Woodville in Wilkinson County, Mississippi — The American South (East South Central)
Habig House
c.1805
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, March 10, 2024
1. Habig House Marker
Believed to be one of oldest local homes. Fine example of Gothic Revival Cottage. Henry Habig, local blacksmith, bought it in 1857[?]
Private.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Agriculture. In addition, it is included in the National Register of Historic Places series list.
Location. 31° 6.303′ N, 91° 17.816′ W. Marker is in Woodville, Mississippi, in Wilkinson County. Marker is at the intersection of Water Street and Church Street, on the right when traveling west on Water Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 384 Water St, Woodville MS 39669, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Bramlette House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Cohen House (about 300 feet away); Jacob Cohen Cottage (about 400 feet away); D'Aquila Service Station (about 400 feet away); Fort Adams (about 500 feet away); Old Joseph Homestead (about 500 feet away); Polk's Meat Market (about 600 feet away); Noble House (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Woodville.
Regarding Habig House. “One-and-a-half-story frame residence with undercut gallery, braced
pent, clapboard and flush siding. Nine-over-six windows, irregular fenestration,
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“Contributing building which promotes the architectural significance of the Woodville Historic District.”
- from NRHP Nomination Form. Note: The Nomination Form has many inaccuracies throughout, and some mistakes might be included on this marker. For example, this home is not a fine example of a Gothic Revival Cottage. Not circa 1805. etc.
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, March 10, 2024
2. Habig House and Marker
3. Habig House
Credits. This page was last revised on April 22, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 20, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 86 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 20, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. 3. submitted on March 24, 2024, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. • Craig Baker was the editor who published this page.
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