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Restoring the Porch at Eaves Ferry: Rebuilding the Steamboat-Inspired Original
One of the most iconic features of the S. S. Eaves House is its grand wrap-around porch—an architectural statement that reflects the home’s Steamboat Gothic design.

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5 days ago2 min read
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Introducing the Eaves Family of Meigs County, Tennessee
When you think of historic homes and the stories they carry, few are as intertwined with their community as the Eaves Ferry House in Decatur, Tennessee. Built in 1909 by Samuel S. Eaves, this home stands as a testament to a family whose impact on Meigs County has lasted generations.

Staff Writer
Nov 262 min read
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The Tennessee River and Commerce at Eaves Ferry
The Tennessee River has long been a lifeline for communities in Meigs County, and the Eaves family understood its importance firsthand.

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Nov 262 min read
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Architectural Significance of the S. S. Eaves House
The S. S. Eaves House, built in 1909 by Samuel S. Eaves with B. Bunch as the carpenter, is one of the rare surviving examples of Steamboat Gothic architecture in Tennessee.

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Nov 262 min read
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