Washington Place, Historic building in Romney, West Virginia, United States
Washington Place stands at the intersection of Cumberland Road and Mitchell Street, featuring a vernacular architectural design from the 19th century.
William and Annie Washington constructed this residence between 1863 and 1874 on land given by Susan Blue Parsons of Wappocomo plantation.
The construction marked a milestone as one of the first homes built by freed slaves following the Emancipation Proclamation in Hampshire County.
The building sits at coordinates 39°21'14"N 78°45'09"W, making it accessible via West Virginia Route 28 in the northern section of Romney.
William Washington became the first African-American land developer in West Virginia, establishing the adjacent Blacks Hill neighborhood.
Location: West Virginia
Inception: 1863
GPS coordinates: 39.35400,-78.75250
Latest update: March 6, 2025 07:08
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