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Shard Villa

Salisbury, Vermont • Addison County

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About This Property

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Shard Villa is a grand Second Empire style mansion constructed in 1872 by prominent lawyer Columbus Smith. Set amidst elaborate terraced gardens, it served as Smith's private residence and museum for his extensive art collection.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
4.3
Listed Date
10/30/1989
Other Names
Smith,Columbus,Estate

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Landscape Architecture; Art; Health/Medicine; Law; Architecture
Periods of Significance
1850 Ad - 1949 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
Yes
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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