The Oaks House Museum, Greek Revival house in Belhaven Heights Historic District, Jackson, United States.
The Oaks House Museum occupies a single-floor residence at 823 North Jefferson Street, featuring architectural elements of the Greek Revival period from 1856.
The residence survived the burning of Jackson during the Civil War and belonged to three generations of the Boyd family from 1853 until 1960.
The museum displays period furnishings and objects that show how the Boyd family, including Jackson Mayor James H Boyd, lived during the 19th century.
Located at the corner of North Jefferson Street, the museum offers regular guided tours through the main building and remaining sections of the original property.
The property started as a 4-acre urban farm with multiple structures including a barn, detached kitchen, smokehouse, and greenhouse supporting the main residence.
Location: Jackson
Inception: 1856
Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture
Floors above the ground: 1
Part of: Belhaven Heights Historic District
Address: 823 North Jefferson Street
GPS coordinates: 32.30889,-90.17611
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:53
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