Virginia widow saved Frank Lloyd Wright home by moving it 13 miles

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What happened

Marjorie Leighey fought to save the Pope-Leighey House from destruction due to the construction of Interstate 66.

After her husband's death, she mobilized support from preservationists and the public to save her home.

Key facts

  • Marjorie Leighey fought to save the Pope-Leighey House from destruction due to the construction of Interstate 66.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:30:00 UTC.

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  1. Virginia widow saved Frank Lloyd Wright home by moving it 13 miles

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