Among Ashburn’s most architecturally significant houses, this was the childhood home of Betty Talmadge (1923-2005), a former First Lady of Georgia.
Shingler Heights Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
One of Macon’s most unique homes, this was originally built as a clapboard house typical of the Orange Terrace neighborhood but was remodeled, based on plans by architect Peter Dennis, in 1904. W. P. Stevens, owner of Stevens Pottery, expanded on Dennis’s design and added terra cotta highlights, reflecting his prominence in the ceramics industry. In later years, the house was used for boarders and as offices.
National Register of Historic Places
This grand Georgian house was designed by Dennis & Dennis for Granby Owen. The facade is of Indiana limestone and the Williamsurg-style bricks were handmade by Bickerstaff of Columbus. In 1957 the house was purchased by Jesse G. Bowles, Jr., a Justice of the Georgia Supreme Court. Mike McCall & I were wandering down Lumpkin Street and taking in its beautiful architecture when we were lucky enough to run into Judy Bowles, who gave us a warm and welcoming tour of the house and grounds. Judy is quite passionate about her home and all the historic architecture of Cuthbert.
The formal parlor is a wonderful space, anchored by an extraordinary mantle.
The stairwell is one of my favorite features of the house.
The arch windows are also great, typical of the work of Dennis & Dennis.
The landing is bright and inviting.
Cuthbert Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
This Tudor Revival home was designed for Dr. and Mrs. Job Caldwell Patterson by the firm of Dennis and Dennis. The 3 fireplaces are made of travertine which was mined near Grier’s Cave, located 7 miles north of Cuthbert. Dr. Patterson was a well-loved local physician who served as President of the Medical Association of Georgia.
Cuthbert Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
McRae was designated the Telfair County seat in 1871 (replacing Jacksonville) and a courthouse was constructed in 1873. A more modern structure was completed in 1904 and served until it burned in the early 1930s.
The present structure was built in 1934, incorporating some of the brick walls from the 1904 structure. It was designed by the Macon firm of Dennis & Dennis.
National Register of Historic Places
Designed by Dennis & Dennis, this courthouse is likely a New Deal construction.
National Register of Historic Places
Like many small Georgia towns, Donalsonville still has a lot of commercial storefronts remaining from a time when rural communities were busy centers of trade and commerce.
2nd Street was the busiest part of town and still has a large number of storefronts, though many are now empty.
This was the City Motor Company’s Marine Division. Boating and fishing are still quite important to the local economy, thanks to the proximity of Lake Seminole.
These examples on East 2nd Street are particularly nice.
Donalsonville Historic District, National Register of Historic Places