Miller–Kite House

Miller–Kite House, also known as Kite House, is a historic home located at Elkton, Rockingham County, Virginia. It was built in 1827, and is a two-story, five bay, "L"-shaped brick I-house dwelling. It has a cross-gable roof with eaves decorated with sawnwork filigree. It is traditionally believed to have been the headquarters of General Stonewall Jackson during the time that the renowned Valley Campaign was planned in April 1862.[3] The house is a town landmark and museum operated by the Elkton Historical Society.

Miller–Kite House
Front and western side
Miller–Kite House is located in Virginia
Miller–Kite House
Miller–Kite House is located in the United States
Miller–Kite House
Location302 Rockingham St., Elkton, Virginia
Coordinates38°24′31″N 78°36′57″W
AreaLess than 1 acre (0.40 ha)
Built1827 (1827)
Built bySamuel Gibbons
Architectural styleModified I-house
NRHP reference No.79003083[1]
VLR No.216-5063
Significant dates
Added to NRHPFebruary 1, 1979
Designated VLROctober 17, 1978[2]

It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.[1]

References

  1. "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. July 9, 2010.
  2. "Virginia Landmarks Register". Virginia Department of Historic Resources. Retrieved 5 June 2013.
  3. Virginia Historic Landmarks Commission Staff (August 1978). "National Register of Historic Places Inventory/Nomination: Miller–Kite House" (PDF). Virginia Department of Historic Resources. and Accompanying photo


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