Bennett, Gov. Thomas, House
National Register Listing
Street Address:
69 Barre St., Charleston, SC (Charleston County)
Alternate Name:
Governor Thomas Bennett House
NRHP Nomination
Record Number:
S10817710099
Description and Narrative:
The Governor Thomas Bennett House is an outstanding example of Federal style architecture. It features exceptional design, proportions, and details of the period. The house is also significant as the home of Thomas Bennett (1781-1865), Governor of South Carolina 1820-1822. Probably built ca. 1825, the house is a two and one-half story clapboard structure set upon a stucco over brick English basement. In typical Charleston fashion, a one-story piazza supported by an arcaded basement extends down the front façade (south). In the center on the main level is an elaborate entrance which features engaged columns, sidelights, and an elliptical fanlight with heavily carved moldings. Above the entrance (on the second story) is a tripartite window with sidelights and entablature which is flanked by two 9/9 windows on either side. A semicircular fanlight is located in the pediment in the attic level with a dormer window on either side. Notable features include the elliptical stair which extends, with no visible means of support, to the second floor. The west façade reveals 20th century additions: part of the piazza has been enclosed and extended, and the northernmost end has had a two-story wing added to it. Included within the nominated acreage is the old servants quarters. Listed in the National Register January 31, 1978.
Period of Significance:
1825;19th century
Level of Significance:
Local
Area of Significance:
Commerce;Architecture;Industry;Politics/Government
National Register Determination:
listed
Date of Certification:
January 31 1978
