Ivy Terrace


Ivy Terrace, also known as the Gov. Lawrence V. Stephens House , is a historic home located at Jefferson City, Cole County, Missouri. It was built in 1893, and is a 2 1/2-story, Queen Anne style frame dwelling. It sits on a foundation of rough limestone blocks. It features a rounded tower, wraparound verandah, high and irregular roof, fish scale shingles, and asymmetrical facade. Lon Vest Stephens occupied the dwelling while serving as Missouri State Treasurer, for three years prior to becoming governor in 1897.
It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. It is located in the Capitol Avenue Historic District.