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Many people drove by the Grier Rea House and could not understand why the Historic Landmarks Commission was so interested in saving this c.1804 plantation house.
It is only when one goes inside that one understands the importance of the house.  These brackets on the sides of the stair risers are exquisite examples of hand craftsmanship.
Notice the Federal style mantel and overmantel.  Ironically, many of the neighbors live in homes that emulate the interior appointments of the Grier Rea House.

Here we see the delicate brick arch in the parlor fireplace.

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