Historic District - North in Savannah in Chatham County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Colonial Town Gate
Davenport House
In 1757, during the administration of royal Governor Henry Ellis, a line of earthwork defenses, including a palisade, was erected around Savannah. Immediately west of this marker was located Bethesda Gate, one of the six entrances into the town. Through Bethesda Gate passed the Sea Island Road connecting Savannah and the tidewater settlements to the east and southeast.
This square, Known as Columbia Square, was laid out in 1799. Facing it on the north is the “Davenport House,” one of the handsomest examples of Georgian architecture in the South. This finely proportioned dwelling, completed in 1820 was designed and built by its owner, Isaiah Davenport (1784-1827), one of Savannah’s outstanding builder-architects.
In 1956 the “Davenport House” was restored by Historic Savannah Foundation as the first preservation project of that organization. It is open to the public at certain times during the week.
Erected 1959 by Georgia Historical Commission. (Marker Number 025-75.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Landmarks • Notable Buildings • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Georgia Historical Society series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1757.
Location. 32° 4.624′ N, 81° 5.281′ W. Marker is in Savannah, Georgia, in Chatham County. It is in the Historic District - North. Marker is on E. State Street near Habersham, on the left when traveling west. Marker is located in Columbia Square opposite the Davenport House. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Savannah GA 31401, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Berrien House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Barnard House (about 400 feet away); Tabby, Coquina, Sandstone, and Stucco (about 400 feet away); Owens-Thomas House (about 400 feet away); Richardson-Owens-Thomas House (about 500 feet away); Police Officers Monument (about 500 feet away); a different marker also named Owens-Thomas House (about 500 feet away); 1812 Wesley Chapel (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Savannah.
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