Westlawn (Wallingford, Pennsylvania)

Westlawn, also known as the Charles Essig House, is a historic home located in Wallingford, Pennsylvania, listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1988. Built in 1882, this Queen Anne style residence features a unique asymmetrical design with a cross gable roof, a turret, and a square tower. Visitors can admire its diverse exterior elements, including brick, clapboard, and half-timber beams, along with a charming wraparound porch. The house was commissioned by Charles Essig, the first dean of the University of Pennsylvania's School of Dentistry, making it a notable site for both architectural enthusiasts and those interested in educational history.