Prospect House | |
Location | Princeton University campus, Princeton, New Jersey |
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Coordinates | 40°20′48.95″N 74°39′24.37″W / 40.3469306°N 74.6567694°W |
Area | 5 acres (2.0 ha) |
Built | 1851 |
Architect | John Notman |
Architectural style | Italian Villa |
Part of | Princeton Historic District (ID75001143) |
NRHP reference No. | 85002434[1] |
Significant dates | |
Added to NRHP | February 4, 1985 |
Designated NHL | February 4, 1985[2] |
Designated CP | June 27, 1975 |
Prospect House, known also as just Prospect, is a historic house on the Princeton University campus in Princeton, Mercer County, New Jersey, United States. Built in 1851, it is a fine example of the work of architect John Notman who helped popularize Italianate architecture in America.[3] Notable residents include Woodrow Wilson during his tenure as president of the university. The building now serves as a faculty club. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1985 for its architecture and historic associations.
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