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Marsh Place
Oak-Lief Manor
Oak-Lief Manor
The Marsh Place is one of the early houses of Jefferson being built in 1860. It was purchased in 1861 by S. Marsh, who lived in the home for only 13 years but has been forever known as Marsh Place. One of the early owners, who occupied the home for over half a century, was Sarah Terhune Taylor. Mrs. Taylor was a prominent charter member of the 1881 Club, one of Texas oldest women’s clubs.
Oak-Lief Manor
Oak-Lief Manor
Oak-Lief Manor
This home, newly built in early 2020, on the corner of Moseley and Main, may sit on the site where a store/home once stood. The homeowners have a faint picture of the original structure, but have not stopped the search for additional information about the history of its originality. The home combines features admired in historical homes, but with modern features.
Secession Hall
Oak-Lief Manor
Secession Hall
Secession Hall, built in 1856, stands as stately and genteel as the Old South itself. Hosting political forums and charming social affairs, it was the home of Judge William S. Todd from 1858 to 1864. Judge Todd was a delegate to the Special State Convention, and with his fellow delegates, signed the Ordinance of Secession in 1861, making Texas the seventh state to join the Confederacy.
Black Swan
Enchanted Forest
Secession Hall
Black Swan was built in 1904 in the Craftsman style, with classic symmetry. The home has exposed rafters, wood siding, and is capped by an overhanging pyramid hip roof, complete with a dormer. The home still has its original 38 large windows, yet 4 were covered over, but are still located within the walls. It has a front porch and a balcony that was added in the 1980’s.
Enchanted Forest
Enchanted Forest
Enchanted Forest
Stroll through 115 Decorated and Lighted Christmas Trees at no charge. Various individuals, families, businesses and organizations decorate these endearing trees in support of the Jefferson Lions Club.
The Enchanted Forest is located in Lions Park at 502 E. Jefferson Street.