectural achievement of  this period.  The house was acquired by the Metropolitan Museum of Art with the intention of  removing it  to New York City.  When this proved impractical for one reason or another,  the house was  restored and ultimately opened to  the public by an association based in Portsmouth." - National Register Nomination

Earliest Recorded Date of Construction: 01/01/1760 Architectural Period/Style: Georgian Type of Building e.g. Country House, Stately Home, Manor: Stately home Interesting Historical Facts or Connections: Built in l760 by Mark Hunking Wentworth, affluent and influential merchant, as a wedding present for his son Thomas. Listed Building Status (if applicable): National Historic Landmark Main Material of Construction: Wood Private/Public Access: Public access - Museum Admission Fee (if applicable): 5.00 (listed in local currency) Opening Hours (if applicable): From: 12:00 PM To: 4:00 PM Related Website: [Web Link] Rating: Additional Dates of Construction: Not listed Architect (if known): Not listed Landscape Designer (if known): Not listed

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