James Bradley House

Smith County's James Bradley House is located in the small community of Dixon Springs. The home was constructed in 1805 by Revolutionary War veteran James Bradley. The home was part of a 367 acre planation that Bradley purchased at the end of the 18th century from William Sanders. The home is a fine example of the Federal architectural style, as the home contains all the necessary features of this architectural style. These features include red brick set in American running bond, chimneys on either side, and a simple entryway. There may also have been a portico on the house at one time as evidenced by lines above the transom. On September 18, 1978 the James Bradley House was added to the National Register of Historic Places under Criterion A for its overall historical significance, and Criterion C for its architectural significance. According to its National Register file, the home was in a dilapidated state when it was being nominated, but it has since been restored. The Federal architectural style is very scarce in Tennessee's Upper Cumberland, but the James Bradley House helps keep the architectural style alive.

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