
The Olde Pink House - Savannah, GA
N 32° 04.778 W 081° 05.388
17S E 491525 N 3549265
Quick Description: Savannah's Olde Pink House was so named for the beautiful shade of "pink" stucco, which covers its old brick. This Georgian mansion was built in 1789 for James Habersham Jr. It is located at 23 Abercorn St in Savannah.
Location: Georgia, United States
Date Posted: 6/13/2008 12:11:44 PM
Waymark Code: WM3ZT7
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Long Description:
From the Visit Historic Savannah
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Savannah's Olde Pink House was so named for the beautiful shade
of "pink" stucco, which covers its old brick. This Georgian mansion
was built in 1789 for James Habersham Jr., one of Savannah's most
important early cotton factors and founding-family members. The lot
was originally a land grant from the British Crown. The building is
a fine example of colonial architecture, and one of the few
buildings to survive the fire of 1796. Of particular interest is
the Greek portico with a beautiful Palladian window above. The
fanlight over the front door is one of the oldest in Georgia. The
interior features a lovely but simple Georgian stairway.
The Bolton family, sister and brother-in law of architect
William Jay, occupied the house from 1804 to 1812. Between 1812 and
1865, the house was home to the Planter's Bank and First Bank of
Georgia. It also served as headquarters for Union General Zebulon
York in 1865. One of the early restorations, it is now home to an
elegant restaurant and cellar tavern beneath. The restaurant is
well known for their romantic dinners.