Last updated: May 22, 2026
Place
Henegar House
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Quick Facts
Location:
428 Market St. Charleston, Tennessee 37310.
Significance:
Henry Benton Henegar served as wagonmaster and secretary under Chief John Ross. The home was constructed at the site of the military barracks of Fort Cass in 1849.
Designation:
National Register of Historic Places; Historic site on the Trail of Tears NHT.
OPEN TO PUBLIC:
No
MANAGED BY:
Private residence
Amenities
1 listed
Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits
Henry Benton Henegar served as wagonmaster and secretary under Chief John Ross and accompanied the Cherokee on their removal to the West.
Henegar returned to Charleston and constructed his brick Federal Style home in 1849. Listed to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975, the home was constructed at the site of the military barracks of Fort Cass. During the Civil War, the home was used as headquarters for Confederate and Union generals, including General William T. Sherman.
The house is a private residence and not open to the public. However, it may be viewed from the street.
Safety Considerations
Henegar returned to Charleston and constructed his brick Federal Style home in 1849. Listed to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975, the home was constructed at the site of the military barracks of Fort Cass. During the Civil War, the home was used as headquarters for Confederate and Union generals, including General William T. Sherman.
The house is a private residence and not open to the public. However, it may be viewed from the street.
Site Information
Location (428 Market St. Charleston, Tennessee 37310.)Safety Considerations