The Barney Kelley House is a historic residence in Washington Court House, Ohio. Born in 1834 in Ireland, Barney Kelley immigrated to the United States and moved to Washington Court House in the 1860s. At this time, the city was growing rapidly due to improved transportation: multiple railroads served the city, making it a fine site for commerce. Kelley soon opened a combined saloon and general store on East Main Street, selling everything from food to cutlery. In a short period of time he became a leading merchant and businessman. In 1875, he arranged for the construction of the present house. Architect-Amos Cook, contractor/builder-L.C. & B.S. Coffman. Architectural Style-Italianate. Posted to the National Register of Historic Places on April 17, 1979. GPS: 39.53676°N, -83.43579°W.
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