The Adam Thoroughgood House
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The Adam Thoroughgood House is located at: 1636 Parish Road The Adam Thoroughgood House dates back to 1680. The
land was granted to Adam by King Charles in 1635. It was one of the
largest land grants consisting of 5350 acres. It is not known exactly
which one of the Thoroughgood's actually built this house, however it believed
to have been built by one of his five grandsons. It is one of the
earliest permanent brick structures built in Virginia. Today, ran by the City of Virginia Beach, the house has
been restored to represent plantation life from the 17th century. While
the furnishings are not original to the family, they are from the 17th century
and would have been of the quality used by a wealthy family form this period.
The gardens have also been planted with care to represent the gardens of the
17th century plantation families. KAT'S VIEW The Adam Thoroughgood House was interesting. It was
created with an English brick design. It had a very interesting cupboard
that had a design like a checkerboard on it. The oldest thing in the
garden was an elm tree that was over 200 years old.
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Voice: 757-431-4000
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