White Hall, building in Virginia, United States
White Hall is a brick residential building in Toano, Virginia, constructed around 1805 and situated on substantial land. The structure features two main floors with a rear staircase for privacy, plus a two-story wing added in 1935 that includes a kitchen and additional heated spaces.
The building was constructed around 1805 by William Geddy, a local craftsman who operated a blacksmith shop in Williamsburg. From 1833 to 1846 it belonged to the Lindsay family, then returned to the Geddy family and remains in their hands today.
The name White Hall refers to the white brick exterior that distinguished it from other homes of its era. The Geddy family, residing here since its construction, shaped it as a family dwelling and maintained its role as a private residence rather than a public gathering place.
The building is a private residence and not open for regular visits, though the exterior can be viewed from the road. Visitors should respect the private property and maintain appropriate distance from public thoroughfares.
The building retains approximately 95 percent of its original window glass, which is exceptionally rare and demonstrates preservation quality over two centuries. This uncommon integrity of windows makes it a special example of early 19th-century craftsmanship durability.
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