Humboldt in Gibson County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)
1201 Main Street
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, March 20, 2022
1. 1201 Main Street Marker
This two story brick building was constructed
circa 1866 by Col. George W. Day.
This building housed the town's court rooms
in the 1860's and 1870's. It was the home to
one of Humboldt's longtime dry goods
merchants, the Baum Family. The utility
company also had an office in this building at
one point. It was remodeled in 1987, to be
used as the insurance office of Hale &
Herndon. In 2016, the Humboldt Mayor's
Office moved into this building.Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1866.
Location. 35° 49.205′ N, 88° 55.123′ W. Marker is in Humboldt, Tennessee, in Gibson County. Marker is at the intersection of West Main Street (U.S. 70A/79) and North 12th Avenue, on the right when traveling west on West Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1201 W Main St, Humboldt TN 38343, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. 1116 Main Street (within shouting distance of this marker); 1304 Main Street (within shouting distance of this marker); 1307-1309 Main Street (within shouting distance
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, March 20, 2022
2. 1201 Main Street Marker
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Credits. This page was last revised on March 25, 2022. It was originally submitted on March 24, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 54 times since then and 3 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 24, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
