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

Built 1950

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, May 1, 2021

1. Built 1950 Marker

Inscription. Apothecary and druggists' shops were on this corner from the 1820s to 1900, with Drs. T. C. Murrell, J. W. Grisard, and J. C. Shapard's offices upstairs during the 1880s. The street level housed Franklin Grocery and Bakery until the 1930s. The spacious upstairs was used for large civic gatherings and parties while leased by the Business and Professional Women's Club. The old building was razed in 1949 for the building of the Oldham Theater.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Industry & Commerce • Science & Medicine. A significant historical year for this entry is 1950.

Location. 35° 11.206′ N, 86° 6.72′ W. Marker is in Winchester, Tennessee, in Franklin County. Marker is at the intersection of 1st Avenue NE and North College Street, on the right when traveling west on 1st Avenue NE. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 115 1st Avenue NE, 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. Built 1870s (here, next to this marker); a different marker also named Built 1870s (a few steps from this marker); Built 1926 (a few steps from this marker); Built 1935 (within shouting distance of this marker); Oldham Theatre / Masonic Lodge #158

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Built 1916 (within shouting distance of this marker); Built 1912 (within shouting distance of this marker); Secession (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 1950 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 87 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 2, 2021, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.