Langworthy House

Also known as: Octagon House
1095 W. 3rd St., Dubuque, Iowa

Brick home built in Orson Fowler's octagon style

Photos

Overview

I'm not sure what direction I'm looking, but when it comes to an octagon, it really doesn't make much difference, does it? (Northeast.)

Photo taken by J.R. Manning in August 2013

Coordinates:
+42.49513, -90.67909
42°29'42" N, 90°40'45" W

Quadrangle map:
Dubuque South

Status: Posted to the National Register of Historic Places on October 14, 1975
Reference number: 75000685
Architectural style: Victorian: Octagon Mode
Areas of significance: Exploration/Settlement; Architecture
Level of significance: National
Evaluation criteria: C - Design/Construction; B - Person
Property type: Building
Historic function: Single dwelling
Current function: Single dwelling
Period of significance: 1850-1874
Significant year: 1856