Barker House
505 Broad Street, Edenton, NC
Originally built in 1782 by Thomas Barker, this home was enlarged to its present size in the 1820's. It was originally located 2 blocks north, but was moved to its present site and turned 180 degrees in 1952. This was originally the back of the house--the other side has full-width porches on both floors, which now face the sound. It currently contains the Edenton Historical Commission, as well as a gift shop/bookstore. Yes, the roofline is kind of wavy! I guess one cannot expect a 200+ year old frame house to remain completely square...
Barker House
505 Broad Street, Edenton, NC
Originally built in 1782 by Thomas Barker, this home was enlarged to its present size in the 1820's. It was originally located 2 blocks north, but was moved to its present site and turned 180 degrees in 1952. This was originally the back of the house--the other side has full-width porches on both floors, which now face the sound. It currently contains the Edenton Historical Commission, as well as a gift shop/bookstore. Yes, the roofline is kind of wavy! I guess one cannot expect a 200+ year old frame house to remain completely square...