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John Ford House

c. 1805. Oldest frontier style structure in the Pearl River Valley. Built by Rev. John Ford, a legislator and member of the state's Constitution Writing Committee. Guests have included Andrew Jackson and Bishop William McKandree. Sam Dale Pearl River Convention took place here in 1816. The Methodists Conferences of 1814 and 1818 were held here. Payne's Chapel Church on grounds.

Location Address:
Hwy. 35 S.
Sandy Hook, MS
Mailing Address:
200 2nd St.
Sandy Hook, MS
39429

Phone

601.736.4328

Fax

601.731.2510

Email

marioncountyhist@bellsouth.net

Contact

Ann A. Simmons, President, Marion County Historical Society

Admission

$4 Adult, $3 Children (under 12)

Hours

Sat and Sun 2-5p.m., By appointment anytime

Seasonal

Closed Dec-Feb

Gift Shop

Yes

Group Discount

Yes

Group Advance

Yes

Group Meeting Contact

Ann Simmons

Motor Coach Parking

Yes