Photo credit to David Seibert
Year Erected: 1954
Marker Text: This house, now the Du Bignon home, was once the home of John Clark, Governor of Georgia. At the age of 16, John Clark fought with his father, General Elijah Clark, distinguished Revolutionary soldier, at the decisive Battle of Kettle Creek.
The original section of the house was the John Scott home. Additions and changes have been made by later owners. Architects have always been interested in the house. Bishop Capers lived here when pastor of the Milledgeville Methodist Church (1823- 24).
Tips for Finding This Marker: At the intersection of Gordon Highway (Georgia Route 243) and Colony Farm Road, on the right when traveling south on Gordon Highway in Scottsboro.