Todd-Terhune Residence
Jefferson, Marion County, Texas
Marker Inscription
In 1856 or 1857 C. S. Sabine built this Greek revival house with its large central hallway. In 1858 the residence was sold to District Judge William S. Todd (1808-1864), who attended the Secession convention of 1861. The dwelling was occupied from 1869 to 1912 by the family of Dr. Archibald A. Terhune (1825-1891), popular local physician. He added a small room on the east side of the house for his office. His wife Mary Frances (Ware) (1831-1904) was a noted gardener. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1978
Erected by Texas Historical Commission
The Story
Built in the late 1850s in the Greek Revival style with a broad central hallway, this house was soon sold to District Judge William S. Todd, who took part in the 1861 Secession Convention. From 1869 to 1912 it was home to the family of Dr. Archibald A. Terhune, a popular local physician who added a small room for his office, while his wife Mary Frances earned a reputation as a noted gardener. The dwelling reflects the prosperity and social standing of Jefferson's leading families in the Civil War era.
Why it matters
The home ties the elegant domestic life of a thriving antebellum river town to the momentous decision for secession, embodied in the judge who helped take Texas out of the Union.
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Related people
- · William S. Todd
- · Archibald A. Terhune
- · Mary Frances Ware Terhune
Related events
- · Texas Secession Convention of 1861
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