Justice Samuel Freeman Miller House facts for kids
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Justice Samuel Freeman Miller House
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 Location in Iowa
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| Location | 318 N. 5th St. Keokuk, Iowa |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1859 |
| Architectural style | Italianate |
| NRHP reference No. | 72000477 |
| Added to NRHP | October 10, 1972 |
The Justice Samuel Freeman Miller House is a special old building in Keokuk, Iowa, United States. Today, it's known as the Miller House Museum and is run by the Lee County Historical Society. This house is important because it was built for Samuel Freeman Miller, a very famous person. He was a doctor and a lawyer from Kentucky.
In 1862, President Abraham Lincoln chose Samuel Miller to join the United States Supreme Court. This was a big deal because he was the first person from west of the Mississippi River to be picked for the Supreme Court! He worked there for 28 years. Even though he only lived in this house for two years, he always thought of it as his true home.
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The Miller House: A Historic Home
The Miller House is a two-story building. It was built in 1859. It has a special style called Italianate. This style was popular in the mid-1800s.
What Makes the House Special?
The house is made of brick. It has a low, sloped roof. The roof has decorative brackets under the edges. These brackets are called "eaves."
Porch and Balcony Details
There's a porch on the main floor of the house. This porch also has brackets. Above the porch, on the second floor, there's a balcony. It's a great spot to look out from!
A Recognized Landmark
Because of its history and unique style, the house was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. This means it's officially recognized as an important historical site.
