LEE HALL MANSION

NEWPORT NEWS, VA

Lee Hall Mansion is a historic site located in Newport News, VA. The mansion was built in 1859 and served as the home of Richard Decauter Lee, a prominent planter and businessman. The home was designed in the Italianate style and is considered to be one of the finest examples of this style in Virginia.

During the Civil War, the mansion was used as a Confederate headquarters and hospital. The home eventually fell into disrepair and was purchased by the city of Newport News in 1991. Restoration efforts began soon after, and the mansion was opened to the public in 1998.

Today, Lee Hall Mansion is a museum and event space that offers visitors a glimpse into life in Virginia during the mid-19th century. The mansion has been restored to its original grandeur and features period furnishings and decor. Guided tours are available, and visitors can explore the mansion's sprawling grounds, which include a beautiful garden and a Civil War-era cemetery.

In addition to its historical significance, Lee Hall Mansion also hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including weddings, corporate events, and holiday celebrations. The mansion is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, and is considered to be one of the most important historic sites in the state of Virginia.

LEE HALL MANSION is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in NEWPORT NEWS VA. US MID #8405100105

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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• telephone: 7578883371
• website: http://www.leehall.org

LEE HALL MANSION
163 YORKTOWN RD
NEWPORT NEWS
VA
23603

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