Italianate Staircase
The beautiful hand-carved black walnut staircase was added, added to and enhanced by owners John Gary (owner 1867-1881) and Sam Floyd (owner 1903-1915). Note the newel posts at each end of the staircase. Valuables, house plans or papers were often stored in newel posts. This could be done by removing the finials (topper).
The Merrehope Tree by the staircase was one of the original trees at the Foundation’s annual Trees of Christmas fundraiser. All the ornaments were made by the members of the Foundation. This tree proudly stays up all year!
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Join us in celebrating and preserving Meridian’s most historic and beautiful landmarks. Friends of Merrehope play a significant role in the day-to-day operations of Merrehope and the F. W. Williams Home.
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With eager anticipation, we await the start of construction on Phase Two of Raise the Roof. Architectural and engineering reports for the rear porch and kitchen—spaces often hidden but vital to Merrehope’s character—are nearing completion. Guided by the Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH), we are excited about the progress these steps promise.
As we continue to tackle challenges ahead, experts recommend addressing the damage on the front northeast corner next. This marks the beginning of initial assessments, alongside our upcoming Raise the Roof Phase 3 Capital Campaign.
Thanks to generous donors and grants, every milestone is possible.
Your contributions truly make a difference. Please join us as we continue to Raise the Roof!
905 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.
Meridian, Mississippi 39301
merrehopemeridian@gmail.com
601-483-8439
