Gospel Hill Historic District

521 E Beverley St

J.C.M. Merrillat House, 1851

Not recordedContributes to the historic character of the district

1851
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From the National Register nomination

board and batten; 2 stories; complex gable roof with projecting central gable and 4 gabled dormers; 4 bays; l-story entrance porch below central gable. Gothic Revival. Elaborate finials and bargeboard in gable ends and dormers. Entrance in center bay. Fenestration is varied. Detached garage has much of same detailing. This house was built for (and by) Dr. J.C.M. Merrillat who was superintendent at Virginia School for Deaf and Blind for many years. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places (9/16/82).

People

  • Dr. J.C.M. Merrillat owner in 1851 (built for (and by))

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