6139 La Hwy 952, Jackson, LA 70748

Nestled in Jackson, LA, Hickory Hill, is a remarkable Greek Revival estate dating back to 1804. Built from native hickory, ash, hard pine, and butternut harvested from the surrounding woodlands, this historic home stands as a testament to early American craftsmanship and resilience. Constructed with red bricks on site in wooden molds and assembled using square cut wooden pegs instead of nails, the home showcases extraordinary hand fashioned woodwork throughout. Tiger oak adorns the doors and walls, and the impressive 18 inch thick walls speak to its enduring strength. The stately front facade features four towering white plastered brick columns, rising to a fan lighted pediment. Designed in the Doric order, the two outer columns are square, while the two center columns are round, an architectural detail that enhances its commanding presence. A broad wooden pediment crowns the entire structure, and both the upper and lower galleries are enclosed at each end by brick walls. Inside, each