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Elias Hinshaw House
U.S. Historic district
Contributing property
Elias Hinshaw House.jpg
Front of the house
Elias Hinshaw House is located in Indiana
Elias Hinshaw House
Location in Indiana
Elias Hinshaw House is located in the United States
Elias Hinshaw House
Location in the United States
Location 16 W. Main St., Knightstown, Indiana
Area Less than 1 acre (0.40 ha)
Built 1883
Architectural style Second Empire
NRHP reference No. 84001045
Added to NRHP May 3, 1984

The Elias Hinshaw House is a special old home in Knightstown, Indiana. You can find it at 16 West Main Street. This house is important because of its unique style and history. It was built a long time ago, in 1883.

What Makes the House Special?

The Elias Hinshaw House has a very interesting design. It was built in a style called Italian Villa. This style often includes towers and fancy details.

Key Features of the House

  • Tall Tower: The most noticeable part of the house is its four-story tower right in the middle. It makes the house stand out!
  • Strong Structure: The house is made of brick and has two stories. It also sits on a raised basement, which means it looks like it's built on a small hill.

A Historic Landmark

The Elias Hinshaw House is recognized as an important historical building.

National Register of Historic Places

In 1984, the house was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a list of places in the United States that are important to history. Being on this list helps protect the house and its history.

Part of a Historic Area

The house is also located within the Knightstown Historic District. This means it's part of a larger area in Knightstown that has many other historic buildings.

Learn More

  • You can find more information about historic places in Henry County, Indiana, on the National Register website: National Register of Historic Places for Henry County.
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