Columbus in Muscogee County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)

700 Broadway

Photographed by David Seibert, August 25, 2009

1. 700 Broadway Marker

Inscription. Situated on a lot that was part of Edward Lloyd Thomas’ original 1828 plan for the city, this c. 1870 Victorian townhouse is the only one of its design in Columbus. Among the families which inhabited this house was that of Stirling Price Gilbert (1862-1951) a Georgia Supreme Court Justice, who served with distinction in that capacity for twenty years. Because of its desirable setting and architectural significance, this structure was acquired by the Historic Columbus Foundation in 1976 and became the Foundation’s Headquarters in 1977. The only two story solid brick house in the Historic District, this property was listed on the national Register of Historic Places in 1969.

Erected 1989 by Historic Chattahoochee Commission and the Historic Columbus Foundation.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1828.

Location. 32° 27.554′ N, 84° 59.584′ W. Marker is in Columbus, Georgia, in Muscogee County. It is at the intersection of Broadway and 7th Street, on the right when traveling north on Broadway. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 700 Broadway, Columbus GA 31901, 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: Sarah Turner Butler Heritage Corner (a few steps

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from this marker); Woodruff Farm House and Log Cabin (a few steps from this marker); Dr. Pemberton’s Country Home (within shouting distance of this marker); Pemberton Cottage (within shouting distance of this marker); The Pemberton House (within shouting distance of this marker); Walker – Peters – Langdon House (within shouting distance of this marker); Col. W. L. Salisbury (within shouting distance of this marker); Origin of Memorial Day (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Columbus.

Another marker is no longer nearby. John Stith Pemberton (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been confirmed missing).

700 Broadway House and Marker (Center) image. Click for full size.

Photographed by David Seibert, August 25, 2009

2. 700 Broadway House and Marker (Center)

700 Broadway image. Click for full size.

Photographed by David Seibert, August 25, 2009

3. 700 Broadway

Photographed by David Seibert, August 25, 2009

4. 700 Broadway

Sarah Turner Butler Heritage Corner Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by David Seibert, December 28, 2006

5. Sarah Turner Butler Heritage Corner Marker

The marker is located in front of 700 Broadway. The text reads: Founded in 1966, Historic Columbus Foundation celebrated its 47th anniversary by honoring Mrs. Clarence (Sarah Turner) Butler. Through the vision and determination of this former HCF president and chairman, a total of nine historic structures, all contiguous and boarding on either Seventh Street or Broadway, were rehabilitated. Her leadership fostered the vibrant preservation movement in Columbus, Georgia.

Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2020. It was originally submitted on September 24, 2009, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 1,810 times since then and 40 times this year. Last updated on October 2, 2009, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on September 24, 2009, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.