Historic Shrines of America
Being the Story of One Hundred and Twenty Historic Buildings and the Pioneers Who Made Them NotableBy John T. Faris
Length11h 4m
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In "Historic Shrines of America," John T. Faris embarks on a compelling journey through the nation's rich tapestry of historical landmarks. With an engaging narrative style, Faris richly details the architectural, cultural, and social significance of various shrines, infusing his writing with vivid imagery and meticulous research. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, the book serves as both a tribute to these sacred sites and a critique of the evolving American identity, exploring how these shrines symbolize collective memory and heritage. John T. Faris, a noted American writer and historian, devoted his career to chronicling the nation'Äôs historical narratives and ethos. His extensive travels and keen interest in preserving American culture fueled his desire to write this enlightening volume. Faris' background as an editor and his affiliations with historical societies provided him with invaluable insights into the importance of these shrines, further underscoring his passion for the subject matter. "Historic Shrines of America" is recommended for readers interested in American history, architecture, and heritage. Faris' eloquent prose and profound insights not only illuminate the significance of these sites but also invite readers to reflect on their own connections to America's past. This book is both an informative guide and an inspiring call to appreciate the historic landscapes that shape our national identity.
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GenreHistory
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Publish dateApr 26, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE OLD STATE HOUSE, BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS
48HISTORIC LANDMARKS AT NEW CASTLE, DELAWARE
2PAUL REVERE'S HOUSE, BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS
49THE RIDGELY HOUSE, DOVER, DELAWARE
3FANEUIL HALL, BOSTON
50REHOBOTH CHURCH ON THE POCOMOKE, MARYLAND
4THREE HISTORIC CHURCHES OF BOSTON
51DOUGHOREGAN MANOR, NEAR ELLICOTT CITY, MARYLAND
5ELMWOOD, CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS
52THE UPTON SCOTT HOUSE, ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND
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6THE CRAIGIE HOUSE, CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS
53THE CAPITOL AT WASHINGTON
7THE ADAMS HOUSES, QUINCY, MASSACHUSETTS
54THE WHITE HOUSE, WASHINGTON
8THE QUINCY MANSION, QUINCY, MASSACHUSETTS
55THE OCTAGON HOUSE, WASHINGTON
9FERNSIDE FARM, HAVERHILL, MASSACHUSETTS
56SIX: HOMES AND HAUNTS OF THE CAVALIERS
10THE DUSTON GARRISON HOUSE, HAVERHILL, MASSACHUSETTS
57MOUNT VERNON, VIRGINIA
11THE OLD MANSE AND THE WAYSIDE, CONCORD, MASSACHUSETTS
58ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA
12THE ROYALL HOUSE, MEDFORD, MASSACHUSETTS
59CHRIST CHURCH, ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA
13BROADHEARTH AND THE BENNET-BOARDMAN HOUSE, SAUGUS, MASSACHUSETTS
60THE MARY WASHINGTON HOUSE, FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA
14THE COLONEL JEREMIAH LEE HOUSE, MARBLEHEAD, MASSACHUSETTS
61GREENWAY AND SHERWOOD FOREST, VIRGINIA
15THE OLD SOUTH CHURCH, NEWBURYPORT, MASSACHUSETTS
62TWO HISTORIC COURTHOUSES OF VIRGINIA
16THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND
63ST. JOHN'S CHURCH, RICHMOND
17TWO: WHERE PATROONS AND KNICKERBOCKERS FLOURISHED
64THE NELSON HOUSE AND THE MOORE HOUSE, YORKTOWN, VIRGINIA
18THE MORRIS-JUMEL MANSION, NEW YORK CITY
65THE JOHN MARSHALL HOUSE, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA
19THE PHILIPSE MANOR HOUSE, YONKERS, NEW YORK
66FIVE OLD HOUSES OF TIDEWATER, VIRGINIA
20ST. PAUL'S CHAPEL, NEW YORK CITY
67GUNSTON HALL, VIRGINIA
21FRAUNCES' TAVERN, NEW YORK CITY
68THE WASHINGTON COLLEGE BUILDING, LEXINGTON, VIRGINIA
22THE GRANGE, NEW YORK CITY
69BRUTON PARISH CHURCH, WILLIAMSBURG, VIRGINIA
23THE VAN CORTLANDT HOUSE, NEW YORK CITY
70WILLIAM AND MARY COLLEGE, WILLIAMSBURG, VIRGINIA
24THE HASBROUCK HOUSE, NEWBURGH, NEW YORK
71THE MONUMENTAL CHURCH, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA
25THREE: ACROSS THE JERSEYS WITH THE PATRIOTS
72MONTPELIER, ORANGE COUNTY, VIRGINIA
26THE FRANKLIN PALACE, PERTH AMBOY, NEW JERSEY
73OAK HILL, LOUDOUN COUNTY, VIRGINIA
27THE CHURCH AT CALDWELL, NEW JERSEY
74RED HILL, CHARLOTTE COUNTY, VIRGINIA
28OLD TENNENT CHURCH, FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY
75POHICK CHURCH, TRURO PARISH, VIRGINIA
29THE FORD MANSION, MORRISTOWN, NEW JERSEY
76MOUNT AIRY, RICHMOND COUNTY, VIRGINIA
30NASSAU HALL, PRINCETON, NEW JERSEY
77TWO OF VIRGINIA'S OLDEST CHURCH BUILDINGS
31THREE HISTORIC HOUSES AT PRINCETON, NEW JERSEY
78MONTICELLO, NEAR CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA
32THE SPRINGFIELD MEETING HOUSE, NEW JERSEY
79THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA AT CHARLOTTESVILLE
33FOUR: RAMBLES ABOUT THE CITY OF BROTHERLY LOVE
80SEVEN: THROUGH THE SUNNY SOUTH
34THE LETITIA PENN HOUSE, PHILADELPHIA
81THREE OLD CHURCHES IN CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
35CARPENTERS' HALL, PHILADELPHIA
82THE HOUSE OF REBECCA MOTTE, CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
36ST. PETER'S CHURCH, PHILADELPHIA
83THE INDEPENDENT CHURCH, SAVANNAH, GEORGIA
37CLIVEDEN, GERMANTOWN, PHILADELPHIA
84THE CABILDO OF NEW ORLEANS
38OLD PINE STREET CHURCH, PHILADELPHIA
85THE ALAMO, SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
39INDEPENDENCE HALL, PHILADELPHIA
86THE HERMITAGE, NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE
40THE DAVID RITTENHOUSE HOME, NEAR PHILADELPHIA
87ASHLAND, LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY
41THE HEADQUARTERS AT VALLEY FORGE, PENNSYLVANIA
88SPORTSMAN'S HALL, WHITLEY'S STATION, KENTUCKY
42THREE HEADQUARTERS OF WASHINGTON
89WHITE HAVEN, NEAR ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI
43SWEETBRIER-ON-THE-SCHUYLKILL, PHILADELPHIA
90EIGHT: ALL THE WAY BACK TO NEW ENGLAND
44MILL GROVE AND FATLANDS, NEAR PHILADELPHIA
91THE ABRAHAM LINCOLN HOUSE, SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS
45WAYNESBOROUGH, NEAR PAOLI, PENNSYLVANIA
92THE GOVERNOR'S PALACE AT VINCENNES, INDIANA
46THE MORAVIAN CHURCH, BETHLEHEM, PENNSYLVANIA
93THE HOUSE OF GENERAL RUFUS PUTNAM, MARIETTA, OHIO
47FIVE: OVER THE MASON AND DIXON LINE
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