Marianna in Jackson County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Ely-Criglar House
Photographed By Tim Fillmon, August 1, 2013
1. Ely-Criglar House Marker
Inscription.
Ely-Criglar House. . This two-story residence is one of Marianna's first great antebellum mansions, built by Francis R. Ely around 1840. The house was acquired in 1889 by Francis B. Carter, who later became Justice of the Supreme Court of Florida. In 1900 the house was sold to the Joseph M. Criglar family, and still stands a proud monument to Jackson County's rich heritage. The brick is of native material, made on the site. Originally larger than at present, the house was flanked by wings of wood on east and west. The east wing was demolished - the west wing removed and stands immediately west of the main house as a separate dwelling. This home has been in constant use as a residence and illustrates the skill and endurance with which the Florida pioneers built.
This two-story residence is one of Marianna's first great antebellum mansions, built by Francis R. Ely around 1840. The house was acquired in 1889 by Francis B. Carter, who later became Justice of the Supreme Court of Florida. In 1900 the house was sold to the Joseph M. Criglar family, and still stands a proud monument to Jackson County's rich heritage. The brick is of native material, made on the site. Originally larger than at present, the house was flanked by wings of wood on east and west. The east wing was demolished - the west wing removed and stands immediately west of the main house as a separate dwelling. This home has been in constant use as a residence and illustrates the skill and endurance with which the Florida pioneers built.
Erected 1972 by Jackson County Historical Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1840.
Location. 30° 46.589′ N, 85° 14.112′ W. Marker is in Marianna, Florida, in Jackson County. Marker is on Lafayette Street (U.S. 90) east of Russ Street, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Marianna FL 32446, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The West End Community (within shouting distance of this marker); Fighting at Ely Corner
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on August 11, 2013, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida. This page has been viewed 893 times since then and 24 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on August 11, 2013, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
