Henegar House

The Henegar House is a brick structure built in 1849 located at 428 Market Street, recognized as the oldest surviving brick building in Bradley County. Its Federal-style design displays 19th-century craftsmanship with period-appropriate proportions and details.

Henry Benton Henegar built this residence after returning from the Indian removal, during which he served as wagon master under Cherokee leader John Ross. The house was constructed during a time of major regional transition and later witnessed the tensions of the approaching Civil War.

The house became a meeting point during the Civil War, hosting officers from opposing sides and embodying the region's internal divisions. Its walls witnessed the struggle families faced when forced to choose between competing loyalties.

The residence remains privately owned and can be viewed from Market Street, where its brick facade and Federal details are visible from the public right-of-way. Its downtown location makes it easy to find and accessible for exterior viewing.

General Sherman received military orders at this house on November 30, 1863, that placed him in command of troops advancing toward Knoxville. This moment transformed the residence into a turning point in the region's war history.

Location: Charleston

Inception: 1849

Architectural style: Federal architecture

Address: 458 Market Street

GPS coordinates: 35.28667,-84.75472

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:00