Mulberry Fields

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Mulberry Fields built?Circa 1763
2. What is the location?Beauvue, St. Mary's County, Maryland
3. What is the architectural style?Georgian (mansion-type)
4. Why is Mulberry Fields special?It is a great example of Georgian architecture with a brick construction and a later Doric portico added in 1820. It was also listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.
5. How does Mulberry Fields connect to the Potomac River?The house has a mile‑long allee that leads down to the riverbank, giving a beautiful view and showing how the owners used the river for trade and enjoyment.

Georgian Architecture: A style prevalent in the 18th century, characterized by symmetry, classical orders, and Palladian influences.
Doric Portico: A classical porch or entrance supported by columns of the Doric order, the simplest of the Greek orders.
Allee: A formal garden feature consisting of a straight path or avenue, often lined with trees or hedges, creating a sense of perspective and grandeur.
National Register of Historic Places: The official list of U.S. properties deemed worthy of preservation for their historic significance.