Between 100 and 200 millions of years ago, a
meteor near 1,000 feet in diameter, weighing in
excess of 100 million tons and traveling more
than 10 miles per second, struck the earth at
this location with a shattering impact. . . . — — Map (db m155812) HM
In 1911 the Erin Elementary/High School was constructed high upon hill above. These steps were constructed to provide a safe access to the school. Before busses were mechanically able to go up and down the winding gravel road, all students and . . . — — Map (db m205471) HM
These kilns were erected around 1870 when the lime industry began to
flourish in Houston County. History records that John Conroy of
Clarksville was the first to operate a limekiln in this vicinity. The kilns
were constructed of chiseled stone, . . . — — Map (db m162741) HM
The Quarry Lime Kiln, the only one of four original kilns that remains at this site situated along the edge of a large limestone quarry, was constructed of a limestone exterior and brick interior c. 1880s. Considered the largest and most modern of . . . — — Map (db m205476) HM
Established in 1860 as a station on the Memphis, Clarksville & Louisville Railroad, Stewart Station was named for Duncan Stewart, an early settler in this area. His settlement is believed to be the first in what is now Houston County. By 1878 the . . . — — Map (db m155813) HM