Macon in Bibb County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Emerson Building
Photographed by Duane and Tracy Marsteller, November 20, 2021
1. Emerson Building Marker
Built in 1859 for Dr. George Emerson, the building is a prominent example of Italianate architecture. The 23 foot wide Brownstone was designed by New York architects, T. Thomas & Sons, who are also renowned for the Hay House. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the building showcases solid hardwood doors rising 12 feet tall, four inches thick and windows are 16 feet high. The parlor is 30 feet long with a 28 foot high barrel ceiling. A curved staircase has the original mahogany banisters.
Between 1864 and 1865, both sides during the War Between the States briefly occupied the building. Dr. Emerson and, later, Dr. W. P. Holmes and son operated successful dental practices here for over 80 years. Restorations of the building began in 1985 by Emmett Barnes and in 2008 by Tony Widner. Local Macon artist, Sterling Everett, was commissioned to paint large murals of 1800's Macon scenes within the original moldings of the parlor. Benjy Griffith completed a full restoration of the entire building in 2018.
Erected 2017 by John Alden Chapter, National Society Colonial Dames XVII Century.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Arts, Letters, Music
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Location. 32° 50.242′ N, 83° 37.651′ W. Marker is in Macon, Georgia, in Bibb County. It is at the intersection of Mulberry Street (Georgia Route 49) and 2nd Street Lane, on the right when traveling east on Mulberry Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 566 Mulberry St, Macon GA 31201, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Georgia’s Piedmont. It is also in the American South and specifically in the Deep South. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Peyton Anderson (within shouting distance of this marker); Jefferson Davis at the Lanier House (within shouting distance of this marker); The Lanier House (within shouting distance of this marker); Wilson's Raid To Macon (within shouting distance of this marker); Sidney Lanier's Law Office (within shouting distance of this marker); Sidney Lanier (within shouting distance of this marker); Hardeman Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Bibb County (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Macon.
Regarding Emerson Building. Excerpt from the
Photographed by Larry Gertner
2. Emerson-Holmes Building
National Register of Historic Places: Digital Archive on NPGallery website entry
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Built by Dr. Emerson, dentist, from New Hampshire. Occupied later by Dr. W. P. Holmes and later by his son, Dr. W. B. Holmes, dentists. Rear rooms on second floor used as offices by Dr. Emerson, and third floor as living quarters. Had been used continuously for 82 years as dental office. Bought by John Dennis in 1926 and turned back. Office of Dennis & Dennis at back and Dr. Holmes is in front.
Photographed by Duane and Tracy Marsteller, November 20, 2021
3. Emerson Building Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on November 26, 2021. It was originally submitted on November 25, 2021, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 531 times since then and 40 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on November 25, 2021, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. 2. submitted on November 26, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. 3. submitted on November 25, 2021, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
