Monthaven, also known as the Leonard B. Fite House, is a historic home in Hendersonville, Tennessee and is on the National Historic Register. It was built around 1860 and used as a field hospital during the American Civil War.[1] A few skirmishes occurred on the property as well. The historic building is now home to galleries and offices of the Hendersonville Arts Council.[1]
Monthaven | |
Location | 1154 W. Main St. |
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Nearest city | Hendersonville, Tennessee |
Coordinates | 36°18′38.4″N 86°39′45.2″W / 36.310667°N 86.662556°W |
Built | 1860 |
Architectural style | Greek Revival, Late Victorian |
NRHP reference No. | 82004061 |
Added to NRHP | 1982 |
During its time, Monthaven was considered a neighbor to Rock Castle and The Hermitage, both miles away.[citation needed]
References
edit- "Tennessee - Sumner County." National Register of Historic Places. 21 March 2008.
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