In 1844, the outstanding architect Alexander Jackson Davis redesigned the house, making it the first Tuscan-style dwelling in North Carolina. In Morehead's day, this was one of the finest homes in the South. At a later date, it was occupied by the Keeley Institute for the treatment of alcoholism and drug addiction. The house is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and is a National Historic Landmark. It now serves as headquarters for the Greensboro Preservation Society and is maintained by the Blandwood Guild.
Tours are available.
Union generals stayed here during the Civil War. They notified the mayor that they would occupy the largest house in town until their headquarters were ready. In response, ex-governor Morehead graciously received them as his guests. Some of the old boxwoods and oaks are still on the property. Visit the Blandwood Mansion Website.