Winchester in Franklin County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)

Built 1889

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, May 1, 2021

1. Built 1889 Marker

Inscription. In 1892, the post office, which had formerly operated from the local postmaster's home or business, moved into this specifically designated storefront. From 1905 to 1945, it housed city hall, city jail, and the fire department, followed by law offices. From 1915 to 1964, a large windowed bay on the upper level, supported on poles extending to the sidewalk, gave a panoramic view of the square to lawyers upstairs until it burned and was removed.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Communications • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1889.

Location. 35° 11.189′ N, 86° 6.683′ W. Marker is in Winchester, Tennessee, in Franklin County. Marker is at the intersection of South College Street (Alternate U.S. 41) and 1st Avenue SE, on the right when traveling north on South College Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 17 South College Street, Winchester TN 37398, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Built 1889 (here, next to this marker); a different marker also named Built 1889 (a few steps from this marker); Built 1890 (a few steps from this marker); Coldwell Banker Lynch-Rigsby Realty & Auction / Wenger Furniture and Gifts (a few steps

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from this marker); Built 1896 (a few steps from this marker); Built 1959 (within shouting distance of this marker); Built 1916 (within shouting distance of this marker); Built 1880s (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Winchester.

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, May 1, 2021

2. Built 1889 Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on May 2, 2021. It was originally submitted on May 2, 2021, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 98 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 2, 2021, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.