Seth E. Ward Homestead, Historic residence in Country Club District, Kansas City, United States
The Seth E. Ward Homestead features a two-story brick structure with Greek Revival elements, including a full-width front verandah on the ground floor.
William Bent acquired the land in 1858 and built the house, which later became a strategic location during the Battle of Westport in 1864.
The property stands as evidence of 19th-century trading activities between Plains Indians and European settlers along the Santa Fe Trail in Missouri.
The residence, situated at 1032 West 55th Street, spans one acre of land and maintains its original architectural features from 1871.
The land surrounding the homestead contains remnants of Civil War battlefields, where over 3,000 casualties occurred during a major Union victory.
Location: Missouri
GPS coordinates: 39.02833,-94.60167
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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