Tate House, Historic mansion in Morganton, North Carolina
The Tate House stands as a three-bay brick mansion featuring a center hall plan, mansard roof, and a three-story octagonal tower at 100 S. King Street.
Built around 1850 in Greek Revival style, the residence underwent substantial modifications in 1868 when Samuel McDowell Tate transformed it into the Second Empire architectural design.
The property represents the evolution of residential architecture in North Carolina, combining both Greek Revival and Second Empire styles in a single structure.
The National Register of Historic Places designated mansion occupies 3 acres of land and maintains its original architectural elements from the nineteenth century.
The mansion features an unusual architectural combination with its octagonal tower, mansard roof, and preserved brick construction from different design periods.
Location: North Carolina
GPS coordinates: 35.74420,-81.68920
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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