Old Mulkey State Historic Site [KY]

Description

The Old Mulkey Meetinghouse, originally known as Mill Creek Baptist Church, was built in 1804 during a period of religious revival and is the second oldest log meetinghouse in the state of Kentucky. The meetinghouse was an important site during the "Great Awakening," and many people traveled for hours or even days to see popular dissenting preachers such as the builder of the meetinghouse, John Mulkey. In addition, many revolutionary war soldiers and pioneers, including Daniel Boone's sister, Hannah, were buried here.

The site offers a photo gallery containing six photographs, visitor information, and brief historical information about the church. To contact the park via email, use the "contact us" link located on the bottom of the webpage.

William Whitley House State Historic Site [KY]

Description

The William Whitley House was one of the first brick houses built west of the Appalachian Mountains. Built in 1794, the house was frequented by many famous early Kentuckians, including George Rogers Clark and Daniel Boone. In addition, the house was the site of the first circular racetrack built in Kentucky. Now, the house has been restored to its condition in the 18th century, and features a gift shop in addition to the historical attractions.

The site offers visitor information, limited historical information, a photo gallery with seven photographs, and an events calendar.

Transylvania County Historical Society [NC]

Description

The Transylvania County Historical Society was founded in 1987 in order to preserve the Allison-Deaver House. The society is also dedicated to preserving the history of Transylvania County.

The society offers occasional special events and guided tours of the Allison-Deaver house. The website offers visitor information, a brief history of the society, and a listing of upcoming events.

Allen County Museum [OH]

Description

The Allen County Museum includes the main museum building, presenting displays on local history; the 1893 Victorian MacDonell House; a log house; and the John H. Keller Railroad Archives and the Elizabeth M. MacDonell Memorial Library.

The museum offers exhibits, research library archives, educational tours for school groups, and in-class traveling trunk outreach presentations.

Woodley House [DC]

Description

Built in 1801, The Woodley House had a panoramic view of the fledgling American Capitol. The mansion would host a series of prominent Americans, including two presidents, two Secretaries of War, a Secretary of the Treasury, a Secretary of State, a Senator, a Judge, an admiral, and General George Patton. The Maret School purchased the home in 1950, and today serves as a historic house museum.

The home offers guided tours. The website offers visitor information and a brief history of the home.

Veraestau [IN]

Description

When Jesse Holman combined the Latin words for spring, summer, and fall to name his property Veraestau in 1810, he hoped winter would never touch his home. Set high above the Ohio River in Aurora, IN, the landmark home captures a long sweep of Indiana's architectural history and exemplifies the historic preservation practiced by generations of two families—the Holman/Hamilton clan and the O'Brien/Gibson family.

The home offers tours.

Morris-Butler House [IN]

Description

Visitors to the 1865 Morris-Butler House can immerse themselves in the Victorian era. Tours, events, and exhibits at the museum highlight architecture, decorative arts, and family life in the 19th century. From the formal parlor to the private living quarters, visitors can see how an upper-middle-class family and its servants lived in the Victorian era. Rare furnishings fill rooms adorned with stenciled ceilings and elaborate wallpaper and plasterwork. In addition to its architecture, the museum contains a collection of 19th-century sculptures, paintings, and lithographs from all over the world.

The house offers exhibits, tours, occasional living history events, and other educational and recreational events and programs.

Columbus Historical Preservation Trust and Museums [TX]

Description

The Columbus Historical Preservation Trust operates the 1886 Stafford Opera House and Museum, Dilue Rose Harris House Museum, Alley Log Cabin and Tool Museum, Tate-Senftenburg-Brandon House Museum, and the the Mary Elizabeth Hopkins Santa Claus Museum. The Dilue Harris house, Tate-Senftenburg-Brandon house, and Santa Claus museum are listed separately within this database. The opera house is Texas' largest flat-floored opera house in existence today.

The opera house offers dramatic performances and dinners. The trust also offers exhibits within its other museums, educational workshops, and seminars. Reservations are required for groups of seven or more who would like a historic house tour.

Smallwood State Park Retreat House [MD]

Description

Smallwood's Retreat is the 1760 home of General William Smallwood, the highest ranking Revolutionary War officer from Maryland and three-time governor. From this site, Smallwood operated a tobacco plantation, which at one point held 56 slaves and indentured servants, until his death in 1792. The interior is supplied with 18th-century furniture which matches the estate inventory.

The site offers period rooms and tours led by costumed interpreters. Tours are available April 27th through October seventh.