Coons-Smith House

The lot on which this home is situated, was purchased by Dr. William Weeden as part of the grounds of the Weeden House in 1845. The lot was subsequently sold to Dr. Harry J. Coons in 1939, at which time he employed George H. Walters to design and build the Jeffersonian style home that is presently located in historic Twickenham. The home was the first in Huntsville to have recessed indirect lighting, which still exists in the living room.

Mr. And Mrs. Wilton H. Pollard purchased the home from Dr. Coons in 1944 and resided there until the late 1960’s. In 1980, Mr. Morris Frank purchased the home and resided there until he sold the home to local attorney Charles R. Smith, Jr. in 1987.

In 1995, Charles and his wife Linda employed architect Bill Peters and contractor Chris Chandler to execute the extensive restoration and renovation of the home. Bill Nance, notable landscape designer, worked closely with Mrs. Smith in designing the romantic and sophisticated gardens. The rose bower in the east corner of the back garden was imported from England and reconstructed in 1998.

Today, the Coons-Smith House and its gardens stand as a lovely tribute to its owners, both past and present, while maintaining its historic integrity.

The AIDS Action Coalition gratefully acknowledges Mr. and Mrs. Charles Smith for their support of the 2000 DWF event.