Isom Place, Greek Revival house in North Lamar Historic District, Oxford, United States.
Isom Place is a two-story house in the North Lamar Historic District displaying classical Greek Revival style with white exterior and columned entry. The symmetrically placed windows and formal portico create a balanced front facade typical of the period.
Built in 1843, the house represents the architectural traditions of antebellum Mississippi. Its listing on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980 recognized its value as a historical document of the region.
The residence displays the domestic life of 19th-century Mississippi through its formal design and architectural choices that reflect the owner's social standing. Visitors can sense how the household functioned through the symmetry of spaces and the prominent placement of rooms.
The property sits at the corner of North Lamar Boulevard and Jefferson Avenue, making it easy to locate in the historic neighborhood. The exterior features and overall structure are visible from the street, allowing for observation without special access.
Important discussions related to the founding of the University of Mississippi took place within these walls, linking the house to a pivotal moment in state education. This connection makes it a notable site in Mississippi's academic beginnings.
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