John W. Dunn (architect)

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John W. Dunn was an architect and master builder in West Virginia. [1]

Dunn worked often in conjunction with master wood-worker Conrad Burgess. Burgess did mantels and other interior wood-work for Morlunda and Mountain Home, for example.

A number of his works are listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. [2]

Works include (attribution):

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References

  1. "Reference at www.wvculture.org" (PDF).
  2. "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places . National Park Service. July 9, 2010.