Bartholomew Manlove House - Basrop, TX - U.S. National Register of Historic Places on Waymarking.com

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This Greek Revival residence was built in 1853 for Bartholomew Manlove (b. 1776), who was elected the first mayor of Bastrop two years later. In 1857, the property was sold to Margaret Chambers (d. 1897). Formerly married to Josiah Wilbarger (d. 1844), the well-known survivor of an 1833 Indian attack near Austin, she later wed Col. T. W. Chambers, a veteran of the Texas Revolution. Constructed of native wood, the home was deeded to her daughter, Fenora, in 1890.

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NRHP Nomination Form

"2 story frame res. w/2-story open Greek Revival portico on square columns, gable roof w/end wall chimneys.

Represents a good example of Greek Revival architecture in Bastrop. Built in 1835 by B. Manlove; in 1857 bought by Margaret Chambers - first wife of Josiah Wilbarger."

Street address: 502 Elm Bastrop, TX USA County / Borough / Parish: Bastrop County Year listed: 1978 Historic (Areas of) Significance: Exploration/Settlement, Architecture Periods of significance: 1825-1849 Historic function: Domestic Current function: Domestic Privately owned?: yes Primary Web Site: [Web Link] Secondary Website 1: [Web Link] Season start / Season finish: Not listed Hours of operation: Not listed Secondary Website 2: Not listed National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed

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