Location Information
(for the "Elms Court")
Name:"Elms Court" [Elmscourt]
Address:42 John R. Junkin Drive
City/County:Natchez, Adams County
Architectural Information
Construction Date:c.1836
Architectural Styles(s):Italianate, Greek Revival
No. of Stories:2
Registration Information
NR Listing Date:02 Dec 1977
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Context/Comments
Begun around 1836, Elms Court is a significant and well-preserved example of the Greek Revival style and is one of the most prominent "suburban villas" in the Natchez region. Its notable galleries, which were added across the entire façade c.1852, are possibly the most lavish use of ornamental iron in Mississipip. In addition to its architectural interest, Elmse Court is significant as the residence of Ayers P. Merrill, a locally important merchant, planter and diplomat. [HABS MS-49 (1934)]