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The Gibson House – Harriman, TN
Have you ever seen one like this? This was a first for me! This old house, in Harriman, Tennessee, was built in 1892 for David Gibson. Gibson was the founder of Gibson Agricultural Works (farm implements). His home was described as “unique in its architectural design with a rounded front of general design and very…
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Cornstalk Heights Historic Home
I’ll never get over this house. We considered for a hot minute buying this house, but decided it was just too far from where we wanted to live. I adore this home! Built in 1890, it has so much historical detail including both a lady and gentlemen’s parlor! Pocket doors, staircase, and a ginormous attic…
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Temperance Hall Circa 1893
Check out this building! Temperance Hall in Harriman was built in 1893 as part of American Temperance University. Its goal was to make the community “an ideal industrial city based on thrift, sobriety, superior intelligence, and exalted moral character.” In its second year, the university enrolled over 345 students from 20 different states, but was…
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Historic Harriman Home
The Sparks-Tarwater House in Harriman. Circa 1912. I’m digging that huge porch!
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Unique Harriman House
The Gibson House was built circa 1892 in Harriman, Tennessee. It was built for David Gibson who began Gibson Agricultural Works. They made farm equipment. His home was described as “unique in its architectural design with a rounded front of general design and very pleasing.” Unique indeed!
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Gorgeous Queen Anne in Harriman
Gorgeous Queen Anne in Harriman, Tennessee. Circa 1895.
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Burt House – Harriman, TN
The Burt House was built in 1892 by Friend H. Burt in Harriman, Tennessee. A beautiful Queen Anne that contributes to the Cornstalk Heights Historic District. Many of the sidewalks in the neighborhood are the original brickwork bearing the name “Robbins Brick Company”. The entire district was known to be “uncommon for their architectural beauty”.
