Seth E. Ward Homestead
Seth E. Ward Homestead, Historic residence in Country Club District, Kansas City, United States
Description
The Seth E. Ward Homestead is a two-story brick building with Greek Revival style elements located in the Country Club District of Kansas City. A wide front porch on the ground floor is the main architectural feature, and the property sits on roughly one acre of land.
History
The property was acquired in 1858 and the house was built in 1871, later becoming strategically important during the Civil War era. Its location made it significant during military actions in the region.
Culture
The house shows how prosperous families in the 1800s lived and decorated their homes in European styles. The building reflects the family's wealth and their connections through trade and settlement.
Practical
The house is located on West 55th Street in Kansas City and sits on spacious grounds that can be explored on foot. Visitors should note that the original architecture is visible from outside, and the surrounding area holds historical importance.
Did you know?
The land around the property still holds traces of Civil War battlefields where thousands of soldiers fought. This connection to military history makes the site more than just a 19th-century home.
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