Ross-Sewell House
The Ross-Sewell House is a house in Jackson, in the U.S. state of Tennessee.
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| Location | 909 Highland Avenue, Jackson, Tennessee, U.S. |
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| Built | c. 1904 |
| Architectural style | Queen Anne |
| NRHP reference No. | 83003049 |
| Added to NRHP | January 27, 1983 |
Location
The house is located at 909 Highland Avenue in Jackson, a city in Madison County, Tennessee, USA.[1]
History
The land was acquired by George E. Rauscher, a businessman from Erin, Tennessee, in 1904.[2] Shortly after, he built this house.[1][2] It was designed in the Queen Anne architectural style.[2]
In 1920, the house was acquired by Judge John William Ross.[2] After his death in 1925, the house was held in a trust owned by the Jackson Building and Savings Association.[2] In 1934, it was purchased by Samuel Sewell.[2] After his death in 1936, it was inherited by his widow, Floy.[2]
Architectural significance
It has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since January 27, 1983.[1]
References
- "Ross-Sewell House". National Park Service. Retrieved September 15, 2015.
- "National Register of Historic Places--Nomination Form: Ross-Sewell House". National Park Service. Retrieved September 15, 2015.
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