Gospel Hill Historic District

24 N Coalter St

Woodrow Wilson Birthplace, 1846

BrickContributes to the historic character of the district

1846
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From the National Register nomination

brick (Flemish bond); 2 stories; hip roof; 3 bays; single-story entrance porch supported by Tuscan columns and topped by pediment. Greek Revival. Rear of house features a 3-story portico with massive Tuscan columns and Chippendale inspired balustrade, Entrance in central bay with transom and sidelights. 6/6 lights. 2 interior endwall chimneys. This structure was built as the manse for the First Presbyterian Church of Staunton. Thomas Woodroow Wilson was born in this house in 1856, while his father was the minister of the church. A National Historic Landmark (7/19/64).

People

  • Thomas Woodroow Wilson owner in 1856 (born in this house)

Memories

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