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M. D. Anderson House, Jackson
Here’s a little Jackson, Tennessee history for ya. Have you ever heard of the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center? It’s the largest cancer center in the US located in Houston, Texas. There’s a connection between these two places that some may not know about. Monroe Dunaway Anderson was born in Jackson, Tennessee on what was called…
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John L. Wisdom House – Jackson
This incredible brick home in Jackson, Tennessee is commonly known as the Wisdom House. It was built by John L. Wisdom in 1880 for he and his wife after they married the previous year. He was head of construction and oversaw every detail of the home’s building process. This house has a fireplace in every…
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Jackson, TN Midtown Tudor
Another unique one today, this time in Jackson, Tennessee! This one is located around the Midtown area and was built in 1932.
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Abandoned Home in Jackson – Now Gone
“This house is standing on memory alone.” – Roberta Brown This home has been demolished.
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Historic Jackson Railroad Hotel
The Neely Hotel was built circa 1911 in Jackson, Tennessee. It was located on a major thoroughfare and directly across the street from the passenger train depot. It was constructed to replace a smaller frame building on this location in 1900. The hotel was described in a 1912 magazine as “modern in every detail, with…
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MD Anderson Connections to Jackson
Ever heard of the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center? It’s the largest cancer center in the US located in Houston, Texas. But what you may not know is that Munroe Dunaway Anderson was born in Jackson, Tennessee and was a prominent bank and cotton trader. Through his frugal upbringing and wealth, and along with his partners…
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Peques House in Jackson, TN
Another Main Street marvel in Jackson, Tennessee! This is the Peques House. Built in 1880. Those antique post boxes get me every single time.
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Jackson Italianate Shines
The William Kirby Walsh House in Jackson, Tennessee was completed in 1875. It’s an I-house design and has lots of Italianate features. It started as one room in depth, but soon after, a two-story ell was added. This home and the one next it are the only survivors of the McNairy Hill neighborhood from the…
