Riley House - Harpers Ferry, WV - Pre-Victorian Historic Homes on Waymarking.com

Long Description:
The plaque says, "Built in 1826 as a private residence, this Federal style house was acquired by the War Department in 1837 and became U.S. Armory Dwelling No. 55. Jefferson Davis signed the deed in 1852 when the government sold the home to Armory worker James Hills. B&O Railroad engineer C.E. Riley's granddaughter, descendant of local Confederate Partisan Ranger Jim Riley (Virginia Cavalry, is the current owner and resident."

Earliest Recorded Date of Construction: 1/1/1837 Architectural Period/Style: Federal Style Type of Building e.g. Country House, Stately Home, Manor: Manor Interesting Historical Facts or Connections: Built in 1826 as a private residence, this Federal style house was acquired by the War Department in 1837 and became U.S. Armory Dwelling No. 55. Jefferson Davis signed the deed in 1852 when the government sold the home to Armory worker James Hills. B&O Railroad engineer C.E. Riley's granddaughter, descendant of local Confederate Partisan Ranger Jim Riley (Virginia Cavalry, is the current owner and resident. Main Material of Construction: Brick Private/Public Access: Private Admission Fee (if applicable): 0.00 (listed in local currency) Rating: Additional Dates of Construction: Not listed Architect (if known): Not listed Landscape Designer (if known): Not listed Listed Building Status (if applicable): Not listed Opening Hours (if applicable): Not listed Related Website: Not listed

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