Oakland (Gallatin, Tennessee) Explained

Oakland
Added:October 2, 1992
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Oakland is a historic mansion on a farm in Gallatin, Tennessee, U.S.. It was built circa 1850 by John Fontville, who also built the James B. Jameson House in Gallatin and Greenfield in Castalian Springs. The original owner, Daniel Wade Mentlo, was a physician who owned 23 slaves in 1850.[1]

The house was designed in the Federal architectural style, with Greek Revival features.[1] It has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since October 2, 1992.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: National Register of Historic Places Registration Form: Oakland. National Park Service. United States Department of the Interior. March 31, 2018.
  2. Web site: Oakland. National Park Service. United States Department of the Interior. March 31, 2018.

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