Pompeiian Villa
Historic house in Texas, United States
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The Pompeiian Villa is a historic house in Port Arthur, Texas, U.S.. It was built in 1900 for Isaac Ellwood, and designed by architects George C. Nimmons and William K. Fellows.[2] It belonged to James Hopkins, the vice president of the Diamond Match Company,[3] from 1901 to 1903, when it was sold to George Craig for 10% of Texaco.[2][3] It has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since May 23, 1973.[4]
Location1953 Lakeshore Dr.,
Port Arthur, Texas
Port Arthur, Texas
Coordinates29°52′59″N 93°55′22″W
Area2.5 acres (1.0 ha)
Built1900
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| Location | 1953 Lakeshore Dr., Port Arthur, Texas |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 29°52′59″N 93°55′22″W |
| Area | 2.5 acres (1.0 ha) |
| Built | 1900 |
| Architect | George C. Nimmons |
| Architectural style | Classical Revival |
| Website | Pompeiian Villa |
| NRHP reference No. | 73001967[1] |
| RTHL No. | 10512 |
| Significant dates | |
| Added to NRHP | May 23, 1973 |
| Designated RTHL | 1973 |
The house is owned by the Port Arthur Historical Society, and is open for tours by reservation with the Museum of the Gulf Coast.
