Near Burnt Corn in Conecuh County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
Dr. Watkins House
Photographed By Mark Hilton, March 7, 2015
1. Dr. Watkins House Marker
This two and a half story structure with unusual lower front extension was the home of Dr. John Watkins. Dr. Watkins was one of the first and few physicians in this part of the Mississippi Territory. Before coming to Burnt Corn, he lived in Claiborne. In addition to being a doctor, he served in the Alabama House of Representatives and Senate and was trustee of the Burnt Corn Male Academy.
Erected 2012 by the Alabama Historical Association.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Notable Buildings • Science & Medicine. In addition, it is included in the Alabama Historical Association series list.
Location. 31° 34.255′ N, 87° 9.411′ W. Marker is near Burnt Corn, Alabama, in Conecuh County. Marker is on County Road 5, 1.2 miles north of County Road 30, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Conecuh County 5, Evergreen AL 36401, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. James Salter (approx. 0.7 miles away); Burnt Corn Male Academy (approx. 1.2 miles away); Longmire Stagecoach Stop & First Post Office in Conecuh County (approx. 1.3 miles away); Old Federal Road
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Also see . . .
1. "Historical marker describes 'Dr. Watkins House' at Burnt Corn, Alabama". BCR Listening Post-Observation Post entry (Submitted on March 8, 2015, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.)
2. "Is the historic Old Dr. Watkins House at Burnt Corn really haunted?". BCR Listening Post-Observation Post entry (Submitted on March 8, 2015, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.)
Photographed By Mark Hilton, March 7, 2015
2. Dr. Watkins House
Added to the Alabama Register of Landmarks and Heritage on Oct. 4, 1993.
Photographed By Mark Hilton, March 7, 2015
3. View of marker, looking north on CR-5.
Photographed By Mark Hilton, March 7, 2015
4. Dr. Watkins House and land.
Photographed By Mark Hilton, March 7, 2015
5. View of house and marker.
Photographed By Larry Gertner, May 19, 2021
6. Biography: Dr. John Watkins born 1775
Alabama Pioneers blog entry
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Credits. This page was last revised on May 19, 2021. It was originally submitted on March 8, 2015, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 1,000 times since then and 54 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on March 8, 2015, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. 6. submitted on May 19, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.
