North House Museum

The John A. North House, located in Lewisburg, Greenbrier County, West Virginia, serves as a historic house museum and archives. This museum is the only historic house museum in Greenbrier County, offering visitors a unique glimpse into the past. The house was originally built in 1820 and was the home of prominent local lawyer John A. North and his wife Charlotte. The museum is operated by The Greenbrier Historical Society, which has been in operation since 1976.

Original Design of the North House

The North House was originally built in 1820 as the home of John A. North, a prominent local lawyer, and his wife Charlotte. The house was designed in a two-story "L-shaped plan," reflecting the Federal Style of architecture popular during that period. The house's layout included a foyer, an informal parlor, a formal parlor for entertaining guests, and a dining room, with the upstairs mirroring the downstairs floor plans as family sleeping quarters.

Exhibits at the North House Museum

The Greenbrier Historical Society and North House Museum is committed to collecting, preserving, and interpreting the rich history of the Greenbrier Valley. The museum's permanent displays and temporary exhibits showcase a variety of items from across the Greenbrier Valley. These include the training saddle of General Robert E. Lee's horse Traveler, an 18th-century covered wagon, Civil War artifacts, furniture and textiles made by local craftsman and women, and items from the North family. These exhibits provide a comprehensive view of the region's history and culture.