This stately brick home at Philippi, West Virginia is set against the rolling hills of Barbour County and was built in 1870. The mansion house has been restored with great attention to authenticity and features homemade brick and walnut woodwork throughout. The barn, which was built approximately 1850,
has also been restored and is open to the public on weekends during tour season. The house and land reflect the early history of West Virginia with the original owners engaged in farming. Emancipated slaves from the farm worked on the construction of the house. The surrounding area is rich in civil war history with the first land battle of the war fought in Philippi in June 1861.

Historic Tours are available for small or large groups from May 1 to December 31 on Wednesdays, Thursdays, most Saturdays 11-5 pm and on Sundays 1-5 pm. A history of the house is given along with a tour of the rooms and basement area. Tours require a $5.00 donation to the restoration and maintenance of the house and grounds. Guests can tour the house and barn on weekdays for $7.00. Barn tours are free on weekends. Bus tours are welcome. Parking is available at the house and barn. Restrooms are handicapped accessible.

Special Events The barn and gardens remain open to the public, but please note the Mansion House is closed to the public on the following days in 2008: Saturdays in July; Friday, August 1; Saturday, August 2; and Saturday, September 13.

Listed on the The National Register of Historic Places, the AAA Mid-Atlantic Tour Guide, the West Virginia Museums Directory, and the West Virginia Tourist Network.

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