John Marshall, known as the great Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court, built this dignified house in 1790 and made it his home for forty-five years. The house is an outstanding example of Federal architecture and retains most of its original features. It contains a rich collection of family-owned furnishings and Marshall memorabilia. The garden features plants popular in the 18th century. The John Marshall House is operated by APVA Preservation Virginia. It is open Friday - Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The John Marshall House is an Offical Historic Site of Preservation Virginia.