Old Town in Alexandria, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
115 Prince Street
Captain's Row
Photographed By Allen C. Browne, February 2, 2014
1. 115 Prince Street Marker
The original house on this site was built in 1783. It was destroyed in the great fire of January 18, 1827, which consumed 53 houses and numerous outbuildings in Old Town.
The current brick house was built in 1853-54 on the original foundation by Frederick Vaccari, a shipping master. The house was restored in 1996.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Man-Made Features. A significant historical month for this entry is January 1900.
Location. 38° 48.196′ N, 77° 2.47′ W. Marker is in Alexandria, Virginia. It is in Old Town. Marker is on Prince Street west of South Union Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 115 Prince Street, Alexandria VA 22314, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Fairfax House (within shouting distance of this marker); Colonel Michael Swope House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Home of Elisha Cullen Dick (about 300 feet away); George Johnston's Home (about 300 feet away); Industrialization of the Strand (about 400 feet away); The History of the Pineapple (about 400 feet away); Waterfront Archaeology
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Regarding 115 Prince Street. Wiki Travel says that "Captains Row contains many of the oldest residences in the city, mostly consisting of Federal style houses built by wealthy merchants and sea captains. Complete with cobblestones and charming architectural details, this is probably one of the most picturesque colonial village blocks anywhere."
Also see . . . 115 Prince Street,. Virtual Home Visit by Sotheby's International. (Submitted on February 17, 2014, by Allen C. Browne of Silver Spring, Maryland.)
Photographed By Allen C. Browne, February 2, 2014
2. 115 Prince Street Marker
1998 Preservation Award for Restoration/Rehabilitation By Historic Alexandria Foundation
Photographed By Allen C. Browne, February 2, 2014
3. 115 Prince Street
Photographed By Allen C. Browne, February 2, 2014
4. 115 Prince Street
Photographed By Allen C. Browne, February 2, 2014
5. Lion Knocker
Photographed By Allen C. Browne, February 2, 2014
6. Lion Doorbell
Library of Congress
7. Washington's 1749 Plan of Alexandria
115 Prince Street is in Lot 56 on this map, the triangular waterfront lot on the top left side of the marshy embayment.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 29, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 17, 2014, by Allen C. Browne of Silver Spring, Maryland. This page has been viewed 981 times since then and 69 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on February 17, 2014, by Allen C. Browne of Silver Spring, Maryland. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
