Southwest Quadrant in Alexandria, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
James Harris House
Photographed by Kevin Vincent, June 15, 2013
1. Built 1816-17 by James Harris Marker
James Harris
Owned 1835-37 by George W. Carlin
Occupied late 1830's by
William C. Reynolds, twice Secretary
Alexandria Lodge of Washington
No. 22, A.F. & A.M.
Restored 1964-66 by Jean Keith
Erected by Alexandria Historical Restoration Preservation Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1816.
Location. 38° 48.28′ N, 77° 3.13′ W. Marker is in Alexandria, Virginia. It is in the Southwest Quadrant. It is on Prince Street east of South Fayette Street, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1113 Prince Street, Alexandria VA 22314, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Washington Metropolitan Area and in Northern Virginia. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, and in the Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Capt. James McGuire House (a few steps from this marker); Port City (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Carver School (about 400 feet away); L'Overture Hospital HQ (about 500 feet away); LOuverture Hospital (about 500 feet away); The Growth of Upper King Street (about 600 feet away); Franklin and Armfield Slave Office
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Photographed by Kevin Vincent, June 15, 2013
2. James Harris home
Credits. This page was last revised on January 28, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 7, 2013, by Kevin Vincent of Arlington, Virginia. This page has been viewed 753 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 7, 2013, by Kevin Vincent of Arlington, Virginia. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
