Pensacola in Escambia County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Barkley House
— Colonial Archaeological Trail —
Photographed By Mark Hilton, July 11, 2021
1. Barkley House Marker
In 1825, George Barkley purchased Lot 31 and within 10 years acquired several surrounding lots. The construction date of the Barkley House is unknown, but is likely to be around 1835. This structure is the oldest masonry building in Pensacola. Colonial-era maps show that houses and structures stood here before the Barkley House.
UWF archaeologists excavated in this area, uncovering evidence of colonial households and American period features including the foundations of outbuildings. Investigations also yielded American Indian pottery associated with historic groups like the Creek. Following completion of the archaeological excavations, the UWE Historic Trust reconstructed the Cook's House and Kitchen that stand before you.
Photo captions:
Left: West view of George W. Barkley House, Pensacola, Florida ca. 1950s.
Middle: Map of Barkley House excavation units and colonial building locations.
Right: Silver finger ring recovered during the Barkley House excavations.
Erected by University of West Florida Historic Trust.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Anthropology & Archaeology • Architecture • Colonial Era • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1825.
Location.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Spanish Exploration and Discovery (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Firefighter Vista S. Lowe (about 700 feet away); Supremacy, Siege and the Sea (approx. 0.2 miles away); William Bartram Trail (approx. 0.2 miles away); De Soto Trail / A Port with Promise (approx. 0.2 miles away); Maritime Prehistory (approx. 0.2 miles away); Christ Church (approx. 0.2 miles away); a different marker also named Christ Church (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Pensacola.
Regarding Barkley House. Popular venue for outdoor weddings and receptions.
Photographed By Mark Hilton, July 11, 2021
2. North side of Barkley House and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on October 10, 2021. It was originally submitted on July 12, 2021, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 238 times since then and 26 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 12, 2021, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.
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