Booth House - New Castle, Delaware
Posted by: BruceS
N 39° 39.585 W 075° 33.845
18S E 451612 N 4390145
Historic house in the New Castle Historic District in New Castle, Delaware.
Waymark Code: WMM1BF
Location: Delaware, United States
Date Posted: 07/01/2014
Views: 2
The Booth House at 212-216 Delaware Street was built in different stages with the original northern portion built circa 1730. The building is a brick, two-story, five-bay dwelling built in two stages. The house also has a two-story, two story, wood frame addition.
The house is named for the Booth family. Judge James Booth, Jr. was born in this house in 1789 and then lived in the house when he served as the Chief Justice. The house was conveniently located as the courthouse is directly across the street.
The house appears to be in excellent condition.
Earliest Recorded Date of Construction: 01/01/1730
Additional Dates of Construction: Unknown but at least two later dates
Architectural Period/Style: Colonial period
Type of Building e.g. Country House, Stately Home, Manor: Stately home
Interesting Historical Facts or Connections: Booth family lived in home including Chief Justice James Booth, Jr.
Listed Building Status (if applicable): Contributing building in National Historic Landmark District
Main Material of Construction: Brick
Private/Public Access: Private
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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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