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Alexander Wade House

Historic district contributing properties in West VirginiaHouses completed in 1860Houses in Morgantown, West VirginiaHouses on the National Register of Historic Places in West VirginiaNational Historic Landmarks in West Virginia
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Alexand Wade
Alexand Wade

The Alexander Wade House is a historic house at 256 Prairie Street in Morgantown, West Virginia. Built in 1860, it was the home of educator Alexander Wade (1832-1904) from 1872 until his death. Wade is credited with developing a system of grade promotional exams and graduations that was widely adopted in the late 19th century. The house was declared a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1965.

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Alexander Wade House
Prairie Avenue, Morgantown

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Alexander Wade House

Prairie Avenue 256
26501 Morgantown
West Virginia, United States
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