Natchez in Adams County, Mississippi — The American South (East South Central)
The Burn
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, March 10, 2024
1. The Burn Marker
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. In addition, it is included in the National Register of Historic Places series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1834.
Location. 31° 33.916′ N, 91° 23.772′ W. Marker is in Natchez, Mississippi, in Adams County. Marker is on North Union Street, 0.1 miles north of B Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 712 N Union St, Natchez MS 39120, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Gerard Brandon IV House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Lisle-Shields Town House (about 600 feet away); Natchez Children's Home (about 800 feet away); Rose Hill Missionary Baptist Church (approx. 0.2 miles away); Cottage Gardens (approx. ¼ mile away); Intersection of High and North Rankin streets (approx. 0.3 miles away); Dr. Dubs Town House (approx. 0.3 miles away); Intersection of High and North Pearl streets (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Natchez.
Regarding The Burn. Excerpts from the National Register nomination:
The Burn, a beautifully detailedand proportioned suburban structure, is the oldest documented Greek Revival residence in Natchez. (Britton and Koontz First National Bank, originally The Agricultural Bank, constructed in 1833, is the earliest documented Greek Revival building.) …
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The Burn was constructed in 1834 as the residence of John P. Walworth, wealthy planter, merchant, banker, and politician. The builder of the house was the firm of Montgomery and Keys (spelled variously as Keyes)…
According to family tradition, The Burn received its historic name at the time of its construction. The Scottish word for "brook" was chosen because a small brook originally flowed through the property. An 1881 deed is the first legal reference to the house by its historic name.
Also see . . .
1. The Burn (PDF). National Register nomination for the property, which was listed in 1979. (Prepared by Mary Warren Miller; via Mississippi Department of Archives and History) (Submitted on April 1, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)
2. Our History. The Burn is one of Natchez’s most significant purely Greek Revival homes. The outstanding architecture, antique 19th century furnishings, high style décor, landscaped gardens and fascinating history are just a few of the things that make the Burn so prominent
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, March 10, 2024
2. The Burn Marker
Featured marker is between the center door and the widow on its right.
3. House Tour: 1834 Greek Revival-The Burn, Natchez, MS. Video tour of the historic house and its grounds. Our Restoration Nation; uploaded December 22, 2022) (Submitted on April 1, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)
Credits. This page was last revised on April 1, 2024. It was originally submitted on April 1, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 46 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 1, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
