Cornish House

Cornish House is a residence in Little Rock with brick walls, granite railings, and clay tile roof spanning three floors and approximately 8,200 square feet. The main house contains five bedrooms and is accompanied by a separate carriage house.

Edward Cornish, president of American Bank of Commerce, commissioned architect Theodore Sanders to design and build this house in 1917. The property later served as a nursing facility from 1940 to 1973 before returning to private residential use.

The top floor held a ballroom where Little Rock's upper class gathered for parties and formal events during the early 1900s. This space reflected the social customs and wealth of that era.

The house sits on Arch Street and can be located by following the main streets through Little Rock's historic neighborhoods. Visitors should check in advance whether the private property allows access and the best approach for viewing.

Few people realize the house operated as a nursing facility for over three decades, transforming its purpose from a private mansion to a care facility. This shift in function represents a significant chapter in the property's life beyond its original design.

Location: Little Rock

Inception: 1917

Architects: Charles L. Thompson and associates

GPS coordinates: 34.73111,-92.27972

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:03