Nash-Hooper House facts for kids
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Nash-Hooper House
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U.S. Historic district
Contributing property |
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Nash-Hooper House, September 2019
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 Location in North Carolina
Location in the United States
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| Location | 118 W. Tryon St., Hillsborough, North Carolina |
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| Area | 3 acres (1.2 ha) |
| Built | 1782 |
| NRHP reference No. | 71000610 |
Quick facts for kids Significant dates |
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| Added to NRHP | November 11, 1971 |
| Designated NHL | November 11, 1971 |
The Nash-Hooper House is a very old and important home in Hillsborough, North Carolina. It is also called the William Hooper House. This historic house was built way back in 1772. It was first owned by Francis Nash, a general during the American Revolutionary War. Later, from 1782 to 1790, it was the home of William Hooper. He was a very important person who signed the United States Declaration of Independence.
This house is the only known home of William Hooper that is still standing today. Because of its history, it was named a National Historic Landmark in 1971. The Nash-Hooper House is part of the Hillsborough Historic District. It is a private home, so it is not usually open for people to visit.
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About the Nash-Hooper House
The Nash-Hooper House is in the center of Hillsborough. It sits on the north side of West Tryon Street. This street is a quiet, tree-lined road near the town's main area.
What the House Looks Like
The house is a two-and-a-half-story building. It is made of wood and has a pointed roof. The outside walls are covered with horizontal wooden boards called clapboard siding. The house sits on a tall stone foundation. At the back, there is a one-story addition. A porch runs across the front of the house. This porch was likely added in the 1800s. Inside, many parts of the house are still original. This includes wide pine floors and the decorative frames around some fireplaces.
Who Lived Here?
The Nash-Hooper House has been home to several important people.
Francis Nash: A Revolutionary War Hero
The house was built in 1772 by Francis Nash. He was a politician and a general in the Continental Army. This was the army that fought for America's freedom during the Revolutionary War. General Nash sadly died in 1777 during the Battle of Germantown.
William Hooper: A Signer of the Declaration
After General Nash passed away, William Hooper bought the house in 1782. William Hooper was one of the people from North Carolina who signed the United States Declaration of Independence. This document declared America's freedom from Great Britain. Hooper lived in this house until he died in 1790. He was first buried in the garden on the east side of the house. Later, in 1894, his remains were moved to Guilford Courthouse.
Other Famous Residents
Another well-known person who lived in the house was William Alexander Graham. He served as a Governor of North Carolina.
