HERNDON HOME

ATLANTA, GA

Credit: Dreaming in the deep south

The Herndon Home, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is a historic house museum and a National Historic Landmark. Built in 1910, the home was built by Alonzo F. Herndon, who was the first African American millionaire in the city. The house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a testament to the success of Herndon’s work.

The Herndon Home was designed in the Neoclassical style and features a two-story, pedimented portico. The interior of the home is filled with original antiques and period furniture, including a grand piano, a billiards table, an antique organ, and a large library. The home also features a beautiful formal dining room, a kitchen, and a library.

The home is surrounded by a lush, formal garden and features a greenhouse, a gazebo, and a fountain. The property is open for tours, and visitors can learn about the history of the home and the family who lived there. The estate also hosts a variety of events, including weddings, receptions, and other special occasions.

The Herndon Home is a symbol of black achievement and is an important part of Atlanta’s history. It is a reminder of the accomplishments of one of the city’s most successful African Americans and is a reminder of the importance of preserving the legacy of African American culture in the city.

HERNDON HOME is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in ATLANTA GA. US MID #8401300089

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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HERNDON HOME
587 UNIVERSITY PL NW
ATLANTA
GA
30314

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HERNDON HOME Information

MID # 8401300089
Name HERNDON HOME
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 33.755958, -84.40676
CODES FIPS State Code: 13
FIPS County Code: 121
US Census Tract: 002600
US Census Block: 1039