Stonum

Stonum, also called Stoneham or the George Read House, was the home of George Read, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. His advocacy enabled Delaware to become the first state ratifying the declaration. The house is located in New Castle, Delaware and was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1973. The house was built beginning circa 1730 with what is now the kitchen. The front portion of the house was added before 1769. The house is ... More
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Opened:

  • 1750

Contained by:

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Also known as:

  • Stoneham,
  • George Read House,
  • Stonum, New Castle

Architecture

Address

Stonum Address

9th and Washington Sts.
New Castle Delaware
United States of America
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Listed Site

Designation as Natural or Cultural Site:

Designation Date Listed Category or Criteria
  • Nov 7, 1973
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Location

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  • 39.66022
  • -75.57603
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From the U.S. National Register of Historic Places base

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Significant Year:

  • 1750
  • 1760
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