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November 23, 2008
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324 East State St. 912-236-8097
House website
Here's the linchpin of historic preservation in Savannah. The threat of destruction of this house prompted seven strong Savannah women in 1955 to band together in outraged opposition. This band of seven grew into the vital organization now known as the Historic Savannah Foundation, Inc. History tells that builder Isaiah Davenport came from Rhode Island and married Sarah Rosamund Clark. In 1818, Davenport became a city alderman and began construction of this distinguished residence. Built of brick in Federal style, Davenport House is rich with delicate wrought iron. The sweeping, double entrance has a fanlight over the front door. Now a house museum with garden and gift shop, Davenport House is furnished to reflect the life style of Isaiah and Sarah, its first occupants.
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