115 Prince Street (Historical Marker)

Here follows the inscription written on this historical marker attached to the house:

115 Prince Street
Captain's Row

George Washington's 1749 Survey shows this lot fronting the Potomac River.

The original house on this site was built in 1783. It was destroyed in the great fire of January 18, 1827, which consumed 53 houses and numerous outbuildings in Old Town.

The current brick house was built in 1853-54 on the original foundation by Frederick Vaccari, a shipping master. The house was restored in 1996.

Regarding 115 Prince Street. Wiki Travel says that "Captains Row contains many of the oldest residences in the city, mostly consisting of Federal style houses built by wealthy merchants and sea captains. Complete with cobblestones and charming architectural details, this is probably one of the most picturesque colonial village blocks anywhere."

It was given the 1998 Preservation Award for Restoration/Rehabilitation By Historic Alexandria Foundation

On Washington's 1749 Plan of Alexandria, 115 Prince Street is in Lot 56 on this map, the triangular waterfront lot on the top left side of the marshy embayment.