Bibb-Goldthwaithe-Arrington House 1830
The Arrington house is one of the handsomest of the pretentious homes in Montgomery. It originally had a two story semi-circular entrance portico which was later removed and the present one installed.
The exterior is a very simple – box type with brick walls and openings typical to the period. The interiors are unusually handsome and the black doors with ivory trim with ornamental heads over the openings and an ornamental plaster cornice are most effective in the beautifully proportioned rooms. The semi-circular stair case is most graceful, particularly free standing and a lovely example of the early staircases.((HABS ALA,51-MONG,11 ))
History
The first owner of the house was the builder B. S. Bibb, who moved to Montgomery from Louisa County, Virginia. Bibb Street is likely named for his family. The second owner was judge of the Supreme Court of Alabama and a U.S. Senator George Goldthwaite. The house was demolished and replaced by a U.S. Courthouse. Find more historic houses in Montgomery.((National Register of Historic Places listings in Montgomery County, Alabama (Wikipedia) ))
The half-turn wooden staircase is a fine example of craftsmanship from the region where furniture has been made for generations. The most notable feature of this house has to be the large ornamental door and window casings.
Under the stair, the shouldered architrave (with “ears”) over the door is partly covered because of the low ceiling. The living room door has a detailed ornamental plaster overdoor decoration.
| Bibb-Goldthwaithe-Arrington House | Italianate Style |
|---|---|
| (Demolished) 203 Church Street, Montgomery AL | Completed: 1830 + 1870 |