McRaven House, Historic residence in Vicksburg, United States.
Description
McRaven House is a residence in Vicksburg that displays both Greek Revival and Italianate architectural styles, developed across three distinct construction phases. The two-story building clearly shows these different styles through its structure and decorative details.
History
The structure developed over several decades, with a sheriff adding a second section in 1836 that featured Empire-period decorative elements. Each phase of expansion reshaped the home's appearance and layout.
Culture
The interior features furnishings and objects from different eras that reflect how domestic life evolved in Mississippi. The period kitchen gives visitors a sense of how people cooked and lived in earlier times.
Practical
Guided tours through the house and surrounding gardens are available, ranging from about 45 to 75 minutes depending on the type. The guides wear historical costumes, which adds to the experience.
Did you know?
A national magazine designated the house as a Time Capsule of the South because of how it preserves three separate architectural periods. This unusual layering of styles makes it a visual history book.
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