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Beck House
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The house in 2012
Beck House (Sunbury, Pennsylvania) is located in Pennsylvania
Beck House (Sunbury, Pennsylvania)
Location in Pennsylvania
Beck House (Sunbury, Pennsylvania) is located in the United States
Beck House (Sunbury, Pennsylvania)
Location in the United States
Location 62 N. Front St., Sunbury, Pennsylvania
Area 1 acre (0.40 ha)
Built c. 1785, 1796
Built by Doudel, Jacob
NRHP reference No. 76001659
Added to NRHP January 11, 1976

The Beck House, also known as the Old Scott House, is a very old and special home in Sunbury, Pennsylvania. It's located in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. This historic house was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. This means it's officially recognized as an important historical site in the United States.

Discover the Historic Beck House

The Beck House was built in two main parts. The first part was constructed around 1785. The front section, which you see from the street, was added later in 1796.

A Look at Its Unique Design

The oldest part of the house is made from rough fieldstone. These are natural stones found in fields. This section has strong, large stones at its corners.

The front part of the house is also made of stone. It stands two stories tall. What makes it really cool is the stonework. You can see stones shaped like rectangles, diamonds, and circles. These shapes are carefully placed right into the walls, making a unique pattern.

Why Is the Beck House Important?

The Beck House is important because of its age and unique style. The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission first recognized its historical value in April 1975.

Soon after, in 1976, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This list includes buildings, sites, and objects that are important in American history. Being on this list helps protect the house and reminds us of the past.

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