Near Trezevant in Carroll County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)

Hillsman House

Photographed By Ken Smith, February 3, 2012

1. Hillsman House Marker

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On the old McKenzie Road one mile north stands the historic home of Major Jack Hillsman, Civil War veteran, son of pioneer Reddick Hillsman from North Carolina who helped organize Carroll County in 1821. The two-story house, completed in 1869, was constructed of hand-planed lumber. Three generations of Hillsmans, all farmers, have lived in this house.

Erected by Tennessee Historical Commission. (Marker Number 4A 35.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Tennessee Historical Commission series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1821.

Location. 36° 1.407′ N, 88° 36.698′ W. Marker is near Trezevant, Tennessee, in Carroll County. Marker is at the intersection of Broad Street (U.S. 76) and Oak Grove Road (Old McKenzie Road), on the right when traveling south on Broad Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 6619 North Broad Street, Trezevant TN 38258, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Reedy Creek Missionary Baptist Church (approx.

Photographed By Ken Smith, February 3, 2012

2. Hillsman House Marker

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3 miles away); Bethel College (approx. 3 miles away); McLemoresville United Methodist Church (approx. 3.1 miles away); Forrest's Raid (approx. 3.2 miles away); First County Court (approx. 3.2 miles away); Christmasville (approx. 3.3 miles away); Gordon Browning (approx. 6.2 miles away); Carroll County / Gibson County (approx. 6½ miles away).

Photographed By Ken Smith, February 3, 2012

3. Hillsman House Marker

Photographed By Ken Smith, February 3, 2012

4. Hillsman House Marker

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Photographed By Ken Smith, February 3, 2012

5. Hillsman House

At Drive: N 36.03974* W -088.61285* Approx. address 1197 Oak Grove Road.

Photographed By Ken Smith, February 3, 2012

6. Hillsman House

House; N 36* 02' 23.7294" W -088* 36' 43.1778" approx.

Photographed By Ken Smith, February 3, 2012

7. Hillsman House

This is the front of the house. At one time the drive went in from the right and to the front of the house.

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on February 3, 2012, by Ken Smith of Milan, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 1,348 times since then and 36 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on February 3, 2012, by Ken Smith of Milan, Tennessee. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.