Historical Houses in ColumbiaTusculum
House Histories
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Morris House
This house is the oldest continuously occupied home in the county. Built in 1804 as a log cabin, it later underwent additions and Victorian updates indicative of its current style. During a modern renovation, the original cabin hearth fireplace was uncovered. This building is thought to have been built by a local tanner named James Morris.
Langdon House
This home was occupied by Dr. Langdon, a Civil War surgeon who set up his private practice in a small building on the front corner of the property. This office replicated the gothic architecture of the house and can be seen in its current home in Sharon Woods' Heritage Village Museum. The Langdon family wrote a book about the family's history:
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Stites House
This 17 room house once known as "Sunny Mansion" was built in the 1830s by Hezekiah Stites, Jr.- son of Columbia founder, Benjamin Stites. Built in the English Regency architectural style, the original building was only four rooms. An addition was made in 1867. In 1905, new owner, WE Bennett, converted the building into apartments. In 1931, Paul Lily purchased the property.
3718 Morris Place
3718 Morris Place, aka The Stephens House (at one time, #62 Morris Place)
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