The A.J. Montague House
Built 1891
Complex geometry of the Queen Anne style characterizes this once-suburban house built on the Old Greensboro Road for Andrew Jackson Montague.
Born near Lynchburg with family roots deep in Tidewater, Montague launched his career as a Danville attorney in 1885. Living here with his young family, the red-haired orator ran successfully as Virginia's Attorney General in 1897, setting the stage for his 191 election as the state's first Governor of the 20th century.
This progressive-era statesman later completed twelve terms in congress from 1912 until his death in 1937.
Erected by Danville Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Government & Politics. A significant historical year for this entry is 1885.
Location. 36° 34.718′ N, 79° 24.523′ W. Marker is in Danville, Virginia. Marker is on West Main Street (Virginia Route 293) just east of Montague Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 249 W Main St, Danville VA 24541, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Andrew Jackson Montague (a few steps from this marker); Veterans Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); World War I Memorial (within shouting distance of
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Credits. This page was last revised on February 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 25, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 149 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 25, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
