Tuskegee in Macon County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)

119 Westside Street

Historic Tuskegee

Photographed By Mark Hilton, November 16, 2016

1. 119 Westside Street Marker

Inscription. This two-story brick structure, built in 1870, is an example of the Italianate Style. Many of these buildings no longer exist, being replaced by later growth in downtown districts. The Italianate Style is distinguished by the large upper story arched and hooded windows. Note the corn motif design on the center keystones of the arches.

This is the only historic commercial building in Alabama with an interior staircase that is circular, freestanding, and made of wood.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1870.

Location. 32° 25.431′ N, 85° 41.49′ W. Marker is in Tuskegee, Alabama, in Macon County. Marker is on Westside Street south of West Northside Street, on the right when traveling south. Currently occupied by "Charlie Tee's" store. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 119 Westside Street, Tuskegee AL 36083, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. "Trade With Your Friends" (a few steps from this marker); Brief History of Tuskegee, Alabama (within shouting distance of this marker); Macon County Confederate Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); Macon County Legal Milestone (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Samuel "Sammy" Leamon Younge, Jr. (about 700 feet away); Site of the Tuskegee Female College (approx. ¼ mile away); Tuskegee High School (approx. ¼ mile away); Rosa Parks (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Tuskegee.

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Photographed By Mark Hilton, November 16, 2016

2. 119 Westside Street (Charlie Tee's)

Marker to left of building.

Credits. This page was last revised on December 4, 2016. It was originally submitted on December 4, 2016, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 435 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 4, 2016, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.