Williamsburg, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)

George Davenport Shop

Reconstructed

— Colonial Williamsburg —

George Davenport Shop Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, July 2, 2023

1. George Davenport Shop Marker

Inscription. After attorney George Davenport’s death in 1766, his widow, Catherine, took in lodgers until her death in 1771. The family owned the house until 1779, renting it to upholster Joseph Kidd just before the revolution.

Erected by The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Notable Buildings • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1766.

Location. 37° 16.248′ N, 76° 41.517′ W. Marker is in Williamsburg, Virginia. Marker is on Francis Street East, 0.1 miles west of N. Waller Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 525 Francis St E, Williamsburg VA 23185, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Benjamin Waller House (within shouting distance of this marker); David Morton Shop (within shouting distance of this marker); Presbyterian Meetinghouse (within shouting distance of this marker); Isham Goddin Shop (within shouting distance of this marker); Ayscough House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); William Finnie House (about 300 feet away); The Blue Bell (about 300 feet away); George Jackson House & Store (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Williamsburg.

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George Davenport House Historical Report. (Submitted on July 7, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)

George Davenport Shop image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Brandon D Cross

2. George Davenport Shop

Credits. This page was last revised on July 8, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 7, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 70 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 7, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • J. J. Prats was the editor who published this page.