410 Anderson Street

Ellisville, Mississippi 39437

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE

This home derives its significance from its unusual architectural character, for its historical association with the murder of Confederate Army officer Major Amos McLemore by Newton Knight, and from its long history of family ownership. The semi octagonal, well detailed entrance vestibule is the only one of its kind known to exist in Mississippi. The simulated rusticated stone treatment of the facade and side elevations, while not unique, is unusual and well executed. It is considered to be the oldest home in Jones County, Mississippi. A recent Dendrochronological study by the University of Southern Mississippi found that the lumber (Virgin Long Leaf Pine) in the home was growing in the 1400's before the arrival of Christopher Columbus. 

The original owner was Amos and Eleanor Baskin Deason. Current owner is Tallahala Chapter NSDAR. The home is the meeting place for the Tallahala Chapter. Tours and open houses, where the home's history is recounted. School field trips are held to educate students about the home and local history.

Form submitted by Tallahala Chapter NSDAR Mississippi  -  Posted 04/27/2017

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