Sayre-Mann House
323 F, SW, Ardmore, OKThe Sayer/Mann House is a fine example of Queen Anne style residence and one of the few remaining Queen Anne homes in south-central Oklahoma. In addition, both Horace and Pearl Sayer, who owned the home from 1909 until 1969, achieved recognition for their public and professional activities.
Situated in an old residential area of Ardmore once known as Silk Stocking Row, the house retains its original appearance, even to the decorative detailing, gracing the neighborhood of Victorian era homes (including Greek revival, Georgian revival, and prairie cottage homes) as the only two story Queen Anne home in town.
The house was constructed outside present-day Ardmore during the late 1880s. Dodson, the owner, moved the house to its present location before statehood when he gave the property on which the house was located for the railroad round house. Fearing that the house was no longer structurally sound, Mr. Dodson sold the house and by 1909 the Sayers purchased it.
Horace and Pearl Sayer owned the home for sixty years. During that time each attained recognition for professional accomplishments. Horace Sayer was the first city engineer for Ardmore and an oil lease broker. During World War I he organized the Engineer Batallion from Ardmore that served in Europe. Consequently, the armory in Ardmore is named in his honor. Pearl Mitchell Sayer typified the spirit of community service of the wives of Ardmore's leading citizens. Her volunteer activities included the district library board, the organization of the Carter County Red Cross, and World War | Liberty Loan drives. She also became active in politics, serving on various committees of the Republican Party in Oklahoma. She attended national Republican conventions and achieved national recognition as a member of the Republican National Committee from 1932 to 1957.
Noel and Glenda Mann purchased the home in 1969 from the heirs of the Sayers and immediately began work to restore the home to its original appearance. In recent years, Pearl Sayer had converted the home into a duplex, making some severe alterations to the interior floorplan. The Manns have returned the house to its original plan and have begun the process of restoring the home which had deteriorated over the years. Much of the exterior work has been finished, replacing decayed wood with new material, and using the old pieces as patterns to duplicate the original. Work has begun on the interior The Manns have a strong commitment to historic preservation and complete much of the work themselves to ensure quality in the rehabilitation.
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Situated in an old residential area of Ardmore once known as Silk Stocking Row, the house retains its original appearance, even to the decorative detailing, gracing the neighborhood of Victorian era homes (including Greek revival, Georgian revival, and prairie cottage homes) as the only two story Queen Anne home in town.
The house was constructed outside present-day Ardmore during the late 1880s. Dodson, the owner, moved the house to its present location before statehood when he gave the property on which the house was located for the railroad round house. Fearing that the house was no longer structurally sound, Mr. Dodson sold the house and by 1909 the Sayers purchased it.
Horace and Pearl Sayer owned the home for sixty years. During that time each attained recognition for professional accomplishments. Horace Sayer was the first city engineer for Ardmore and an oil lease broker. During World War I he organized the Engineer Batallion from Ardmore that served in Europe. Consequently, the armory in Ardmore is named in his honor. Pearl Mitchell Sayer typified the spirit of community service of the wives of Ardmore's leading citizens. Her volunteer activities included the district library board, the organization of the Carter County Red Cross, and World War | Liberty Loan drives. She also became active in politics, serving on various committees of the Republican Party in Oklahoma. She attended national Republican conventions and achieved national recognition as a member of the Republican National Committee from 1932 to 1957.
Noel and Glenda Mann purchased the home in 1969 from the heirs of the Sayers and immediately began work to restore the home to its original appearance. In recent years, Pearl Sayer had converted the home into a duplex, making some severe alterations to the interior floorplan. The Manns have returned the house to its original plan and have begun the process of restoring the home which had deteriorated over the years. Much of the exterior work has been finished, replacing decayed wood with new material, and using the old pieces as patterns to duplicate the original. Work has begun on the interior The Manns have a strong commitment to historic preservation and complete much of the work themselves to ensure quality in the rehabilitation.
Politics/government; Architecture
Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1982.
About National Register Listings
The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the Nation’s historic places worthy of preservation. Authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places is part of a national program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America’s historic and archeological resources.
The state capital of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, was not the original capital. Guthrie served as the territorial capital from 1890 until statehood in 1907, when the capital was moved to Oklahoma City.
About Carter County
Carter County Timeline
Carter County, Oklahoma, has a rich history dating back thousands of years. The area was initially inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Chickasaw and Choctaw nations, who relied on the fertile land for farming and hunting. European explorers, such as Hernando de Soto in the 16th century, also passed through the region.
In the early 1800s, the United States government began negotiating treaties with the Native American tribes in the area, leading to their forced removal to Indian Territory. During the 1837 Chickasaw Removal, the Chickasaw Nation established its capital in present-day Tishomingo, which became a prominent town in the county.
After the founding of Oklahoma Territory in 1889, Carter County was officially established in 1907. Its name honors Captain Ben W. Carter, a well-known Cherokee Indian scout and leader in the region. The county's main industries at that time were agriculture and ranching, with cotton and cattle being the primary commodities.
Oil was discovered in the Healdton Field in the early 1900s, sparking an oil boom that significantly impacted the county's economy. The population increased rapidly, and towns such as Ardmore and Healdton saw tremendous growth. The oil industry continues to play a significant role in the county's economy.
Today, Carter County is home to numerous historical sites, including the Chickasaw National Recreation Area, which was established in 1902 as the first national park in Oklahoma. The county also boasts a diverse economy, with sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and tourism contributing to its growth and development.
In the early 1800s, the United States government began negotiating treaties with the Native American tribes in the area, leading to their forced removal to Indian Territory. During the 1837 Chickasaw Removal, the Chickasaw Nation established its capital in present-day Tishomingo, which became a prominent town in the county.
After the founding of Oklahoma Territory in 1889, Carter County was officially established in 1907. Its name honors Captain Ben W. Carter, a well-known Cherokee Indian scout and leader in the region. The county's main industries at that time were agriculture and ranching, with cotton and cattle being the primary commodities.
Oil was discovered in the Healdton Field in the early 1900s, sparking an oil boom that significantly impacted the county's economy. The population increased rapidly, and towns such as Ardmore and Healdton saw tremendous growth. The oil industry continues to play a significant role in the county's economy.
Today, Carter County is home to numerous historical sites, including the Chickasaw National Recreation Area, which was established in 1902 as the first national park in Oklahoma. The county also boasts a diverse economy, with sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and tourism contributing to its growth and development.
Carter County Timeline
This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of Carter County, Oklahoma.
- 1837 - The land that is now Carter County is part of the Chickasaw Nation's territory.
- 1856 - The Chickasaw Nation enters into a treaty with the United States, establishing a reservation in present-day Carter County.
- 1872 - The Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railroad begins construction through the area, leading to increased settlement.
- 1901 - Carter County is established as part of the Oklahoma Territory.
- 1907 - Oklahoma becomes a state, including Carter County.
- 1910 - The city of Ardmore becomes the county seat of Carter County.
- 1933 - The construction of Lake Murray State Park begins, providing a recreational area for residents and visitors.
- 1964 - The Turner Falls Park is established in the Arbuckle Mountains, becoming a popular tourist attraction.
- 1995 - The Murray State College Arbuckle Center opens in Ardmore, providing educational opportunities to the community.