Gettysburg National Military Park Warfield House
During the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863, a two-room farmhouse stood in an open field between the Confederate and Union armies. James Warfield, an African American blacksmith, owned the home, but when Confederate troops approached, he and his family fled, fearing capture.
When the battle ended, the Warfields returned to find their home severely damaged. Though small in size, it became rich in history and remains a contributing structure to Gettysburg’s battle-era landscape.
Over the next 140 years, the stone house remained privately owned and underwent significant alterations, compromising its historic details and materials. After acquiring the property, the National Park Service turned to Page to evaluate the surviving historic fabric and restore the exterior to its appearance on that summer day in 1863.
Awards
-
12022 Pennsylvania Historic Preservation Award, Restoration, Preservation Pennsylvania
-
22022 Palladio Award for Renovation and Restoration, Traditional Building
Before and after: from private home to historic relic
Coining the term “de-modernization,” Page removed the building’s contemporary additions and restored its original look and feel.
/
“Working with the National Park Service on the Warfield House is gratifying both for the long-term vision NPS has about their stewardship for this type of property and the incredible skills they have within their own staff to execute work with a high level of craftsmanship.”Matthew S. ChalifouxPrincipal, Lead Architect
Similar projects
/
Talk with us
Complex challenges need fresh perspectives and deep expertise. Connect with our team to explore how we can help you create spaces that make a real difference.