Blackwell House

Known as the oldest house in Canton, this residence was built for Henry F. Blackwell, II, and his wife Nannie Jane Blackwell. An early merchant in Canton, Blackwell also served as county sheriff. Records state the house was built in 1886, and was home to the Blackwells and their eight children. Many alterations and changes were made to the house through the years, and several rooms were added. Continuously occupied by Blackwell family members until 1975, the house was donated to the city of Canton by descendants of the original occupants in 1988. (1996)

Blackwell House is a historical marker in Canton, Van Zandt County, dedicated in 1996. It is one of 84 historical markers documented in Van Zandt County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 167 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 32.5630, -95.8729 near Canton. The nearest cataloged historic site is First Baptist Church of Canton (historical marker), about 0.7 miles away. Others within a short drive include First Monday Trades Day, Canton Herald, and Canton: The Misplaced County Seat.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5467011382. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.