The Ratcliffe–Logan–Allison House, also known as Earp's Ordinary, is a historic home located at Fairfax, Virginia. It consists of two sections built about 1810 and about 1830 and is a small two-story, single-pile brick building. A two-story rear wing connected by a hyphen was added in the 20th century. A postal station and stagecoach stop operated from the building in the 1820s-1830s.
Ratcliffe–Logan–Allison House
Built by Richard Ratcliffe in 1812, this house is the oldest residence in the city. This house-museum interprets the daily activities of some of its twelve owners and occupants, illustrating commercial and domestic change along Main Street during the 19th and 20th centuries.
The last two private owners were Dr. Kate Waller Barrett, prominent social reformer, and her daughter Kitty Pozer. Pozer, a respected gardener, deeded the house to the city in 1973.
It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. It is located in the City of Fairfax Historic District. The house is owned and operated as a historic house museum by the City of Fairfax.
The house is open to the public for free tours from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays from April through October, during many city special events, during walking tours offered in the spring and fall, and by appointment; email or call.
Maryam N. is a Senior Writer at Nesbitt Realty. She is an expert on Fairfax County. Maryam has also worked previously as a geologist. She is a foodie and enjoys cooking and exploring new restaurants.
