Belton in Anderson County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)

Chamberlain-Kay House

Photographed By Brian Scott, August 17, 2015

1. Chamberlain-Kay House Marker
Front

Inscription.
This house, built c. 1854 for railroad supervisor Charles C. Chamberlain, was among the first homes constructed in Belton. When the town incorporated in 1855, Chamberlain was chosen as the first intendent. Ira Williams, who was active in Democratic politics, bought the home in 1860 and it was a site of political rallies. In 1946 Judge William P. Kay purchased the house and his wife, Alice, operated the town kindergarten from here.

The Piedmont-style farmhouse originally fronted the town square and featured a long carriage drive lined by cedar trees. In the early 20th century the home was reoriented to face River St. stylistically, the house exemplifies evolving architectural tastes. combining original Greek Revival embellishments. It was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.

Erected 2015 by Kay Family Association and the Belton Area Museum Association. (Marker Number 04-42.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1854.

Location. 34° 31.45′ N, 82° 29.433′ W. Marker is in Belton, South Carolina, in Anderson County. Marker is at the intersection of River Street (State Highway 247) and William Street on River Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Belton SC 29627, United States of America. Touch for directions.

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At least 10 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. The Belton Standpipe (about 800 feet away, measured in a direct line); Belton Depot (approx. ¼ mile away); Greenville & Columbia RR / Belton (approx. ¼ mile away); Belton / Historic Belton (approx. ¼ mile away); Belton Academy / Central School (approx. 0.4 miles away); First Baptist Church of Belton (approx. half a mile away); Belton Veterans Memorial (approx. 0.7 miles away); Rocky River Baptist Association Headquarters (approx. 1.7 miles away); Dorchester Baptist Church World War II Veterans Plaque (approx. 2.2 miles away); Cooley's Bridge (approx. 4.8 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Belton.

Also see . . .
1. Chamberlain-Kay House. The Chamberlain-Kay House was built ca. 1854 as a residence for Charles C. Chamberlain. (Submitted on August 17, 2015, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.)

2. Chamberlain-Kay House. The Chamberlain-Kay House, is located in Belton, South Carolina, which is a city in Anderson County, South Carolina. (Submitted on August 17, 2015, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.)

Photographed By Brian Scott, August 17, 2015

2. Chamberlain-Kay House Marker
Front

Chamberlain-Kay House Marker<br>Reverse image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Brian Scott, August 17, 2015

3. Chamberlain-Kay House Marker
Reverse

Photographed By Brian Scott, August 17, 2015

4. Chamberlain-Kay House Marker
Reverse

Chamberlain-Kay House Marker<br>Front, Looking East Along River Street image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Brian Scott, August 17, 2015

5. Chamberlain-Kay House Marker
Front, Looking East Along River Street

Chamberlain-Kay House Marker<br>Reverse, Looking West Along River Street image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Brian Scott, August 17, 2015

6. Chamberlain-Kay House Marker
Reverse, Looking West Along River Street

Chamberlain-Kay House and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Brian Scott, August 17, 2015

7. Chamberlain-Kay House and Marker

Chamberlain-Kay House Marker Unveiling<br>Belton Area Museum image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Brian Scott, March 22, 2015

8. Chamberlain-Kay House Marker Unveiling
Belton Area Museum

Photographed By Brian Scott, March 22, 2015

9. Chamberlain-Kay House Marker Unveiling
Belton Area Museum

Credits. This page was last revised on January 26, 2022. It was originally submitted on August 17, 2015, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 682 times since then and 37 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. submitted on August 17, 2015, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.