HISTORIC HOMES IN KERNERSVILLE, NC

Kernersville has an abundance of beautiful historic homes, all of which can be enjoyed on a Downtown Kernersville walking tour.

In the 1770s, what is now known as Kernersville became a recognized point of commerce and interest in North Carolina. William Dobson opened an inn and store at the corner of two roads, which is now the intersection of  Main and Mountain Streets. Catering to travelers, including George Washington, the village grew around the inn and became known as Dobsons Crossroads.

Some 60 years later, the Dobson property was sold to a German businessman, Joseph Kerner. Two of Joseph's sons, John Frederick and Philip started the town's first tannery. The tannery operated during the Civil War providing leather goods for the Confederacy.

Here are some of the the most Historic Homes of Kernersville:

The Folly, as it is called, is Kernersville's most visible landmark and historic home. It contains 22 rooms on 7 levels (which equal about 3 1/2 floors) with 20 fireplaces. This home dates 1878-1880     

 

 

 The Folly

 Adkins House

Adelaide (Addie) Kerner, Adkins house, Circa: 1891

 

Dr Elias Kerner House 1857

 

 Dr Elias Kerner House

 Historic Kernersville Homes

J.W. Meredith House Circa:1900

Henry Clay Korner House 1892

 

 Henry Clay Korner House

I thoroughly enjoyed my Historic Homes of Kernersville walking tour and I hope you will too. Kernersville has many more Historic homes to enjoy, and a kaleidoscope of activities for all ages.                                                                                                        

 

2 Comments on HISTORIC HOMES IN KERNERSVILLE NC

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24
2009
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Great artical! We sometimes forget not everyone knows what the Folly is about! Gald to see you are doing well.
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Outside Blog

I agree with Stephen!!! Well done Michelle, looking forward to your next post!!!
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