Charleston in Charleston County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
The Colonel Alexander Hext Tenements
51-53 Tradd Street
circa 1736
Photographed By Michael Sean Nix, December 27, 2010
1. The Colonel Alexander Hext Tenements Marker
This Georgian double-tenement is located on part of lot number 60 of the Grand Modell, a city plan developed between 1670-1680. Lot number 60 was granted originally to Robert Tradd, after whose family Tradd Street is named. The property was constructed circa 1736 as an investment by Colonel Alexander Hext, a Johns Island planter who served as a member of the Commons House of Assembly from 1725-1736. Number 53 Tradd was later the home of George Saxby, a prominent merchant and planter. Saxby served as a member of the Commons House of Assembly in 1746 and from 1751-1753, and as Inspector of Stamp Duties during the Stamp Act crisis of 1765. During the crisis, a mob ransacked his house in search of stamps and Saxby was burned in effigy. The Colonel Hext Tenements were restored in the 1950's.Erected by The Preservation Society of Charleston.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the South Carolina, Preservation Society of Charleston series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1736.
Location.
Photographed By Michael Sean Nix, December 27, 2010
2. The Colonel Alexander Hext Tenements
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The George Ducat House (a few steps from this marker); The William Vanderhorst House (a few steps from this marker); Jacob Motte House (within shouting distance of this marker); Dr. William Cleland's House (within shouting distance of this marker); 58 Tradd Street (within shouting distance of this marker); William Harvey House (within shouting distance of this marker); 83-85 Church Street (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Timothy Ford's House (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Charleston.
Photographed By Michael Sean Nix, December 27, 2010
3. The Colonel Alexander Hext Tenements
Photographed By Mike Stroud, October 6, 2011
4. The Colonel Alexander Hext Tenements Marker at 53 Tradd Street
Included next to the marker
Medallion:
Award
Carolopolis
Condita A.D.
1670
Preservation Society of Charleston
The Carolopolis Award is a plaque placed on buildings that have been preserved, restored, rehabilitated or are outstanding examples of new construction. The award is presented to those individuals, businesses or organizations that currently own the property. The Carolopolis Award is a slightly modified reproduction of the seal of the City of Charleston. The word Carolopolis comes from the original name of the city
Award
Carolopolis
Condita A.D.
1670
Preservation Society of Charleston
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on December 27, 2010, by Michael Sean Nix of Spartanburg, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 610 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on December 27, 2010, by Michael Sean Nix of Spartanburg, South Carolina. 4. submitted on October 9, 2011, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
