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Which home is #1 on the Top 10 list for most-visited Historic Home in the United States?
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Graceland, the palatial home of Elvis Presley in Memphis, TN, attracts 600,000 visitors a year.
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Which house over 100 years old still holds the title as the largest house in the U.S.?
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The 250-room Biltmore House in Asheville, NC, built 1890-1895 at a cost of $4.4 million, is the largest house in the US.
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What is the role of the U.S. Housing Authority?
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Created in 1937 by FDR, the U.S. Housing Authority provides construction loans to small communities and states.
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What architectural detail made its way into the design of many suburban homes built in the 1950s, 60s and 70s?
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The picture window was a signature of the suburban American neighborhood.
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What group of settlers introduced the log cabin to the New World?
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The Swedish settlers of Delaware brought their own timber for building log cabins, a style that originated in Finland.
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What is the longest construction time for a private residence?
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The Winchester House in San Jose, CA, was under construction for over 38 years. |
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