Gillespie Stone House 1A 74 - Tennessee Historical Markers on Waymarking.com

The Old Stone House was built in 1792 in what was then the western frontier of North Carolina. Throughout the year this historic home has has been occupied an remained a private resience. For more information on the Gillespie Stone House: (visit link)

The text of the historic marker reads:

GILLESPIE STONE HOUSE
"This was built 1792 for George Gillespie by Seth Smith a Quaker stone mason from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. An early fort originally stood on the site, and was the dividing line between Washington and Greene Counties in 1783. This house was purchased in 1842 by Jacob Klepper and has been preserved by his descendants."

Marker Name: Gillespie Stone House Marker Location: Roadside Type of Marker: Building Marker Number: 1A-74 Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker: Tennessee Historical Commission

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