Olde Towne in Portsmouth, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)

Elks Lodge

Photographed By Mike Wintermantel, June 22, 2015

1. Elks Lodge Marker

Inscription. This Romanesque Revival dwelling was constructed for Laura C. Armistead and her family in 1894 by her father Beverly A. Armistead, president of the Bank of Portsmouth. Identifying features of this architectural style are the round arches over thick, cavernous entryways and window openings, as well as the round towers.

In the 20th century, the home was converted to the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge 82. In more recent times, the house has become known locally as Dr. Madblood's Castle, the imaginary home of a local television personality and host of The Friday Night Frights.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1894.

Location. 36° 50.296′ N, 76° 18.056′ W. Marker is in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is in Olde Towne. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Court Street and North Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Portsmouth VA 23704, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Watts House (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Yellow Fever of 1855 (about 400 feet away); Court Street Baptist Church (about 600 feet away); Arnold's British Defenses, 1781 (about 700 feet away); Olde Towne Portsmouth

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(about 700 feet away); Cornwallis at Portsmouth (about 700 feet away); a different marker also named Court Street Baptist Church (about 800 feet away); Fort Nelson (about 800 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Portsmouth.

Photographed By Mike Wintermantel, June 22, 2015

2. Elks Lodge Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 26, 2015, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 471 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 26, 2015, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.