Ellen Glasgow House, Greek Revival residence in Richmond, United States.
The three-story brick house features prominent Doric columns at the entrance and symmetrical design elements characteristic of Greek Revival architecture.
Built in 1841 for tobacco manufacturer David Branch, the house became the residence of author Ellen Glasgow from 1887 until her death in 1945.
The house contains Glasgow's writing room on the second floor, where she composed novels about Virginia society, including her Pulitzer Prize-winning work.
Located at 1 West Main Street in Richmond, the exterior of this National Historic Landmark remains visible from public streets.
The property maintains its original century-old wallpaper in the writing room and contains an authentic gas-lit crystal chandelier from the construction period.
Location: Virginia
Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 37.54280,-77.44500
Latest update: March 6, 2025 00:50
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