May 06, 2004
- Charmaine Bantugan
National Register of Historic Places - Perry and Agnes Fitzgerald House
Statement of Significant: The Perry and Agnes Fitzgerald House, a brick Victorian-style crosswing, built circa 1870, is significant under Criterion A for its association with the development of Draper from the pioneer era to the first half of the twentieth century. It is also significant under Criterion C as the oldest surviving brick house in Draper and an excellent example of pioneer craftsmanship in the former agricultural outpost. The house is eligible under the Multiple Property Listing, Historic Resources of Draper, 1848-1954. The primary associated historic context is the "Early Settlement Period, 1848-1876." Perry Fitzgerald was among the first settlers in Draper. Of his three wives, the brick house is most closely associated with his third wife, Agnes Wadsworth Fitzgerald. Perry and Agnes Fitzgerald had thirteen children. The majority of these children remained in Draper and became prominent citizens. The house retains remarkable historic integrity. The Fitzgerald House contributes to the historic resources of Draper, Utah.
National Register of Historic Places - Perry and Agnes Fitzgerald House
Statement of Significant: The Perry and Agnes Fitzgerald House, a brick Victorian-style crosswing, built circa 1870, is significant under Criterion A for its association with the development of Draper from the pioneer era to the first half of the twentieth century. It is also significant under Criterion C as the oldest surviving brick house in Draper and an excellent example of pioneer craftsmanship in the former agricultural outpost. The house is eligible under the Multiple Property Listing, Historic Resources of Draper, 1848-1954. The primary associated historic context is the "Early Settlement Period, 1848-1876." Perry Fitzgerald was among the first settlers in Draper. Of his three wives, the brick house is most closely associated with his third wife, Agnes Wadsworth Fitzgerald. Perry and Agnes Fitzgerald had thirteen children. The majority of these children remained in Draper and became prominent citizens. The house retains remarkable historic integrity. The Fitzgerald House contributes to the historic resources of Draper, Utah.
May 06, 2004
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