John B. Broadwell home Circa 1993

Name/Title

John B. Broadwell home Circa 1993

Entry/Object ID

2022.13.1

Description

John B Broadwell home shown here as Mr. John B's restaurant after relocation on Mayfield closer to the main intersection of Crabapple near the cotton gin.

Context

Son of Jesse Broadwell, one of the first colonial settlers in Crabapple, John B. Broadwell was a farmer, plant breeder, merchant, miller and inventor was the original owner. Eventually the house that had been remodeled in 1913 fell into a sad state. Ruby and Lloyd Pittman purchased the home, remodeled it into a restaurant, carefully keeping true to the homes original vintage as much as possible. A historic marker and the building interior that remains today are located at Milton's restaurant in Crabapple. During the move down Mayfield and restoration in the early 1990's over 20 local businesses and antique dealers from several states participated on the project with the Pittman's.

Collection

Karen Thurman

Acquisition

Accession

2022.13

Source or Donor

Karen C Thurman

Acquisition Method

Donation

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1993