Jefferson in Jackson County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Wheat House
Shields-Ethridge Heritage Farm
Sliding doors give access to sheds on the sides and rear of the building. These were used to store wagons, buggies and gear.
Like the commissary, this building was moved to its present position when Ethridge Road was realigned and paved in the 1950s. (Marker Number 9.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Architecture.
Location. 34° 3.77′ N, 83° 35.266′ W. Marker is in Jefferson, Georgia, in Jackson County. Marker can be reached from Etheridge Road just south of Johnson Mill Road, on the right when traveling south. Marker is mounted at eye-level on the front/east side of the building, just to the left of the entrance. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2355 Etheridge Road, Jefferson GA 30549, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Mule Barn, Yard and Cribs (a few steps from this marker); Garage (a few steps from this marker); Shields-Ethridge Heritage Farm (within shouting distance of this marker); Gristmill (within shouting distance of this marker); Commissary (within shouting distance of this marker); Blacksmith's Shop and Carpenter's Shop (within shouting distance of this marker); Milking Barn (within shouting distance of this marker); Tractor Shed (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Jefferson.
Regarding Wheat House. Contributing property, Shields-Ethridge Heritage Farm, National Register of Historic Places #92000814.
Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. Shields-Ethridge Heritage Farm
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