Ocala in Marion County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
The Chambliss House
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, December 23, 2021
1. The Chambliss House Marker
A Part of the Ocala Historic District:
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This Victorian Frame Style House was built in 1891. It is named for Zack Chambliss who co-founded the Munroe-Chambliss Bank, and also founded The First Livestock Firm in Marion County in 1892.
Erected by Historic Ocala Preservation Society, Inc.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Architecture • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1891.
Location. 29° 11.132′ N, 82° 7.78′ W. Marker is in Ocala, Florida, in Marion County. Marker is at the intersection of East Fort King Street and Southeast Wenona Avenue (Southeast 8th Avenue), on the left when traveling east on East Fort King Street. Marker is mounted on a ground-level granite block beside the sidewalk at the southeast corner of the property. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 743 East Fort King Street, Ocala FL 34471, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Bullock House (a few steps from this marker); The Osborne House (within shouting distance of this marker); Anderson-Frank House (within shouting distance of this marker); The Rheinauer House (within shouting distance of this marker); The Bryant House (about 400 feet away, measured in a
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More about this marker. A second historical marker regarding this house stands beside the Downtown Mobile Device Tour marker.
Regarding The Chambliss House. Built by 1891, the Chambliss House is an excellent example of the continuation of the Queen Anne Revival influence in its asymmetrical massing, decorative wood and glass work.
Contributing property, Ocala Historic District, National Register of Historic Places #84000912.
Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. Historic Ocala Preservation Society Downtown Mobile Device Tour
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, December 23, 2021
2. The Z.C. Chambliss House Marker
(additional marker at this location)
(additional marker at this location)
Built in 1891 this Victorian Frame Vernacular Carpenter style house exhibits Gothic architectural influences. Extensive intricate woodwork along with French stained glass and tile influences, is featured throughout the interior. It was the residence of Z.C. Chambliss, Vice-President and Co-founder of Munroe and Chambliss Bank in 1897.
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, December 23, 2021
3. Chambliss House & Giant Oak Tree (southeast elevation)
Built by 1891, the Chambliss House is an excellent example of the continuation of the Queen Anne Revival influence in its asymmetrical massing, decorative wood and glass work.(marker is visible just inside sidewalk, at corner)
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, December 23, 2021
4. Chambliss House (east elevation)
Credits. This page was last revised on August 28, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 4, 2022, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 205 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on January 4, 2022, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
