McArthur-Saxon House

The McArthur-Saxon house is located on the corner of Miller Street and Central Avenue in the historic district of Fort Valley. The house was built originally around 1850 by Charles Zollicoffer McArthur with Victorian additions in the latter part of the century. The house's wide heart pine flooring accented with simple wainscoting on the inside and the beautiful wrap-around porch on the outside make it a classic example of the eras it represents.
Mr. McArthur was born in 1863 and died in 1929. He was a graduate of the Atlanta Dental College, served on the State Board of Dental Examiners, and practiced in Fort Valley. He was also a farmer and peach grower.
His daughter and her husband, Mr. and Mrs. Saxon, later owned the home.
In 1987 the property was given to the historical society by Mrs. Ann S. Johnson and Mr. John Saxon in memory of their grandfather, Charles Zollicoffer McArthur. Over the years the external and interior renovations have been done through generous donations and fundraisers.
The restoration plans envision a multiple use facility. One room will be dedicated to a permanent display of Peach Festival memorabilia dating from the 1920's to the present. Another room will be available for varying community interests. Space will also be devoted to recognition of the contributions of Fort Valley State College and the black citizens of Peach County to our local heritage. Use of the facility will be rounded out by offices and meeting space fo the Historical Society as well as a caretaker's apartment.