Burt-Stark Mansion

The Burt-Stark Mansion is a two-story house with four square columns supporting a large portico and shuttered windows with small panes along its front. The building shows the classical Greek Revival style typical of Southern architecture from its era.

The house was built in the 1830s and served as a residence for wealthy families during the pre-Civil War period. In May 1865, an important meeting took place here where Confederate advisors discussed the direction of the Southern cause.

The house contains furnishings and household objects from the 1850s and 1860s that show how wealthy Southern families lived during that era. The rooms tell the story of daily life in these households during a time of major change.

The house is located on North Main Street and welcomes visitors who can experience guided tours of the building. It sits in the central part of Abbeville and is easy to reach on foot.

The property preserves a separate kitchen building from the 1830s that shows how cooking spaces were kept apart from the main house. The grounds feature gardens designed by an English landscaper that give the property its distinctive character.

Location: Abbeville

Inception: 1865

GPS coordinates: 34.18111,-82.38306

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:58