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John Faires House

McKinney, Collin County

Marker Text

This home was constructed in 1854 by John Faires (1801-1878), who had come to McKinney from Tennessee three years earlier. Near his home he built a Blacksmith Shop, where he worked skillfully with metal and wood. The hand chiseled front door of Faires' home reflects his Woodworking Craftsmanship. The Greek Revival Style House, originally located one block West, remained in the Faires Family until 1975.** Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1984***

Marker Details

Address 315 S. Chestnut St.
Location Description Chestnut Square
Marker # 1548
Dedicated 1984
Size, Type Medallion and Plate
Code Greek Revival (Architectural style); houses, residential buildings
Latitude, Longitude 33.194316, -96.612887

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