Pope Villa
Historic house in Kentucky, United States
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The Pope Villa in Lexington, Kentucky, USA, was designed by Benjamin Henry Latrobe in 1811 for Senator John Pope. It is one of only three extant Latrobe residences in the United States. As one of Latrobe's most avant-garde designs, the Pope Villa has national significance for its architect and unique design.[1]
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TypeMansion
LocationLexington, Kentucky
United States, 326 Grosvenor Avenue
United States, 326 Grosvenor Avenue
Construction started1811
OwnerThe Blue Grass Trust For Historic Preservation
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| Type | Mansion |
| Location | Lexington, Kentucky United States, 326 Grosvenor Avenue |
| Construction started | 1811 |
| Owner | The Blue Grass Trust For Historic Preservation |
Purchased in 1987 by the Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation, the Pope Villa underwent restoration in the 2010s to reflect its 1811 original construction appearance.[1] It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2018.
