Rugby Road-University Corner Historic District

29 University Cir

Kepner House, Ca. 1912-20

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1912–1920
18001850190019502000

From the National Register nomination

Detached dwelling. Georgian Revival. Ca. 1912-20. Terra-cotta block clad in smooth stucco; 2½ stories; raised basement; gable roof covered with early diamond-shaped composition shingles; 2 hipped front dormers; symmetrical 5-bay front; distyle, pedimented entry porch; modern 1-story wing on E end. This well-proportioned Georgian-type house served for nearly fifty years as the home of William A. Kepner, Professor of Biology at UVa.

City historic survey

People

  • William A. Kepner lived here (Professor of Biology at UVa; home for nearly fifty years)