Hunt–Morgan House facts for kids
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Hunt–Morgan House
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U.S. Historic district
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 Location in Kentucky
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| Location | 201 N. Mill Street., Lexington, Kentucky |
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| Built | 1814 |
| Architectural style | Federal style |
| Part of | Gratz Park Historic District (ID73000796) |
| Added to NRHP | March 14, 1973 |
The Hunt–Morgan House, also known as Hopemont, is a beautiful old house in Lexington, Kentucky. It was built in 1814 in the Federal style. This means it has a classic, balanced look. The house was built by John Wesley Hunt, who became the first millionaire living west of the Allegheny Mountains. Today, the house is part of the Gratz Park Historic District, a special area with many historic buildings. You can also find the Alexander T. Hunt Civil War Museum on the second floor of the house.
This historic home was also where Thomas Hunt Morgan was born in 1866. He was John Wesley Hunt's great-grandson. Thomas Hunt Morgan later became the first person from Kentucky to win the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his amazing work in science!
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A Look at the House's Design
The Hunt–Morgan House has many interesting design features. One of the most famous is its Palladian window. This is a large, fancy window with a main arch and smaller windows on the sides. It also has fan-shaped and side windows that let in lots of light. These details make the front of the house look very grand and elegant.
Saving a Piece of History
In 1955, this important house was almost torn down! Luckily, a group called the Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation was formed. Their main goal was to save the Hunt–Morgan House. They worked hard to restore the home. They made it look just like it did when it was first built in the Federal style. Thanks to them, we can still visit and enjoy this historic place today.
Where to Find the Hunt–Morgan House
The Hunt–Morgan House is located at 201 N. Mill Street. It sits right on the corner of Mill and Second Streets. You can find it in the lovely Gratz Park area of Lexington, Kentucky. It's a great place to visit and learn about Kentucky's past.
See Also
External Links
- Learn more about Hopemont
- Hunt–Morgan House at National Park Service
