| Historic Sherrill House - Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| HSP Category | Building |
| Period | 1907 |
| HSP Style | Building |
| Construction | wood |
| No. Stories | 1 |
| Notable Features | gables, porch, wrap around porch |
| Original Use | farm house |
| Present Use | being preserved and turned into a historical museum |
Chief James Vann owned a tavern with his brother-in-law, Buffington's Tavern, and it was at that location where Chief James Vann was shot and killed in 1809. He is buried just up the road in a marked grave in the woods along Old Federal Road.
Acknowledgements: The Chestatee River Chapter, NSDAR, Historic Preservation Committee has been working alongside the Cumming/Forsyth Historical Society since January 2023 to restore the gardens and pathways. The chapter provides continuous maintenance and support.
Form Submitted By: Chestatee River Chapter, NSDAR
Funded By:
The Sherrill House museum project has had direct donations by members of the Cumming/Forsyth Co. Historical Society, donations from Home Depot, Keep Forsyth County Beautiful, and gifts by the Chestatee River, NSDAR, to go towards the completion of the museum projects.
Information for the Visitors:
What you need to know if interested in visiting this destination:
- Condition of Property: Rehabilitate
- Open to the Public? Yes
- Public Fee: None
- Is it Family Friendly? Yes
- Lodging? No
- Brochure available? Yes
- Catalog available? No
- DVD available? No
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