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Westview
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National Register of Historic Places

Westview

Also known as Burleson House

On the National Register since 198244 years
Listed 1982Decatur

Many listed buildings are private homes. Please enjoy them from the street.

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About Westview

Westview was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Jan 18, 1982. It was among the first 5 of Decatur’s 15 listings. The Register lists it for its agriculture and architecture, at the state level. The listing covers 12.9 acres.

What it isHistoric house in Alabama, United States. From Wikidata (CC0). Read about it on Wikipedia ↗

PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 35 MB · National Archives↗
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South of Decatur, AL

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Questions about Westview

Is Westview on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. It was added on Jan 18, 1982 (Register number 82002068).

Is Westview a National Historic Landmark?

No. It is on the National Register; Alabama has 36 National Historic Landmarks. The nearest is Redstone Test Stand, 17.6 miles away.

Can you visit Westview?

Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.

Where can I read the history of Westview?

In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 35 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.

Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 77837209 · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.