South of Broad in Charleston in Charleston County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
William Mills Tenement
c. 1801
Erected by Preservation Society of Charleston.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #03 Thomas Jefferson, and the South Carolina, Preservation Society of Charleston series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1835.
Location. 32° 46.567′ N, 79° 55.683′ W. Marker is in Charleston, South Carolina, in Charleston County. It is in South of Broad. Marker is on Elliott Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 16 Elliott Street, Charleston SC 29401, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 10 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Poinsett Tavern (within shouting distance of this marker); Col. Othneil Beale's House (within shouting distance of this marker); Second Bank of the United States (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); 83-107 East Bay Street Rainbow Row (about 300 feet away); Broad Street Site of Domestic Slave Trade (about 300 feet away); Thomas Bee's House (about 300 feet away); Ann Peacock House (about 300 feet away); Walker, Evans & Cogswell Company (about 300 feet away); One Broad Street (about 300 feet away); The John Fabre Jr. House (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Charleston.
Also see . . . Robert Mills. Robert Mills (August 12, 1781 – March 3, 1855), most famously known for designing the Washington Monument, is sometimes called the first native born American to become a professional architect, though Charles Bulfinch perhaps has a clearer claim to this honor. (Submitted on December 13, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 13, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 1,156 times since then and 52 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on December 13, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.