Bemis Historic District
Many listed buildings are private homes. Please enjoy them from the street.
About the district
Bemis Historic District, at Roughly bounded by D St., the Illinois Central Gulf RR tracks, Sixth St. and rural property lines to the W and S, was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Dec 16, 1991. It was among the first 10 of Jackson’s 27 listings. The Register lists it for its industry, town planning, architecture and social history, at the national level. The district takes in 511 historic buildings. The listing covers 450 acres.
What it isHistoric district in Tennessee, United States. From Wikidata (CC0). Read about it on Wikipedia ↗
Finding Bemis Historic District
Roughly bounded by D St., the Illinois Central Gulf RR tracks, Sixth St. and rural property lines to the W and S, Jackson
No other Register listing is within a short walk.
Memories of Bemis Historic District
The record says what it is. Neighbors know what it means.
Your answer becomes a post in Town Square.
Questions about Bemis Historic District
Is Bemis Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes. It was added on Dec 16, 1991 (Register number 91001777).
Is Bemis Historic District a National Historic Landmark?
No. It is on the National Register; Tennessee has 29 National Historic Landmarks.
Can you visit Bemis Historic District?
Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.
Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.