02.29.2024

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They don’t do it like the Victorian era anymore

The historical Felker House in nearby Dalton, GA

The exterior of the historical Felker House, with light brickwork and pointed roof with a porch on both the first and second floor, a brick walkway, and large trees and bushes in the front yard.

Step inside this 19th century Victorian-style home with us. | Photo by Rex Fuller of Lux Original via Ansley Real Estate Christie’s International

Sitting at 400 S. Thorton Ave. in nearby Dalton, GA (and just ~30 minutes from downtown Chattanooga), is a 132-year-old home that is looking quite good for its age, if we say so ourselves. Take a virtual tour of the Felker House with us.

The history

Constructed from 1890-1892, this home has seen a lot of life. Almost a century later + after being left in despair, former owner Dr. Robert Purdy spent $2 million to restore the home to its original glory, using old photographs — gaining the recognition of the Georgia Trust which presented the property with the Excellence in Historic Preservation Award in 1999.

GIF of the exterior of the Felker House — Never judge a house by its exterior — unless it’s the Felker House.
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Photos by Rex Fuller of Lux Original via Ansley Real Estate Christie’s International

The house

Listing price | $1.75 million
Bedrooms | Five
Bathrooms | Three full, two half
Property size | 7,886 sqft, 0.69 acres

Built during the late Victorian era, the Felker House fully encompasses the architectural elements of the period. From the 10-ft high ceilings to the wrap-around porch, let’s take a closer look at some of the finer details.

With 11 fireplaces, built-in bookcases, mixed-shaped large windows with stained glass, and so much more, this home brings you back to the beauty of the 19th century. Each room has detailed woodwork from floor to ceiling, a homage to the original owners who were lumber barons. One of Editor Haley’s favorite intricacies about the house are the carvings throughout, like on the staircase railings and the cabinet doors of the bathroom vanities.

Gif of the interior of the Felker House, showing large stained glass windows, wood carvings in the banister, tiled kitchen sinks, rugs, and large sitting areas. — We mean, just look at all of the details in every room.
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Photos by Rex Fuller of Lux Original via Ansley Real Estate Christie’s International

You’ll also see plenty of handwoven rugs lining the floors throughout the space, and not only do they look incredible, but they also hold their own piece of local history. Around the period the Felker House was built, the city of Dalton was a leading area in the American carpet industry — deemed the “carpet capital of the world.”

Wanting to walk the halls yourself? Contact agents Casey Rutherford + Myranda McGinn of Ansley Real Estate Christie’s International.

Take a full virtual tour

Events

Thursday, Feb. 29

Black Imprisonment: A Screening of “13th” and Community Discussion | Thursday, Feb. 29 | 6 p.m. | Bessie Smith Cultural Center, 200 E. MLK Blvd., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | Enjoy a documentary screening followed by a community discussion on systemic injustices.
“9 to 5" | Thursday, Feb. 29-Saturday, March 2 | Times vary | UTC Fine Arts Center, 752 Vine St., Chattanooga | $20-$25 | See a production based on the 1980 film featuring music by Dolly Parton.

Saturday, March 2

Hit It for Hatch Pickleball Mixer | Saturday, March 2 | 8 a.m.-4 p.m. | Maclellan Tennis Center at Chattanooga Christian School, 3354 Charger Dr., Chattanooga | $40 | Join the Austin Hatcher Foundation’s Teen Ambassadors + sign up to compete in your age group.
Sourdough Bread 101 | Saturday, March 2 | 10-11:30 a.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $40 | Learn the basics of this bread style + take home your own sourdough starter with instructions and a recipe book.
Mystical March Market | Saturday, March 2 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Mountain Arts Community Center, 809 Kentucky Ave., Signal Mountain | Free+ | Shop from local artisans and farmers while enjoying green beer, treats + Irish/Celtic music.

Sunday, March 3

International Food Fest | Sunday, March 3 | 4-6 p.m. | Southern Adventist University, Iles P.E. Center, 4870 University Dr., Collegedale | Free+ | Sample homemade dishes and family recipes from around the world with Southern Adventist University’s Student Association.

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News Notes

Development

The new funding plan for the South Broad stadium has been approved by city and county officials. Notably, the city will pay for an additional $26 million loan from the Chattanooga Lookouts and landowners + the county will invest $15 million into schools in the area. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

Community

The public is invited to attend the Chattanooga’s Neighborhood Services Roundtable event on Monday, March 18 featuring the Chattanooga Parks & Outdoors Department. Hear more about the team’s City in Park grand vision from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. RSVP.

Traffic

Petty Road (between the two entrances of Stone Crest Road) will be closed today, Feb. 29 through Tuesday, March 5 for sewer repairs. All traffic will be detoured via Stone Crest Road.

Cause

Crabtree Farms is seeking volunteers to help build eight new garden beds for its Community Garden program. Folks can sign up to volunteer on Saturday, March 9, Saturday, March 16 + Saturday, March 23 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Sports

In case you missed it, tickets are now on sale for the Chattanooga Red Wolves home opener on Saturday, March 30. Cheer on the pack as they take on Union Omaha at 7:30 p.m. at the CHI Memorial Stadium.

Stat

19%. That’s the expected percentage of job growth by 2032 for Physical Therapist Assistants (that’s much faster than average). Start your career in this specialized healthcare industry with ChattState’s PTA program, offering hands-on, state-of-the-art physical therapy training. Psst: Applications are due Monday, March 4.*

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Job

Looking for a career in tech? (... as in working for a company that provide cutting-edge energy and connectivity technology to the NOOGA community.) EPB is hiring supervisors, engineers, technicians, and more. See open positions + apply.*

Home

The secret to spotless furniture: ChomChom’s reusable lint roller, which picks up pet hair and lint like nobody’s business. Get it on sale for a few more hours.*

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Haley

From the editor

What are you all doing with the extra 24 hours this year? For me, I might take my time walking the Riverwalk and try to find more signs of an early spring.

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