Macon in Bibb County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
The Dunlap House
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Photographed By Brandon D Cross, October 7, 2016
1. The Dunlap House Marker
The only battles fought at Macon took place here. Twice the Federals attacked Macon, emplanting their cannon on this farm, and twice they were repulsed. In the first attack under Gen. Stoneman on July 30, 1864, they shelled Macon from 10 A.M. until the late afternoon. “The residence of Mrs. Dunlap was occupied by the Federals who tore down her stabling and erected a temporary entrenchment across her yard.” The second attack was made Nov. 20, 1864 by General Kilpatrick who also crossed Walnut Creek and attacked from the same point.Erected 1954 by Georgia Historical Commission. (Marker Number 011-3.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. In addition, it is included in the Georgia Historical Society, and the Sherman’s March to the Sea series lists. A significant historical month for this entry is July 1923.
Location. 32° 50.58′ N, 83° 36.214′ W. Marker is in Macon, Georgia, in Bibb County. Marker is on Ocmulgee National Park Road, 0.2 miles Emery Highway (U.S. 80), on the right when traveling south
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Battles of Dunlap Farm (a few steps from this marker); William Bartram Trail (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named The Dunlap House (about 700 feet away); The Battle of Dunlap Hill-Stoneman's Raid (about 700 feet away); Fort Hawkins (approx. 0.6 miles away); War of 1812 Bicentennial Celebration (approx. 0.6 miles away); Gen. James Edward Oglethorpe (approx. 0.6 miles away); a different marker also named Fort Hawkins (approx. 0.7 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Macon.
More about this marker. This marker and the adjacent Battles of Dunlap Farm marker were located on Emery Highway (U.S. 80) just to the west of the entrance to the Ocmulgee National Monument, at the fence line (32° 50.883′ N, 83° 36.217′ W). They were moved to their present location just inside the park along the park road across from the Dunlap House itself.
Photographed By Brandon D Cross, October 7, 2016
2. The Dunlap House Marker
Photographed By Brandon D Cross, October 7, 2016
3. The Dunlap House Marker
Photographed By David Seibert, July 4, 2011
4. The Dunlap House and Farm Markers at their Previous Location
Looking east on Emery Highway, US 23-80-129, the Battles of Dunlap Farm marker is closest, with the Dunlap House marker in the distance, near the entrance to the Ocmulgee National Monument. Both markers have been relocated to inside the park (turn right at the light and go 2/10th of a mile to find them).
Photographed By David Seibert, July 4, 2011
5. The Dunlap House
Built c.1856, today the house is the residence of the Superintendent of the Ocmulgee National Monument.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 11, 2019. It was originally submitted on July 13, 2011, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 1,215 times since then and 74 times this year. Last updated on July 25, 2011, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 12, 2016, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. 4, 5. submitted on July 13, 2011, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
