As best I can determine from limited sources, this was the home of Dr. William Benjamin Johnson Hardman (23 November 1822-21 August 1904), the father of Governor Lamartine Hardman, who was also a physician. The elder Dr. Hardman was one of the most prominent and best-known citizens Harmony Grove (changed to Commerce in 1909). Dr. Hardman served in Deadwyler’s Company, 4th Georgia Cavalry.
Information about the history of this massive house is hard to locate, but for a time it was known as the “Wallpaper School” for a later use. Now it seems to be simply known as “The White Columns”. Whatever its background, this 6000-square-foot stunner is presently for sale.
Filed under --JACKSON COUNTY GA--, Commerce GA
Tagged as Georgia Architecture, Georgia Houses, Georgia Landmarks
State Street is located just off South Broad and most of its historic storefronts have also been restored.
Commerce Commercial Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
Many of the historic storefronts in downtown Commerce have been nicely restored. It’s a busy area.
Most of these structures houses businesses typical of small towns, from department and grocery stores to lawyer’s and doctor’s offices.
Commerce Commercial Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
Commerce Commercial Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
This is about as authentic an old grocery store as you’ll find anywhere. Located a mile or so from Commerce, it was likely “out in the country” when it was open.
Filed under --JACKSON COUNTY GA--, Commerce GA
Tagged as Coca-Cola, Georgia Grocery Stores, Georgia Landmarks, Georgia Signs, Georgia Vernacular Architecture
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