Purinton House, Neoclassical residence at University Avenue, Morgantown, United States.
The Purinton House features a large wraparound porch with Ionic columns, a balustraded roof deck, and a widow's walk at the top.
From 1905 until 1967, this residence served as the official home for presidents of West Virginia University, marking its institutional significance.
President William Howard Taft selected this location to deliver his World Wide Speech from the front porch on November 2, 1911.
The property occupies 0.3 acres of land and maintains its position at 1505 University Avenue in Morgantown, West Virginia.
The house combines both Classical Revival and Colonial Revival architectural elements in its 2.5-story masonry construction.
Location: Morgantown
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
GPS coordinates: 39.63472,-79.95556
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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