Marymont (Murfreesboro, Tennessee)

Marymont is a historic mansion in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, U.S.. It was built in 1860-1861 for Hiram Jenkins.[2] In 1878, it was inherited by his niece, Nimmie Jenkins, and her husband, Dr. J. J. Rucker.[2] They named the house after their daughter, Mary Rucker.[2]

Marymont
Marymont in 2014
Marymont (Murfreesboro, Tennessee) is located in Tennessee
Marymont (Murfreesboro, Tennessee)
Marymont (Murfreesboro, Tennessee) is located in the United States
Marymont (Murfreesboro, Tennessee)
Nearest cityMurfreesboro, Tennessee
Coordinates35°49′12″N 86°28′45″W
Area2.88 acres (1.17 ha)
Architectural styleClassical Revival, Roman Revival
NRHP reference No.73001824[1]
Added to NRHPOctober 30, 1973
Modern floor plan based on current photos, property visits and a floor plan found in an old text.
Marymont Mansion in the original brick color. Replacement of current color done in Photoshop.

The house was designed in the Classical Revival architectural style, with Roman Revival finishes.[2] It has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since October 30, 1973.[3]

References
  1. "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. July 9, 2010.
  2. "National Register of Historic Places Inventory--Nomination Form: Marymont". National Park Service. United States Department of the Interior. Retrieved December 12, 2017.
  3. "Marymont". National Park Service. United States Department of the Interior. Retrieved December 12, 2017.
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