York in York County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
219 East Liberty Street
Significant Site
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Photographed by Mark Parker, November 1, 2024
1. 219 East Liberty Street Marker
219 East Liberty Street
York Historic District
South Carolina Department of Archives and History
The National Register of Historic Places (Marker Number 6.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings.
Location. 34° 59.52′ N, 81° 14.24′ W. Marker is in York, South Carolina, in York County. It is on East Liberty Street (South Carolina Route 161) east of College Street, on the left when traveling east. The marker is on the left post to the left of the steps. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 219 East Liberty Street, York SC 29745, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Midlands and in the Olde English District. 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 original Cherokee Nation, 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: 217 East Liberty Street (a few steps from this marker); 216 East Liberty Street (within shouting distance of this marker); 213 East Liberty Street (within shouting distance of this marker); York County Confederate Monument (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); 230 East Liberty Street (about 400 feet away); 203 East Liberty Street (about 400 feet away); 234 East Liberty Street (about 600 feet away); 110 East Liberty Street (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in York.
More about this marker. The house is a contributing building to
this page online
Regarding 219 East Liberty Street. Excerpt from the Historic York South Carolina Walking Tour ©2002 Yorkville Historical Society, re-printed 2012. Obtained from YHS 11/1/24.
This may be the oldest house in York. It It is one of three built in the 1700's, but precise dates are unknown. The house was built in three major stages of construction. The first part (late 1700s) had a square floor plan and central chimney, and the original one cut-stone foundation pillars are still in place. The chimney was removed, but the foundation remains. The second stage of construction was ca. 1840...Around 1855-1860 the third stage of construction added the columned front porch in Greek Revival Style. William D. Miller was the builder and presumably the owner during this construction.
Also see . . .
1. York Historic District Nomination Form (pdf). Form prepared by Julie Burr, Historic Preservation Division, South Carolina Department of Archives and History 1979 (Submitted on February 27, 2025, by Mark Parker of Hickory, North Carolina.)
2. York Historic District. South Carolina Department of Archives and History
The York Historic District consists of approximately 180 contributing properties located in the significant downtown(Submitted on February 27, 2025, by Mark Parker of Hickory, North Carolina.)commercial and residential areas of the town of York. Although there are numerous structures from the early settlement of the town, the majority were constructed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Established as the county seat, York has continuously served as a political center for York County.Photographed by Mark Parker, November 1, 20242. 219 East Liberty Street Marker at front porch
Photographed by Mark Parker, November 1, 2024
3. Full view 219 East Liberty Street
Completed in 1854, this two-story clapboard residence with gable roof features two-story portico on its front facade, recessed transom and sidelights around the main door, and 9/9 windows.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 22, 2025. It was originally submitted on February 27, 2025, by Mark Parker of Hickory, North Carolina. This page has been viewed 86 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 27, 2025, by Mark Parker of Hickory, North Carolina. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
